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. Stryker’s Q3 profits plunge on recall costs
The recalls of its Rejuvenate and ABG II hip implants and the Neptune waste management system push Stryker Corp.’s 3rd-quarter profits down nearly 71%.
2. Bard prevails again in stent graft patent war with W.L. Gore
A federal judge upholds C.R. Bard’s patent infringement win over W.L. Gore & Assoc. in their decades-long war over stent graft technology, setting Bard up to collect some $800 million in damages, royalties and legal fees.
1. Medtronic signs deals with Lombard Medical, RTI Surgical
Medical device giant Medtronic’s new distribution agreements extend a working relationship with RTI Surgical and wipe away a patent dispute with Lombard Medical.
