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Hand-held computers analyse patients' vital signs,
improve patient care and reduce costs
VitalPAC records, stores, and analyses a patient’s vital signs (pulse, blood
pressure, respiratory rate, etc) allowing clinicians to effectively monitor
the condition of their patients in real time throughout a hospital stay. 30
March 2007
Tunstall celebrates 50 years in telecare
UK company Tunstall is celebrating 50 years of providing healthcare
solutions that support older people and those with long-term needs, by
effectively managing health and well-being. 30 March 2007
New alliance to help MS sufferers make the best
use of technology
The MS Technology Collaborative is an alliance of leaders from three
specialty areas — pharmaceutical, technology, and patient advocacy — to
improve the way technology may help people with MS maintain their health and
independence, have support for their life choices, and stay connected with
their families, friends, and communities. 29 March 2007
ECG can predict cardiovascular problems in women
Postmenopausal women without symptoms of cardiovascular problems who have
minor or major abnormalities on an electrocardiogram are at increased risk
of future cardiovascular events and death. 29 March 2007
CT screening for lung cancer does not increase
survival
A US-Italian study of the use of computed tomography (CT) to screen current
or former smokers for lung cancer has found that screening did not reduce
deaths from lung cancer. Screening found more than three times as many lung
cancers and ten times as many surgeries were performed, but there was no
effect on survival rate. 29 March 2007
Lack of transparency in healthcare raises costs
and prevents innovation
A new study from the US National Center for Policy Analysis (NCPA) has found
that the lack of real competition for patients has a profound effect on the
cost and quality of healthcare. It also found legal, regulatory and cultural
barriers barriers to competition, innovation and transparency. 28 March 2007
3M Health Care launches diagnostics unit for rapid
detection of infection
3M Health Care has created a new Medical Diagnostics business unit to
develop and commercialize rapid diagnostic products for detecting key
infectious pathogens such as MRSA and other treatment-resistant microbes. 28
March 2007
Siemens presents new lithotripter for mobile
urology platform
Siemens has added the Modularis Variostar lithotripter to its Modularis
urology platform. The module is suited to both overtable and undertable
procedures and a complete range of new ergonomic features simplifies
operation and daily work with the unit. 27 March 2007
Computer-aided detection for CT colonoscopy
CADCOLON im3D is a computer aided detection (CAD) system from iM3D SpA
designed to support radiologists' diagnoses of suspect polyps in the colon
and rectum, using high and low dose CT. 27 March 2007
Memmingen cancer clinic first in Germany to offer
image-guided radiotherapy
Klinikum Memmingen in Bavaria has begun treating cancer patients with a new,
more precise form of radiotherapy using a linear accelerator and special
on-board imager accessory from Varian Medical Systems. 26 March 2007
Synergis invests in PET camera for cancer
detection
Synergis Technologies Ltd. has led a venture capital syndicate investing
into Petrra Ltd, a developer of an new positron emission tomography (PET)
camera that can diagnose heart disease and cancer more accurately and faster
than current cameras, and at a lower cost. 26 March 2007
Nanosys and Bruker Daltonics collaborate in technology for fast analysis
of small molecules. 21 March 2007
 Platinum-coated nanotube biosensor detects glucose in near real time
Researchers at the University of Arkansas have fabricated a novel biosensor
that detects glucose in close to real time and with much greater sensitivity
than other comparable, biocompatible sensors. 21 March 2007
Sectra launches low-radiation MicroDose
mammography system. 16 March 2007
EC tender for study on exposure to electromagnetic
fields from MRI equipment. 16 March 2007
 Combined
MRI and echocardiography improves stroke diagnosis
Using both MRI and echocardiography to image the heart greatly enables
physicians to identify the cause of strokes, especially cardioembolic
strokes. The technique could revolutionise patient care.14 March 2007
 EaglePicher
releases world’s smallest implantable medical battery
The battery is based on proprietary new cell construction. It’s small size
enables devices to be deployed via a minimally-invasive catheter procedure
rather than traditional implantation surgery. 14 March 2007
B-K Medical introduces prostate transducer with
two ultrasound functions
A new transrectal prostate transducer from B-K Medical combines the
functionality of simultaneous biplane and endfire transducers in one. It
enables urologists to examine any prostate in any plane with control and
ease. 13 March 2007
Redsense blood loss detection device gains EU
approval
Redsense Medical’s fibre optic device for blood loss detection during
haemodialysis has been approved for sale in Europe. 13 March 2007
Osteoporosis measurement software for PACS
Medstrat has announced the integration of CompuMed's OsteoGram bone mineral
density (BMD) measurement software for osteoporosis screening, diagnosis and
monitoring with its echoeSYSTEM PACS software suite. 12 March 2007
 NASA undersea mission to test space medicine
The NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operations (NEEMO) scheduled for May this year will include a variety of
advanced medical technology experiments, including robotic telesurgery on
simulated patients. 11 March 2007
Cambio Healthcare Systems launches in UK
Cambio Healthcare Systems, the largest healthcare administration
software provider in Scandinavia, has set up office and won its first
contract in the United Kingdom. 11 March
New electronic devices and nanogenerators created from zinc oxide
nanowires
Researchers used the unique semiconducting and
piezoelectric properties of zinc oxide nanowires to create a new class of
electronic components and devices that could provide the foundation for a
broad range of new applications, including devices safe for implanting in
the body.
