Imris announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance to market Visius iCT, the first and only ceiling-mounted intraoperative computed tomography (iCT) on the market.

The World Molecular Imaging Society (WMIS) held its sixth annual congress in Savannah, Ga. September 18-21.  The World Molecular Imaging Congress (WMIC) 2013 featured advancements in molecular multimodal imaging with a focus on discovery, pre-clinical and translational research, highlighting first-in-human studies that drive innovative diagnostics and targeted therapy critical to the implementation of precision medicine.  

At the University of Southern California Body Computing Conference, AliveCor Inc. announced its new versatile Heart Monitor, a device that easily attaches to any compatible smartphone or smartphone case.

Royal Philips and Accenture announced the creation of a proof-of-concept (POC) demonstration that uses a Google Glass head-mounted display for researching ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of performing surgical procedures. The demonstration connects Google Glass to Philips IntelliVue Solutions and proves the concept of seamless transfer of patient vital signs into Google Glass, potentially providing physicians with hands-free access to critical clinical information.

Emergency surgery and advanced cardiac disease are risk factors for major adverse cardiac events (MACE) after noncardiac surgery in patients with recent coronary stent implantation, according to a study published by JAMA.

Merit Medical Systems Inc. announced that it has acquired Datascope Corp.’s Safeguard Pressure Assisted Device, which assists in obtaining and maintaining hemostasis after a femoral procedure and the Air-Band Radial Compression Device, which is indicated to assist hemostasis of the radial artery puncture site while maintaining visibility.

Merit Medical Systems Inc. announced it has acquired the assets of Radial Assist, which include the Rad Board, Rad Board Xtra, Rad Trac and Rad Rest devices.

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