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Stent materials have evolved dramatically over recent years, now offering almost limitless possibilities. |
Switzerland is storming ahead in the medical technology sector both in Europe and worldwide. |
Despite their name, single-use devices are often reprocessed or reused, causing much concern for patient welfare. |
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Medical devices, like the industry itself, are going through continual change; a new technology can shape the development of a product, direction of a company and ultimately future treatments for patients.
Perhaps one of the biggest challenges is an ageing global population. In response to this device manufacturers are having to look at new technologies while physicians and clinicians focus on new techniques for allowing people to grow old and maintain their quality of life. Lorrie Kelly investigates the growing pressure arising from the increased need for hip and knee replacement surgeries and how manufacturers are responding.
The recent development of a microchip might, some time soon, allow amputees to control their prosthetic limbs by simple thought. Dr Justin C Sanchez talks about his team's work, how it could change the lives of patients and what it might mean for the future of certain medical devices.