Surgical
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
Study: Valve Mismatches Common in TAVR, Ups Risk of Death
Severe cases of prosthesis-patient mismatch were associated with higher risk of death and hospital readmissions.University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine 09.24.18
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Software & IT | Surgical
TransEnterix Buys Israeli Firm MST Medical to Boost Senhance Surgical Robot
Adds advanced surgical image analytics technology capabilities to Senhance digital laparoscopy platform.Business Wire 09.24.18
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
FDA Approves Boston Scientific's Eluvia Drug-Eluting Stent
First tech in U.S. to offer sustained release of antiproliferative drug to treat patients with peripheral artery disease.Boston Scientific 09.24.18
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Cardiovascular | Diagnostics | Patient Monitoring | Surgical
11 Finalists Selected for $100K Pediatric Medical Device Competition
This year’s competition focuses on pediatric cardiovascular devices, an area of significant need.Childrens National Health System 09.19.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Surgical
3D-Printed Tracheal Splints Used in Groundbreaking Pediatric Surgery
Surgeon team used 3 custom splints to assist breathing of a 7-month-old patient battling life-threatening airway obstruction.Videos Georgia Institute of Technology
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
FDA Approves Biotronik's PK Papyrus Stent for Acute Coronary Artery Perforation Treatment
Papyrus PK is the first device approved by the FDA for this indication in 17 years.U.S. Food and Drug Administration 09.17.18
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
Building a Safer Heart Pump
Grant aims to develop blood pump congestive heart failure patients can use at a much earlier state in their disease.Penn State 09.14.18
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Surgical
Cook Medical Resolves 2014 FDA Warning Letter
Warning letter was for processes related to the quality system at the company’s manufacturing facility in Bloomington, Ind.Business Wire 09.11.18
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
BTG Acquires Novate Medical, Maker of Bioconvertible IVC Filter
Clinical data showed no new symptomatic PE, no evidence of migration, tilt, fracture, perforation, or embolization.Business Wire 09.10.18
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Surgical
Mike on Medtech: The Bleeding Edge, Part 2
The discussion over the controversial Netflix documentary continues between Sean Fenske and Mike Drues in this episode.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.07.18
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Surgical
Bioadhesive, Wirelessly Powered Implant Emits Light to Kill Cancer Cells
Metronomic photodynamic therapy device to facilitate minimally-invasive and effective cancer treatment in delicate organs.Waseda University 09.07.18
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Surgical
FDA Clears Surgical Innovation Associates' Bioabsorbable Mesh for Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery
Much like an absorbable stitch, DuraSorb Monofilament Mesh is designed to integrate into the patient’s tissue.Business Wire 09.07.18
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Surgical
Boston Scientific to Acquire Augmenix for Up to $600 Million
Acquisition expands portfolio of men's health in-office procedures with adjunctive therapy for prostate cancer patients.Boston Scientific 09.07.18
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Surgical
Premium Medtech Price Strategies for the Robotics Segment
First, Intuitive Surgical (IS) was developing procedures in laparoscopy, prostatectomy, and hysterectomy. Many of us who had presented other, non-robotic medical devices to the Value Analysis Committee said it couldn’t be done; robots and their…Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 09.07.18
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Surgical
Mike on Medtech: The Bleeding Edge, Part 1
Sean Fenske and Mike Drues begin a multi-part series on the controversial Netflix documentary on the medtech industry.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.05.18
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Surgical
Vyaire Recalls Tri-Flo Subglottic Suction System Due to Risk of Device Breakage
There is a risk that the distal soft tip of the catheter may break off and enter the patient's lungs.U.S. Food and Drug Administration 09.05.18
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Neurological | Surgical
From Surgery to Recovery: How Technology Can Stem the Opioid Crisis
A Q&A with Avanos Medical's Roger Massengale addressing the opioid crisis and the steps the company is taking to fight it.Online Exclusives Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 08.31.18
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Surgical
Surgeon Uses Magnetic Tools to Reduce Incisions in Cancer Surgery
In magnetic surgery, surgical tools are manipulated with a magnet on the skin, which eliminates the need for an incision.Videos UT Southwestern Medical Center
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Surgical
Alcon Withdraws CyPass Micro-Stent for Surgical Glaucoma from the Market
Based on five-year data from COMPASS-XT long-term safety study; ophthalmic surgeons advised to cease further implantation.Globe Newswire 08.29.18
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Surgical
Study Shows Efficacy of Dual-Ring Wound Protector in Lowering PD Surgical Site Infection
Data show statistically significant reduction in incisional SSI among patient group.Business Wire 08.28.18
