GE Healthcare introduces world's first
volumetric PET/CT System
The new Discovery VCT is the world's first true 64-slice combination
positron emission tomography and volume computed tomography (PET/CT) system
for cardiac imaging applications, says GE. 30 November 2005
Duravest acquires controlling interest in
Bio-Magnetic Therapy Systems
BMTS is a German-US medical technology firm dedicated to the safe,
non-invasive treatment of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and orthopedic
injuries using its "Pulsed Signal Therapy" (PST)
system. 30 November 2005
Toshiba launches differential tissue harmonic imaging and 4D imaging for
ultrasound systems
Toshiba America Medical Systems introduced its newest innovations in
ultrasound at RSNA2005 in Chicago this week — expanded differential
tissue harmonic imaging (DTHI) for the Aplio and 4D imaging for the Xario
ultrasound systems. 30 November 2005
Dräger Medical and Masimo Corporation introduce
new pulse oximetry technology
The Masimo SET SpO2 SmartPod pulse oximetry technology for Dräger Infinity
patient monitors was unveiled at Medica 2005 mid November. 30 November 2005
Mercury marks 1000th installation of Visage
PACS in NW Wales NHS Trust
Installed in September 2005, the PACS is integrated into the existing
Radiology Information System at the Trust, enabling all departments at nine
hospitals to have online access to medical image data and reports in real
time. 30 November 2005
Siemens Medical Solutions to distribute
Nucletron oncology system worldwide
Dutch company Nucletron BV and Siemens Medical Solutions have announced a
worldwide distribution agreement for Nucletron's Oncentra MasterPlan.
30 November 2005
Siemens leads the way in molecular medicine,
says Reinhardt
Siemens has assumed a leadership role in the evolution of molecular medicine
through the allocation of significant resources for research and development
and its strategic partnerships. said Dr. Erich Reinhardt, President and CEO
of Siemens Medical Solutions. 29 November 2005
AMICAS showcases web-based zero-install PACS
for Blackberry
AMICAS debuted at RSNA2005 its new Vision Reach software system that
integrates radiology reports with images (from PACS) to create a
single "multi-media" report that can be emailed to any Blackberry-type
device. 29 November 2005
Terason launches t3000 laptop-based ultrasound
system
It is based upon proprietary Teratech Architecture and runs as a Windows
application on a standard laptop computer. 29 November 2005
Medtronic revenues $2.8 billion in second
quarter, up 15%
Medtronic, Inc. has announced record revenues for the quarter ended October
28, 2005 of $2.765 billion, a 15% increase over the $2.400 billion recorded
in the second quarter of fiscal year 2005. 25 November 2005
Design change can reduce MRI-induced heating in
implanted devices
Relatively minor manufacturing design modifications made to implanted
medical device leads can substantially decrease MRI-induced heating risks,
according to a study published in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 24 November
2005
Instar to introduce radiology information
system at RSNA 2005
InStar Systems International will introduce its next-generation radiology
information system, RIS NET, at the Radiological Society of North America's
annual congress. 24 November 2005
Siemens and Dräger Medical extend partnership
for hospital systems
Siemens will provide expertise in wireless network planning and customer
service. Dräger Medical will provide patient monitoring and clinical
applications for the acute point of care. 24 November 2005
Faroese hospital chooses Sectra PACS
The hospital in the Faeroe Islands has chosen Swedish company Sectra to
provide a digital picture archiving and communications system (PACS) for
managing medical images and a radiology information system (RIS) for
managing patient information. 22 November
Deep brain stimulation of locomotor region can
help Parkinson's sufferers
The part of the brain that plays an important role in the initiation and
maintenance of walking behaviour can be safely stimulated to improve
postural stability and gait, according to a recent NeuroReport article. 21
November 2005
Siemens launches new generation of ultrasound
systems
Siemens presented a new generation of fully digital ultrasound systems with
advanced imaging functions at this year's Medica in Dusseldorf last week. 21
November 2005
Ultrasound probe for imaging and ablating heart
tissue in development
Engineers from the Pratt School of Engineering, Duke University, are
developing technology that could lead to the use of ultrasound waves both to
visualize the heart's interior in three dimensions and then selectively
destroy heart tissue with heat to correct arrhythmias. 18 November 2005
First study of cardiac resynchronization
therapy using ultrasound and CT
The Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in California will use a Toshiba
ultrasound system in conjunction with a 64-slice computerised tomography
system to assess outcomes following cardiac resynchronization therapy. 18
November 2005
Nottingham MRI installation marks Philips' 50th
in Europe
Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, U.K. has installed a Philips Achieva
3.0T MRI whole-body scanner. It will be used for routine clinical
applications including neurological, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and
orthopaedic imaging. 18 November 2005.
