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Non-Wetting Fabric Drains Sweat
May 21, 2013 10:48 am | by University of California, Davis | CommentsWaterproof fabrics that whisk away sweat could be the latest application of microfluidic technology developed by bioengineers at the University of California, Davis. The new fabric works like human skin, forming excess sweat into droplets that drain away by themselves, said inventor Tingrui Pan, professor of biomedical engineering.
New Data Validates CyberKnife SBRT for Prostate Cancer Treatment
May 21, 2013 8:30 am | by PR Newswire | CommentsSUNNYVALE, Calif., May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Accuray Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARAY), announced today the publication of study results involving hundreds of prostate cancer patients treated with the CyberKnife® Robotic Radiosurgery System, the most widely used form of prostate...
Given Imaging Announces Data Confirming PillCam(R) SB Improves Monitoring and Management of Crohn's Disease
May 21, 2013 4:45 am | by GlobeNewswire | CommentsGiven Imaging, a world leader in specialty GI products and pioneer of capsule endoscopy, today announced new studies that confirm the value of PillCam SB in diagnosing, monitoring and managing patients with known or suspected Crohn's disease and other conditions of the small bowel.
VerrataT Pressure Guide Wire and iFR@ (Instant Wave-Free RatioT) Software Modality will be on display at EuroPCR 2013[1]
May 21, 2013 4:40 am | by The Associated Press | CommentsVolcano Corporation (NASDAQ: VOLC) a leading developer and manufacturer of precision guided therapy tools designed to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of coronary and peripheral vascular disease, today announced that it will demonstrate the VerrataT Pressure Guide Wire and the iFR@ (Instant...
Medtronic Finds TAVI with CoreValve System Cost Effective for Treating Patients with Severe Aortic Stenosis
May 21, 2013 4:06 am | by The Associated Press | CommentsFocused on offering devices that provide both clinical and economic value, Medtronic, Inc. unveiled the results of a cost-effectiveness model comparing transcatheter aortic valve implantation with the CoreValve System to medical management. Presented at EuroPCR 2013, the United Kingdom-based analysis compared the "real world" Medtronic CoreValve ADVANCE study to the medical management cohort of the PARTNER B study.
Teleflex Announces Launch of its Next Generation Vascular Positioning System
May 20, 2013 5:00 pm | by The Associated Press | CommentsLIMERICK, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2013--Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), a leading global provider of medical devices for critical care and surgery, announces the launch of the ARROW ® VPS G4 ™ Device. The ARROW VPS G4 Device is used in conjunction with the disposable ARROW ® VPS ® Stylet....
Given Imaging Announces New European Study Evaluating PillCam(R) COLON versus CT-Colonography in Patients With Incomplete Colonoscopy
May 20, 2013 4:45 pm | by GlobeNewswire | CommentsGiven Imaging Ltd, a world leader in GI medical devices and pioneer of capsule endoscopy, today announced data from several European studies confirming the effectiveness of PillCam COLON in detecting colonic lesions in patients following incomplete colonoscopies and monitoring diverse digestive diseases in both adults and children.
B. Braun Committed To Improving Patient Safety
May 20, 2013 3:00 pm | by PR Newswire | CommentsBETHLEHEM, Pa., May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- B. Braun Medical Inc. (B.Braun) is committed to enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety with products, services and education focused on sharing best clinical practices. B.Braun will feature its innovative Outlook® 400ES...
Wyle Aided System Gets Named to Space Technology Hall of Fame
May 20, 2013 11:15 am | by PR Newswire | CommentsEL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A medical diagnostic technology that experts at Wyle helped perfect for use both in space and on Earth was inducted recently in the Space Technology Hall of Fame. The technology assures high quality, secure handling and transmission of...
Covidien Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Nellcor Pulse Oximetry Motion Claims
May 20, 2013 11:11 am | by Covidien | CommentsCovidien, a leading global provider of healthcare products and recognized innovator in patient monitoring and respiratory care devices, today announced that its Nellcor™ pulse oximetry portfolio, which is used to measure arterial oxygen saturation, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for motion claims.
PENTAX Medical Continues Global Leadership in Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems with Release of the Hi Vision Preirus
May 20, 2013 11:08 am | by PENTAX Medical Company | CommentsPENTAX Medical Company, a healthcare industry leader in endoscopic imaging, recently announced the release of the HI VISION™ Preirus™ ultrasound scanner. PENTAX Medical, in collaboration with Hitachi-Aloka, has had a rich history of introducing ultrasound scanners to the gastroenterology and pulmonary markets that present new possibilities in imaging capabilities.
New Diagnostics Solutions from Welch Allyn to Help Improve Patient Safety, Reduce Risk for Facilities
May 20, 2013 11:05 am | by Welch Allyn | CommentsWelch Allyn, a leading medical diagnostic device company that specializes in helping clinicians improve patient outcomes, will showcase its new FlexiPort® EcoCuffTM blood pressure cuff and EarlySense Vitals Surveillance System at the National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition this week at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, Mass.
Given Imaging Announces New Data Confirming SmartPill Improves Diagnosis and Clinical Management of Patients With Motility Issues
May 20, 2013 11:02 am | by Globe Newswire | CommentsGiven Imaging Ltd, a world leader in GI medical devices and pioneer of capsule endoscopy, has announced several studies confirming an expanded role for SmartPill in diagnosing gastrointestinal motility disorders. All data were presented at Digestive Disease Week taking place May 18 - 21, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL where Given Imaging is exhibiting at booth #1059 throughout the conference.
Biosensors Receives CE Mark Approval for BioMatrix NeoFlex
May 20, 2013 10:54 am | by Biosensors International | CommentsBioMatrix NeoFlex features a new advanced stent delivery system, improving pushability, trackability, and crossability. It also has a lower lesion entry profile than its predecessor. BioMatrix NeoFlex retains the same combination of abluminal biodegradable polymer coating, proprietary limus drug Biolimus A9, and platform that has made the BioMatrix stent family an increasingly popular choice of DES in global markets where available.
EDAP's Ablatherm-HIFU Demonstrates Long Term Efficacy, Durability and Reproducibility With Prospective Fourteen -Year Study
May 20, 2013 10:46 am | by GlobeNewswire | CommentsEDAP TMS SA, the global leader in therapeutic ultrasound, announced today new long term data demonstrating high rates of both cancer-specific and overall survival of patients treated with high-intensity focused ultrasound. The study led by Drs. Sebastien Crouzet and Albert Gelet of Edouard Herriot Hospital, located in Lyon, France evaluated the morbidity and long term oncologic outcomes of primary HIFU therapy for localized prostate cancer.
