Pandemic Perspectives: A Lasting Impact On Medtech, But Not Dealmaking

The Elecsys pTau181 test, which requires only a blood sample, provides a less invasive alternative to cerebral spinal fluid procedures. A negative result could rule out Alzheimer’s and help patients avoid further testing with CSF or PET scans.

The FTC is suing to block Edwards Lifesciences' purchase of JenaValve, citing concerns that it would reduce competition and innovation in the heart valve market and negatively impact patient access to vital treatments for aortic regurgitation. Edwards disagrees with the decision.

HistoSonics’ CEO Michael Blue describes the deal as a win-win for all stakeholders and plans to use the money to expand clinical indications, as well as the global reach, for its Edison system.

The US FDA has authorized around 107 devices with Predetermined Change Control Plans in place, with PathAI's AISight Dx digital pathology image management system one of the latest. Medtech Insight talks to Eric Walk, chief medical officer, to find out about the process and its benefits.