Medical Devices: Page 6

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    Medtronic, GE HealthCare expand patient monitoring alliance

    Expanding the long-running partnership will bring Medtronic technologies, such as the Nellcor pulse oximetry product, to more healthcare settings.

    By • March 4, 2026
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    Fresenius Kabi recalls Ivenix infusion pumps over software problem

    Fresenius has issued a software release to address issues that could interrupt treatment with its Ivenix large volume pumps.

    By • March 3, 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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    Boston Scientific gets Farapulse label expansion in Europe

    With CE mark approval, the pulsed field ablation procedure becomes available to treat patients in Europe with persistent atrial fibrillation.

    By • March 3, 2026
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    FDA warns insulin infusion set maker Unomedical over leaks, mishandled complaints

    Unomedical, which supplies diabetes tech firms including Medtronic, Tandem Diabetes Care and Beta Bionics, received more than 5,000 complaints about leaking infusion sets between 2023 and 2025.

    By • March 2, 2026
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    Abbott wins FDA approval for updated heart failure monitoring device

    The company redesigned the reader to fit in a carry-on suitcase and be easier to use day to day.

    By • March 2, 2026
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    Trump administration targets DME suppliers in fraud crackdown

    The government plans a six-month moratorium on supplier enrollment in the Medicare program to find ways to stop what it called “longstanding instances of fraud, waste, and abuse” by certain companies.

    By • Feb. 27, 2026
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    UFP Technologies investigating cyberattack that impacted company data

    The medical device maker warned of short-term shipment delays, but does not see a material impact.

    By David Jones • Feb. 27, 2026
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    GE HealthCare forms 10-year imaging alliance with UCSF Health

    The partnership covers the implementation of remote scanning and workforce development.

    By • Feb. 27, 2026
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    Medtech M&A starts off strong in 2026

    The latest deals include Stryker’s purchase of Amplitude Vascular Systems and Roche’s plans to buy PathAI for up to $1.05 billion.

    By • Updated May 14, 2026
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    FDA warns Beta Bionics on unreported complaints, insulin pump changes

    The Food and Drug Administration warning letter detailed unreported low blood sugar and a software change to correct for delayed glucose readings.

    By • Feb. 26, 2026
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    FDA posts early alert for safety issue with Impella heart pump devices

    The cassettes have an increased risk of purge leaks that can lead to the loss of hemodynamic support.

    By • Feb. 26, 2026
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    Quantum Surgical buys J&J’s NeuWave

    Quantum, developer of the Epione robotic platform for cancer treatment, said the acquisition supports its strategy of reducing cancer mortality through robot-assisted tumor ablation.

    By • Feb. 25, 2026
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    AdvaMed names Jake Leach as chair of diabetes sector

    The Dexcom CEO will lead the lobbying group’s sector representing diabetes tech companies around the world.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    Medtronic’s MiniMed prices IPO at up to $784M

    The diabetes spinoff plans to offer 28 million shares at $25 to $28 each.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    AdvaMed urges tailored tariff approach for medtech

    CEO Scott Whitaker said the medtech lobbying group stands ready to work with President Donald Trump to address trade imbalances by confronting unfair foreign practices in the sector.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    Medtronic to cut 81 employees at California diabetes site

    As Medtronic prepares to spin out its diabetes business, a spokesperson said the company is considering the structure, capabilities and scale needed to succeed.

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
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    Medtronic’s blood pressure device wins coverage nod in Japan

    Medtronic is investing in the rollout of the Symplicity Spyral renal denervation procedure, including hiring for new market development roles, CEO Geoff Martha said on an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
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    Senseonics launches automated insulin dosing system with 1-year CGM

    The company has integrated its Eversense 365 implant with Sequel Med Tech’s insulin delivery system to automate the management of Type 1 diabetes. 

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
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    FDA issues early alert on Trividia glucometer issue linked to 114 injuries

    Users may receive an error code either due to a test strip error or a very high blood glucose event, Trividia Health said.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Apple Watch’s hypertension feature may miss some cases, researchers find

    The absence of an alert provides limited reassurance, particularly for older adults or people with an elevated risk of high blood pressure, according to the study’s authors. 

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Medline addresses bed fire risk linked to death

    The FDA said hand pendants and cords may overheat, causing the devices to spark, burn, melt, smoke and catch fire.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Medtronic nets FDA clearance for robotic spine system

    Called Stealth AXiS, the surgical system builds on Medtronic’s Mazor robotic platform, as the medical device maker takes market share in the $15 billion cranial and spinal technologies sector.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Danaher to buy Masimo for $9.9B to boost diagnostics portfolio

    Masimo’s board considered other potential partners before determining Danaher was an “ideal fit,” executives at the patient monitoring company said.

    By • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Dexcom seeks expanded Medicare coverage of CGMs for Type 2 diabetes

    New CEO Jake Leach said the company plans a trial readout in mid-2026 to support coverage of its glucose sensors in Type 2 users who don’t take insulin.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Siemens Healthineers, Mayo Clinic partner on neurodegenerative disease, cancer

    An expanded collaboration between the two organizations will focus on prostate cancer and metastatic liver tumors, in addition to certain neurological disorders.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026