Major medtech players presented a range of intriguing studies at a gathering of some of the biggest names in the cardiology tech space. Some of the hottest topics were covered this past week at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session Together With the World Congress of Cardiology (ACC.23/WCC) in New Orleans. Ablation, … [Read more...] about The biggest cardiology tech stories from ACC.23
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Biosense Webster marks first cases with dual energy ablation tech
Biosense Webster today announced the first cases with its investigational Thermocool SmartTouch SF dual energy catheter for treating AFib. The system enables doctors performing an ablation to toggle between two types of energy: pulsed-field and radiofrequency. It appears to be the Johnson & Johnson MedTech subsidiary's answer to the dual … [Read more...] about Biosense Webster marks first cases with dual energy ablation tech
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
Biosense Webster launches HelioStar in Europe
Biosense Webster today launched its HelioStar balloon ablation catheter in Europe. Johnson & Johnson's subsidiary Biosense Webster launched the radiofrequency balloon ablation catheter for catheter-based cardiac electrophysiological mapping of the atria when used with a multi-channel RF generator. According to the company, more than 11 … [Read more...] about Biosense Webster launches HelioStar in Europe
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
The top 10 catheter innovations of 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic took over the world in 2020, medical device companies continued to showcase new catheter innovations. Throughout 2020, we saw FDA clearances, approvals and product launches for a variety of catheter-based technologies, including renal denervation systems, heart failure treatment catheters, mechanical thrombectomy systems … [Read more...] about The top 10 catheter innovations of 2020
J&J wins FDA approval for ablation catheter
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) recently announced that its Biosense Webster business has secured FDA approval for its Thermocool SmartTouch SF ablation catheter. The Thermocool SmartTouch received approval for the treatment of persistent atrial fibrillation, J&J announced yesterday. The approval came after results from the 381-patient, … [Read more...] about J&J wins FDA approval for ablation catheter
Johnson & Johnson’s Cerenovus launches new clot removal devices to treat stroke
Johnson & Johnson's Cerenovus recently announced it has launched its new stroke solutions platform that includes three devices for clot removal procedures. The three devices are designed to aid physicians in performing mechanical thrombectomy procedures. The devices include the Cerebase DA Guide Sheath, Cerenovus Large Bore Catheter and … [Read more...] about Johnson & Johnson’s Cerenovus launches new clot removal devices to treat stroke
