Say hello to MassDevice +3, a bite-sized view of the top three med-tech stories of the day. This feature of MassDevice.com’s coverage highlights our 3 biggest and most influential stories from the day’s news to make sure you’re up to date on the headlines that continue to shape the medical device industry.

3. France bankrolls EndoBarrier cost trial for GI Dynamics

French regulators bankroll a study to look at the costs and utility of GI Dynamics’ EndoBarrier weight-loss device.

2. ALung pulls in $9.5M, aims for $7.5M more

ALung pulls in $9.5 million in an equity funding round it hopes will eventually bring in a total of $17 million for its Hemolung respiratory assist system.

1. Lombard Medical lands Aorflex FDA approval, $32M

On the heels of a $32 million funding round, Lombard Medical lands pre-market approval from the FDA for its Aorflex delivery system.