Vascular & Endovascular

This channel includes news on non-coronary vascular disease and therapies. These include peripheral artery disease (PAD), abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysm (AAA and TAA), aortic dissection, pulmonary embolism (PE), critical limb ischemia (CLI), carotid artery and stroke interventions, venous interventions, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and interventional radiology therapies. The focus on most of these therapies is minimally invasive, catheter-based procedures performed in a cath lab.

IV fluids recalled over possible contamination—patients face risk of vascular complications
Particulate matter may be present in certain 1-liter containers of B. Braun Medical's Lactated Ringer's Injections. If this enters a patient's circulatory system, it could lead to a series of adverse events.
FDA warns public about vascular device after 3 deaths
The FDA is still investigating this issue. For now, the agency recommends considering alternative treatment options when possible.
Abbott gains FDA clearance, CE mark approval for AI-powered imaging platform
Ultreon 3.0 was built to capture and evaluate OCT images, providing real-time guidance during complex PCI procedures.
Medtronic leads $100M investment in artery denervation company
Pulnovo Medical, a global medtech company, plans on using the funds for clinical development, regulatory submissions, commercialization and much more.
FDA clears next-gen hybrid system for intravascular imaging
Conavi Medical's new hybrid imaging system simultaneously performs IVUS and OCT.

IV fluids recalled over possible contamination—patients face risk of vascular complications

Particulate matter may be present in certain 1-liter containers of B. Braun Medical's Lactated Ringer's Injections. If this enters a patient's circulatory system, it could lead to a series of adverse events.

FDA warns public about vascular device after 3 deaths

The FDA is still investigating this issue. For now, the agency recommends considering alternative treatment options when possible.

Abbott gains FDA clearance, CE mark approval for AI-powered imaging platform

Ultreon 3.0 was built to capture and evaluate OCT images, providing real-time guidance during complex PCI procedures.

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Medtronic leads $100M investment in artery denervation company

Pulnovo Medical, a global medtech company, plans on using the funds for clinical development, regulatory submissions, commercialization and much more.

FDA clears next-gen hybrid system for intravascular imaging

Conavi Medical's new hybrid imaging system simultaneously performs IVUS and OCT.

Stereotaxis to acquire robotic PCI company Robocath for up to $45M

The deal includes an upfront payment of $20 million. Stereotaxis could pay up to an additional $25 million if certain regulatory and commercial milestones are met.

Stryker enters competitive IVL space with acquisition of Amplitude Vascular Systems

Stryker, one of the world’s largest medtech companies, has agreed to acquire a rising name in the field of intravascular lithotripsy.

FDA shares warning about cath lab procedure kits due to risk of patient injury

The syringes included in several convenience kits should not be used due to a safety risk linked to multiple injuries.