The American Joint Replacement Registry now includes data on more than 19,000 procedures, thanks to the addition of data from 11,000 procedures performed at Massachusetts General Hospital, according to an AAOS Now report.
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Global Industry Analysis recently announced a new report on the orthopedic instrumentation market, projecting it will reach $56 billion by 2017.
Titan Spine announced the creation of Titan Spine Europe, a subsidiary that will support the company's expansion in Europe, according to a Sun Herald report.
Cleveland Clinic recently announced it will spin off a new start-up company that develops software for orthopedic surgeons to preplan operations, according to a MedCity news report.
Simpirica Spine announced the appointment of Milena Ridl as vice president of international sales and marketing.
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MAKO Surgical reported fourth quarter revenue of $32.9 million, a 122 percent increase over the same period in 2010.
The Food and Drug Administration granted 44 orthopedic- and spine-related 510(k) clearances in February, according to an FDA report.
Amedica recently announced the launch of its Procet spinal implant for treating patients with low back pain.
Innovative Medical Device Solutions announced the company will exhibit at the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Annual Meeting later this week in San Diego.
The medical device industry is gaining political momentum by pushing a D.C. agenda of simplifying federal oversight of product development, according to a NewsObserver report.