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Ventrax™: A New Era in VT Ablation

Summary Merit Medical has launched Ventrax™, a groundbreaking delivery system designed to revolutionize ventricular tachycardia (VT) ablation procedures. This all-in-one system streamlines retrograde aortic access, offering a more efficient and potentially safer approach for physicians. […]

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Single-Port Robotic Stapler Breakthrough

Summary The FDA has cleared the first stapler designed for single-port robotic surgery, a significant advancement for minimally invasive procedures. This new technology allows surgeons greater control and efficiency, potentially reducing operating time and improving […]

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Parkinson’s Protein Fuels Melanoma

Summary New research reveals that alpha-synuclein, a protein linked to Parkinson’s disease, unexpectedly drives melanoma skin cancer. This discovery illuminates the complex relationship between neurological disorders and cancer, offering potential new therapeutic avenues for both. […]

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Elixir Launches IVL System

Summary Elixir Medical has launched its innovative LithiX™ Hertz Contact IVL System in Europe. This mechanical system uses focal stress points to fracture calcium in blood vessels, paving the way for more effective treatment of […]

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Gene’s Impact on Alzheimer’s

Summary New research suggests the PLXNB1 gene influences Alzheimer’s plaque size and toxicity, potentially offering new treatment avenues. This discovery sheds light on the role of glial cells in plaque formation and brain inflammation. Further […]

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ZEISS INTRABEAM 700: Robotic Precision

Summary The FDA has cleared ZEISS’s INTRABEAM 700, a robotic-assisted radiation therapy platform for neurooncology and breast cancer. This innovative system offers enhanced precision, streamlined workflows, and seamless connectivity, potentially revolutionizing cancer treatment. The platform’s […]

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Ultrasound Sees Cells

Summary Physicists develop groundbreaking ultrasound microscopy technique to visualize capillaries and cells in living organs, opening new possibilities for medical diagnoses and treatments. TrueNAS by Esdebe: healthcare data storage that delivers value without sacrificing security. […]

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Enovis Appoints New CEO

Summary Damien McDonald takes the helm at Enovis, succeeding Matt Trerotola. McDonald brings extensive medical device experience, previously serving as CEO of LivaNova. Enovis reaffirms its Q1 2025 financial guidance amid the leadership transition. Join […]