Medical Devices

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    J&J, Medtronic back CereVasc’s $85M funding round

    CereVasc is developing a minimally invasive treatment for the buildup of fluid in the brain.

    By • June 5, 2026
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    Olympus’ Keith Boettiger on robotic GI surgery push

    Keith Boettiger, head of Olympus’ gastrointestinal solutions division, delves into the endoscopy leader’s endoluminal robotics strategy.

    By • June 5, 2026
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    New medical devices are reshaping the medtech industry

    From pulsed field ablation devices to glucose sensors and surgical robotics, new medical technologies are transforming patient care and how people manage their health.

    By MedTech Dive staff
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    Dexcom buys Nutrisense; Insulet rolls out patch pump update

    In the lead-up to the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions, Dexcom announced an acquisition and Insulet improved the software for its latest patch pump.

    By • June 5, 2026
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    Deep Dive

    Diabetes tech companies are racing toward ‘fully closed loop’ devices. But automation comes with trade-offs.

    Insulet, MiniMed and Tandem Diabetes Care are all working on systems to take meal announcements out of diabetes management.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    Medtronic seeks clearance for Hugo surgical robot in more indications

    Securing 510(k) authorization would position Medtronic to compete with Intuitive in major robotic surgery markets.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    Edwards gets FDA approval for surgical tricuspid valve

    Built specifically to mimic the native tricuspid anatomy, the implant is intended to address an unmet patient need.

    By • June 3, 2026
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    MiniMed expands Abbott partnership to add dual glucose-ketone sensor

    In its first earnings call, the newly independent diabetes tech firm said it was transforming its product portfolio, with plans that include a patch pump and an algorithm that doesn’t require meal announcements.

    By • June 3, 2026
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    Resmed completes $340M Noctrix takeover

    The buyout gives Resmed control of a noninvasive treatment for restless legs syndrome.

    By • June 2, 2026
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    Intuitive elevates Taylor Patton to chief commercial and marketing officer

    Patton’s promotion comes as competition in robotic surgery intensifies, and Intuitive looks to expand its global commercial operations to meet anticipated growth.

    By • June 1, 2026
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    Court overturns Insulet’s $59M trade secret verdict against EOFlow

    The U.S. appeals court ruled that Insulet filed the lawsuit too late, considering when it should have learned of the trade secret concerns.

    By • June 1, 2026
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    California attorney general sues over 23andMe data breach

    The attorney general said the civil penalties could add up to “multiple millions” if the suit is successful.

    By • May 29, 2026
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    J&J recalls Impella heart pumps after patient dies

    Johnson & Johnson asked customers to quarantine and return affected products. A spokesperson said J&J conducted quality system audits as part of its integration of Abiomed that resulted in some field actions.

    By • May 29, 2026
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    Ōura to add blood pressure feature following FDA policy change

    The new wellness tool would alert users to signs of increasing blood pressure. Ōura is studying a separate feature to flag hypertension that would go through the Food and Drug Administration.

    By • May 28, 2026
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    Siemens Healthineers, AiM team up; Procept completes study enrollment

    Siemens Healthineers’ MRI scanners would guide robotic neurosurgeries performed with AiM’s platform. Elsewhere, Procept finished enrollment in a study of its aquablation treatment in prostate cancer.

    By • May 28, 2026
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    Abbott receives CE mark for dual glucose-ketone sensor

    Abbott’s first dual-analyte sensor comes as competitors are working to develop their own versions of the technology.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    Cornerstone earns Europe’s CE mark for surgical robot

    CE mark certification comes after Hong Kong-based Cornerstone Robotics raised $200 million in November to accelerate its global expansion.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    Insulet recalls 7M patch pumps due to leak risk

    The recall is Insulet’s second this year related to tears in the device tubing. So far, 24 serious adverse events have been reported.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    J&J’s DePuy Synthes inks deal to buy orthopedic surgery tech

    The acquisition is the latest in a series of agreements between DePuy Synthes and organizations associated with entrepreneur Stéphane Lavallée.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    Dexcom warns of scrapped glucose sensors being resold

    Dexcom has identified two lots of G7 sensors that have been stolen, sold and used by customers.

    By • Updated May 27, 2026
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    J&J corrects Impella controller over issue linked to 2 injuries, 1 death

    The controller can stop for about 35 seconds, during which time the patient is unsupported by the heart pump.

    By • May 26, 2026
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    Olympus expands in cancer tech with $270M buy of BioProtect

    BioProtect’s balloon spacer device separates the prostate from other structures during cancer radiation.

    By • May 26, 2026
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    Beta Bionics to launch its first insulin patch pump to compete with Insulet

    The device called Mint, which would work with the company’s adaptive insulin dosing algorithm, is expected to debut in the first half of 2027.

    By • May 26, 2026
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    Medtronic to create European software hub in Ireland

    The investment in cardiac digital health will add 85 jobs initially, with more growth expected over the next three years.

    By • May 22, 2026
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    Intuitive readies 100 updates and improvements for da Vinci 5

    Some updates to Intuitive’s surgical robot aim to improve communication between remote and on-site physicians to expand education opportunities.

    By • May 22, 2026
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    Sentante lands Europe’s CE mark for endovascular robot

    The Lithuania-based robotic surgery company is advancing a remote stroke system that was accepted into the FDA’s total product life cycle advisory program earlier this year.

    By • May 21, 2026