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Prexion receives FDA approval for Eclipse 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography Dental Scanner

Today, Prexion, Inc. announced FDA approval of the The Eclipse 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography Dental Scanner.

8 May 2013

WHOI deploys new robotic sensor in Gulf of Maine coastal waters to monitor HABs

A new robotic sensor deployed by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Gulf of Maine coastal waters may transform the way red tides or harmful algal blooms are monitored and managed in New England.

8 May 2013

New version of FRAX now available for 53 countries

An increasing number of physicians around the world are using FRAX-, a scientifically validated online fracture-risk calculator that has been developed by the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Metabolic Bone Diseases at the University of Sheffield, UK.

8 May 2013

$Study shows VATS-LCSD can help children with refractory cardiac arrhythmias$

Study shows VATS-LCSD can help children with refractory cardiac arrhythmias

Inherited ventricular arrhythmias are an important cause of morbidity and sudden cardiac death in children who have structurally normal hearts. Despite conventional medical therapy, some of these children remain symptomatic with recurrent life-threatening arrhythmias, syncope, or frequent discharges from implantable cardioverter defibrillators.

8 May 2013

Brain scan studies may provide clues about how the device improves depression

For nearly a decade, doctors have used an implanted electronic stimulator to treat severe depression in people who don't respond to standard antidepressant therapy.

8 May 2013

BIOTRONIK receives FDA approval for ICD/CRT-D series

BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardiovascular medical technology, announced that the Food and Drug Administration granted approval for its Ilesto 7 implantable cardioverter-defibrillator/cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator series.

8 May 2013

Advances in lung cancer treatment have major impact on short- and long-term outcomes

The American College of Chest Physicians third edition of evidence-based lung cancer guidelines, Diagnosis and Management of Lung Cancer, 3rd ed: American College of Chest Physicians Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines, recommends offering low-dose computed tomography scanning for lung cancer screening to people with a significant risk of lung cancer due to age and smoking history.

8 May 2013

Handheld ultrasound device from Signostics receives 510K clearance from the FDA

Handheld ultrasound device manufacturer Signostics has received a major boost with 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market its new Signos RT to the lucrative American market.

7 May 2013

Cost-effective endoscopic system for urological procedures launched by Cook Medical

A new, cost-effective endoscopic option is now available to urologists. Physicians can use the Flexor® Vue™ Deflecting Endoscopic System during urological procedures to access and visualize body cavities or organs.

7 May 2013

ECMO can be used on neonates with severe respiratory failure until lung transplantation, say scientists

Adults with end-stage respiratory failure and pulmonary hypertension requiring ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) have been "bridged" toward lung transplantation with novel lung assist devices such as the Novalung.

7 May 2013

Biomedical engineers grow 3D human heart muscle that acts just like natural tissue

Duke University biomedical engineers have grown three-dimensional human heart muscle that acts just like natural tissue. This advancement could be important in treating heart attack patients or in serving as a platform for testing new heart disease medicines.

7 May 2013

AADA urges FDA to prohibit the use and sale of indoor tanning devices for minors

The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) is pleased that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed changes to its regulation of tanning beds, including a strong recommendation against the use of tanning beds by minors under the age of 18.

7 May 2013

New controllable light filter for preterm incubators considerably blocks undesirable light wavelengths

Preterm infants appear to mature better if they are shielded from most wavelengths of visible light, from violet to orange. But it has been a challenge to develop a controllable light filter for preterm incubators that can switch between blocking out all light--for sleeping--and all but red light to allows medical staff and parents to check up on the kids when they're awake.

7 May 2013

Kinase inhibitors: an interview with Jan Hoflack, CSO of Oncodesign

Kinase inhibitors are molecules that block the activity of kinases. Kinases are a specific class of enzymes. They are extremely important in signal transduction processes in the human body meaning that they actually regulate most of the physiological processes that take place in the body.

7 May 2013

UNMC to participate in the PathCentral Pathology Network

PathCentral (www.pathcentral.net), a technology-enabled company dedicated to the success of the international pathology community, and the Department of Pathology and Microbiology at University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), today announced that UNMC will participate in the PathCentral Pathology Network (www.pathcentralpro.net), the specialty's most comprehensive online information exchange and digital consultation forum.

7 May 2013

Implantation of new mechanical heart valve reduces anticoagulation therapy in AVR patients

For more than 40 years, patients under 65 years of age requiring heart valve replacement have had to choose between a mechanical valve that offers life-long durability but requires aggressive warfarin anticoagulation or a biological (cow or pig) valve that will wear out in 10-20 years but does not require anticoagulation.

7 May 2013

New Process Analytical Technology for pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing industries

Process Analytical Technology (PAT) is quickly becoming an integral component in the pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing industries. Utilizing a low latency network of powerful chemometric instruments, multivariate data analysis software, process control tools, and a central SQL database, PAT provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies an edge over their competitors.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 7 May 2013

Toshiba offers InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray system for EP procedures

Electrophysiology (EP) clinical teams require a unique set of technologies to perform accurate and safe exams. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. offers these clinicians an InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray system tailored for EP procedures with a new package of features, accessories and technologies. This package maximizes room utilization, improves workflow and enhances safety.

7 May 2013

Minimal dose computed tomography better at detecting new or recurrent lung cancer

Lung cancer is associated with very high mortality, in part because it is hard to detect at early stages, but also because it can recur frequently after surgical removal.

7 May 2013

New device extracts human DNA more quickly and efficiently

Take a swab of saliva from your mouth and within minutes your DNA could be ready for analysis and genome sequencing with the help of a new device.

7 May 2013

Device / Technology News

Prexion receives FDA approval for Eclipse 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography Dental Scanner

WHOI deploys new robotic sensor in Gulf of Maine coastal waters to monitor HABs

New version of FRAX now available for 53 countries

Study shows VATS-LCSD can help children with refractory cardiac arrhythmias

Brain scan studies may provide clues about how the device improves depression

BIOTRONIK receives FDA approval for ICD/CRT-D series

Advances in lung cancer treatment have major impact on short- and long-term outcomes

Handheld ultrasound device from Signostics receives 510K clearance from the FDA

Cost-effective endoscopic system for urological procedures launched by Cook Medical

ECMO can be used on neonates with severe respiratory failure until lung transplantation, say scientists

Biomedical engineers grow 3D human heart muscle that acts just like natural tissue

AADA urges FDA to prohibit the use and sale of indoor tanning devices for minors

New controllable light filter for preterm incubators considerably blocks undesirable light wavelengths

Kinase inhibitors: an interview with Jan Hoflack, CSO of Oncodesign

UNMC to participate in the PathCentral Pathology Network

Implantation of new mechanical heart valve reduces anticoagulation therapy in AVR patients

New Process Analytical Technology for pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing industries

Toshiba offers InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray system for EP procedures

Minimal dose computed tomography better at detecting new or recurrent lung cancer

New device extracts human DNA more quickly and efficiently

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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