Spinal device company K2M has introduced new MESA spinal systems and SERENGETI minimally invasive retractor systems. Featuring Zero-Torque technology, the MESA systems apply zero torsional loads, or twisting forces to the spine when ...
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ECA Medical Instruments has launched new single-procedure torque-limiting surgical instruments and kits for orthopaedic surgeons. The new surgical instruments, Model 900 series, are made of engineered polymers and surgical stainless steel ...
Precision Spine, the parent company of Spinal USA, has announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the Slimplicity solo anterior cervical plate system. The Spinal USA's Slimplicity new anterior cervical plate system, which consists of one and two ...
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Medtronic has announced the US launch of the ACD instrument set, designed for implanting the BRYAN cervical disc system. The FDA-approved instrument is designed for the treatment of single-level cervical disc disease (radiculopathy and/or ...
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(K) approval to KFx Medical's AppianFx Tissue Fixation Anchor. The 5mm AppianFx Tissue Fixation Anchor is designed to reattach tissue to bone in foot and ankle procedures. Seaview ...
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Integra LifeSciences, a provider of orthopedic devices, has launched IPP-ON PIP Fusion system for the treatment of hammertoe deformity. The IPP-ON PIP system, a one-piece, stainless steel interphalangeal fusion device, is indicated for ...
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K2M, a developer of spinal solutions, has introduced its MESA Small Stature Spinal system. The MESA is a 4.5 mm pedicle screw system which utilizes Zero-Torque Technology to apply zero torsional loads, or twisting forces, to the spine ...
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Sectra has entered into a non-exclusive partnership agreement with a provider of musculoskeletal care products, Zimmer. The agreement will allow Zimmer's European customers to gain access to Sectra's online 2D pre-operative planning ...
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Tornier has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase OrthoHelix Surgical Designs for $135m. OrthoHelix is involved in developing specialty implantable screw and plate systems including MaxLock Extreme, featuring proprietary ...
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TranS1 has completed first head-to-head retrospective study, designed for comparing its proprietary AxiaLIF pre-sacral interbody fusion procedure to Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF). The trial has enrolled 48 patients in each arm ...
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Ethicon has introduced a new portfolio of knotless tissue control devices to provide multiple clinical advantages for surgeons in wound closing. The STRATAFIX devices, which have more points of fixation than traditional sutures, ...
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MedMal Direct Insurance has named David Kroupa as its new vice president of sales for the company, who will oversee the development, management and execution of the medical malpractice insurance sales strategies. MedMal Direct chief ...
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US-based Trovagene has developed a urine-based molecular diagnostic test to detect and monitor cancer mutations. The test quantitatively detects KRAS mutations in transrenal DNA,which may be originated from both normal and diseased cells. ...
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Mobius Therapeutics, an ophthalmic company, has begun commercial shipments of Mitosol (mitomycin for solution) kit for ophthalmic use. Mitosol will provide a new system for delivering a precise dose of its active ingredient, mitomycin-c, ...
L-MED has entered into a new three year agreement to distribute Misonix's SonaStar ultrasonic surgical aspirator and the BoneScalpel ultrasonic bone cutter. Under the agreement, L-MED gained rights to sell SonaStar aspirator and the ...
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