GE HealthCare announced today that it launched the Voluson Signature 20 and 18 ultrasound systems for women’s health imaging applications. Chicago-based GE HealthCare designed the systems to integrate AI, advanced tools and an ergonomic design. They speed exam time for clinicians while delivering a clearer picture of various conditions impacting women’s health. The latest systems […]
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10 new, innovative medical devices to watch for in 2024
By Senior Editor Danielle Kirsh and Associate Editor Sean Whooley Significant medical device launches are coming in 2024. Think pulsed field ablation, diabetes treatment tech, surgical robotics and more. Pulsed field ablation news took over at the end of 2023 and the start of 2024, with Medtronic and Boston Scientific garnering significant regulatory approvals. Surgical […]
Intuitive’s da Vinci 5 surgical robot has analysts confident in future growth
William Blair analyst Brandon Vazquez has increased confidence in Intuitive after viewing the new da Vinci 5 system at SAGES 2024. Vazquez said in a report that he has increased confidence in the company’s ability to drive growth over the next 5-10 years. He was particularly impressed with the system’s efficiency improvements and haptic feedback. […]
Analysts remain high on ResMed despite potential sleep apnea benefits from GLP-1s
William Blair analysts say that new data supporting the use of GLP-1s in patients with sleep apnea shouldn’t displace companies like ResMed in the market. GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Ozempic and Wegovy, provide therapy for diabetes and can lead to weight loss. Beyond impacting the diabetes industry, questions have arisen over their overall impact on […]
AtriCure launches new cryoablation probe
AtriCure announced today that it launched its new CryoSphere+ cryoablation probe for the CryoIce platform. CryoSphere+ leverages new insulation technology, reducing freeze times by 25% compared to the legacy CryoSphere device. The original CryoIce device first received FDA clearance in November 2018 and aided in more than 60,000 procedures to date. The CryoSphere+ device picked […]
Medtronic unveils new AI for laparoscopic, robotic surgery tech
Medtronic today announced new AI capabilities to go with the launch of its Touch Surgery Live Stream digital offering. The medtech giant’s 14 new AI algorithms enhance its digital capabilities within post-operative analysis. Medtronic said they provide AI surgical insights across laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery. Along with the algorithms, Medtronic launched its Touch Surgery Live […]
Spark Neuro names Mayo Clinic neurologist as its medical director
Spark Neuro announced that it appointed longtime Mayo Clinic neurologist Dr. Richard J. Caselli as its new medical director. Caselli spent 35 years at the Mayo Clinic, a leading U.S. hospital system. He brings expertise and leadership in neurology and cognitive aging to Los Angeles-based Spark Neuro. Spark Neuro develops brain health assessment services propelled […]
Allurion closes $48 million financing
Allurion (NYSE:ALUR) announced today that it closed a financing of convertible senior secured notes worth $48 million. The company entered into the financing with certain entities managed by RTW Investments. It intends to use proceeds to repay obligations under its existing term loan with Fortress Credit Corp. This reduces the company’s interest expense and increases […]
Outset Medical inks deal to expand home hemodialysis in the U.S.
Outset Medical announced today that it partnered with U.S. Renal Care to accelerate home hemodialysis in the U.S. The company entered into a multi-year agreement with U.S. Renal Care, the country’s largest privately held kidney care provider. They aim to utilize the Outset Tablo hemodialysis system as a home dialysis option in the 33 states […]
Abbott increases guidance on strong Q1 results, reports progress on Volt PFA system
Abbott shares fell this today despite first-quarter results that came in ahead of the consensus forecast. Shares of ABT fell more than 3% to $105.81 apiece by later afternoon trading today. MassDevice’s MedTech 100 Index — which includes stocks of the world’s largest medical device companies — dipped slightly. The Abbott Park, Illinois-based medtech giant […]
Ypsomed, ten23 health collab on YpsoDose patch injector
Ypsomed announced today that it entered into a partnership with ten23 health to commercialize its YpsoDose wearable injector. Burgdorf, Switzerland-based Ypsomed designed YpsoDose for the subcutaneous self-injection of large-volume doses. ten23 health, a Swiss CDMO, offers drug development, filling and device assembly expertise to contribute to the product offering. The strategic collaboration sees both parties […]