Stryker introduces new Citrelock Tendon Fixation Device System
The resorption process of the Citrelock system is intended to prevent bulk degradation and chronic inflammation.
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Philips to begin replacing DreamStation respiratory devices in US
The company secured US FDA approval to repair the affected DreamStation devices and is discussing...
Fresenius Medical Care makes additional investment in Humacyte
With the latest investment, Fresenius Medical Care plans to grow its position in the combined...
Healthcare providers and payers must implement strategies to reinforce sustainability
One of the healthcare sector's main challenges is eliminating single-use plastics, which are widely used...
RMIT creates wound dressings with healing sensors
The sensors glow under UV light if an infection starts.
Indian start-up 30M Genomics develops five-second DNA extraction kit
Indian start-up 30M Genomics has developed a new technology called AmpReady for extracting DNA from biological sample in five seconds without requiring any equipment.
A Year in Review: Mixed Impact of Covid-19 on General Surgery Device Markets
A full year has now passed since the first implementation of the COVID-19 lockdown protocols. The initial wave of the global pandemic resulted in most elective general surgery procedures being delayed or even cancelled, thereby...
Ventilator market set to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2021
The global ventilator market value is estimated to have exceeded $4.7B during 2020 as a result of the sudden spike in demand for treating COVID-19 patients. Currently, it is expected to experience significant decline to...
SpaceX’s Starlink and other satellite internet services expected to increase remote healthcare capabilities in rural areas
The move toward patients receiving healthcare at home during the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of robust internet access. However, rural populations have long struggled to access reliable internet services, as internet service providers...
Boston Scientific Receives FDA Approval for Deep Brain Stimulation System Amid Slow-Recovering Neuromodulation Market
On January 25, Boston Scientific received FDA approval for its fourth generation Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) System used to treat symptoms in patients with advanced Parkinson’s disease.
Q&A with Michael Shirley, President and CEO of Alexander Battery Technologies
The medical industry requires attention to detail in design and the highest levels of control in manufacturing from sourcing materials to quality control in production, as well as extensive record-keeping…
