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FTC proposes updates to merger review that could slow healthcare dealmaking
A new rule proposed by antitrust regulators would ask companies to provide additional information about planned mergers to help the Federal Trade Commission keep pace with increased deal volume and complexity.
By Emily Olsen • June 28, 2023 -
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Teleflex recall of separating vascular catheters labeled Class I event
The company began the recall in May after receiving 83 complaints, including 18 reports of injuries, related to the fault.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 28, 2023 -
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TrendlineNew 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.
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Proposed EtO limits garner criticism from device industry, praise from occupational health groups
Lobbyists representing medical device companies say the proposed policy would reduce capacity at commercial sterilizers by as much as 50%.
By Elise Reuter • June 27, 2023 -
CMS proposes pathway to earlier breakthrough device coverage
The voluntary plan would allow manufacturers to address evidence gaps through studies designed to answer specific questions.
By Susan Kelly • Updated June 23, 2023 -
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Owlet receives FDA clearance for prescription pulse oximetry baby sock
Clearance of the new system settles a controversy that began last year when Owl sold a similar pulse oximetry device over the counter, but was ordered to pull it from sale and seek regulatory approval as a medical device.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 22, 2023 -
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OpinionProposed breast cancer screening recommendations don’t go far enough
A proposal by a government-sponsored task force calling for a 24-month spacing between mammograms fails to address the latest research and may further exacerbate disparities and mortality outcomes, argues Henry Izawa, head of FujiFilm Healthcare Americas.
By Henry Izawa • June 21, 2023 -
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OpinionThe importance of trust in AI as a medical device
Building trust with patients, as well as regulators, will be key to the adoption of AI in medical devices and diagnostics, argues Alison Dennis, a London-based partner with law firm Taylor Wessing.
By Alison Dennis • June 15, 2023 -
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Huma hails 510(k) clearance as boost to digital health product development
The clearance permits Huma to host digital health tools from multiple creators that support screening, diagnosis, dosing recommendations and clinical decisions.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 13, 2023 -
EPA’s proposed ethylene oxide regulations may cost sterilizers more than estimated: Moody’s
Large commercial sterilizers should be able to handle the increased costs, but smaller companies might have to sell, Moody’s analysts write.
By Elise Reuter • June 9, 2023 -
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Cue Health wins first non-emergency authorization for COVID test, days after Goldman downgrade
The FDA’s marketing authorization for Cue’s COVID-19 molecular test could boost consumer access, but the company faces strong competition from more established diagnostic firms.
By Peter Green • June 7, 2023 -
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FDA: iRhythm targeted heart monitor at ‘high-risk’ patients without seeking clearance
William Blair analysts believe “customers are unlikely to change their usage of Zio AT [heart monitors] over time, making this a resolvable issue.”
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 7, 2023 -
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Abiomed heart pump recall labeled Class I by FDA, no deaths reported
The recall, tied to specific sets of the Impella 5.5 with SmartAssist, comes just months after Johnson & Johnson paid $16.6 billion for Abiomed.
By Peter Green • Updated June 5, 2023 -
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AdvaMed lobbies for medtech companies to be prioritized in global supply chain
The medtech trade group published a white paper outlining supply chain improvements needed to ensure availability of materials and parts for medical devices.
By Elise Reuter • June 2, 2023 -
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FDA hits iRhythm with warning letter over problems at heart monitor facility
iRhythm can continue to manufacture and sell its products and does not expect the warning letter to materially affect its financial results.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 1, 2023 -
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Patient advocacy groups urge FDA to regulate lab-developed tests if VALID Act doesn’t pass
Legislation has been proposed in Congress to bring diagnostic tests under a single regulatory framework, but if it doesn’t pass, the FDA has authority to regulate lab-developed tests, the groups said.
By Elise Reuter • May 31, 2023 -
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MedTech Europe sets out position on cybersecurity, making case for reliance on MDR
As the number of connected medical devices grows, the industry group argues that Europe’s new medtech regulations should remain “the primary avenue” for medical device cybersecurity.
By Nick Paul Taylor • Updated June 12, 2023 -
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Illumina accused of ‘playing delay tactics’ to push back EU decision on divesting Grail: Financial Times
Delaying the decision to divest Grail could let Illumina sell the liquid biopsy business when the market is more favorable.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 30, 2023 -
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Q&AFriday Q&A: Stanford Biodesign’s Makower on expediting Medicare coverage for breakthrough devices
The director and co-founder of the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign has been urging CMS to get patients access to breakthrough devices.
By Susan Kelly • Updated May 26, 2023 -
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Boston Scientific cancels $230M stent deal after regulators erect barriers to acquisition
The Federal Trade Commission said Boston Scientific took the action in response to investigations by its staff and overseas enforcement partners.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 26, 2023 -
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FDA teams with Veterans Health Administration to make medtech supply chains more resilient
Rather than amassing reserves of physical supplies, “digital stockpiles” would create a network of trusted suppliers that have the ability to make products at or near the point of use.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 24, 2023 -
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Beta Bionics wins FDA nod to challenge Medtronic for automated insulin pump market
Beta Bionics’ device, aimed at people with Type 1 diabetes, has eliminated most of the data entry required by competitors.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 22, 2023 -
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Thermo Fisher gets FDA clearance for first blood test of severe preeclampsia risk
A study found the test is a better predictor of the risk of developing preeclampsia with severe features than standard clinical measures.
By Nick Paul Taylor • May 22, 2023 -
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FTC moves to strengthen Health Breach Notification Rule’s applicability to digital health apps
Regulators are increasingly leaning on the HBNR to crack down on the sharing of sensitive medical data, and the FTC is looking to strengthen its case.
By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • May 18, 2023 -
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Rapid AI adoption could cause medical errors, patient harm, WHO warns, urging oversight
Warning that caution is not being exercised with use of artificial intelligence in healthcare, the World Health Organization called for rigorous oversight of the new technology.
By Susan Kelly • May 17, 2023 -
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Abbott wins FDA spinal cord stimulation approval to challenge Nevro for back pain market
The label expansion comes 16 months after Nevro won FDA approval in non-surgical refractory back pain and four months after Boston Scientific released data on its rival device.
By Nick Paul Taylor • Updated May 17, 2023
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