University of Cambridge researchers have developed a sensor made out of plastics that can be used to diagnose or monitor a variety of health conditions like surgical complications or neurodegenerative diseases. The sensor is low-cost and measure the amount of critical metabolites, like lactate or glucose, that are in sweat, tears, saliva or blood. When
Plastic sensor monitors neurodegenerative diseases using critical metabolites
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Medtech stories we missed this week: June 22, 2018
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From Accuray’s India approval to Masimo and PositiveID launching a Bluetooth-enabled thermometer, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth mentioning. 1. India approves Accuray’s Radixact X9 radiation therapy device Accuray announced in a June 21 press release that it has received an Atomic Energy Regulatory Board Type Approval in India
This wireless system powers devices inside the body
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers and Brigham and Women’s Hospital scientists have developed a wireless, ingestible system that can power and communicate with devices that are implanted deep within the body. The researchers suggest that the system could be used to deliver drugs, monitor conditions inside the body or treat diseases by stimulating the brain
Data Sciences International launches inhalation exposure system
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Data Sciences International, a subsidiary of Harvard Bioscience, recently launched a new inhalation and exposure system called the DSI Buxco Inhalation Exposure System. The new inhalation exposure system is designed for ease-of-use for researchers while also giving them flexibility. It features remote sensors and hardware control system that are linked by a microprocessor-based feedback loop.
Medtech stories we missed this week: June 8, 2018
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From Royal Philips receiving FDA clearance to NeuroPace launching its epilepsy treatment device, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth mentioning. 1. FDA clears Philips’s Ingenia Elition 3.0T MR scanner Royal Philips announced in a June 5 press release that it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Ingenia
Medtech stories we missed this week: May 25, 2018
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From Mauna Kea receiving FDA clearance to Medacta getting clearance for its pedicle screw placement guide, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth mentioning. 1. Mauna Kea wins FDA nod for neurosurgery indication Mauna Kea announced in a May 24 press releasethat it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for
Itamar Medical launches cloud-based sleep apnea monitoring system
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Itamar Medical recently launched its cloud-based sleep apnea patient care pathway management tool called SleePath. The system is specifically designed for the cardiology market to help cardiologists monitor patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) sleep apnea management status and the patient’s compliance with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines. Managing sleep apnea effectively is important for improving
This wearable system continuously monitors stomach activity
March 28, 2018 By Leave a Comment
California researchers have created an electrocardiogram-like system for the gastrointestinal tract that monitors electrical activity in the stomach over a 24-hour period. The system is a wearable, non-invasive system that provides GI activity monitoring outside of clinical settings while increasing the chance of identifying abnormal activity. It is a 3D printed portable box that is
Masimo expected to grow through 2025 as it branches out, analyst says
March 16, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Masimo (Nasdaq: MASI) should enjoy growth through the middle of the next decade, thanks to its exploration of opportunities outside its core market that are more driven by hospital automation, according to a new equity research report out of Barclays. Masimo is on track to having 8–10% top-line growth and 12–15% earnings per share growth through
How smartphones can remotely monitor chemotherapy patients
December 27, 2017 By Leave a Comment
University of Pittsburgh research has recently shown that smartphone sensors coupled with a specifically-developed algorithm could detect worsening symptoms in chemotherapy patients. The sensors offer a way for cancer patients to be remotely monitored. The sensors and algorithm can detect objective changes in patient behavior to determine if symptoms are getting worse. Indications of worsening
Medtech stories we missed this week: Oct. 20, 2017
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From InspireMD’s distribution deal to RenalGuard touting a new study, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth a mention. 1. InspireMD inks Chile distribution deal InspireMD announced in an Oct. 12 press release that it has signed a distribution deal with CorpMedical Chile to distribute the MGuard Prime
The 11 most innovative medical devices of 2017
October 20, 2017 By 7 Comments
The nominees for the best medical technology of 2017 were recently announced for the 11th Annual Prix Galien USA Awards. The Galien Foundation, the host of the awards, hands out the the Prix Galien Award annually to examples of outstanding biomedical and technology product achievement designed to improve human condition. Before candidates can qualify for
Medtech stories we missed this week: Oct. 13, 2017
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From Orthocell’s distribution deal to CorNeat unveiling its artificial cornea, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth mentioning. 1. OrthoCell inks Australian distro deal Orthocell announced in an Oct. 10 press release that it has signed a distribution deal with Surgical Specialities. The deal will make Surgical Specialities the
Medtech stories we missed this week: Oct. 6, 2017
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From Intellijoint’s CE Mark to Patrona Medical and Kopis’ new partnership, here are seven medtech stories we missed this week but thought were still worth mentioning. 1. Intellijoint CE Mark for flagship hip navigation Intellijoint surgical announced in an Oct. 4 press release that it has received CE Mark for its Intellijoint HIP System in
Boston Scientific launches third Connected Patient Challenge
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Boston Scientific today announced the launch of its third annual Connected Patient Challenge, which it is holding in collaboration with Google and Medstro. The last competition was about big data, artificial intelligence and patient-engagement technologies. This time around, the competition is offering winners up to $50,000 in services to help them realize their big idea about how
