Search Results for 'brain'
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Neurological
Medtronic Begins Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation Trial for Parkinson's
First-of-its-kind study tests automated therapy that responds to brain signals in Parkinson's patients.PR Newswire 01.14.21
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Patient Monitoring
Ingestible Capsule May Help Demystify the Gut-Brain Axis
A platform that can monitor and model gut microbiome serotonin activity.University of Maryland 10.16.20
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Neurological
Gentle Probes Could Enable Massive Brain Data Collection
NIH awards $4.15 million grant to maximize use of devices based on flexible nanoelectronic thread.Mike Williams, Rice University 09.16.20
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Neurological
Synchron’s Stentrode Brain-Computer Interface Earns Breakthrough Status
Stentrode is the only investigational, implantable device that does not require open brain surgery.Business Wire 08.28.20
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Neurological
Stryker Launches Surpass Evolve Flow Diverter for Brain Aneurysms
According to the company, the device is the first 64-wire cobalt chromium flow diverter in the U.S. for treating brain aneurysms.PR Newswire 08.24.20
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Neurological
FDA OKs BrainsWay Deep TMS for Smoking Addiction
This is the first FDA clearance in the addiction space for any TMS device.GlobeNewswire 08.24.20
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Cardiovascular | Neurological
Stryker's Neuroform Atlas Stent Approved for Back of the Brain Aneurysms
Aneurysms in the posterior circulation rupture more frequently and are generally more difficult to treat.PR Newswire 08.07.20
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Cardiovascular | Neurological
New Design Principle Could Prevent Brain Shunt Catheter Failure
Major challenge in hydrocephalus catheters—clogging—could be overcome by leveraging catheter geometry.Mindy Blodgett, Institute for Medical Engineering and Science, MIT 07.31.20
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Brain Scientific Introduces Enhanced NeuroCap Disposable EEG Headset
Onsite hospital tests are beginning in the current fiscal quarter.Globe Newswire 07.28.20
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Electronics | Neurological
Thin-Film Electrodes for Brain Surgery Reach the Market
An important advancement for treating patients with epilepsy and brain tumors.Online Exclusives Dave Rosa, President and CEO, NeuroOne Medical Technologies Corporation 06.30.20
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Founding Member of Brain-Machine Interface Firm Joins NeuroOne Medical Board
New member will guide further development of thin-film electrodes.Business Wire 06.24.20
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Neurological | Patient Monitoring
Wearable Brain Scanner Expanded for Whole Head Imaging
Could track electrophysiological processes implicated in a number of mental health problems.University of Nottingham 06.08.20
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Optical Imaging Technology May Help Surgeons Better Treat Brain Diseases
Purdue University Innovation uses optical imaging to better help surgeons map out tumors in the body.Purdue University 06.08.20
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BrainTale Receives CE Marking of Brain Quantitative Measurement Product
French company also achieves ISO 13485:2016 certification.BrainTale 06.02.20
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Neurological
Light-Based Deep Brain Stimulation Relieves Parkinson's Symptoms
Fast-acting, light-reactive genetic tools could reveal how deep brain stimulation works.Duke University 04.28.20
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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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Medtronic Sees Revenue Losses Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
The company says it is well positioned for recovery.Globe Newswire 04.22.20
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Patient Monitoring | Surgical
Brainlab's ExacTrac Dynamic Patient Positioning, Monitoring Gains CE Mark
New 4D thermal surface tracking combined with flagship X-ray technology increases versatility.Business Wire 04.21.20
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COVID-19 Trial Targets Patients With Underlying Medical Conditions
Trials are now waiting IRB approvals and are about to launch under existing contracts at multiple sites including top U.S. universities.Circularity Healthcare 04.21.20
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Digital Health
Viz.ai Adds Next-Generation Functionality to Artificial Intelligence Stroke Platform
New capabilities allow the stroke care team to synchronize care from stroke code notification to the post-acute care period.Business Wire 04.16.20
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Neurological
3D Printed Soft, Rubbery Brain Implants
Technique may enable speedy, on-demand design of softer, safer neural devices.Massachusetts Institute of Technology 03.30.20
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Medtronic Recalls Brain Aneurysm Stents
Delivery system may fracture during stent placement; one death reported.U.S. Food and Drug Administration 03.30.20
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Digital Health
9 Ways AI Will Disrupt Healthcare in the Next 5 Years
The technology could impact areas from stroke detection to mental health to access to specialized care.Online Exclusives Scott Molina, IT Consultant 03.26.20
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R&D & Design
Pediatric Medical Device Pitch Competition Announces 30 Semi-Finalists
Thirty innovators will compete on March 23, 2020 in a virtual showcase.National Capital Consortium of Pediatric Device Innovators 03.19.20
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Endonovo Donating Devices to ICUs to Help Reduce COVID-19 Respiratory Inflammation
The Sofpulse product is going to hospitals with coronavirus patients in critical care.Videos Globe Newswire
