MassDevice.com +3 | The top 3 med-tech stories for November 14, 2012

From Medical Design & Outsourcing

• Clever catheter lets surgeons see inside arteries to trim plaque
  The Pantheris catheter developed by Avinger takes the physician out of the radiation field. A clever catheter design lets cardiologists see inside arteries and precisely remove plaque from diseased tissue. The Pantheris catheter is safer than conventional radiation-guided procedures because it takes the surgeon out of the radiation field, and along with on-board optics, it […]
• What startups need to succeed when selecting medical device materials
  Whether a startup targets an emerging category such as wearables or a more mature device market, a well-planned approach to medical device materials selection can make a significant difference in the product launch cycle, economic model and other variables. Deepak Prakash, Vancive Medical Technologies Materials selection can be a make-or-break issue for medical device startups. Even […]
• Brazilian medical device regulators change registration submission formats
  By Stewart Eisenhart, Emergo Group Brazilian medical device regulator ANVISA has adjusted its electronic submission policy for marketing authorization applications, now accepting both electronic and paper formats of documents. Get the full story here at the Emergo Group’s blog. The opinions expressed in this blog post are the author’s only and do not necessarily reflect […]
• How to grow your medical device business through its life cycle
  While every medical device business founder daydreams of pre-revenue exits and unicorn valuations, it is imperative to plan for the long and unpredictable haul. Richard F. Mattern, Bass, Berry & Sims PLC Despite the starting point being nearly universal (founder sees a clinical need, a promising market opportunity and a path to regulatory approval or […]
• What you need to know about heat shrink tubing
  Heat shrink tubing comes in a range of materials for many medical applications. Custom materials are also available. Justin Fry, TE Connectivity Medical There is a lot more to medical tubing than extruded polymers. Heat shrink tubing, for instance, provides a range of materials intended to improve designs and solve engineering and manufacturing problems. For instance, […]
• Fluid Metering offers new valveless transfer pump
  Fluid Metering is touting a new valveless, fluid transfer pump that can be used for analytical instrumentation. The new pump offers precision fluid control and integrates CeramPump pumping technology which has a brushless DC motor and integral driver electronics that can last a long time. The pump is powered with a 24V DC input power […]
• S&S Plastics teams with StarMed on endoscopy bottle top
  S&S Plastics has partnered with StarMed to develop a new endoscopy bottle top designed to reduce cross-contamination during gastroenterological investigations, according to a Medical Plastics News report. The device, designed by StarMed, is intended to keep endoscopes lenses clean and ensure a proper diagnosis and reduce procedure times. The final product reduces cross-contamination during procedures […]
• How adaptable accessory power systems can open new markets
  An adaptable accessory power system provides a way to avoid stocking different electrical cords for the country to which the device will be exported. Ralph Bright, Interpower Although most companies would like to market their products in more countries, adapting the products to local codes requires different power cords, circuit protection and electromagnetic compatibility. It’s no […]
• ROLEC conFORM enclosures now available in 14 sizes
  ROLEC conFORM enclosures, which offer built-in EMI/RFI shielding without the need for expensive gaskets, are now available in 14 sizes (3.11” x 3.30” x 1.73” to 10.55” x 6.61” x 3.93”). The tough diecast aluminum enclosures are designed for heavy duty industrial applications where EMI/RFI shielding is critical. They are ideal for electronics requiring regular […]
• Two Supreme Court decisions take a whack at patent holders
  Landmark U.S. Supreme Court decisions signal an effort to shoot down patent trolls, but one expert says small business could get caught in the crosshairs. Recent Supreme Court decisions dealing with patents have some experts concerned that, rather than clarifying the rules and combating patent trolls, the rulings will instead weaken the rights of patent […]
• FDA Science: Working at the speed of emerging technologies
  By Luciana Borio, M.D. Let’s face it, we’ve all gotten used to nearly instant access to almost anything. Today, with a tap of an app, we order a car ride, a book, or pizza for dinner. Need to navigate past traffic in downtown city streets? No problem. There’s an app for that, too. Some may […]