Stereotaxis (NYSE:STXS) said today that it has secured CE mark approval for its Magic robotically-navigated magnetic ablation catheter. The St. Louis–based robotic surgery company submitted Magic for both CE mark and FDA approval nearly a year ago; it still awaits an FDA nod in the U.S. Magic performs cardiac ablation procedures to treat … [Read more...] about Stereotaxis Magic ablation catheter is now CE mark approved
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Johnson & Johnson MedTech wins CE mark for dual-energy catheter
Johnson & Johnson MedTech [WtwhTicker symbol="JNJ"](NYSE: JNJ)[/WtwhTicker] announced today that it received CE mark approval for its dual-energy ThermoCool SmartTouch SF catheter. The irrigated, contact-force sensing catheter features alongside the TruPulse generator. Both offer full integration with the Carto 3 electro-anatomical mapping … [Read more...] about Johnson & Johnson MedTech wins CE mark for dual-energy catheter
Medtronic gets CE mark for Harmony transcatheter pulmonary valve
Medtronic today announced CE mark approval for its Harmony transcatheter pulmonary valve (TPV) system. About 1.3 children around the world each year are born with congenital heart disease, according to the Minneapolis-based nonprofit Children's HeartLink. The Harmony system provides a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for … [Read more...] about Medtronic gets CE mark for Harmony transcatheter pulmonary valve
Route 92 Medical picks up CE mark for stroke portfolio
Route 92 Medical announced today that it received CE mark for its line of neurovascular intervention products for treating stroke. The company also picked up clearance under the MDSAP program, giving broad access to international markets. Authorization covers the majority of the company's products, including: HiPoint 70/Tenzing 7 … [Read more...] about Route 92 Medical picks up CE mark for stroke portfolio
Endostart wins CE mark to bring magnetic balloon tech to enteroscopy
Endostart announced today that it received CE mark approval for the expanded use of its flagship Endorail product. Certaldo, Italy-based Endostart designed Endorail to provide efficiency and safety in endoscopic procedures. The technology utilizes a magnetic balloon system to enhance control of the endoscope in both the small and large bowel. It … [Read more...] about Endostart wins CE mark to bring magnetic balloon tech to enteroscopy
Penumbra wins CE mark for computer-assisted thrombectomy tech
Penumbra (NYSE:PEN) announced today that it received CE mark approval for its computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) technologies. The Lightning Flash 2.0 and Lightning Bolt 7 offerings from the Alameda, California-based company both picked up European approval. Penumbra said approval makes its Lightning products the only CAVT systems … [Read more...] about Penumbra wins CE mark for computer-assisted thrombectomy tech
AngioDynamics wins CE Mark for AlphaVac F18
AngioDynamics announced this week that it received CE Mark approval for its AlphaVac F18 system, which treats pulmonary embolism and removes thrombi and emboli. AlphaVac F18 is an emergent first-line device the company designed for the non-surgical removal of thromboemboli from the pulmonary arteries and for the treatment of pulmonary … [Read more...] about AngioDynamics wins CE Mark for AlphaVac F18
The top catheter-based innovation news stories of 2024 — so far
Catheter innovations have had a remarkable year so far, with many receiving regulatory approval as they prepare to enter the market. The pulsed field ablation market heated up in 2023 and continues to make waves this year with more companies entering the space. Intravascular lithotripsy is having its moment as well – Shockwave Medical was … [Read more...] about The top catheter-based innovation news stories of 2024 — so far
Getinge wins European approval for covered stent system
Getinge announced today that it received EU MDR certification for its Advanta V12 covered stent system for patients with aortoiliac occlusive disease (AIOD). The balloon-expandable covered stent's indication aligns with AIOD, which includes treating lesions at the aortic bifurcation. Getinge said EU MDR certification highlights its dedication … [Read more...] about Getinge wins European approval for covered stent system
PulseCath wins CE mark for iVAC 2L percutaneous mechanical circulatory support device
PulseCath this week announced it received CE mark approval for its iVAC 2L percutaneous mechanical circulatory support device. The iVAC 2L device helps facilitate high-risk percutaneous coronary interventions. PulseCath designed it to pump blood from the left ventricle to the aorta in synchronization with the natural rhythm of the patient's … [Read more...] about PulseCath wins CE mark for iVAC 2L percutaneous mechanical circulatory support device