Remote cardiac monitoring network reaches
50,000 patients
The Medtronic CareLink Network has enrolled 50,000 patients and registered
over 120,000 data downloads since its launch in 2002. The system allows
patients to receive expert medical advice from their physician while at home
or travelling. 18 November 2005
Non-invasive blood glucose monitoring device
shows positive results in trials
Israeli start-up company Glucon announced the recent trial results of its
flagship product, Aprise, a continuous, non-invasive, glucose monitoring
device. Results were presented at Medica this week. 18 November 2005
Siemens launches low cost X-ray unit at Medica
Siemens Medical Solutions showcased a new X-ray unit that gives high quality
diagnostics for practices with limited budgets. Known as Multix Swing, the
system is aimed at medical practices headed by radiologists, surgeons and
orthopaedists. 17 November 2005
Xograph’s dental imaging solution installed at
BMI Chaucer Hospital
Xograph Imaging Systems has installed a Planmeca Proline XC dental X-ray
system into the BMI Chaucer Hospital in Canterbury, England. This is the
first installation of Planmeca’s newest model into a UK Hospital. 17
November 2005
Johnson & Johnson and Guidant Corporation come
to agreement over reduced Guidant acquisition value
Johnson & Johnson and Guidant Corporation have announced that they have
entered into a revised agreement by which Johnson & Johnson will acquire
Guidant for a net $19 billion. 16 November 2005
New algorithms may help predict risk of sudden
cardiac death
GE Healthcare has announced that the company has developed two new
algorithms that when inputted with ambulatory electrocardiography (ECG) data
have been shown to help predict if a person is at risk for sudden cardiac
death. 16 November 2005
Patient-centric strategy crucial for EU
Healthcare
Health First Europe (HFE) outlined a series of recommendations to contribute
to a debate on the challenges and the future of healthcare in the EU at the
annual Open Health Forum held by the European Commission. 16 November 2005
CT image of heart captured in five beats
A study conducted at the at Centre Cardiologique de Nord in France has shown
that the LightSpeed VCT computed tomography scanner, can capture images of
the human heart in as few as five beats. This can help physicians improve
the success rate of coronary CT imaging when compared with scan durations of
10 seconds or longer. 15 November 2005
Real-time monitoring and feedback improves
cardiopulmonary resuscitation delivery
Verbal and visual feedback improves the quality of cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) delivered by paramedics and emergency medical
technicians, according to the findings of a study announced by Royal Philips
Electronics, in partnership with Laerdal. 15 November 2005
Health systems worldwide unsustainable, says
PwC
Faced with rapidly rising costs, diminished resources and growing demands,
health systems around the world are under siege and many will be
unsustainable within 15 years unless fundamental change occurs, according to
a survey of 700 health leaders by PricewaterhouseCoopers. 15 November 2005
SonoSite improves cardiology capabilities of
MicroMaxx ultrasound System
SonoSite has enhanced the imaging capabilities of its new handheld
ultrasound system the MicroMaxx. It has added two new cardiology transducers
for pediatric cardiology imaging and the for non-imaging, continuous wave
Doppler to provide improved access to obtain peak velocities within the
heart. 14 November 2005
Drug-eluting stent sales stimulate growth in
the European interventional cardiology market
The European market for interventional cardiology generated over $1.4
billion in 2004, and will sustain a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)
exceeding 7% over the next 5 years, according to a new report by Millennium
Research Group (MRG). 13 November 2005
Guidant moves to bolster market confidence
Guidant announced the establishment of a Design for Reliability Team last
week and published an updated Cardiac Rythm Management Product Performance
Report that provides confirmed failure details by product family. The share
price rose steadily over the week. 13 November 2005
Next-generation surgical robot for therapeutic
radiology unveiled
Accuray has launched the latest generation of its intelligent robotic
radiosurgery system, CyberKnife. It combines image-guidance technology
and computer-controlled robotics to deliver sub-millimetre radiosurgery. 13
November 2005
Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre installs world's
first room-size MRI scanner
The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre (NOC) in Oxford, England, is installing MR
imaging unit, the Fonar 360. Its first applications will be orthopaedic MR
imaging and the development of MR image guided intraoperative techniques for
surgery of the spine and other orthopaedic structures. 12 November 2005
