Medtronic officials want the world’s largest medtech company to do more than just make medical devices: They want to help manage chronic diseases. Here are thoughts from the VP helping to lead the shift. Medtronic executive Sheri Dodd had a cousin — one of only four — die from Type 2 diabetes complications at the age […]
Tekni-Plex acquires Italian healthcare packaging company
Tekni-Plex has purchased Italian healthcare packaging company Lameplast from Milan-based private equity firm Aksìa Group. Lameplast will become part of Tekni-Plex’s global Tekni-Films business. Headquartered in Rovereto sul Secchia near Modena, Lameplex manufactures plastic single/multi-dose containers for pharmaceutical, diagnostic, medical device, veterinary and cosmetic applications, with an emphasis on ophthalmic, vaccine, vaginal and rectal applications. Lameplast also does […]
This device can reactivate dead brains: Is it creepy or cool?
Scientists at Yale University have developed a device that can restore circulation and cellular activity in a pig’s brain four hours after death, raising ethical questions about the possibilities of one day applying it to humans. BrainEx is an open-source device originally based on CaVESWave, a system developed by Biomed Innovations of North Carolina to preserve donated organs for […]
Trial: Cefaly wearable safe, effective in preventing migraines
A new clinical trial has shown that the Cefaly migraine treatment device is safe and effective for migraine prevention, according to manufacturer Cefaly Technology. Cefaly is an external trigeminal nerve stimulation device (e-TNS) that is magnetically connected to a self-adhesive electrode placed on the forehead. It sends micro-impulses through the electrode to the upper branch […]
Ireland faces device shortage in wake of no-deal Brexit
A “significant” number of essential medical devices made by small- and medium-sized medtech companies will go in short supply in Ireland in the event of a no-deal Brexit, according to a report in the Irish Times. An Irish health service analysis of the possible effects of a hard Brexit revealed the number of devices that […]
Human trials could start soon on Adam’s 3D printed bone grafts
Adam — a young company with technology to 3D print bone grafts made out of ceramic bioglass and modified biopolymer — said today that it expects first human trials to start by the end of the year. Officials at the Groton, Conn.– and Odessa, Ukraine–based company expect preclinical trials to finish this month. The Adam […]
ICU Medical recalls infusion sets
ICU Medical (NSDQ:ICUI) said today that it is recalling certain lots of its Plum and Sapphire microbore infusion sets with inline filters due to the potential for small amounts of fluid to leak from the filters’ air vents. San Clemente, Calif.-based ICU Medical said it is not aware of adverse events related to the problem, […]
How Johnson & Johnson wants to drive innovation through diversity
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) today announced its inaugural “You Belong: Diversity & Inclusion Impact Review,” outlining its strategic diversity and inclusion philosophy that is driving innovation at the company. In the Impact Review, Johnson & Johnson said it developed and launched its diversity and inclusion vision, mission and definition in 2018. The initiative was designed to […]
Teleflex says infant breathing device it distributes is recalled
Teleflex (NYSE:TFX) today announced a recall of a device used to help newborns with infant respiratory distress syndrome to breathe. Teleflex is one of the U.S. distributors of the device, the Babi.Plus 12.5 cm H2O pressure relief manifold, manufactured by GaleMed. The FDA has designated the recall as Class I. The recall began June 14 […]
Could this new Stratasys 3D printer improve medical device validation?
Stratasys (NSDQ:SSYS) today announced the launch of its J750 Digital Anatomy 3D printer, meant to replicate the feel, responsiveness, and biomechanics of human anatomy in medical models. Stratasys officials think the new printer will reduce the need to use human cadavers and animals for medical device testing and validation. There could also be a market to […]
Report: Docs could reduce adverse events with Boston Sci’s Watchman
This article has been updated to include comments from Boston Scientific. A recent review of FDA files has found nearly 3,000 adverse events related to Boston Scientific’s (NYSE:BSX) Watchman device. The Watchman left atrial appendage closure device, approved by the agency in March 2015, is designed to prevent blood clots that form in the heart’s […]
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