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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.
US Startup BioVigil to Improve Hand Hygiene Compliance in Hospitals
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), failure to wash hands regularly contributes to the spread of infections affecting 1 in 31 hospital patients each day. With this monitoring system, HAIs are expected to decrease by 83%.
First Patient Outside of the U.S. Is Treated with Tria Polymer Surgical Heart Valve
The TRIA polymer surical mitral heart valve is designed specifically to accommodate the anatomy and pressures of the mitral position. It combines the company’s proprietary polymer – LifePolymer™ – with an innovative valve design intended to resist calcification, withstand stresses and strains without failure, and restore patient quality of life without lifelong use of anticoagulants.
Peija Medical Announces 1st Chinese Patient Implanted with TaurusTrio™ Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement System
"We are pleased to have safely implanted the first patient in China with the TaurusTrio™ TAVR System," said Dr. Yi Zhang, Chief Executive Officer of Peija Medical. "The trial reinforces our goals of improving care in the field of cardiology and expanding TAVR systems within China. We are looking forward to our continued partnership with American company, JenaValve and presenting further data from the clinical trial at a future date."
MDoloris Announces Development of the World’s 1s Closed Loop Peri-operative Analgesia System
Dr. Matthieu Jeanne, Ph.D., Chief of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Burn Treatment Center, principal investigator of the prospective randomized clinical validation study said, "This world first is an important step forward for the practice of anesthesia in general. This closed loop is the best companion for the surgeon, the anesthetist, and the patient since all three can be assured that the operation will be carried out in the best conditions of patient comfort and pain control".
Lumendi Achieves Key Milestone with Completion of DiLumen EZ¹ Customer Evaluations, Setting the Stage for the Next Phase of DiLumen Product Innovation
Peter Johann, Chief Executive Officer of Lumendi, noted, "Our products are designed to provide an edge in tackling the complexities of polypectomies, thereby improving patient outcomes and delivering higher curative rates. That said, the positive customer response to the DiLumen EZ is a testament to our commitment, and our ability to deliver transformative solutions for challenging gastrointestinal interventions."
Inspira™ Technologies Receives Certification of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems, Another Step Towards EU Regulatory Approval
Inspira™ Technologies CEO Dagi Ben Noon: “By successfully obtaining this ISO certification, Inspira Technologies has demonstrated adherence of our quality management system to the highest standards, which comply with industry best practices”.
Inspira™ Technologies Receives Certification of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems, Another Step Towards EU Regulatory Approval
Dagi Ben Noon, Inspira Technologies™ Chief Executive Officer, stated: "By successfully obtaining this ISO certification, Inspira Technologies has demonstrated adherence of our quality management system to the highest standards, which comply with industry best practices".
Arnold Offers Thin-Rolled Titanium Foils and Alloys in a Broad Range of Thicknesses, Widths and Grades for Medical Devices
Arnold offers thin cold-rolled titanium in a variety of CP Grades and alloys and an exceptionally broad range of thicknesses and widths for many applications, including medical devices, that require a strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant, biocompatible material that is highly workable, ductile, and weldable.
UroMems Announces First-Ever Smart Artificial Urinary Sphincter Implant in a Female Patient
This milestone indicates a new era for millions of women suffering from SUI, and results of this clinical study will contribute to the design and implementation of UroMems' pivotal clinical trial in Europe and the U.S.