Inari Medical — now part of Stryker — today announced the launch of its next-generation InThrill thrombectomy system. The company describes InThrill as the first and only purpose-built small vessel and arteriovenous (AV) access thrombectomy system that can deliver fast, complete luminal clot removal. Inari says its second-generation, 8-Fr, … [Read more...] about Stryker’s Inari Medical launches next-gen thrombectomy system
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Stryker’s Inari Medical launches Artix thrombectomy system
Inari Medical — now part of Stryker — announced that it launched its Artix thrombectomy system for arterial thrombectomies. The company built Artix for the distinct needs of the peripheral arterial system, according to a news release. It marks Inari's inaugural entry into the arterial space. The combined aspiration plus mechanical … [Read more...] about Stryker’s Inari Medical launches Artix thrombectomy system
Stryker completes acquisition of Cerus Endovascular
Stryker (NYSE:SYK) today announced it completed the acquisition of Cerus Endovascular. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Cerus Endovascular designs and develops neurointerventional devices for the treatment of intracranial aneurysms. Cerus Endovascular’s CE marked products, the Contour Neurovascular system and Neqstent could … [Read more...] about Stryker completes acquisition of Cerus Endovascular
The top 10 catheter innovations of 2021
Last year was a big year for catheter innovation as medtech companies large and small received regulatory approvals for devices ranging from TAVR to single-use endoscopes. Catheter innovations weren't limited to just adults; Catheter-deployed devices for premature babies and toddlers were also approved and released. And catheter-based devices … [Read more...] about The top 10 catheter innovations of 2021
FDA clears Stryker biodegradable subacromial balloon spacer
Stryker (NYSE:SYK) this week announced that it received FDA de novo clearance for its balloon implant for arthroscopic treatment of massive irreparable rotator cuff tears. Kalamazoo, Mich.–based Stryker designed the InSpace balloon implant to restore the subacromial space without requiring sutures or fixation devices. The device has demonstrated … [Read more...] about FDA clears Stryker biodegradable subacromial balloon spacer
Stryker launches cobalt chromium flow diverter
Stryker this week said it launched its Surpass Evolve flow diverter after it received FDA approval. The flow diverter is a 64-wire cobalt-chromium device designed to re-direct blood flow and promote aneurysm healing. It follows the company's launch of Surpass Streamline in 2018. "This device builds on the success of Surpass Streamline, … [Read more...] about Stryker launches cobalt chromium flow diverter
7 innovations that made nurses’ jobs easier
There are approximately 4 million registered nurses in the U.S., according to the American Nurses Association. As the heart of every hospital, nurses have to handle different patients and situations on a daily basis and are a pivotal part of healthcare settings around the globe. I asked veteran nurses who have taken care of a wide range of … [Read more...] about 7 innovations that made nurses’ jobs easier
