Duodenoscopes are important medical devices that are used for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures. However, the devices have had serious problems in the past. Luckily, several medical device companies have stepped in to solve the problems. (Here are five of the innovations.) Duodenoscopes are flexible, lighted … [Read more...] about 5 innovations to make duodenoscopes more single-use — and save lives
Reflow Medical launches low-profile reinforced support catheters
Reflow Medical today announced it has launched its Reflow Spex Low Profile reinforced support catheters. The Spex LP catheters are designed to provide the lowest profile tip to access and cross the tightest and most complex lesions with a supportive system. They come in 0.014 in. and 0.018 in. sizes and can be combined with the Reflow Spex … [Read more...] about Reflow Medical launches low-profile reinforced support catheters
TechnoMed is rebranding to Tecnoideal America
TechnoMed this week announced that is rebranding to become Tecnoideal America, effective Jan. 12. The Derwood, Md.-based company's name change is part of its larger initiative to establish a local presence in North and South America. Tecnoideal America will build its local technical capabilities with technical experts to serve customers on … [Read more...] about TechnoMed is rebranding to Tecnoideal America
The top 10 catheter innovations of 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic took over the world in 2020, medical device companies continued to showcase new catheter innovations. Throughout 2020, we saw FDA clearances, approvals and product launches for a variety of catheter-based technologies, including renal denervation systems, heart failure treatment catheters, mechanical thrombectomy systems … [Read more...] about The top 10 catheter innovations of 2020
Concept Medical lands FDA breakthrough nod for MagicTouch catheter
Concept Medical this week said it received breakthrough device designation for its MagicTouch SCB sirolimus coated balloon catheter. The catheter is designed to treat small coronary artery lesions in coronary artery disease. The breakthrough device designation is indicated for percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty of small coronary … [Read more...] about Concept Medical lands FDA breakthrough nod for MagicTouch catheter
Penumbra recalls some Jet 7 catheters after 14 deaths
Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) has issued an urgent voluntary recall of all configurations of its Jet 7 Reperfusion Catheters with Xtra Flex Technology because the catheter may become susceptible to distal tip damage during use. So far, Alameda, Calif.-based Penumbra has received 14 reports of death related to the problem out of the more than 30,000 … [Read more...] about Penumbra recalls some Jet 7 catheters after 14 deaths
Polygon Composites names CEO
Polygon Composites recently announced that it appointed Randy Rice as CEO. Rice has more than 30 years of experience in diverse markets and industries. He most recently served as VP of Signode, the transit packaging division of Crown Holdings. "Randy brings a proven track record in collaborative team building and company growth through key … [Read more...] about Polygon Composites names CEO
ReCor Medical gains FDA breakthrough nod for renal denervation system
ReCor Medical this week announced that its Paradise ultrasound renal denervation system won FDA breakthrough device designation following positive results in a study. The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company’s Paradise system is an investigational device that is designed to treat hypertensive patients who may not be sufficiently responsive to or are … [Read more...] about ReCor Medical gains FDA breakthrough nod for renal denervation system
Acutus Medical transseptal crossing wins CE mark
Acutus Medical today said it received CE mark approval for its transseptal crossing products. The device is designed to deliver safe and efficient access to the left atrium of the heart. It includes the company's AcQCross Qx with either the AcQGuide Mini or steerable AcQGuide Flex introducer sheath. AcQCross Qx features an integrated needle … [Read more...] about Acutus Medical transseptal crossing wins CE mark
Marposs debuts laser measuring system for tubing
Marposs this week launched its Aeroel Extuline laser measuring system for diameter control and flaw detection of opaque or transparent extruded products. The measuring system is designed for products such as medical tubing, glass pipes, sections, and electric cables. It features an on-line diameter measurement and automatically prevents the … [Read more...] about Marposs debuts laser measuring system for tubing
