NuVasive Inc. (NSDQ:NUVA) said today that it’s launching the next generation of its NVM5 patient monitoring platform for spine surgeries.
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Stryker alleges Medtronic colluded with patent troll for Kyphon IP
Benvenue Medical raises $64M for spinal devices
Spinal devices maker Benvenue Medical is looking to expand its U.S. footprint with the funds from a newly closed $64 million financing round, the company announced today.
Judge dismisses Anulex from Xclose off-label lawsuit
A federal judge last week dismissed Anulex Technologies from a lawsuit alleging unfair & deceptive trade practices for alleged off-label promotion of its Xclose soft tissue repair device.
Bennie Evans sued Anulex, his back surgeon and the doctor’s medical practice in 2010, alleging claims of negligent misrepresentation, fraud, unfair and deceptive trade practices, and breach of implied warranty.
Independent legal panel rejects Infuse allegations in Medtronic shareholder suits
French docs implant world’s 1st 3D printed spinal cage | MassDevice.com On Call
MASSDEVICE ON CALL — A team of French doctors were the 1st to implant a patient with a customized spinal cage, thanks to 3D printed technology and development by device maker Medicrea.
Medicrea’s UNiD system 1st creates 3D digital images of a patient’s spinal anatomy, using them as a blueprint to produce an inter-body device aligned perfectly to the patients’ spine. The cages separate the vertebrae to restore proper alignment, with a spinal screw for added stability.
Spinal Kinetics reels in $34M, settles patent spat with DePuy Synthes
Premia Spine confirms $7M raise for spinal fusion alternative
Israeli device maker Premia Spine confirmed today that it had raised $7 million, planning on using part of the funds to pursue FDA approval for its spinal fixation devices.
CEO Ron Sacher told MassDevice.com today that the reports about the company’s latest fundraising efforts are true, and that Premia is looking to raise another $3 million to close out the financing round.
Spinal firm K2M’s $120M IPO hits the mark | MassDevice.com On Call
MASSDEVICE ON CALL — K2M Group’s (NSDQ:KTWO) initial public offering landed right on target with $120 million in net proceeds, even though the company lowered its per-share price.