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  Portable Medical Devices Market to Reach $100 Billion by 2027

  Sector to grow 8.5 percent annually over the next six years, driven by an increased awareness of overall health and fitness.

  Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.15.21
  

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• Testing
  

  The Evolution of Chemical Characterization for Medical Devices

  Evaluation of biological safety of devices is experiencing some of the most significant changes in history.

  Sandi Schaible, Senior Director, Analytical Chemistry and Regulatory Toxicology, WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing 04.01.21
  

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• Physical and chemical characterization of medical devices

  When designing medical devices and instruments, physical and chemical characterization of materials is a critical step in the process.

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• Digital Health
  

  Discussing Cybersecurity in Medical Devices

  MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Alan Grau of Sectigo about the importance of cybersecurity in connected medical devices.

  Videos Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

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  Solvay Partners With PrinterPrezz on 3D Printing for Medical Devices

  Companies are collaborating on 3D printing selective laser sintering (SLS) solutions for implants and other medical devices.

  Solvay 01.08.21
  

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  Single-Use Medical Devices Reprocessing Key to Improving Environment, Public Health

  New analysis finds healthcare supply chains to be major sources of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

  Business Wire 01.07.21
  

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• Digital Health
  

  New Software Supports Increased Demand for Personalized Medical Devices

  SurgiCase streamlines collaboration between medical device companies and clinicians.

  Materialise N.V. 12.10.20
  

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• Materials
  

  Best Practices in Venting of Medical Devices

  Learn how to design the best venting solution for your medical device using custom-engineered porous polymers in this webinar for medical device engineers.

  12.01.20
  

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• Molding
  

  Miniaturization of Medical Devices Creating Big Assembly Challenges

  Extremely tight tolerances leave no room for error.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.20.20
  

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  Quasar Medical Devices Expands Headquarters

  The company also announces a number of hirings of key personnel.

  Quasar Medical Devices LLC 10.22.20
  

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  MDIC Report Outlines Best Practices for Enhancing Patient Communication About Medical Devices

  The report summarizes key terms and provides evidence-based tools and resources to help develop an effective communication strategy.

  Business Wire 10.21.20
  

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  Proposed Medical Devices Standard Will Help Validate Cleaning Methods

  An ASTM committee is developing a series of guides for validating cleaning instructions for medical devices.

  ASTM International 08.14.20
  

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• Electronics | Patient Monitoring
  

  Implantable Transmitter Provides Wireless Option for Biomedical Devices

  Micro-chip technology could be used to monitor people with glaucoma and heart disease.

  Purdue University 08.05.20
  

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• Digital Health
  

  The Rise of Digital Medical Devices and Implications for the Supply Chain

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  Tony Freeman, President, A.S. Freeman Advisors LLC 07.21.20
  

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• Electronics
  

  Proportional Valves in Medical Devices

  Selecting the ideal valve based on value and control.

  Online Exclusives Paul Gant, Emerson Automation Solutions 07.10.20
  

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  New Method to Simplify Global Postmarket Surveillance in Medical Devices, Diagnostics

  Vault Product Surveillance from Veeva Systems will speed reporting to health authorities for improved product quality and patient safety.

  Business Wire 06.29.20
  

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  Medical Devices Bill to Offer Improved Regulatory Framework in India

  The MoHFW and Niti Aayog reached an agreement on establishing a separate regulatory body for medical devices sold in the Indian markets.

  GlobalData 05.18.20
  

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  7 'Expanse-ive' Medical Devices

  A medical designer’s (very) informal review of sci-fi props in "The Expanse."

  Online Exclusives Nigel Syrotuck, Mechanical Engineer Team Lead, StarFish Medical 05.14.20
  

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  Organization Publishes Frameworks for Real-World Evidence Studies of Medical Devices

  Data quality and methods frameworks focus on ensuring use of high-quality data and methodological considerations in medical device evaluations.

  Business Wire 04.30.20
  

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  Advancing Infection Prevention Tools

  The applications and benefits of porous polymer materials and components.

  Jack Chan, Global Marketing Director, Porex

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  Medtech’s Battle on Multiple Fronts Against COVID-19

  From PPE to testing to ventilator solutions, medtech firms are trying to find answers for healthcare’s needs against the novel coronavirus.

  Online Exclusives Heidi West, Medical Writer, Vohra Wound Physicians 04.27.20
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  Medtech R&D Must Address Outcomes in Value-Based Care

  Clinical requirements are no longer the only cornerstone of medical device development.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.24.20
  

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• Materials
  

  Plastics and Medtech: Annual Industry Survey Results

  Medical device manufacturers prefer domestic plastics manufacturing and many use thermoforming on a project.

  Online Exclusives Jason Middleton, Vice President of Sales & Development, Ray Products 04.24.20
  

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  MDR Delay Official; Industry Urges Push Back of IVDR

  European Council voted 27-0 to adopt amendment delaying MDR application by one year due to COVID-19 pandemic.

  MedTech Europe 04.24.20
  

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  Aria CV Announces $31 Million in Series B Funding

  Money will support the Aria CV Pulmonary Hypertension System Feasibility Study.

  Business Wire 04.24.20
  

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  Itamar Medical to Evaluate Impact of CPAP Therapy on Patients with COVID-19

  The clinical trial will assess the efficacy of CPAP in COVID-19 confirmed or suspected patients.

