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This week, we examine GlobalData patent analytics of assignees and technology trends for patent filings in the medical device landscape over Q2 2023. Johnson & Johnson topped the number of patents filed during this period, followed by Medtronic and Philips.

The data shows that New Jersey-headquartered Johnson & Johnson had a total of 1,374 publications, 752 applications and 589 grants.

Grants here refer to approved documents by the patent office after document examination and criteria satisfaction.

Most of the patents filed were related to general surgery devices, diagnostic imaging and healthcare I.T.