Hoya (TYO:7741) subsidiary Pentax Medical has issued an urgent field safety notice for some of its video duodenoscopes and single-use distal end caps. The notice out of Germany warns on complaints of risk of improper attachment of its single-use sterile distal end cap with elevator OE-A63 on its Pentax Medical Video Duodenoscope ED34-i10T2. The … [Read more...] about Pentax Medical issues urgent field safety notice for some video duodenoscopes, single-use distal end caps
Endoscopes
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
FDA clears Boston Scientific’s Exalt Model B single-use bronchoscope
Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Exalt Model B single-use bronchoscope. Marlborough, Mass.-based Boston Scientific designed the Exalt Model B for use in bedside procedures within the intensive care unit and operating room, according to a news release. Uses for the device include a wide … [Read more...] about FDA clears Boston Scientific’s Exalt Model B single-use bronchoscope
FDA clears 3NT Medical single-use sinus endoscope
3NT Medical today announced its Peregrine Drivable ENT scope has received FDA 510(k) clearance. Short Hills, N.J.-based 3NT Medical designed the Peregrine as a single-use endoscope that gives ENT surgeons views of the sinus anatomy. It gives surgeons access to the furthest reaches of the sinus to visualize anatomic landmarks up close with … [Read more...] about FDA clears 3NT Medical single-use sinus endoscope
The 18 most innovative medical devices of 2021
The Galien Foundation today announced the nominees for most innovative medical devices for its 15th annual Prix Galien USA Awards. The foundation nominates devices, biotechnology and pharmaceutical products for its annual Prix Galien awards to highlight products designed to improve the human condition. “The Awards Committee is excited to … [Read more...] about The 18 most innovative medical devices of 2021
OmniVision launches image sensors for single-use, reusable endoscopes
OmniVision this week launched its medical-grade image sensors for single-use and reusable endoscopes. Santa Clara, Calif.-based OmniVision designed the sensors with an 8-megapixel resolution that can be used with the company's Nyxel near-infrared (NIR) technology. “Our next-generation OH08A/B 8MP image sensors are targeted at endoscopes with … [Read more...] about OmniVision launches image sensors for single-use, reusable endoscopes
Trudell Medical invests in Xenocor’s single-use laparoscopic imaging
Xenocor last week announced a strategic investment by Barvest Ventures's Trudell Medical Group to increase the production of its single-use laparoscopic imaging system. Trudell Medical's chairperson George Baran will join Xenocor's board of directors as part of the investment. "Innovation has been critical for delivering solutions that … [Read more...] about Trudell Medical invests in Xenocor’s single-use laparoscopic imaging
Fujifilm launches imaging integration platform for endoscopes
Fujifilm Medical Systems USA this week announced that it has launched its Systems Integration platform to enhance image and data integration in endoscopy. The Lexington, Mass.-based company designed the platform for multi-video and image routing with display capabilities that GI physicians need while performing advanced endoscopy … [Read more...] about Fujifilm launches imaging integration platform for endoscopes
AngioDynamics mechanical thrombectomy system wins FDA clearance
AngioDynamics (NSDQ:ANGO) today said it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its AlphaVac mechanical thrombectomy system. AlphaVac is an off-circuit, multi-purpose mechanical aspiration thrombectomy device for the non-surgical removal of thrombi or emboli from the vasculature. Latham, N.Y.-based AngioDynamics designed the system with a … [Read more...] about AngioDynamics mechanical thrombectomy system wins FDA clearance
EvoEndo raises $10M for unsedated transnasal endoscope
EvoEndo today said it secured $10.1 million in equity financing to develop its unsedated transnasal endoscopy system. The Denver-based company's funding round included family offices and early-stage life science investors. EvoEndo's transnasal endoscopy (TNE) system is a sterile, single-use, flexible endoscope with VR-based patient … [Read more...] about EvoEndo raises $10M for unsedated transnasal endoscope
