Search Results for 'deep brain stimulation'
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Neurological
Medtronic’s Percept RC Deep Brain Stimulation System Approved by FDA
The rechargeable neurostimulator is the latest innovation in the Medtronic Percept family.Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 01.08.24
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Neurological
Medtronic's Rechargeable Percept RC Deep Brain Stimulation Gets EU Nod
The next-gen, rechargeable DBS treats symptoms related to Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, primary dystonia, and epilepsy.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 12.06.23
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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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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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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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Neurological
CE Mark for Medtronic's Percept PC Neurostimulator DBS System
Allows physicians to review patient-specific brain signals, enabling more personalized, data-driven neurostimulation treatment.GlobeNewswire 01.09.20
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Neurological
Medtronic Launches New Activa Patient Programmer for DBS Therapy
System offers at home therapy management for DBS patients using patient-friendly consumer technology.Globe Newswire 10.31.19
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Contract Manufacturing | Electronics | Neurological
Shock to the System: An Examination of Neurostim Technologies
Targeted electrical nerve stimulation technology can aid in chronic disease management by improving on current treatment methods.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.09.19
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Medtronic’s Omar Ishrak to Retire as CEO at Fiscal End
Will remain as Chairman of the Board and become Executive Chairman; Geoff Martha to take on CEO role.Globe Newswire 08.28.19
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Neurological | Surgical
FDA Approves MRI Label for Boston Scientific's Vercise Gevia DBS System
Vercise Gevia is designed to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease by delivering precisely targeted electrical stimulation in the brain.Boston Scientific 08.20.19
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Neurological
Abbott & NIH Team Up to Advance Neuroscience Research
Partnership with NIH aims to increase understanding and accelerate the application of neurostimulation therapies.Abbott Laboratories 05.15.19
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Neurological | Software & IT
FDA OKs Visualization Capabilities for Surgical Information Sciences' DBS Targeting Software
This announcement follows the successful raise of a Series A financing in mid-2018 to help fund ongoing development and clinical research.PR Newswire 05.02.19
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Cardiovascular
BioSig Appoints Vice President of Engineering
Medical device technology leader to help drive new product development.Globe Newswire 04.18.19
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Neurological
Medtronic Launches Deep Brain Stimulation for Medically-Refractory Epilepsy
With the official launch and first implant, several health insurers now consider DBS therapy for epilepsy a covered indication.GlobeNewswire 02.20.19
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Neurological
Targeting Epilepsy with Head-Worn Electrodes
Researchers to develop a patient-specific method for noninvasive brain stimulation.Eindhoven University of Technology 02.13.19
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Neurological
Functional Neuromodulation Announces CEO Transition
Todd Langevin, the company's former president and COO, was named CEO.PR Newswire 01.25.19
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Neurological | Surgical
Boston Scientific Launches Two Deep Brain Stimulation Systems with Directional Leads
Advanced systems offer customizable therapy addressing progression of Parkinson’s disease.Boston Scientific 01.25.19
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Neurological
'Stentrode' Developed for Brain Treatments Without Major Surgery
Tiny neurostimulator could be used to treat epilepsy and Parkinson's disease without invasive surgery.University of Melbourne 12.04.18
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Neurological
Deep Brain Stimulation for Alzheimer’s Not for Everyone
Patients with late-onset Alzheimer’s may show some long-term benefit, but none for early-onset.Johns Hopkins Medicine 10.17.18
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Contract Manufacturing | Electronics | Neurological
Aligning Innovation and Unmet Clinical Needs in Neuromodulation
...Mark Hjelle, Senior Product Line Manager, Heraeus Medical Components 10.16.18
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Nuvectra Corporation Appoints Chief Technology Officer
New hire has over 25 years of industry experience.Globe Newswire 09.11.18
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Neurological
Abbott's Infinity Deep Brain Stimulation System Gains MR-Conditional Labeling
New Informity tool helps simplify the Infinity DBS system programming process for physicians.Abbott Laboratories 08.06.18
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Electronics | Neurological | Surgical
Wireless System Can Power and Communicate with Tiny Devices Inside the Body
