Robot performs first laparoscopic surgery without human help

A robot has performed laparoscopic surgery on the soft tissue of a pig without the guiding hand of a human – a significant step in robotics toward fully automated surgery on humans. Designed by a team of Johns Hopkins University researchers, the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) is described in Science Robotics.

Canon Medical launches Vantage Fortian 1.5T MRI with AI to accelerate workflows

Canon Medical recently unveiled the Vantage Fortian – a new, advanced productivity, open bore 1.5T MRI system. The new system features innovative workflow solutions, image enhancement and accelerated scan technology, which together, can contribute to reducing the time required for MRI procedures.

Philips expands ultrasound portfolio

Philips has expanded its ultrasound portfolio with new imaging tools and features for cardiology to increase diagnostic confidence and workflow efficiency. The company recently unveiled the EPIQ CVx and Affiniti CVx ultrasound platforms, automated analysis, Collaboration Live remote diagnosis and Cardiovascular Workspace – IntelliSpace Cardiovascular – an end-to-end workflow, for a fully integrated experience in […]

Owen Mumford’s novel UniSafe 1mL safety device for pre-filled syringes approved as a combination product in Asia

Owen Mumford Pharmaceutical Services’ UniSafe 1mL safety device for pre-filled syringes has been approved as a combination product in Asia. In Europe regulatory approval has also been granted for UniSafe 1mL and the product is now available as a combination product with a drug for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

TRU-Vu launches rugged new 21.5” monitor

TRU-Vu Monitors, a leading supplier of customizable industrial-grade video monitors, has released a new 21.5” industrial-grade LCD monitor.

Paragonix Technologies launches LIVERguard Donor Liver Preservation System

Paragonix Technologies, the leading provider of donor organ preservation and transport systems, jas launched LIVERguard Donor Liver Preservation System in both the US and Europe, along with the launch of its clinical global registry, GUARDIAN-LIVER (Global Utilization And Registry Database for Improved preservAtion of doNor LIVERs).

GE Healthcare introduces industry-first modular, scalable CT platform

GE Healthcare has unveiled its Revolution Apex platform – an industry first computed tomography (CT) platform with built-in scalability for onsite CT detector upgrades from 40 mm to 80 mm or 160 mm detector coverage – all without replacing the gantry.

Olympus announces first results of its AI-based pathology diagnostic tool for gastric cancer

The results of Olympus’ ongoing joint research programme to create an AI-based pathology diagnostic tool with the potential to streamline pathologists’ workloads were announced at the Japan Society of Digital Pathology Study annual meeting. The diagnostic tool achieved 100% sensitivity and 50% or more specificity for all gastric biopsy pathology specimens analysed.

Philips acquires Vesper Medical, expands image-guided therapy devices portfolio

Philips has signed an agreement to acquire Vesper Medical, a US-based medical technology company that develops minimally-invasive peripheral vascular devices. Vesper Medical will further expand Philips’ portfolio of diagnostic and therapeutic devices with an advanced venous stent portfolio for the treatment of deep venous disease. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is […]

42 Technology collaboration helps inform WHO review for diagnosing childhood TB

42 Technology (42T), FIND, the global alliance for diagnostics, and Rutgers University have worked together to develop an innovative stool sample processing kit that has played a central role in informing the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recent policy update to improve the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB) in children.