Teleflex reports new findings from a study showing the efficacy of its Arrow chlorhexidine-impregnated central venous catheters (CVCs). The prospective study cohort included more than 6,670 patients from 12 intensive care units (ICUs). It spanned … [Read More...] about Teleflex has positive Arrow catheter data
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Teleflex has positive Arrow catheter data
By Sean Whooley
Teleflex reports new findings from a study showing the efficacy of its Arrow chlorhexidine-impregnated central venous catheters (CVCs). The prospective study cohort included more than 6,670 patients from 12 intensive care units (ICUs). It spanned … [Read More...] about Teleflex has positive Arrow catheter data

Aortyx raises $16M for bioresorbable aortic patch
By Sean Whooley
Aortyx announced today that it brought in $16 million (€13.8 million) to support its bioresorbable aortic patch technology. The company expects the funding to help bring the patch to first-in-human tests within two years. Funding came from Ship2B … [Read More...] about Aortyx raises $16M for bioresorbable aortic patch

Atraverse raises $29.4M for left-heart access device
By Sean Whooley
Atraverse Medical announced today that it closed a $29.4 million follow-on financing round to help accelerate growth. The San Diego-based company secured an oversubscribed seed funding round worth $12.5 million last year. This follow-on funding … [Read More...] about Atraverse raises $29.4M for left-heart access device

Penumbra launches Ruby XL coil system for large vessel embolization
Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) has received FDA clearance and launched its Ruby XL system for embolization procedures. The Alameda, California-based device maker launched the platform as a new option for physicians treating high-flow or large-vessel … [Read More...] about Penumbra launches Ruby XL coil system for large vessel embolization

Medtronic has a serious tracheostomy tube recall
Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) is recalling specific lots of its Shiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard Cuff and reusable inner cannula due to an issue that could pose serious health risks. The FDA labeled the recall as Class I, the most … [Read More...] about Medtronic has a serious tracheostomy tube recall

FastWave Medical reports first-in-human use of coronary laser IVL system
FastWave Medical has completed the first human procedures with its Sola coronary laser intravascular lithotripsy system. The company said that these initial procedures marked the start of its multi-center feasibility study evaluating the platform’s … [Read More...] about FastWave Medical reports first-in-human use of coronary laser IVL system

Terumo Neuro launches Sofia Flow 88 for stroke care, expanding aspiration catheter line
Terumo Neuro (formerly MicroVention) has launched the Sofia Flow 88 large-bore aspiration catheter, designed for supporting clot removal in stroke procedures. The catheter features a 0.088 in. inner diameter and incorporates design enhancements … [Read More...] about Terumo Neuro launches Sofia Flow 88 for stroke care, expanding aspiration catheter line