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WEB4 days ago · Stay updated on the latest developments in the medical device industry, including FDA guidance, M&A deals, AI tools, and more. MedTech Dive covers topics such as diabetes, cardiovascular, imaging, and surgical devices.
MDR challenges remain as regulation goes into effect: MedTech …
WEBMay 26, 2021 · Dive Brief: While the Medical Device Regulation's May 26 go-live date marks a significant milestone, MedTech Europe warned in a Wednesday statement that hurdles remain limiting the industry’s ability to "seamlessly supply certified devices under the new rules."; The European trade group contends that despite the MDR going into …
MedTech Mergers & Acquisitions | MedTech Dive
WEB5 days ago · Merit Medical inks $210M takeover of Cook’s lead management business Merit predicts the portfolio, which includes devices used in procedures to remove or replace heart rhythm device leads, will add $40 million a year to its sales.
FDA flags 428 spinal cord stimulator patient deaths, urges more …
WEBSep 4, 2020 · The FDA letter to healthcare providers cites 428 patient deaths and thousands of adverse events with spinal cord stimulators, reminding them to follow trial periods before implantation. The letter does not address the complaints about Boston Scientific stimulators, which are among the devices reviewed by FDA.
Active Implants gets FDA breakthrough status for knee implant
WEBSep 20, 2019 · Dive Insight: Around 700,000 patients a year undergo arthroscopic meniscectomy in the U.S., making it one of the most widely performed surgical procedures. However, there are doubts about the effectiveness of the intervention. One clinical trial found partial meniscectomy was no better than a sham procedure. Another study …
Varian sold to Siemens Healthineers in $16.4B all-cash deal
WEBAug 2, 2020 · The deal does not involve Chemomx, a Canadian company that provides software solutions for radiation therapy planning and delivery. Siemens Healthineers will acquire Varian's radiation oncology systems and software, including proton therapy, for $177.50 per share in cash.
FDA starts review after study finds Boston Scientific's Watchman is ...
WEBSep 28, 2021 · A study found that Boston Scientific's Watchman, a device to prevent stroke in atrial fibrillation patients, is more likely to cause adverse events in women than men. FDA is evaluating the data and working with other sources to assess the safety of left atrial appendage occlusion devices.
How AI and machine learning are changing prosthetics
WEBMar 29, 2019 · Learn how bioengineers are developing smart prosthetics with sensory feedback, adaptive ankles and thought-controlled arms using AI and machine learning. Find out the challenges and opportunities for these devices to reach the market and improve amputees' quality of life.
Medtronic receives CE mark for CGM sensor, boosting
WEBSep 25, 2023 · Medtronic has received a CE mark for its Simplera continuous glucose monitor, a device that competes with Abbott and Dexcom in the EU. Simplera is a smaller, tape-free sensor that does not require fingersticks to calibrate and can pair with Medtronic's InPen smart insulin pen.