New technology could enable remote control of drug delivery, sensing, and other medical applications.Videos Anne Trafton, MIT News Office
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Neurological | Surgical
Self-Tuning Brain Implant Could Help Treat Parkinson's Patients
NIH BRAIN Initiative-funded research a key first step to improving deep brain stimulation.NIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 05.30.18
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Neurological
Positive Late-Breaking Data Unveiled for Boston Scientific's Deep Brain Stimulation Study
The INTREPID study trialed deep brain stimulation (DBS) for advanced, levodopa-responsive Parkinson's disease.Boston Scientific 04.24.18
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Neurological
The Development of New Medtech Markets Through Neurostimulation
...Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 03.15.18
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Aziyo, Cook Biotech Further Expand the Bio Envelope Franchise Into Additional Markets
New agreements provide for use of Bio Envelope in neuromodulation markets.Business Wire 03.13.18
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Neurological
'Brain Pacemaker' Slows Alzheimer's Decline
Patients with surgical implant retain functionality longer, improve quality of life.Videos The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
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Neurological
FDA Approves Boston Scientific's Vercise Deep Brain Stimulation System
Platform offers physicians advanced technology to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.Boston Scientific 12.12.17
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Neurological
Deep Brain Stimulation May Address Chronic Depression in Some Patients
New dataset highlights the largest prospective study in DBS for chronic, treatment-resistant depression.Abbott Laboratories 10.12.17
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Cardiovascular | Contract Manufacturing | Electronics | Materials | Neurological
Lasting Impacts: A Roundtable Discussion on Implantable Medical Technology
Miniaturization, escalating healthcare costs, and chronic diseases are reshaping the medical device implant market.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.01.17
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Neurological
Boston Scientific's Vercise Gevia Deep Brain Stimulation System Gains CE Mark
Industry's first MR-conditional directional DBS system with stimulation visualization.PR Newswire 06.06.17
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Neurological
A Noninvasive Method for Deep Brain Stimulation
Electrodes placed on the scalp could help patients with brain diseases.Anne Trafton, MIT News Office 06.02.17
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Neurological
Making Brain Implants Smaller Could Prolong Their Lifespan
Thin fibers could be used to deliver drugs or electrical stimulation, with less damage to the brain.Anne Trafton, MIT News Office 05.16.17
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Electronics | Neurological | Patient Monitoring
Carbon Electrode Transmitter Tracks Dopamine in the Brain
New sensor could reveal the neurotransmitter’s role in learning and habit formation.Anne Trafton, MIT News Office 03.06.17
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R&D & Design | Testing
Making Parkinson's Deep Brain Stimulation Energy Efficient
Research could help reduce the number of battery replacement surgeries needed during a patient's lifetime.Duke University 01.05.17
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Contract Manufacturing
Nuvectra Corporation Signs Direct Supply Agreement With Minnetronix
Agreement was amended to establish a direct relationship between the two companies.Nuvectra Corporation 12.13.16
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R&D & Design
Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Begins with Pioneering Medical Device
Trial involves treatment with wearable head device that provides transcranial electromagnetic treatment to the entire brain.PR Newswire 12.06.16
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$1M Grant Awarded to Control Brain Cells with Ultrasonic Waves
The technology could be used for deep brain stimulation—a common treatment in Parkinson's and depression.Salk Institute 10.14.16
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Software & IT
Medtronic's StealthStation Cranial Software Receives FDA Clearance as an Aid for DBS Lead Placement
Company continues to pioneer innovations by launching the only fully-integrated procedural solution for neurosurgery.Medtronic 09.26.16
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Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Jump-Starts Man's Brain After Coma
New noninvasive technique may lead to low-cost therapy for patients with severe brain injury.University of California - Los Angeles 08.25.16
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Medtronic's SureTune2 for Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy Granted CE Mark
Platform helps inform programming decisions with intuitive visualization of patient-specific images and data.Medtronic 08.08.16
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Boston Scientific Acquires Cosman Medical
Addition of leading radiofrequency ablation company expands therapeutic options for patients with chronic pain.PR Newswire 07.27.16
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Deep Brain Stimulation Continues to Show Promise for Mild Alzheimer’s
Results from the trial showed that DBS stimulation of the fornix (DBS-f) continues to be safe.University Health Network 07.20.16
