FDA clears ConMed's Bio Mini-Revo hip suture anchor
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
ConMed's Bio Mini-Revo suture anchor for repair of the labrum of the hip joint has received US FDA 510(k) clearance. It is used to re-attach the torn labrum to the rim of the hip socket. The labrum is a form of cartilage that usually lines the socket, but it can become torn and detached, leading to hip pain. The Bio Mini-Revo is a bioabsorbable 3.1mm diameter screw-in anchor, which the Utica, New York firm claims has an optimal balance of strength and resorption. The latter quality means that there is no need for a second operation to remove it.
You may also be interested in...
What are the hottest innovations from Israel?
Israel is well-known as a medtech hot-spot, with a focus on academic research and strong government support helping the country punch well above its weight when it comes to innovative devices.
EuroPCR: St Jude and Philips talk up rival intravascular imaging techs
St Jude Medical had a heavy focus on its intravascular imaging offering at this year’s EuroPCR meeting, presenting data supporting its optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology. OCT provides intravascular images to help assess culprit lesions, which can improve stent selection and deployment, according to St Jude.
EuroPCR: Medtronic's drug-coated balloon keeps rising
A big topic at this year’s EuroPCR, held in Paris on 19-22 May, was drug-coated balloons (DCBs). One of the leaders in the field, Medtronic, presented positive data from two studies of its IN.PACT Admiral balloon, which could support an expanded indication for the device.