Market Intel: #AANS2019: High-Tech Microscope Technologies Illuminate Brains, Spines

This year's annual American Association of Neurological Surgeons conference offered neurosurgeons and allied health professionals five days of clinical trial news, seminars and live-streaming videos to learn about the latest developments in their field. Medtech Insight had an ear close to the ground, posting Tweets on some of the latest technologies, including robotic-assisted microscopes, showcased by exhibiting companies. Here is a round-up of the best of the Tweets and updates from company executives.

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The 87th American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) is wrapping up today after five days of lectures, seminars, and meetings at the San Diego Convention Center. This year, several medtech companies showcased their new digital and robotically controlled microscopes as well as enhancements that offer neurosurgeons enhanced visualization and magnified images. Read about them here.

Aesculap Inc. unveiled its new digital surgical microscope, featuring 4K 3D and HDR imaging and robotic-assisted movements.

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