First Successful Spinal Implant in Mexico using VTi’s Interfuse
Vertebral Technologies announced a successful outcome in the first lumbar fusion procedure in Mexico using the InterFuse® laterally-expandable device. Jan 12, 2017
Orthocell Collaborates with Johnson & Johnson Innovation
Orthocell entered into a research collaboration agreement with DePuy Synthes Products for the Ortho-ATI® stem cell treatment for tendon and ligament regeneration. Jan 12, 2017
Histogenics’ NeoCart Phase I/Phase II Clinical Trial Data
Results from Phase I and Phase II study indicate that Histogenics’ NeoCart® tissue-engineered implant is a safe, effective treatment for articular cartilage lesions through 5-year follow-up. Jan 12, 2017
OssDsign Secures New EU Distribution Partnerships
OssDsign entered into new commercial partnerships covering distribution of its products for cranial repair and facial bone reconstruction in Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Austria and The Netherlands. Jan 12, 2017
Spinal Simplicity: Six New Patents Granted in 2016
Six new patents were granted to Spinal Simplicity in 2016, bringing its portfolio to 52 globally. A new Notice of Allowance in 2017 brings the company’s U.S. patent total to 16. Jan 11, 2017
Medovex Enters International Distribution Agreement with AlfaMed
Medovex entered into an international distribution agreement with AlfaMed for distribution of its DenerveX™ System throughout Italy. Jan 11, 2017
Strategic orthopaedic-related 510(k)s issued in December 2016
Strategic orthopaedic-related 510(k)s issued in December 2016 include: Envision 3D Image Guidance System (7D Surgical); Sphynx Anterolateral Plate (Eden Spine); Destiknee Total Knee (Meril Healthcare); Hubble II Lumbar Interbody Fusion System (Orbbo Surgical) Jan 10, 2017
Cartiva Secures $8.5MM Funding
Cartiva secured US $8.5MM in a Series E financing. Proceeds will support commercialization of the Synthetic Cartilage Implant for treatment of great toe arthritis. Jan 10, 2017
JNJ Launches New Care-Centric Services
Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices, parent company to DePuy Synthes, announced CareAdvantage and Orthopaedic Episode of Care Approach services for healthcare systems. Jan 09, 2017
SI-BONE Announces iFuse Implant System Warranty
SI-BONE enacted a warranty program for the iFuse Implant System®, indicated for fusion for certain disorders of the sacroiliac joint. Jan 09, 2017
