Cancer rates did not increase among metal-on-metal hip implant patients in the first seven years after surgery, according to an analysis of the U.K.'s National Joint Registry.
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Researchers at the University of Iowa have discovered several solutions to prevent implant dislocation in obese patients.
The Food and Drug Administration granted 23 spine-related device clearances in August.
In vivo and in vitro clinical tests of DiFusion's CleanFUZE demonstrate that the technology resists surgical infection and promotes bone growth.
K2M has received additional clearance to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with its MESA Deformity, MESA Rail Deformity, MESA Small Stature and MESA Rail Small Stature Spinal Systems.
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Alphatec Spine has announced the first clinical use of its NEXoss, a synthetic bone graft indicated for use in posterolateral spine fusions in conjunction with bone marrow aspirate, autograft bone and appropriate hardware.
DJO Surgical announced the first Movation Total Knee Arthroplasty system was implanted at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Md., according to a Herald report.
Adrian Hennah has stepped down as CFO of Smith & Nephew.
An analysis, conducted by ROTH Capital Partners, suggests healthcare reform may not offer the benefits touted to the medical device industry.
TranS1 has named Stephanie M. Fitts, PhD, vice president of regulatory, quality and compliance.