  Globe Newswire 04.22.20
  

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  Non-Traditional Thinking Can Help Drive Medtech R&D

  Non-healthcare-related companies like Google, Amazon, and Apple can provide the medtech industry with unique solutions to age-old problems.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.21.20
  

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  FDA Further Eases Burden on N95 Manufacturers

  Nevertheless, demand for face masks continues to outstrip supply.

  GlobalData 04.21.20
  

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• Diagnostics
  

  FDA OKs Fosun Pharma's COVID-19 RT-PCR Detection Kit

  Can complete detection of 96 samples within two hours.

  PR Newswire 04.20.20
  

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• Cardiovascular
  

  Endospan's Aortic Arch Stent Graft Earns Breakthrough Status

  Addresses significant unmet clinical need for difficult-to-treat aortic arch anatomy.

  Business Wire 04.20.20
  

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  Baxter’s Q1 Earnings Forecasted to Increase, GlobalData Says

  Job postings triple as demand increases.

  GlobalData 04.17.20
  

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  EU’s Parliament Adopts MDR Delay of One Year

  Would allow authorities and manufacturers to prioritize the fight against COVID-19 if member states approve delay.

  European Parliament 04.17.20
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  Smaller Businesses Beget Better Innovation

  Despite their global sales reach, large firms tend to focus on nurturing existing product lineups.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.16.20
  

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• Digital Health | Patient Monitoring
  

  GE Healthcare Deploys Remote Patient Data Monitoring for COVID-19

  Numerous ventilated patients can be viewed simultaneously and remotely; enables early identification of patients at risk of deterioration.

  Business Wire 04.15.20
  

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  FDA OKs B. Braun Infusion Pumps with Nebulizers to Treat COVID-19

  Pumps to be used for tracheal delivery of continuous nebulized medications into a nebulizer.

  PR Newswire 04.14.20
  

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• Contract Manufacturing
  

  Philips Partners with Flex, Jabil to Speed Hospital Ventilator Production

  Philips hopes to manufacture 4,000 units per week by the third quarter.

  Philips 04.14.20
  

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  FDA Clears EndoClot Plus's GI Submucosal Lifting Product

  Product targets the rapidly growing U.S. endoscopic submucosal dissection market.

  Business Wire 04.14.20
  

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  Domestic Manufacturing of Medical Devices Trending Due to COVID-19

  Ramping up domestic production capacity of medical supplies is the major focus for many countries as the pandemic spreads, according to GlobalData.

  GlobalData 04.14.20
  

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• Packaging & Sterilization
  

  FDA OKs ASP's STERRAD Cycles to Sterilize N95 Respirators

  Has potential to decontaminate four million N95 or N95-equivalent respirators per day in the U.S.

  U.S. Food and Drug Administration 04.13.20
  

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• Cardiovascular
  

  BioVentrix Names Co-Principal Investigator for Transcatheter Device Trial

  Newly-appointed leader has served as the national or international principal investigator for more than 100 national and international randomized trials.

  Business Wire 04.08.20
  

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  MedLite ID Appoints New Board Chairman, COO/CFO

  Company founder is associated with over 100 patents ranging from mechanical devices, dental products, medical devices, and medical software products.

  PR Newswire 04.08.20
  

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  Pentax Medical to Pay $43 Million Over Misbranded Endoscopes

  Company shipped medical devices without approved instructions for use and failed to file FDA-required adverse event reports of serious infections.

  U.S. Department of Justice 04.08.20
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Seeking Software Partners During a Crisis

  The COVID-19 pandemic has caught many unprepared to handle increased challenges, leaving them to find assistance.

  Online Exclusives Svetlana Anishchenko, Director of Marketing, Auriga Inc. 04.07.20
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Building a Medtech Firm on a Foundation of Quality

  C2DX impresses auditors and breezes through an MDSAP audit after implementing a medical device QMS.

  Online Exclusives Nick Tippmann, VP of Marketing, Greenlight Guru 04.06.20
  

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• 3D/Additive Manufacturing
  

  Materialise's 3D Printed Oxygen Mask Helps Ventilator Shortage

  COVID-19 solution brought to hospitals quickly and in full compliance with safety regulations.

  Videos Materialise

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• Cardiovascular
  

  The COVID-19 Pandemic May Reduce Peripheral Vascular Procedures

  New government directives and hospital guidelines will impasct the industry, says GlobalData.

  GlobalData 04.06.20
  

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• Digital Health
  

  Home-Based Sleep Solution for Diagnosis, Treatment of Sleep Apnea

  Offering referred patients home based virtual-care sleep solution for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep Apnea.

  Itamar Medical 04.06.20
  

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  Prisma Health, Ethicon to Make Ventilator Expansion Device

  The VESper Ventilator Expansion Splitter Device is authorized for emergency use only during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Prisma Health 04.06.20
  

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  Solvay, Boeing Partner for COVID-19 Face Shields

  Solvay is supplying high-performance, medical-grade transparent film to Boeing.

  Solvay 04.06.20
  

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  Tru-Form Plastics Develops Face Shield for COVID-19 Fight

  Southern California manufacturer producing over 100,000 protective face shields per week with investment plans for greater production capacity.

  Tru-Form Plastics 04.06.20
  

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