Not so fast, Wright and Tornier. U.S. regulatory agencies want a few matters cleared up before deciding whether to approve the proposed $3.3 billion merger of U.S. bone-implant maker Wright Medical Group Inc. with Dutch orthopedic ...
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Veniti has announced that patients in the EU were successfully treated for symptomatic venous outflow obstruction of the lower extremities with the Veniti Vici venous stent system. These procedures mark the first uses in patients of this ...
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The notion that some people can be overweight or obese and still remain healthy is a myth, according to a new Canadian study. Even without high blood pressure, diabetes or other metabolic issues, overweight and obese people have higher ...
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Medtronic, a US-based manufacturer of implantable heart-rhythm devices, has obtained the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the Complete SE (self-expanding) vascular stent for use in superficial femoral artery (SFA) and ...
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Clinics are flooding all over the market however, only few Podtriatric clinics can be found. The importance of knowing any podiatric clinic for any emergencies that can happen anytime. There are certain foot problems that are arising every ...
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Medtronic has submitted its first pre-market approval (PMA) module to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the IN.PACT Admiral drug-eluting balloon designed to treat atherosclerotic lesions in the superficial femoral artery ...
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Everlast and ECORE Commercial Flooring are proud to introduce Terf, a turf product that transforms regular spaces into high-performing sports and fitness venues. Designed for indoor sport and agility use and spike resistant, Everlast ...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Biolase's WaterLase iPlus all-tissue laser for soft-tissue procedures in orthopedic and podiatric surgery as a surgical instrument. The iPlus has been cleared for incision, excision, ...
Tags: Podiatric Surgeries, Medicine
Florida-based discount medical plan organization Clinica Venamer has installed Esaote North America's open, non-claustrophobic musculoskeletal G-scan Brio MRI system at its facility in Coral Way, Miami, US. The installation of the G-scan ...
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Medtronic has received CE mark approval for its Complete SE vascular stent for use in lower extremities, including superficial femoral arteries (SFA) and proximal popliteal arteries (PPA), which supply blood to the legs. The ...
The latest line of Opedix joint and knee support compression apparel is designed to improve athletic performance by enhancing knee and hip joint function. Opedix tights are scientifically engineered to reduce quadriceps muscle fatigue and ...
Medtronic has completed enrolling patients in a clinical trial of its Amphirion drug-eluting balloon, designed to treat critical limb ischemia. The CE-marked Amphirion drug-eluting balloon features proprietary FreePac proprietary ...
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Covidien has reported final 12-month results from Determination of Effectiveness of SilverHawk / TurboHawk Peripheral Plaque Excision Systems for the Treatment of Infrainguinal Vessels/Lower Extremities (DEFINITIVE LE ) trial. The ...
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Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) has selected EOS imaging's low-dose 2D/3D imaging system for use in its orthopedic clinics. The EOS imaging system, which delivers less radiation dose than basic CT scans, provides full-body 2D and ...
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Boston Scientific has entered into a definitive agreement to buy all the assets of Vessix Vascular for an upfront payment of $125m. Under the acquisition, Vessix Vascular will be integrated into Boston Scientific's peripheral ...