New Polyethylene for Knee-Implant System Cleared by FDA
Orthopedic implant and instrument company Exactech announced on Aug. 21 that it has received 510(k) clearance from FDA for its new Activit-E polyethylene (PE) for the Truliant knee-replacement system.
Researchers Use Bioactive Glass to Heal Chronic Wounds
University of Birmingham (United Kingdom) researchers have discovered a promising new way to heal chronic wounds.
Behind the Design of an Automated Artificial Urinary Sphincter Implant
UroActive is powered by a MyoElectroMechanical System that is placed around the urethral duct and is adjustable based on the patient’s activity.
How Medtronic uses nitinol to improve the structure and effectiveness of heart devices
The heart is often one of the most underappreciated aspects of human anatomy, and its atrial appendages are often overlooked even in cardiac anatomy.
Adhesive Bonding Without Traditional Clamping
Adhesive bonding is a popular and proven method fo […]
E-Tattoo Improves Heart Monitoring
A new flexible, wearable medical device could provide a major boost in the fight against heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States.
Catheters: How to Achieve Optimal Hypotube Design
In minimally invasive surgery, the best patient outcome begins with navigating the vasculature safely and smoothly. For catheters utilizing a metal shaft construction, good design begins with a high-performing hypotube.
AI-Enabled Optical Fiber Sensor Device Monitors Brain Injury
People who experience a serious blow to the head, such as during road traffic accidents, can suffer traumatic brain injury (TBI) — a leading cause of death and disability worldwide that can result in long-term difficulties with memory, concentration and solving problems.
Designing for Human Factors Standards
Medical device usability and how to efficiently integrate new regulatory standards into the product development process seems to be on a lot of people’s minds at the moment.
Smart Toilet Seat Wins FDA Nod to Monitor Heart Rate
Casana has developed a unique way of measuring a person’s heart rate and oxygen saturation. The Rochester, NY-based company is measuring a patient’s vitals with its smart toilet, the Heart Seat.
