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Medical Device Newsletter

20-04-2024

Scopio Labs obtains de novo nod for bone marrow analysis software

Founded in 2015, Scopio aimed to revolutionize microscopy and has since achieved significant milestones. These include obtaining CE marks and FDA clearances, raising $6

19-04-2024

AtriCure launches cryoSPHERE+ probe for pain management

AtriCure has introduced the cryoSPHERE+ cryoablation probe to enhance post-operative pain management. This device, part of the cryoICE platform, received 510(K) clearan

19-04-2024

Lumicell secures FDA approval for imaging platform

Lumicell has obtained FDA approval for its LUMISIGHT optical imaging agent (NDA) and Lumicell Direct Visualization System (DVS) (PMA). Together known as LumiSystem, the

19-04-2024

GE HealthCare launches AI-enhanced ultrasound systems

GE Healthcare introduces Voluson Signature 20 and 18 ultrasound systems, integrating AI for women's health imaging. These systems aim to streamline exams and enhance di

19-04-2024

Intuitive’s introduction of new da Vinci 5 robot steals Q1 spotlight

Intuitive Surgical saw strong growth in robot procedures and system placements in Q1, but the focus of the earnings call was on the launch plans for the da Vinci 5 plat

13-04-2024

Simpson obtains FDA breakthrough device designation for Acolyte system

The Acolyte system assists in accurately placing guidewires and catheters within coronary vessels. Simpson Intervention's Acolyte Image Guided Crossing and Re-Entry Cat

12-04-2024

FDA extends import alert to block all plastic syringes from Chinese manufacturer

The FDA enforces import alerts to enable the detention of products without physical examination, typically when a company is found to violate good manufacturing practic

12-04-2024

MMI receives de novo nod for microsurgery robot

Medical Microinstruments (MMI) secured de novo authorization for its Symani Surgical System, assisting surgeons in reconnecting small blood vessels. The FDA cleared the

12-04-2024

Kalogon launches custom wheelchair cushion Orbiter Med

Kalogon's Orbiter Med is a bespoke wheelchair cushion catering to individual seating needs. Approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under HCP

12-04-2024

Getinge received EU MDR certification for Advanta V12 stent

Getinge has obtained the European Union (EU) Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certificate for its Advanta V12-covered stent system, confirming compliance with EU standar

09-04-2024

Smiths Medical recalls thousands of ventilators due to fault linked to 8 serious injuries

Healthcare professionals rely on gas-powered portable ventilators for oxygen administration in various settings, including during transportation and at accident scenes.

09-04-2024

FDA grants de novo nod to AI tool for sepsis detection

Prenosis secured de novo clearance for a predictive tool assessing sepsis risk within 24 hours, featuring a prioritized list of influencing parameters. Sepsis, a severe

09-04-2024

Eko wins FDA nod for AI to detect signs of heart failure using stethoscope

Eko Health received 510(k) clearance for a stethoscope feature detecting a heart failure indicator during routine exams. In primary care, echocardiography and other tra

09-04-2024

Teleflex catheterization kit recall due to 10 injuries, 1 death

Teleflex is recalling about 335,000 catheterization kits in the U.S. following the Food and Drug Administration's announcement of an issue linked to 10 injuries and one

09-04-2024

Baxter secures FDA clearance for delayed Novum IQ infusion pump

Baxter has secured 510(k) clearance for its large-volume infusion pump (LVP) Novum IQ after a three-year process with the FDA.

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31-03-2024

FDA re-issues ban on electric shock devices

In January, human rights groups urged the FDA and the Department of Health and Human Services to promptly release a proposed ban on electric shock devices, now that Con

31-03-2024

Abbott receives a CE mark for the 6-year insertable cardiac monitor

Competition in insertable cardiac monitors (ICMs) has surged recently. Boston Scientific debuted Lux-Dx ICM's initial version in Europe in 2022 and gained U.S. clearanc

30-03-2024

HCG designs a Patient App, to enable seamless access to doctors and medicines

HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., India's largest cancer care network, introduces the HCG Care app, a groundbreaking tool in oncology care. Developed in collaboration

30-03-2024

IIT Madras designs customizable, indigenous electric standing wheelchairs: NeoStand

IIT Madras has unveiled NeoStand, India’s most adaptable electric standing wheelchair, catering to the needs of wheelchair users. NeoStand features a compact desi

30-03-2024

Neuronetics received FDA clearance for the device to treat depression in adolescents

During an August earnings call, Neuronetics announced submitting a 510(k) application to expand Neurostar transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device's eligible popu

