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    Cardinal Health recalls procedure kits over plastic syringes made in China

    Cardinal listed more than 500 catalog numbers in its recall notice and told customers to remove and discard the syringes.

    By June 24, 2024
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    ONC’s Micky Tripathi on laying the digital floor for healthcare AI

    The agency head discussed ONC’s accomplishments over the past two decades, artificial intelligence opportunities and improving the documentation burden among clinicians.

    By Emily Olsen • June 20, 2024
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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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    FDA official sets out approach to AI in medical devices

    Developing quality assurance practices for AI models should be a priority, said Troy Tazbaz, director of the CDRH’s Digital Health Center of Excellence.

    By June 18, 2024
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    Senators urge CMS to create AI payment pathway

    Uniform reimbursement standards are needed to protect patient access to algorithm-based devices and ensure future innovation, the lawmakers said.

    By June 18, 2024
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    FDA creates transparency principles for AI in medical devices

    The agency worked with regulators in the U.K. and Canada to determine how key information about machine learning-enabled devices should be communicated.

    By June 17, 2024
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    Medtech group updates EtO standard for first time in 25 years

    The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation said the changes incorporate new technologies and address industry challenges.

    By June 14, 2024
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    Teleflex catheter kit recall linked to 31 injuries, 3 deaths

    Teleflex reported 322 complaints about a safety problem that can prevent the balloon from fully inflating.

    By June 14, 2024
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    Philips launches stent system to restore blood flow in blocked veins

    Philips acquired the device as part of its 227 million euro purchase of Vesper Medical in 2022.

    By June 13, 2024
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    J&J wins expanded FDA clearance for knee surgery robot

    Johnson & Johnson has identified Velys as a product that can help it regain market share from rivals such as Stryker.

    By June 10, 2024
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    Abbott wins CE mark for dual-chamber leadless pacemaker

    Abbott sees the device as a product that can help its rhythm management business grow 6% to 7%.

    By June 7, 2024
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    Stronger oversight of AI needed in medical devices, ECRI CEO says

    Marcus Schabacker called for more upfront regulations and postmarket monitoring to better understand how AI features affect patient care.

    By June 5, 2024
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    Lab industry sues to stop FDA’s new LDT rule

    The American Clinical Laboratory Association argues the agency does not have the authority to enforce stricter standards on lab developed tests.

    By May 30, 2024
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    New products take center stage in medtech’s latest earnings season

    From pulsed field ablation devices to Intuitive's latest da Vinci robot, product launches dominated recent earnings calls.

    By May 28, 2024
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    Medline, Chinese manufacturer launch recalls for plastic syringes

    Medline and Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production are at the center of the FDA’s probe of plastic syringes made in China.

    By May 24, 2024
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    FDA panel backs Guardant’s blood test for colon cancer

    “The favorable panel vote does not by any means imply this test will become an overnight success,” wrote William Blair analyst Andrew Brackmann.

    By May 24, 2024
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    UK regulator proposes recognizing overseas medical device approvals

    Companies with authorization in certain regions, including the EU and U.S., would be able to use their approvals to access Great Britain’s market.

    By May 24, 2024
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    Hologic recalls more than 53,000 radiographic markers linked to 71 injuries

    The Biozorb devices are staying on the market, but Hologic has asked people to report adverse events such as pain.

    By May 23, 2024
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    Medicare adviser sets recommendations for diabetes device evidence

     A MEDCAC panel found time in range was an “extremely important” metric, but members were divided on whether quality of life measures should influence coverage.

    By May 22, 2024
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    Guardant colon cancer test struggles to detect non-cancerous tumors, FDA says

    Agency scientists highlighted the risk in materials posted ahead of a Thursday advisory panel meeting for the Guardant Health blood test.

    By May 22, 2024
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    EMA updates advice on drug-device combinations under MDR, IVDR

    The European Medicines Agency answered six new questions to clarify topics such as how companies can get advice on borderline products.

    By May 22, 2024
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    UK backs use of cancer treatment offered by Boston Scientific

    A Boston Scientific executive said the guidance will expand access to a minimally invasive treatment for tumors that have metastasized to the liver.

    By May 20, 2024
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    FDA issues import alerts against 2 more plastic syringe manufacturers

    Officials moved to stop the plastic syringes made by two Chinese manufacturers from entering the U.S. after finding quality system failings.

    By May 17, 2024
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    BD wins FDA approval for cervical cancer screening self-collection kit

    Patients can self-collect the samples in locations such as retail pharmacies, which could encourage more people to get tested.

    By May 17, 2024
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    Getinge to limit US sales of heart devices after FDA safety warning

    CEO Mattias Perjos said the action will have “some negative financial impact,” but the total effect will depend on customers' response.

    By May 16, 2024
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    US hikes tariffs on medical products from China

    The rate increases will apply to equipment including syringes, face masks and surgical gloves.

    By Updated May 14, 2024