B. Braun Medical — known for its focus on infusion therapy — has released its Introcan Safety 2 IV catheter, equipped with multi-access blood control. This addition to B. Braun's line of passive needlestick prevention catheters emphasizes minimizing potential risks during the IV process. In addition to automatic needlestick protection, … [Read more...] about B. Braun launches Introcan Safety 2 IV catheter
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WhiteSwell fluid removal system produces positive study results
WhiteSwell announced positive initial results from its DELTA-HF trial evaluating its eLym system for excess fluid removal. Galway, Ireland-based WhiteSwell designed eLym to treat acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). It presented data at the Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) Annual Scientific Meeting 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The … [Read more...] about WhiteSwell fluid removal system produces positive study results
Biosense Webster: catheter ablation leads to lower heart failure risk in AFib patients
Johnson & Johnson's Biosense Webster today announced data supporting the use of catheter ablation in AFib patients. The study, funded by the Irvine, California-based company, looked at heart failure incidence risks in AFib patients. It compared the use of catheter ablation versus antiarrhythmic drugs (AAD). Looking at non-specific catheter … [Read more...] about Biosense Webster: catheter ablation leads to lower heart failure risk in AFib patients
Shifamed’s Akura Medical raises $35M for thrombectomy system
Akura Medical, a Shifamed portfolio company, today announced the closing of a $35 million Series B financing round. Los Gatos, California-based Akura develops a differentiated approach to address the challenges of venous thromboembolism (VTE). The company earmarked the funds for supporting its FDA 510(k) clearance submission for the Akura … [Read more...] about Shifamed’s Akura Medical raises $35M for thrombectomy system
Biomerics completes expansion in Minnesota
NEWS RELEASE: Biomerics announces completion of 100,000 ft² expansion of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, facility Salt Lake City (Sept. 22, 2023 ) – Biomerics , the leading vertically integrated medical device contract manufacturer in the interventional device market, announced the completion of a 100,000 ft² expansion of its operations in Brooklyn … [Read more...] about Biomerics completes expansion in Minnesota
Freudenberg Medical expands manufacturing facility in Galway, Ireland
NEWS RELEASE: Freudenberg Medical celebrates opening of expanded manufacturing facility, creating 100 new jobs in Galway, Ireland New roles and additional footprint expansion to support global growth Expanded facility officially opened by Freudenberg Group CEO GALWAY, IRELAND ‒ October 2, 2023 – Freudenberg Medical, a leading global … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Medical expands manufacturing facility in Galway, Ireland
Pulse Biosciences, CardioNXT to collab on pulsed-field ablation trial
Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq:PLSE) announced today that it entered into a collaboration with CardioNXT to support its AFib treatment. The collaboration supports Pulse Biosciences' planned first-in-human study of its pulsed-field ablation technology. Hayward, California-based Pulse develops a proprietary nanosecond pulsed-field ablation (nsPFA) … [Read more...] about Pulse Biosciences, CardioNXT to collab on pulsed-field ablation trial
Cordis acquires drug-eluting balloon maker MedAlliance for up to $1.135B
MedAlliance announced today that Cordis acquired it for a total consideration that could reach up to $1.135 billion. The companies initially announced the planned deal in October of last year. Cordis, which develops interventional cardiovascular and endovascular technologies, made a $35 million investment last year. Its upfront closing … [Read more...] about Cordis acquires drug-eluting balloon maker MedAlliance for up to $1.135B
Catheter supplier Zeus seeks $4B buyer, Reuters reports
Zeus is exploring the potential sale of its business in a deal that could be worth $4 billion, Reuters reported, citing "people familiar with the matter." The Orangeburg, South Carolina-based manufacturer of catheter components and other medtech supplies is reportedly working with Goldman Sachs to evaluate the upside of a deal with strategic … [Read more...] about Catheter supplier Zeus seeks $4B buyer, Reuters reports
PercAssist treats first patient in heart failure support trial
PercAssist announced today that it successfully completed the first patient treatment in its EUREKA first-in-human clinical study. The study evaluates PercAssist's minimally invasive extravascular platform that provides hemodynamic support for chronic heart failure patients. Principal investigator Dr. Petr Neuzil completed the first case at … [Read more...] about PercAssist treats first patient in heart failure support trial