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Micro-Tech Endoscopy to acquire Conmed gastroenterology products

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Micro-Tech Endoscopy announced that it agreed to acquire the global distribution rights for certain Conmed gastroenterology products. Nanjing, China-based Micro-Tech, which has its U.S. base in Ann Arbor, Michigan, acquired the rights for the Duraclip, Precisor and Optibite lines, which Conmed has sold on behalf of the company for more than a … [Read more...] about Micro-Tech Endoscopy to acquire Conmed gastroenterology products

Luma Vision expands clinical program, submits latest Verafeye tech to FDA

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Luma Vision announced today that it expanded its clinical program following the latest submission of its Verafeye platform to the FDA. Dublin, Ireland-based Luma Vision develops the Verafeye 4D navigation and imaging platform. The company designed Verafeye to guide catheter ablation therapy. That includes pulmonary vein isolation, posterior wall … [Read more...] about Luma Vision expands clinical program, submits latest Verafeye tech to FDA

Pulse Biosciences shifts focus to accelerate cardiac pulsed field ablation program

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Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq:PLSE) announced a new strategic alignment to focus on its nPulse cardiac catheter ablation system. Hayward, California-based Pulse said it wants to prioritize and accelerate the development and future commercialization of nPulse.  As a result, the company plans to centralize resources on the cardiac catheter platform, … [Read more...] about Pulse Biosciences shifts focus to accelerate cardiac pulsed field ablation program

Sensome reports positive proof-of-concept outcomes in robotic thrombectomy

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Sensome today announced proof-of-concept cases using its Clotild smart guidewire system with robotic thrombectomy technology. The company said the cases using Clotild were performed with commercial and next-generation robotic systems from Robocath. This effort demonstrated the feasibility of Paris-based Sensome's smart guidewire technology with … [Read more...] about Sensome reports positive proof-of-concept outcomes in robotic thrombectomy

Endogenex has positive data for pulsed electric field tech for diabetes

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Endogenex today announced new findings supporting its technology for improving outcomes in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Minneapolis-based Endogenex develops the Endogenex ReCET technology, which uses electroporation therapy to achieve re-cellularization. It utilizes non-thermogenic pulsed electric fields (PEF) to regenerate duodenal mucosal … [Read more...] about Endogenex has positive data for pulsed electric field tech for diabetes

Perfuze wins FDA clearance for standalone aspiration catheter

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Perfuze announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Millipede88 aspiration catheter. Galway, Ireland–based Perfuze designed the catheter for rapid and complete clot removal in patients suffering from large vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes. The company aims to improve stroke treatment outcomes and reduce procedural … [Read more...] about Perfuze wins FDA clearance for standalone aspiration catheter

PFA tech developer Field Medical names new CEO

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Field Medical announced today that it named Dr. Mark A. Turco as CEO, effective immediately. Turco brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to the pulsed field ablation (PFA) technology developer. It was founded by Dr. Steven Mickelsen, who also serves as chief technology officer. Mickelsen previously founded Farapulse, which Boston … [Read more...] about PFA tech developer Field Medical names new CEO

Verve Medical treats first patient in study of pelvic denervation for hypertension

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Verve Medical today announced the successful treatment of the first patient in a trial of its hypertension treatment. Phoenix-based Verve develops non-invasive renal pelvic denervation technology for uncontrolled hypertension. It hopes to commercialize its novel, targeted therapy to address the global burden of high blood pressure. Potential … [Read more...] about Verve Medical treats first patient in study of pelvic denervation for hypertension

Karl Storz wins FDA nod for single-use bronchoscope

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Karl Storz announced that it received FDA clearance for the FIVE S 6.5 sterile single-use bronchoscope. The company says its new device offers a valuable new option for critical care physicians, intensivists, RTs and ICU-based proceduralists. It delivers an airway control solution for high-risk patients, especially those managing heavy … [Read more...] about Karl Storz wins FDA nod for single-use bronchoscope

Cook Medical launches new endoscopy products

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Cook Medical this week announced the U.S. and Canadian launches of its Cold AcuSnare polypectomy snare and Caesar alligator rat tooth grasping forceps, both for endoscopic GI procedures. The Cold AcuSnare is also available in direct markets in Europe. Cook Medical officials say the launches make the Bloomington, Indiana–based medtech … [Read more...] about Cook Medical launches new endoscopy products