ReValve Solutions announced this week that it completed the first human use of its transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) system. Bainbridge Island, Washington-based ReValve Solutions said in a news release that the first procedure with its Palmetto TMVR system was performed at the Italian Hospital in Asuncion, Paraguay, by Dr. Charles … [Read more...] about ReValve Solutions completes first successful procedure with TMVR system
Tekni-Plex Healthcare buys precision extrusion manufacturer Johnson Plastic Group
Tekni-Plex Healthcare announced today that it acquired precision extrusion manufacturer Johnson Plastic Group. Wayne, Pennsylvania-based Tekni-Plex said in a news release that the acquisition — for which financial terms were not disclosed — constitutes part of its strategy to expand the company's patient care solutions platform. Mexicali, … [Read more...] about Tekni-Plex Healthcare buys precision extrusion manufacturer Johnson Plastic Group
Nuwellis wins CE mark for 24-hour blood circuit set for use with Aquadex SmartFlow
Nuwellis (NSDQ:NUWE) announced today that it received CE mark approval for its 24-hour blood circuit set for use with the Aquadex SmartFlow. Eden Prairie, Minnesota-based Nuwellis — formerly CHF Solutions — can now market the 24-hour blood circuit set (UF 500-24 Hour) in the European Union and other locations that recognize the CE mark. Get the … [Read more...] about Nuwellis wins CE mark for 24-hour blood circuit set for use with Aquadex SmartFlow
Medtronic’s Pipeline Flex problems expand
The FDA today issued a notice confirming a Class I recall of the Pipeline Flex embolization device from Medtronic (NYSE:MDT). Several models of the Pipeline Flex embolization device and Pipeline Flex embolization device with Shield Technology were affected, with 8,825 devices recalled in the U.S., having been distributed between April 18, 2019, … [Read more...] about Medtronic’s Pipeline Flex problems expand
Nectero Medical completes $19.5M Series C funding round led by Boston Scientific
Nectero Medical announced today that it closed a $19.5 million Series C funding round led by new investor Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX). Tempe, Arizona-based Nectero Medical said in a news release that proceeds will be put toward its in vivo and clinical trials for the development of a treatment platform designed to stabilize small- to mid-sized … [Read more...] about Nectero Medical completes $19.5M Series C funding round led by Boston Scientific
Glaukos submits supplemental PMA application for iStent Infinite
Glaukos (NYSE:GKOS) announced today that it submitted a supplemental premarket approval application to the FDA for its iStent Infinite system. San Clemente, California–based Glaukos designed the iStent Infinite trabecular micro-bypass system for use in a standalone procedure to reduce elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with … [Read more...] about Glaukos submits supplemental PMA application for iStent Infinite
Abbott acquires Walk Vascular and its system to remove peripheral blood clots
Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced today that it acquired Walk Vascular and its minimally invasive mechanical aspiration thrombectomy system. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Walk Vascular designed its JETi peripheral thrombectomy system and the next-generation JETi AIO (all-in-one) peripheral thrombectomy system to remove … [Read more...] about Abbott acquires Walk Vascular and its system to remove peripheral blood clots
Boston Scientific touts future of its MedSurg segment
Boston Scientific executive Dave Pierce sees a bright future for the company’s GI endoscopy and urology technologies. As many companies did, Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) had to adapt during the COVID-19 pandemic and, with the lessons learned, it may be better for it. Dave Pierce, the EVP of Boston Scientific’s MedSurg segment, certainly thinks … [Read more...] about Boston Scientific touts future of its MedSurg segment
Cardinal Health recalls some saline syringes due to air embolism risk
Cardinal Health (NYSE:CAH) has initiated a U.S. recall of its Monoject Flush prefilled saline syringes due to an issue with the reintroduction of air. Dublin, Ohio-based Cardinal Health on Aug. 4 recalled approximately 267 million Monoject Flush devices because they have been found to reintroduce air into the syringe after the air has been … [Read more...] about Cardinal Health recalls some saline syringes due to air embolism risk
MedAlliance enrolls first patient in drug-eluting balloon trial for erectile dysfunction
MedAlliance announced today that it enrolled the first patient in an erectile dysfunction (ED) feasibility study with its drug-eluting balloon (DEB). Nyon, Switzerland-based MedAlliance’s first patient was enrolled in the trial at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy, under the direction of principal investigator Giuseppe Sangiorgi, a … [Read more...] about MedAlliance enrolls first patient in drug-eluting balloon trial for erectile dysfunction
