July 31, 2020 – Olympus (Center Valley, PA) launched the ViziShot 2 25 G needle for Endobronchial Ultrasound Transbronchial Aspiration (EBUS-TBNA). The device is part of the Olympus EBUS Solution which offers a comprehensive solution for diagnosing and staging lung cancer. The Olympus EBUS system is the only solution recommended for both lymph node sampling and peripheral … [Read more...]
Thermo Fisher Scientific launches nProber IV nanoprober platform
July 30, 2020 - Thermo Fisher Scientific (Waltham, MA) released the Thermo Scientific nProber IV nanoprober platform, a fault isolation system used by semiconductor fabs to precisely locate and characterize the nanometer-scale electrical faults that impact device performance and reliability. The nProber IV is the most advanced of Thermo Scientific's leading nProber systems, … [Read more...]
BD launches next-gen microbiology solution for liquid, non-liquid sample processing
July 28, 2020 - BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (Franklin Lakes, NJ) announced it has received CE mark approval for the new BD Kiestra InoqulA system powered by BD Synapsys informatics solution. The BD Kiestra InoqulA is available as a standalone instrument for microbiology labs. The company says the device is “a high throughput solution that offers enhanced workflow … [Read more...]
Masimo introduces new Radius T° to Masimo SafetyNet platform
July 28, 2020 - Masimo (Irvine, CA) announced a significant expansion to the Masimo SafetyNet platform with the introduction of Radius T°, a wearable, wireless sensor that provides continuous body temperature measurements. By augmenting the Masimo SafetyNet with Radius T°, the remote patient management solution becomes capable of tracking four key vital signs – oxygen … [Read more...]
Hillrom signs partnership with Aiva to facilitate voice-enabled clinical workflows
July 28, 2020 - Hillrom (Chicago, IL) announced a new commercial partnership with Aiva, enabling hands-free communication for patients and staff utilizing an in-room voice assistant and Hillrom's Voalte Mobile solution. Hillrom's Voalte system is a mobile clinical communication platform with a comprehensive solution that includes hands-free caregiver-to-caregiver … [Read more...]
Thermo Fisher receives FDA approval for blood test for identifying novel allergic sensitization to red meat
July 23, 2020 - Thermo Fisher Scientific (Boston, MA) announced that the ImmunoCAP Specific IgE alpha-Gal Allergen Component test was cleared by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for in vitro diagnostic use. The company says that the test results can aid specialists and other healthcare providers as they diagnose a patient's sensitization to the alpha-Gal … [Read more...]
Olympus launches new reloadable hemostasis clip for GI Endoscopy
July 23, 2020 - Olympus (Center Valley, PA) announced the commercial availability of its 510(k) cleared EZ Clip endotherapy device, a reloadable and rotatable hemostasis clip designed for bleed control and defect closure during GI endoscopy procedures in which more than one clip is needed. According to the company, the EZ Clip Applicator handle can be reloaded as needed to … [Read more...]
Integra LifeSciences receives FDA clearance for specific neurosurgery indication for CUSA Clarity
July 22, 2020 – Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation (Princeton, NJ) received FDA clearance for a specific indication for neurosurgery for its CUSA Clarity Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator System. Launched in 2017, the CUSA Clarity is the latest addition to the CUSA ultrasonic tissue ablation lineup. Although the CUSA system has been used for over 40 years in … [Read more...]
Hillrom launches new surgical positioning innovations
July 20, 2020 – Hillrom (Chicago, IL) announced the full commercial launch of the PST 500, a precision surgical table, and a highly advanced addition to the Yellofins Stirrups line, Yellofins Apex. The PST 500 is designed to be the foundation of surgical care and features the versatility of a wide range of positions across various surgical applications to help surgical … [Read more...]
Olympus adds HANAROSTENT Esophagus Through the Scope Stent to its EndoTherapy Portfolio
July 17, 2020 – Olympus (Center Valley, PA) has received FDA 510(k) clearance and announced the limited launch of HANAROSTENT Esophagus TTS self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) made by M.I. Tech and now distributed exclusively through Olympus in the U.S. The company says that the “Through The Scope” (TTS) esophageal stent helps to achieve luminal patency in a variety of … [Read more...]