US Approvals Analysis: April A Big Month For Non-Invasive Neurostim
Executive Summary
Two de novo go-aheads granted by FDA last month sent non-implantable neurostimulation devices to market, one for headaches and the other for tear production. Overall, the agency granted four de novos in April, continuing a strong trend this year for that marketing pathway, according to Medtech Insight's Approvals Tracker.
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