The latest clinical data from the ABSORB
Abbott’s Bioresorbable Stent Shows Durable Results In ABSORB Trial
Latest clinical results for Abbott’s Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold show the disappearing stent actually increases the space inside the stented vessel segment over time. The company’s efforts to launch a pivotal randomized trial of the device are hindered by FDA, according to the lead investigator.
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At AAOS, orthopedics players showcased their latest robotic-assisted platforms, power tools, 3D printed technologies and software offerings. This article brings you highlights from interviews Medtech Insight conducted on site with representatives from J&J, Stryker, Materialise and Canary Medical.
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