After a long wait, Medtronic has received US Food and Drug Administration approval for its MiniMed 780G insulin pump, in combination with its Guardian 4 continuous glucose monitor, the company announced on April 21.
Medtronic’s 780G – Finally! – Gets FDA Approval
Earlier than expected, but still after a more than three year wait, the company has obtained FDA approval for its flagship insulin delivery system.

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