US regulators have announced a second serious recall for a faulty catheter in the past month. The problem with Vascular Solutions’ catheter seems to be similar to Boston Scientific’s recall earlier this month, where a part of the device may break off and get stuck in the patient.

Teleflex is forking out over $1bn for privately held NeoTract. The latter has seen its revenues grow rapidly due to market enthusiasm for its UroLift system for treating lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia.

This edition of Device Debuts covers the innovative devices introduced into commercial markets since the mid-April, typically a busy time for product launches as it coincides with spring's big medical meetings. This includes a series of spine-surgery technologies showcased at the AANS meeting and devices that support blood circulation during interventions that were featured at EuroPCR and SCAI.

The purchase price of $56 a share in cash is a modest 16% premium over Vascular Solutions' 90-day average price. Vascular Solutions' CEO says uncertainty about the future leadership of the company compelled it to consider acquisition offers.