MIS: Challenges in an Evolving Market
Executive Summary
Technology and techniques for minimally invasive surgery continue to evolve as medical device manufacturers and clinicians alike look for ways to further minimize the invasiveness, pain, and scarring associated with surgery. At the same time, the economy and health care reform have created challenges for medical device manufacturers. In response to these challenges, mannufacturers competing in the MIS market are developing new products and marketing strategies designed to ease both the economic and environmental impact for providers.
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