The world of catheter innovation has already seen remarkable strides this year— with some of the most promising medtech delivered into the body via catheter-based procedures. Think of improved ablation for treating AFib, coronary intravascular lithotripsy to combat coronary artery disease, and more. Here, we've highlighted the top five … [Read more...] about The top catheter innovation news stories of 2023 — so far
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BD expands availability of all-in-one flush pre-filled syringe
BD (NYSE:BDX) announced today that it expanded customer availability for its all-in-one pre-filled flush syringe. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey-based BD designed its PosiFlush SafeScrub syringe with an integrated disinfection unit. It reinforces compliance to infection prevention guidelines, simplifying nursing workflow. BD built the active … [Read more...] about BD expands availability of all-in-one flush pre-filled syringe
Medtronic reports positive study results for PulseSelect pulsed-field ablation system
Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) today announced positive findings from a secondary analysis of the PULSED AF study for its pulsed-field ablation technology. The analysis demonstrated positive results for the PulseSelect system, including atrial arrhythmia (AA) burden reduction. This correlated to both improved quality of life and decreased healthcare … [Read more...] about Medtronic reports positive study results for PulseSelect pulsed-field ablation system
Abbott wins FDA approval for next-gen TactiFlex ablation catheter
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today announced FDA approval of its TactiFlex Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled, which the company describes as the world's first ablation catheter with a flexible tip and contact force technology. The TactiFlex catheter also integrates with Abbott's EnSite X EP System, enabling physicians to visualize heart anatomy more … [Read more...] about Abbott wins FDA approval for next-gen TactiFlex ablation catheter
Abbott reports positive data for TriClip TEER system
Abbott this week announced late-breaking data supporting the benefits of its TriClip transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) system. The company presented study data at EuroPCR in Paris. This study evaluated TriClip, a first-of-its-kind, minimally invasive device, in treating patients with leaky tricuspid valves. Abbott’s bRIGHT study … [Read more...] about Abbott reports positive data for TriClip TEER system
Data supports Biosense Webster RF ablation for treating AFib
Johnson & Johnson MedTech's Biosense Webster today announced data from a study of its QDOT Micro catheter for treating AFib. JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology published data from the Q-FFICIENCY study evaluating QDOT Micro's safety and 12-month effectiveness. The study observed use of the catheter in paroxysmal AFib ablation using a … [Read more...] about Data supports Biosense Webster RF ablation for treating AFib
Shockwave Medical launches new coronary IVL catheter
Shockwave Medical (Nasdaq:SWAV) today announced full commercial availability for its C2+ coronary intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) catheter. The company designed its C2+ coronary IVL catheter to treat severely calcified coronary artery disease. Santa Clara, California-based Shockwave, which has been subject to recent acquisition speculation, … [Read more...] about Shockwave Medical launches new coronary IVL catheter
VitalPath appoints medtech industry veteran Andrew Holman as CEO
VitalPath today announced it appointed Andrew Holman as its new CEO. Holman brings more than 28 years of medical device experience to the complex catheter solution company. He has held numerous leadership roles at contract manufacturers and OEMs. Most recently, he was the chief commercial officer at Prytime Medical Devices, where he helped bring … [Read more...] about VitalPath appoints medtech industry veteran Andrew Holman as CEO
Teleflex launches two new PICC insertion devices
Teleflex (NYSE:TFX) today announced it launched two new devices to enhance PICC insertion procedures and reduce complications. The company launched the Arrow VPS Rhythm DLX device and the NaviCurve stylet, both of which Teleflex designed to work together to give vascular access specialists more efficient and predictable PICC placement. VPS … [Read more...] about Teleflex launches two new PICC insertion devices
Surmodics enrolls first patient in Pounce thrombectomy system registry study
Surmodics recently announced it enrolled the first patient in its Prowl registry study of its Pounce thrombectomy system. Prowl is an open-label, retrospective, multi-center, U.S. registry of the Surmodics Pounce system for the non-surgical removal of emboli and thrombi in the peripheral arterial vasculature. The registry aims to collect … [Read more...] about Surmodics enrolls first patient in Pounce thrombectomy system registry study