Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced this week that it received FDA approval for its latest-generation transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) system. The company designed the Navitor system for treating people with severe aortic stenosis at high or extreme risk for open-heart surgery. It adds to Abbott’s transcatheter structural heart … [Read more...] about Abbott wins FDA nod for its Navitor transcatheter aortic valve implant
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The top 10 catheter innovation news stories of 2022
This year was a big one for catheter innovation as medtech companies large and small received regulatory approvals and researchers developed catheters that could soon make navigating the vasculature system easier. The numerous innovations weren't just limited to adults. One company launched a cryoablation catheter for children as young as 2 … [Read more...] about The top 10 catheter innovation news stories of 2022
Abbott launches TactiFlex SE radiofrequency ablation catheter in Japan
Abbott this week announced it has launched its TactiFlex SE irrigation catheter in Japan. TactiFlex SE is a radiofrequency (RF) ablation catheter with a slit tip electrode with contact force technology. The tip of the catheter is flexible and conforms to the shape of the heart's wall for unique patient anatomies. The slit structure on the … [Read more...] about Abbott launches TactiFlex SE radiofrequency ablation catheter in Japan
Design challenges to overcome when developing cardiac ablation devices
It’s about figuring out how and where to go with the cardiac ablation and then engineering the best catheter-based delivery device, according to a top Acutus Medical scientist. Cardiac ablation is when a physician intentionally destroys a small amount of tissue in the heart to treat and prevent heart rhythm problems. The procedure creates … [Read more...] about Design challenges to overcome when developing cardiac ablation devices
Abbott imaging catheter recall flagged as Class I by FDA
The FDA has identified the Abbott (NYSE:ABT) recall of its Dragonfly OpStar Imaging Catheter as a Class I recall. That's the most serious level of a medical device recall, carrying the risk of serious injury or death. Five incidents, one injury and zero deaths were reported when Abbott initiated the recall on April 11. The recall affects … [Read more...] about Abbott imaging catheter recall flagged as Class I by FDA
Abbott announces availability of Xience Skypoint drug-eluting stent in extended sizes
Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced today that its Xience Skypoint drug-eluting stent platform is now available globally. Xience Skypoint has received FDA approval, CE mark and PMDA approval in Japan for the broadest expansion with the availability of extended sizes of 4.5 mm and 5 mm offerings. Get the full story at our sister site, Drug Delivery … [Read more...] about Abbott announces availability of Xience Skypoint drug-eluting stent in extended sizes
Study demonstrates freedom from AFib symptoms with use of Abbott’s ablation catheter
Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced today that a study showed its TactiCath ablation catheter often led to more than a year of freedom from AFib symptoms. The Persist-End study showed that 89% of patients treated for persistent AFib with the company’s TactiCath contact force ablation catheter, Sensor Enabled (TactiCath SE), remained symptom-free for up … [Read more...] about Study demonstrates freedom from AFib symptoms with use of Abbott’s ablation catheter
Abbott announces U.S. launch of Amplatzer steerable delivery sheath for Amulet device
Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced today that it made the Amplatzer steerable delivery sheath commercially available in the U.S. The Amplatzer steerable delivery sheath works with the Amplatzer Amulet left atrial appendage (LAA) occluder to treat people with AFib who are at risk of ischemic stroke According to a news release, the Amulet with … [Read more...] about Abbott announces U.S. launch of Amplatzer steerable delivery sheath for Amulet device
18 of the world’s most innovative medical technologies
Judges this week are voting for the most innovative medical technologies among the nominees for the 2022 Prix Galien International Awards. The Prix Galien International Awards highlight the most innovative technologies in the life sciences industry. The New York-based Galien Foundation presents the international award to eligible nominees that … [Read more...] about 18 of the world’s most innovative medical technologies
Federal Circuit deals Abbott’s St. Jude Medical a setback in catheter IP case
A Federal Circuit court ruled that Abbott (NYSE:ABT) subsidiary St. Jude Medical must face patent infringement claims. Just over one year ago, Abbott’s St. Jude — acquired for $25 billion in 2017 — won a patent dispute over the method for using a double catheter in heart failure patients. Get the full story at our sister site, MassDevice. … [Read more...] about Federal Circuit deals Abbott’s St. Jude Medical a setback in catheter IP case
