November 24, 2008 - With the SOMATOM Definition Flash dual-source CT, Siemens Healthcare is introducing a CT scanner that aims to set new standards regarding speed and dose reduction.

November 24, 2008 - Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Browns Mills, NJ said this week it successfully debuted the new Impella LP 2.5 minimally-invasive, catheter-based cardiac assist device in high-risk patients undergoing cardiac interventions.

November 24, 2008 - Biosense Webster Inc. last week said the Circulatory System Devices Panel of the FDA unanimously recommended approval of the company’s pre-market approval (PMA) supplement for the NaviStar ThermoCool Catheter for the treatment of symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

The NaviStar ThermoCool Catheter is the first ablation catheter to be recommended by the panel for FDA approval.

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib as it is more commonly referred to, is the most prevalent cardiac arrhythmia and one of the most common causes of stroke.

November 24, 2008 - Endologix Inc. today said results from its Powerlink XL system for the minimally invasive treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) prospective, multi-center clinical trial met the primary endpoint of one-year post-procedure freedom from Type I proximal endoleak.

November 24, 2008 - Cook Medical received investigational device exemption (IDE) conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to begin a clinical trial for its Zenith Low Profile Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Endovascular Graft.

Said to be the first Web-based system of its kind, LIFENET STEMI Management Solution from Physio-Control allows patient 12-lead ECG data to be quickly and simply transmitted from the field to hospitals. The transmission of ECG data allows hospital care teams to help make decisions while the patient is still en route. The system provides hospitals with secure tools to share data.

The LIFEPAK CR Plus automated external defibrillator is designed for minimally trained rescuers in commercial and public settings. It guides the user step by step with clear, calm voice prompts. An internal computer analyzes the heart rhythm and is designed to automatically deliver a shock only if needed.

Varian Medical Systems' PaxScan line consists of flat panels for digital radiography together with its full line of detectors for filmless imaging.

- The 4336R, a 14 x 17 inch detector designed to replace standard film cassettes used in radiographic applications, is intended for use in mobile and multi-bucky imaging systems.

- The 4343R, Varian’s largest panel at 17 x 17 inches, is designed for permanent mounting in radiographic tables or wall stands, or for any application that requires a large field of view.

Siemens Healthcare's SOMATOM Definition Flash dual-source CT requires only a fraction of the radiation dose that systems previously required to scan even the tiniest anatomical details faster than ever before, according to Siemens. The SOMATOM Definition Flash featuring two X-ray tubes that simultaneously revolve around the patient's body.

November 21, 2008 – Medical imaging specialist Barco has entered into an agreement to sell its advanced visualization business to Toshiba Medical Systems Corp., Tokyo, Japan (Toshiba) via its newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary, Toshiba Medical Visualization Systems Europe Ltd., Edinburgh, UK (TMVS).

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