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Emboline Completes $5 Million Bridge Round of Financing
Funding will help the company prepare for a U.S. trial of the Emboliner Protection Catheter and commercialization efforts in Europe.Business Wire 03.11.20
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Neurological
FDA OKs MRI Labeling for NeuroPace's RNS System
Opens up valuable medical imaging possibilities for patients using the neuromodulation device for seizures.Business Wire 03.09.20
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Neurological
LivaNova's Symmetry VNS Therapy Gains CE Mark for Difficult-to-Treat Depression
Symmetry sends mild electric pulses to the vagus nerve, which is connected to areas of the brain that control mood.Business Wire 03.09.20
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Neurological
Neuronetics' TMS Device for Bipolar Depression Wins Breakthrough Status
Could potentially provide more effective treatment with limited safety concerns.GlobeNewswire 03.06.20
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Diagnostics
Wearable, Stretchable Coils Could Make MRIs Easier
Imagine going for an imaging session and strapping on a comfortable fabric with the coils embedded inside.Purdue University 02.26.20
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Diagnostics | Neurological
Handheld Eye Scanner Could Help Spot Autism Earlier
New eye scan could help identify autism in children years earlier.Flinders University 02.24.20
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Cardiovascular
Emboline Completes Enrollment in Trial for Protection Catheter
Results from first 24 patients show excellent safety profile and technical performance, with significant debris capture and removal.Business Wire 02.24.20
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Neurological
FDA OKs Flowonix's Prometra II Pump with Intrathecal Baclofen
Expands market for the device by enabling use in spasticity treatment.PR Newswire 02.20.20
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Diagnostics
FDA OKs Canon Medical's Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition
Enables deep learning spectral imaging capabilities for routine use.Business Wire 02.19.20
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Teleflex Recalls COMFORT FLO Humidification System
Potential for water to flood the column and enter the circuit could cause fluid aspiration.GlobeNewswire 02.18.20
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Diagnostics
FDA OKs World’s First Bedside MRI System
Novel MRI system is a breakthrough in patient accessibility and cost.Business Wire 02.13.20
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Study: Increased Activity in ADHD Brain Networks Treated With Transcranial Device
Significant improvements observed in the inattention/memory problems area of adults with ADHD.Globe Newswire 02.11.20
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RIST Neurovascular Receives FDA Clearance for Catheter
RIST Cath is specifically designed to access the neurovasculature through the radial artery.Business Wire 02.10.20
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IRRAS Receives Renewed CE Mark for IRRAflow Catheter
Product combines controlled irrigation with ongoing fluid drainage to better manage patients with intracranial bleeding.PR Newswire 02.05.20
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Axonics Grows Patent Portfolio for its Implantable Sacral Neuromodulation Technology
Company awarded seven additional patents in Western Europe, Japan, China, Australia, and Canada.Business Wire 02.05.20
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Neurological
Abbott's New Trial to Assess Therapy Option for People at Risk of Stroke
The CATALYST trial will examine Abbott's Amplatzer Amulet device compared to non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants.Abbott 02.03.20
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Industry Assessment: A Roundtable of Medtech Executives
Top medtech executives from across the industry weigh-in on a variety of issues impacting medical device manufacturers.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 01.29.20
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Neurological
Sing Me a Memory: A Digital Music Therapeutic for Dementia
Musical Health Technologies develops products based on growing scientific evidence that music can be a potent tool to treat Alzheimer’s and dementia.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 01.29.20
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U.S. Diagnostic Firm Expanding its Microbubble Franchise to Battle Brain Tumors
Lantheus Holdings’ microbubbles is becoming an integrated component of the CarThera's SonoCloud product.CarThera 01.29.20
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Patient Monitoring
New Home Intercranial Pressure Monitoring Device Likely to Disrupt Market
Product allows hydrocephalus patients to lead a more active life.Global Data 01.27.20
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Chronic Disease
GT Medical Wins Expanded Indication for GammaTile Therapy
Patients with newly diagnosed brain tumors are now eligible for surgically targeted radiation therapy.Business Wire 01.27.20
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Neurological
FDA OKs Expanded Use of Abbott's Infinity DBS
Can now target a part of the brain that plays an integral role in motor function.PR Newswire 01.24.20
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Software & IT
Brainlab Buys Patient-Centric Software Firm VisionTree
Combines electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO), with registries, treatment planning, and image data generated by software tools.Business Wire 01.22.20
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Health Canada Approves Full-Body MRI Labeling for the Axonics Sacral Neuromodulation System
Axonics previously received Health Canada approval for its complete r-SNM System and related system components in January 2017.Business Wire 01.22.20
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GE Healthcare Launches Program to Ease AI Adoption for Medical Providers
Program provides deep technology integration in a secure platform; flexibly deploys in the cloud, at the edge or on device.Business Wire 01.21.20
