Derived from Strategic Transactions, Informa’s premium source for tracking life-sciences deals, the bimonthly Pacts In Medtech column pulls up notable technology alliances, R&D partnerships and commercial collaborations. In this edition, we highlight industry pacts that were sealed in July and August 2017.

Derived from Strategic Transactions, Informa’s premium source for tracking life sciences deal activity, the Dealmaking column is a survey of recent health care transactions listed by relevant industry segment – In Vitro Diagnostics, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceuticals – and then categorized by type – Acquisition, Alliance, or Financing. This month’s column covers deals announced in August 2017.

While controversy over vaginal mesh implants and the serious complications resulting from these devices eroding inside the patient continue unabated across the globe, one Irish company is looking to capitalize on this opportune time by offering a noninvasive solution to stress urinary incontinence. Atlantic Therapeutics has recently won the backing of European healthcare VCs, raising €15m in a Series A round. 

Fecal incontinence is a common, devastating condition that often goes untreated. Eyeing the potential multibillion-dollar opportunity, medtech start-ups are developing approaches that range from small and disposable to surgical and permanent.