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MEDICAL DEVICES, TECHNOLOGIES, EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES
The medical device space is growing rapidly as new startups and investments from major players enter the market. Some of the most notable investors in medical devices include venture capital firms such as Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Sequoia Capital, and Accel Partners, as well as large companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Medtronic.
This influx of investment is driving innovation in the medical device space, with new devices and treatments being developed all the time. This growth is also creating opportunities for entrepreneurs, who can now launch their own medical device startups and access funding from major players.
Medtronic Evolut TAVR System Demonstrates Excellent Outcomes in Study of Low-Risk Patients with Bicuspid Aortic Stenosis
The study showed low rates of all-cause mortality or stroke at 30 days (1.3%) with a low rate of serious procedural complications, and no annular rupture or aortic dissection.
Medtronic Statement Regarding New York Times Article on March 29, 2020
Medtronic seeks to provide additional facts regarding the New York Times article entitled “The U.S. Tried to Build a New Fleet of Ventilators. The Mission Failed.”, dated March 29, 2020. The article lacks important information regarding Newport Medical’s contract with the U.S. Government.
Medtronic Launches New Solutions to Help Monitor Patients for COVID-19
It has already launched its new Respiratory Infectious Disease Health Check to existing MCMS customers, and it is now launching a new COVID-19 Virtual Care Evaluation and Monitoring solution available to U.S. health systems, health plans and employers.
GEN2 Pure-Vu System Receives CE Mark Approval
Motus GI is assessing potential strategic partnership opportunities for the Pure-Vu System with established medical device companies and distributors with commercial operations across the EU.
National Ventilator Registry Launched by Phunware
“We have built a data engine that is capable of managing over a billion active devices and four billion daily transactions while generating more than 5 terabytes of data each day,” said Randall Crowder, COO of Phunware.
Team in Toronto and Winnipeg to Begin Production of Medical Scrubs and Patient Gowns
Canada Goose will leverage its manufacturing facilities to begin production of necessary medical scrubs for frontline healthcare workers and patients across Canada in the fight against COVID-19.
KN95 Disposable Masks Now Available on Avenova.com
The KN95 masks are being sold at a price of $59.99 for a package containing 10 masks or $149.99 for a package containing 30 masks. KN95-rated masks are effective at filtering out at least 95% of airborne particles, including microorganisms, dust, pollen and air pollution.
University of Helsinki and IRRAS Will Collaborate to Advance Uses of IRRAflow
IRRAS notes The initial area of focus will be in the treatment of patients suffering from intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH).
Aseptico Announces Availability of Products Suitable for Medical and Civic use for Coronavirus Pandemic
Several of its field dentistry and other products are suitable and available for sale to medical health professionals and other public entities fighting the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.