AngioDynamics touts positive data from AlphaVac trial
US-based device company AngioDynamics has announced new data that finds its AlphaVac F1885 System safe in patients with acute intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) and provides significant improvement in right ventricular function and reduction in clot burden. Data from the APEX-AV trial demonstrated a decrease of 0.45 in the RV/LV ratio at 48 hours, surpassing the […]
Opmed.ai raises $15m to advance AI-optimisation system
Opmed.ai’s platform is designed to explore numerous scheduling possibilities, identify schedule errors, and adjust for various factors such as anaesthesia and turnover times. Credit: Gorodenkoff via Shutterstock. US-based company Opmed.ai has raised $16m in Series A funding to develop its AI-driven software, which is designed to optimise the operational capacity of operating rooms (ORs). The […]
KKR agrees to acquire Indian medical devices company Healthium
Healthium offers wound closure, arthroscopy, and advanced wound closure products. Credit: Roman Zaiets/Shutterstock.com. Global investment company KKR has signed agreements under which funds managed by KKR will acquire Indian medical devices company Healthium MedTech (Healthium). Healthium will be acquired by a special purpose vehicle owned by KKR-managed funds, from an affiliate of Funds advised by […]
FDA approves Geneoscopy’s ColoSense test for CRC screening
The trial highlighted a 100% sensitivity rate for CRC in the age group of 45-49 years. Credit: Kateryna Kon/Shutterstock.com. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Geneoscopy’s ColoSense, a noninvasive multi-target stool RNA (mt-sRNA) test for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening in adults aged 45 and older. The ColoSense test is designed […]
Medtronic’s renal denervation system receives approval in China
The system has been approved under the Greater Bay Area policy in China, allowing its sales to hospitals within the region. Credit: Medtronic. Medtronic has announced the approval of its Symplicity Spyral renal denervation (RDN) system by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China. This marks a milestone as the first RDN system to […]
Researchers hit ‘milestone’ in light therapy for spinal cord injury study
The next step for the research team will be to secure funding to develop a prototype for their implantable device. Image Credit: RomarioIen / Shutterstock. Scientists at the University of Birmingham, UK, have developed a method to repair nerve connections for patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) using red and near-infrared light. The light therapy […]
RapidAI’s AngioFlow imaging solution gains FDA 510(k) clearance
The FDA-cleared module is expected to streamline operations and add financial value. Credit: TippaPatt/Shutterstock.com. RapidAI has secured 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its AngioFlow perfusion imaging solution. The AngioFlow by RapidAI technology facilitates clinical decision-making during neuro-interventional procedures by providing qualitative perfusion maps that indicate ischemic changes in the […]
Vesica Health rolls out new test for bladder cancer detection
The AssureMDx test can evaluate the presence of specific DNA biomarkers which are related to bladder cancer. Credit: mi_viri/Shutterstock.com. Vesica Health has introduced AssureMDx test, a non-invasive urine-based DNA test for improving bladder cancer detection in hematuria patients. The test is set to offer a significant advancement in the diagnostics of bladder cancer, providing a […]
Smart Meter launches iGlucose Plus for diabetes management
iGlucose Plus features color LED screen for easier viewing of testing instructions and results. Credit: Business Wire/ Smart Meter. Smart Meter, a supplier of cellular remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions, has announced the launch of iGlucose Plus, an advanced version of its patented cellular-connected glucose meter. The new iGlucose Plus is designed to enhance diabetes […]
GE unveils SIGNA MAGNUS for advanced neuroscience
SIGNA MAGNUS integrates GE HealthCare’s latest deep-learning algorithms. Credit: MMD Creative/Shutterstock.com. GE HealthCare has introduced SIGNA MAGNUS, a high-performance, head-only magnetic resonance (MR) scanner for exploring advancements in neuroscience. The system, currently pending 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is poised to revolutionise neuroscience research which has been historically limited by […]