8 March 2007 First implants and EU
approval for Sorin REPLY pacemakers
This new pacemaker line is designed to deliver automatic, physiologic pacing
adapted to patients who have bradyarrhythmia. 8 March 2007
New partnerships to trial optical coherence
tomography for cancer identification
Two UK hospitals have teamed up with Michelson Diagnostics Ltd to test the
use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) for the rapid identification of
cancers as an alternative to biopsies. 7 March 2007
ART gains European clearance for SoftScan device.
7 March 2007 Nanotechnology research neglects world's poor
Nanotechnology has the potential to generate enormous health benefits for
people in the developing world, but there is little incentive to develop
suitable products. 6 March 2007
Agfa integrates clinical data into RIS/PACS
Agfa HealthCare has launched the IMPAX Clinical Module that brings disparate
clinical data such as lab results, pharmacy and pathology to the IMPAX
Radiology Desktop. 6 March 2007
Sun expands healthcare IT portfolio
Sun Microsystems has introduced the Sun B2B-enabled Electronic Master
Patient Index (EMPI), and two picture archiving systems, iPACS and uPACS
aimed at manufactureres for building their own PACS systems. 6 March 2007
German medical technology companies grow 4.3% in
2006
The medical technology sector in Germany increased its turnover by 4.3% in
2006, according to a survey of the 200 member companies of BVMed, the German
Medical Technology Association. 5 March 2007
Siemens' Reinhardt awarded International Neurobionics Foundation prize
Erich Reinhardt, member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG and president
and CEO of Siemens Medical
Solutions, has been awarded the International Neurobionics Award 2006 by the International Neurobionics
Foundation. 5 March 2007
 Electrically
controlled nanotube membranes produce powerful water filtration device
Low voltages can precisely and selectively control the flow of water through
nanotube membranes. This could lead to a novel way to produce drinking
water, new biomedical research, and advanced circuitry. 2 March
iSOFT Germany to provide laboratory systems to Dr
Reising-Ackermann labs. 1 March 2007
February 2007
InforSense launches clinical decision support
solution
InforSense's HealthSense is a workflow-based decision-support solution that
enables clinicians to analyse large patient data sets to identify key risk
factors for better decision-making in patient care. 28 February 2007
Averion expands European operations
Averion International Corp. a clinical research organization (CRO)
specializing in oncology, medical devices, dermatology and nephrology, has
opened four European-based offices. 28 February 2007
Robotic exoskeleton helps regain limb function
A robotic exoskeleton controlled by nerve signals could help people with
partial nervous system impairment regain limb function. 27 Feb 2007
Medtronic Experience Stealthstation combines
spinal surgery navigation with minimal access
The new system improves treatment of spinal conditions by enabling spinal
surgeons and their patients to experience less invasive procedures, smaller
incisions and less exposure to radiation. 23 February 2007
Philips unveils networked patient monitor combined
with defibrillator
The Philips HeartStart MRx can serve as a wireless transport
monitor/defibrillator or cardiac bedside monitor/defibrillator with built-in
pacing, synchronized cardioversion and defibrillation capabilities. 23
February 2007
 Computer model of brain's visual processing could
lead to better image analysis and robot vision
A new computer model of how the brain processes visual information has
surprised researchers at its power. Developed as a tool for neuroscientists
it could now have applications in surveillance and automobile driver’s
assistance, visual search engines, biomedical imaging analysis, and robots
with realistic vision. 22 February 2007
BioLED lab-on-chip technology to be
demonstrated at Imperial College, London
A demonstration version of the BioLED Lab On A Chip platform combining
microfluidics, organic semiconductor diodes and photodetectors will be
presented to a selected audience. 21 February 2007
Tecan and Applied Biosystems develop automated
analyser for forensic DNA. 21 February 2007
Misonix expands distribution of
ultrasound surgical devices in Europe. 21 February 2007
3M takes over UK rapid diagnostics company
Acolyte Biomedica
The addition of Acolyte Biomedica allows 3M to expand more quickly into the
emerging market of infection prevention diagnostics, especially in Europe
where Acolyte Biomedica has a commercialized product for MRSA detection. 20
February 2007
Cardinal Health joins US Dossia project to
develop online personal health records for employees
Dossia is a Web-based infrastructure which will empower individuals to
manage their own healthcare records and maintain comprehensive, up-to-date
histories for themselves and their families, in a secure and private
environment. 19 February 2007
Inverness Medical Innovations acquires assets