28-03-2024

J&J Medtech, Nvidia associate to bring AI to the operating room

Researchers advocate for AI integration in surgery to aid navigation, enhance surgical robots, and refine operations, with companies like Intuitive Surgical already imp

26-03-2024

Deka’s automated insulin delivery system, powered by a patient-led app, acquires FDA clearance

Tidepool, a nonprofit born from grassroots efforts by diabetes patients, obtained 510(k) clearance for Tidepool Loop in early 2023, allowing users to pair preferred ins

26-03-2024

Abiomed’s latest Impella recall related to 129 injuries, 49 death reports

Abiomed recalled its Impella pumps due to the risk of catheter rupture through the left ventricle wall, posing serious health risks, per the FDA. Over 66,000 devices di

26-03-2024

Vyaire Medical recalls Airlife resuscitators over defect connected to 2 death reports

In January, Vyaire advised customers and distributors to discard Airlife manual resuscitators made in 2017 or earlier or lacking a manufacturing date. Though the fault

23-03-2024

Aster MIMS Kozhikode collaborates with Qure.ai to implement an AI-powered stroke care solution

Aster MIMS Hospital in Kozhikode has partnered with Qure.ai, a provider of AI solutions for medical imaging, to enhance stroke care and diagnosis. This collaboration in

23-03-2024

Fujifilm India inaugurates Open MRI machine in Hyderabad at Vijaya Diagnostic Centre

Fujifilm India has introduced its advanced Open MRI machine, "APERTO Lucent," at Vijaya Diagnostic Centre, India’s leading B2C diagnostic chain, enhancing access

18-03-2024

Abbott recalls the Heartmate LVAD communication system

Abbott issued a recall for a communication system that monitors heart failure patients implanted with its Heartmate 3 left ventricular assist device (LVAD) because of t

18-03-2024

Intuitive gets FDA clearance for new da Vinci robot

Intuitive Surgical has obtained 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration for its fifth-generation robotic surgery system, aimed at maintaining its leading

16-03-2024

Volta Medical’s AF-Xplorer obtains a CE Mark as per European Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745

Volta Medical, a leading health tech company, has obtained CE Mark for its Volta AF-Xplorer under the new European Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745. This AI tool

16-03-2024

Medtronic recalls more than 45,000 catheter tubing units following injury reports

Medtronic is recalling over 45,000 cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage and sampling tubes in the U.S. due to issues linked to 26 injuries. The FDA categorized the recall

15-03-2024

Royal Philips presents an AI-enabled CT 5300 system equipped with advanced capabilities

Royal Philips, a leader in healthcare technology, launches the Philips CT 5300 system with advanced AI capabilities for diagnostics, interventions, and screenings. This

07-03-2024

US FDA marketing authorization for miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery device: Virtual Incision

Virtual Incision, a subsidiary of cultivate (MD), has received marketing authorization from the US FDA for the MIRA Surgical System (MIRA), marking a significant milest

07-03-2024

Digital app improves speech in stroke patients: NIHR study

A recent NIHR-supported study highlights the effectiveness of iTalkBetter, a digital platform that improves speech for those with aphasia. Developed by the Neurotherape

07-03-2024

Fujifilm India embarked on Echelon Synergy at CT & MRI User Conclave

Fujifilm India introduced the Echelon Synergy MRI Machine during its CT & MRI User event, focusing on the future of CT and MRI technologies. This system incorporate

06-03-2024

Sanskritech introduces CDSCO-approved ultra-portable anytime health monitoring bag: Swandook

Sanskritech, an Indian health-tech company backed by Mylab, has launched Swandook, an innovative health monitoring bag approved by CDSCO. It's touted as the world's fir

06-03-2024

MGI Tech, Eurofins Genomics associate to advance precision health with revolutionary DNBSEQ-T20×2 sequencer and affiliated technologies

MGI Tech, a leader in life science tools, has partnered with Eurofins Genomics Europe Genotyping A/S (Eurofins Genomics). Eurofins Genomics placed the first corporate o

01-03-2024

Volta Medical’s AF-Xplorer obtains CE Mark as per European Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745

Volta Medical has obtained the CE Mark for its Volta AF-Xplorer under the new European Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745, allowing sales in the European Union. Thi

29-02-2024

US FDA clearance to Zimmer Biomet’s ROSA Shoulder System for robotic-assisted shoulder replacement surgery

Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc., a global medical technology leader, has gained FDA clearance for its ROSA Shoulder System, marking it as the world's premier robotic surge

