Medtronic
GlobalData report identifies leading skin patch players
GlobalData has identified the leading companies in skin patches for healthcare, suggesting that miniaturisation and lower costs of development will result in significant market growth and demand for wearable sensors in the market. Read more
Medtronic issues safety letter over insulin pumps
Medtronic has sent a letter to customers using its MiniMed 600 series insulin pumps, alerting them of a potential safety risk. Read more
Medtronic launches AI endoscopy system to detect colorectal polyps
Medtronic has launched the GI Genius intelligent endoscopy module, a system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect colorectal polyps. It provides physicians with a solution in the fight against colorectal cancer. Read more
Medtronic recalls insulin pumps amid cybersecurity fears
Medtronic is recalling 11 versions of its MiniMed insulin pumps amid fears of cybersecurity risks. Read more
Venture capital firm launches third vehicle of medtech start-up fund
European venture capital firm Sofinnova Partners has launched the start of MD Start III Medtech Acceleration Fund, which has closed at €48 million. Read more
Industry partnerships place Manchester at the heart of digital health transformation
Digital transformation is already bringing tangible benefits for patients in Greater Manchester due to the city-region’s unique characteristics as the perfect testbed for future health applications, reports writer and Guardian contributor Rachel Pugh Read more
Medtronic to acquire Titan Spine
Medtech player Medtronic has announced it will acquire Titan Spine, a privately-held titanium spine interbody implant and surface technology company. Read more
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Medtronic launches insulin pump system for Type 1 diabetes patients
Medtech player Medtronic has launched the MiniMed 670G system, a self-adjusting insulin pump system for patients who have Type 1 diabetes, in the UK. Read more
Medtronic to close operation in Galway
Medical device manufacturer Medtronic is to close its Crospon operation in Galway, the Irish Times reports. Read more
Medtronic works with Manchester organisations on heart failure monitoring service
Around 1,000 patients with heart failure across Greater Manchester will be monitored by a new digitally-enhanced service that will use data from existing implantable devices in a bid to transform care and better meet their needs. Read more
FDA approves smart device for overactive bladder and bowel incontinence treatment
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Medtronic’s InterStimsmart programmer for use with the InsterStim system which provides treatment for an overactive bladder, chronic faecal incontinence and non-obstructive urinary retention. Read more
Medtronic pays $51 million to settle claims of purchased companies
A medtech company has agreed to pay close to $51 million to the US Department of Justice (DOJ) to resolve three separate claims. Read more
Medtronic receives FDA approval for less invasive heart failure device
Medtronic has received FDA approval for a device designed for a less invasive approach for patients with advanced heart failure. Read more
Fitbit eyes the diabetes market with $6m investment in blood sugar monitoring
Consumer fitness brand Fitbit kicked off 2018 with the news that it has made a $6 million investment in Sano, a company developing a patch for monitoring blood sugar. Read more
Medtronic acquires Irish firm Crospon
Medical device company Medtronic has acquired endoscopic diagnostics company Crospon, the Sunday Times has announced. Read more
Medtech companies respond to impact of hurricane Maria
A number of medical manufactures based in Puerto Rico have responded to the impact and damage caused by hurricane Maria. Read more
Hurricane Maria to hit medtech companies on Puerto Rico
A range of high-profile medical manufacturing companies are in direct line of Hurricane Maria, as the storm heads for the island of Puerto Rico. Read more
What’s the potential for bionic prosthetics?
Bionic prosthetics need an open-source business model hinging on affordability, in order to succeed, according to Frost & Sullivan’s TechVision team. Read more
Medtronic backs mixed reality for the future of medtech
A group of University of Dundee students have won studentships with medical technology giant Medtronic after developing new learning tools in augmented reality. Read more
Is digital health enough?
In this article, published in our sister title Medical Plastic News' latest issue, group editor Lu Rahman looks at the potential that digital health holds. Read more