of First Check Diagnostics
Inverness Medical Innovations, Inc. has paid $25 million in cash for the
assests of California-based First Check, a market leader in home testing for
drugs of abuse, such as marijuana, cocaine and opiates. 19 February 2007
 Portable
refinery efficiently generates electricity from trash
A portable refinery developed by researchers at Purdue University
efficiently converts food, paper and plastic trash into electricity,
producing 90% more energy than it consumes. 19 February 2007
Siemens to build first molecular imaging centre for UAE
Mubadala Development has awarded Siemens Medical Solutions a
€16.7
million contract to build and operate a Molecular Imaging Centre (MIC) in
Abu Dhabi. This provide diagnostic services
for
oncology, cardiology and neurology. Expected to open in summer 2008, the
facility
will be the first of its kind in the region. 16 February 2007
Global molecular diagnostics market could reach
$92bn by 2016
The market will be driven by the addition of new tests in high-volume
testing areas coupled with the introduction of new instrumentation which
will provide greater ease, speed, and quality. 15 February 2007.
Sweden donates US$42m to GAVI Alliance for child
immunisation in poorest countries
The SEK 300 million (US $42 million) donation from the Swedish International
Development Agency (SIDA) reflects the country's long-term commitment to
global health and poverty eradication goals. 14 February 2007
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Bio-Imaging acquires French neurology imaging lab
Theralys SA
Bio-Imaging Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: BITI), has acquired French company
Theralys SA, a leading provider of customized imaging services in the field
of central nervous system disorders (CNS) and neurovascular diseases. 14
February 2007
€12m European SOPRANO project to develop
technology for independent living for older people
The Service Orientated Programmable Smart Environments for Older Europeans
(SOPRANO) project will develop affordable, smart IT-based assisted living
services aimed at promoting independence for older people, improving quality
of life and addressing the issue of an ageing population across Europe. 13
February 2007
Medtronic begins European and US trial of
MRI-compatible pacemaker system
The first patients in the trial were recently implanted with the new
Medtronic EnRhythm MRI SureScan pacing system. The study will compare the
electrical and diagnostic system performance, as well as complication rates
of patients with and without MRI scans. 13 February 2007
Project to combine biology and engineering to
create soft-bodied robots
Researchers at Tufts University in the USA have launched a multidisciplinary
initiative focused on the science and engineering of a new class of robots
that are completely soft-bodied. These devices will make possible advances
in such far flung arenas as medicine and space exploration. 12 February 2007
Philips introduces imaging tool for complex
cardiac arrhythmias
The Philips EP navigator combines pre–interventional 3D CT images of a
patients’ cardiac anatomy with live X-ray fluoroscopy catheter position
information in a single image, allowing physicians to navigate more easily
through the heart during complex procedures. 7 Feb 2007
Chinese market for personal blood-pressure
monitors growing at 33%
The Chinese market for home-use digital blood-pressure monitors will grow at
over 33% per year, driven by lower prices and increased awareness, according
to a new report from InMedica. 7 Feb 2007
Image-guided radiosurgery system for new Dublin
hospital
The newly opened Beacon Hospital in Sandyford, Dublin has ordered Europe’s
first Trilogy Tx image-guided radiosurgery system from Varian Medical
Systems. 7 Feb 2007
Healthcare products should be chosen for quality
not price, say German hospital directors
German medical technology companies and sickness funds agreed that competing
on product quality is better than a price-based economy in the BVMed's
January conference on German health reforms. 7 Feb 2007
Call for masterplan for German health economy
A cross-party "Masterplan for the health economy" is needed in Germany, with
innovative medical technologies playing a key role, according to BVMed. 7
Feb 2007
Swedish Cancer Institute first to
offer organ-motion tracking for precision-treatment of prostate cancer
The Seattle-based Institute is the first to offer prostate cancer
treatment with the Calypso 4D Localization System for
precision-guided radiation therapy with organ-motion tracking, giving the
ability to pinpoint a prostate tumour's location with greater accuracy and
reduced side-effects. 5 Feb 2007
Smiths Medical launches medication control
software for infusion pumps
Smiths Medical, part of
the global technology business Smiths Group, has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) for software that
makes programming pain management infusion pumps simpler and
safer. 1 Feb 2007
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