29-02-2024

Fujifilm India creates its first installation with endoscopic ultrasound machine Aloka Arietta 850 at Fortis Hospital

Fujifilm India has installed its first Aloka Arietta 850 endoscopic ultrasound system (EUS) at Fortis Hospital, Bengaluru, aiming to enhance treatment for patients with

29-02-2024

Philips’ high-powered & fast motorized mobile C-arm, Zenition 90 enables surgeons provide high-quality patient care

Philips has introduced the Image Guided Therapy Mobile C-arm System 9000 – Zenition 90 Motorized, enhancing surgical care accessibility. Tailored for intricate va

28-02-2024

US FDA awards humanitarian device exemption approval to SeaStar Medical’s Selective Cytopheretic Device for paediatric acute kidney injury

SeaStar Medical Holding Corporation, a leader in medical technology, announces FDA approval of the Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) Paediatric (SCD-PED) under a Huma

22-02-2024

Getinge bolsters commitment to Indian healthcare as it unveils Servo-c ventilator

Getinge, a global leader in medical technology, has introduced its cutting-edge Servo-c mechanical ventilator to the Indian market, catering to diverse respiratory need

19-02-2024

MIVI seeks FDA approval for stroke catheter as trial fulfils primary endpoint

MIVI Neuroscience showcased encouraging results at the 2024 International Stroke Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, in February. They have submitted data to the US Fo

19-02-2024

Widex brings SmartRIC devices for natural hearing

Widex has launched the WidexSmartRIC hearing aid, aiming to improve natural hearing. Its unique L-shaped design optimizes microphone placement for better speech capture

19-02-2024

Exactech and Statera collaborate to design smart reverse shoulder implants

Exactech, based in the US, collaborates with Canadian medical device developer Statera Medical to innovate the world’s first smart reverse shoulder implant. This

19-02-2024

IntuiTap’s VerTouch device acquires US FDA approval

IntuiTap Medical has gained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for VerTouch, its handheld imaging tool. This FDA clearance confirms the device's sa

15-02-2024

Philips blocks sale of sleep, respiratory devices in the US for FDA consent decree

Philips has agreed to cease selling new sleep therapy and respiratory care products in the U.S., following a significant recall launched about two-and-a-half years ago.

15-02-2024

Metropolis collaborates with Singapore-based AI solutions provider ‘Qritive’ to revolutionize cancer detection

Metropolis Healthcare, India’s top diagnostic service provider, partners with Qritive, a global AI solutions leader for pathology labs, to bolster cancer diagnosi

15-02-2024

Aster CMI Hospital’s neurology department devises AI Carpal Tunnel Syndrome to detect median nerve in ultrasound videos

Aster CMI Hospital emerges as a leading advocate for healthcare AI, pioneering innovative technology to support medical professionals in various treatment aspects. It i

15-02-2024

StimLabs’ Corplex P, a human umbilical cord-derived medical device, receives US FDA 510(k) approval

StimLabs, founded in 2015 to advance regenerative medicine, announces FDA clearance of Corplex P, a groundbreaking medical device derived from human umbilical cord tiss

12-02-2024

Edwards acquires FDA clearance for first transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement treatment.

Edwards Lifesciences has gained FDA approval for its Evoque tricuspid valve replacement system, marking a significant advancement as the first transcatheter treatment f

10-02-2024

FDA receives additional reports of casualties linked to Philips’ recalled respiratory devices

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has observed a surge in medical device reports (MDRs) concerning Philips’ respiratory products, including instances of fata

09-02-2024

Fresenius brings dialysis technology to the US with FDA approval

Fresenius Medical Care announced 510(k) clearance for its 5008X Hemodialysis System, a high-volume hemodiafiltration dialysis therapy device using diffusion and convect

08-02-2024

Insulet acquires CE mark for integration of insulin pump with Abbott CGM

Insulet has secured a CE mark for integrating its Omnipod 5 insulin pump with Abbott’s Freestyle Libre 2 Plus continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor. This cleara

07-02-2024

Hologic wins FDA approval for AI-enabled cervical cancer screening system

Hologic has gained regulatory approval to sell an AI-powered cervical cancer screening system in the U.S. Named the Genius Digital Diagnostics System, it digitizes Pap

07-02-2024

Boston Scientific’s spinal cord stimulators endorsed for non-surgical back pain

Boston Scientific's Wavewriter spinal cord stimulator (SCS) systems have gained FDA approval for non-surgical back pain (NSBP) management. This expands the label to inc