Competition in the wearable ECG space continues to heat up, with Samsung spinoff Wellysis as the latest U.S. market entrant. Seoul, South Korea–based Wellysis announced today that it has secured FDA clearance for its S-Patch Ex. The device already has a CE Mark, with Wellysis marketing the S-Patch Ex in 14 countries. Its markets include […]
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Philips launches at-home, 12-lead ECG for clinical trials
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) announced today that it is expanding its remote cardiac monitoring portfolio with a patch-based, clinical-grade ECG. The new at-home electrocardiogram monitors could reduce the need for site visits during clinical trials, according to the Dutch medtech giant. At-home ECG is a hot space: iRhythm Technologies CEO Quentin Blackford recently […]
Siemens Healthineers absorbs healthcare consultancy ECG
ECG Management Consultants said this week that it was joining Siemens Healthineers as a stand-alone unit in an effort to improve healthcare delivery and enhance client relationships. Siemens Healthineers will acquire a majority stake in ECG, with the transaction expected to close in the fourth calendar quarter of 2019, subject to regulatory approvals. ECG said […]
10 new crowdfunded health devices that will intrigue you
With crowdfunding websites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo, companies can obtain the funding for ideas they want to come to life (even potato salad parties), with the promise of something in return to the donors. And while crowdfunding presents challenges for regulated medical devices, it’s proven to be a boon for startups touting potentially innovative health and […]
