Analysts from BofA aren’t sweating recent buzz around Intuitive following a breakthrough in surgical robot reprocessing technology. Last month, Restore Robotics announced the first-in-human use of a remanufactured da Vinci Xi robotic instrument on a patient using the newest model robotic surgical system, the da Vinci 5. The company holds the only clearance from the […]
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Quantum Surgical warns on Epione surgical robot software in Europe
Quantum Surgical recently initiated a field safety corrective action for its Epione surgical robotic system in Europe. Montpellier, France–based Quantum Surgical’s Epione, a robotic-assisted percutaneous ablation system, uses a robotic arm, a navigation system and a camera. It inserts a needle through the skin to the tumor and destroys it. Epione robot enables the early […]
Smith+Nephew opens new medtech center in Barcelona
Catalonia Trade & Investment announced that Smith+Nephew officially inaugurated a new medtech facility in Barcelona. The Catalan Government’s public agency, dedicated to assisting international firms in investing in Barcelona-Catalonia, stated that the new Barcelona Smith+Nephew campus is situated on the former Braun premises in Esplugues de Llobregat. It spans approximately 2,000 square meters. The company […]
Medtronic issues safety notice for Hugo surgical robot console in Europe
Medtronic has issued an urgent field safety notice in Europe related to its Hugo robotic surgical system’s surgeon consoles. The letter advised customers of a potential power supply failure in a specific set of Hugo consoles. Medtronic received 25 complaints related to the loss of power due to failures of the surgeon console’s main power […]
Study backs Masimo brain monitoring tech during pediatric anesthesia
Masimo announced study findings supporting the use of its SedLine brain function monitoring in children. Dr. Yasuko Nagasaka and colleagues at Tokyo Women’s Medical University conducted the randomized clinical trial. It demonstrated the ability of electroencephalogram (EEG)-guided anesthesia using SedLine to improve anesthesia administration in children undergoing surgery. Investigators published their findings in JAMA Pediatrics. […]
Johnson & Johnson MedTech launches newest Ethicon surgical stapler
Johnson & Johnson MedTech today announced the U.S. launch of its Ethicon 4000 surgical stapler. The company said the stapling technology can also aid in the future use of its highly anticipated Ottava surgical robot. Johnson & Johnson MedTech designed its latest stapler to manage tissue complexities and deliver exceptional staple line integrity. It aims […]
Microbot Medical strengthens commercial leadership ahead of expected surgical robot rollout
Microbot Medical (Nasdaq:MBOT) announced today that it expanded its commercial team ahead of its planned surgical robot launch. The Hingham, Massachusetts-based company expects to launch its Liberty system during the third quarter of 2025. It remains actively engaged with the FDA ahead of its anticipated 510(k) approval. The company said this falls in line with […]
Arthrex introduces new powered instrument system
Arthrex announced the launch of Synergy Power, a versatile, battery-powered system designed for a range of orthopedic applications. Synergy Power includes two handpieces: the dual-trigger rotary drill and sagittal saw. These provide surgeons and healthcare facilities with precision and flexibility. Both handpieces feature expert crafting for lightweight and ergonomic use to ensure comfort even in […]
Former Intuitive, Stryker VP joins Think Surgical as EVP to advance surgical robot tech
Think Surgical announced today that Chris Marrus, an expert in surgical robotics commercialization and operations, has joined as EVP. Marrus joins with more than two decades of experience in the medtech and surgical robotics sector. He previously served as area VP for Intuitive Surgical, the longtime leader in robotic surgery. After Intuitive, Marrus joined Mako […]
Johnson & Johnson MedTech launches new Kincise 2 automated hip, knee surgical system
Johnson & Johnson MedTech announced today that it launched its Kincise 2 surgical automated power tool system. The company designed its next-generation system to improve surgical efficiency and provide control. It aims to reduce the physical burden on surgeons compared to manual impaction in a range of procedures. Those include primary and revision hip and […]
CMR Surgical reportedly eyes $4B sale
Financial Times reports today that surgical robot maker CMR Surgical has brought on advisors to explore a potential sale. The report states that the U.K.-based company “put itself up for sale” with a target valuation of as much as $4 billion. This potential sale comes as the company looks to expand its Versius surgical robot […]