MRI specialist Fonar records 60% drop in
revenue
MRI scanner manufacturer FONAR Corporation, reported revenues of $10.2m for
the first quarter of fiscal 2006 (ending 30 Sept), compared to $25.1m for
the same period of fiscal 2005. 12 November 2005
Medical technology has vital role in preventing
flu pandemic
A wide range of medical technology products, ranging from masks to pulse
oximeters, will play a vital role in dealing with any flu pandemic,
according to industry association AdvaMed. 11 November 2005
Siemens Medical Solutions shows strong gains
while overall income falls
Siemens has announced a fall in profits from €3405 billion to €2248 billion
for the 2005 financial year, and a more drastic fall of 88% to €77 million
for the fourth quarter, compared to 2004. Siemens Medical Solutions
division, however, showed an 8% rise in earnings. 11 November 2005
Nanotechnology power source for implantable
medical devices wins award
Biophan Technologies has been awarded a "Best of the Best" award from
Nanotech Briefs magazine for a nanomaterial-based biothermal power
source. The biothermal power source converts body heat into electricity to
power implantable medical devices. 11 November 2005
Cardiac Science reports net loss in first
quarter after merger
Cardiac Science Corporation reported a net loss of $0.6 million for the
third quarter, ending 30 Sept 2005. Reported revenue for the third quarter
increased by 22% to $27.4 million, due principally to the effect of the
merger with Quinton Cardiology Systems. 9 November 2005
Guidant reports 14% fall in sales for third
quarter
Guidant Corporation has reported third quarter 2005
sales of $795 million, representing a sales decline of $130 million or 14% versus 2004.
9 November 2005
Guidant sues Johnson & Johnson to force
takeover. 9 November 2005
Guidant faces new lawsuits
US law firm Stull, Stull & Brody has announced that it has launched a class
action lawsuit Guidant Corp over alleged violation of the Securities
Exchange Act. 9 November 2005
GE takeover of IDX gets go-ahead. 9
November 2005
Johnson & Johnson $25.4bn takeover of Guidant in doubt
as Guidant faces lawsuits
Only days after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) conditionally approved
the merger it seems the deal may be in doubt. The company's share price has
fallen drastically as it is facing lawsuits, including from New York
Attorney General Eliot Spitzer. 6 November 2005
Oncology information system for paperless and
filmless cancer clinics
The ARIA Oncology Information Management System, is a new real-time
management system and database product from Varian Medical Systems for
operating filmless and paperless cancer clinics that offer radiation
therapy, chemotherapy, and/or surgery. 5 November 2005
GE Healthcare and Volcano Corporation to
develop cath lab with X-ray and ultrasound
The two companies will collaborate to develop a digital cardiovascular
imaging system with fully integrated X-ray and intravascular ultrasound
imaging (IVUS) capabilities. This is intended to give interventional
cardiologists a clear view of coronary and peripheral vessel morphology for
therapeutic procedures such as stent placement. 5 November 2005
Point-of-care I.V. medication management
solution launched by Cerner and Hospira
The solution integrates the Hospira MedNet intraveinous medication
management system with Cerner's bar code point-of-care (BPOC) system,
CareGuard. It uses wireless technology to connect bedside medical devices to
hospital IT systems and can eliminate the need to manually enter
medications, doses and infusion rates, thereby reducing opportunities for
clinical errors. 4 November 2005
Varian Medical Systems reports strong growth
Varian Medical Systems has reported a 12% growth in annual revenue to $1.4bn
for fiscal year 2005. Strong demand for advanced radiation therapy products
and filmless X-ray imaging components contributed to a year of strong growth
in net earnings, revenues, and net orders, and another record year-ending
backlog. 4 November 2005
New resource on robotic radiosurgery
The CyberKnife Society Press has published Robotic Radiosurgery — Volume
1, which it claims is the most extensive and well-documented publication
ever created on the topic of robotic stereotactic radiosurgery. 3 November
2005
Strong patient support for new medical
technologies in doctor's surgery
A survey by Wall Street Journal Online/Harris Interactive Health-Care Poll
shows that the vast majority of US adults are in favour of new technologies
in doctors' practices and many believe they will reduce the costs or improve
the quality of medical care.
3 November 2005
ConMed introduces multifunction electrodes
ConMed Corporation has introduced PadPro, a comprehensive range of
multifunction electrodes used in critical care and minimally invasive
procedures. 1 November 2005
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