Johnson & Johnson MedTech Advances Robotic Surgery with First Clinical Trial Cases of OTTAVA™ System
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Johnson & Johnson MedTech has marked a significant milestone in the evolution of robotic-assisted surgery by completing the first clinical trial cases of its OTTAVA™ Robotic Surgical System. This development positions the company at the forefront of innovation in minimally invasive procedures, reinforcing its strategic commitment to delivering cutting-edge surgical technologies that raise standards in operating rooms worldwide.
Strategic Leap in Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Shockwave Medical Launches Pivotal IDE Study for Javelin Coronary IVL Catheter to Target Complex Calcified Lesions
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Shockwave Medical, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson MedTech company and global leader in circulatory restoration, has officially initiated its FORWARD CAD Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study. This pivotal research effort will evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Shockwave Javelin Coronary IVL Catheter for the treatment of difficult-to-cross, heavily calcified coronary artery lesions—an area with high unmet clinical need and procedural risk.
Medtronic Expands U.S. CGM Portfolio with FDA Approval of Simplera Sync™ Sensor for MiniMed™ 780G System
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its Simplera Sync™ sensor, marking a significant expansion of its continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) portfolio in the United States. The approval enables integration of the Simplera Sync™ sensor with the company’s flagship MiniMed™ 780G system, offering greater flexibility and convenience to people managing diabetes through advanced insulin delivery technology.
Medtronic Moves Closer to Interoperable Diabetes Management with FDA Submissions for Abbott CGM Integration
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, has officially submitted 510(k) applications to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its MiniMed™ 780G pump and SmartGuard™ algorithm, paving the way for seamless integration with Abbott’s advanced continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) platform. This critical regulatory milestone strengthens Medtronic’s strategic partnership with Abbott and positions the company to deliver more interoperable, intelligent diabetes care solutions to the U.S. market.
Medtronic Gains FDA Approval for World's Smallest-Diameter Defibrillation Lead, Unlocking New Frontiers in Electrophysiology
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the OmniaSecure™ defibrillation lead—the smallest-diameter, catheter-delivered defibrillation lead for right ventricular implantation. This approval marks a major advancement in cardiac rhythm management, offering physicians a less invasive, highly durable solution to treat life-threatening arrhythmias in both adults and adolescents with smaller anatomies.
Medtronic’s Expand URO Study Demonstrates Strong Safety and Efficacy Results for Hugo™ Robotic-Assisted Surgery System
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – Medtronic has announced a major milestone for its Hugo™ robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) system, as the Expand URO U.S. clinical trial met both primary safety and effectiveness endpoints. The results position the company for strategic market entry into the U.S. robotic-assisted surgery sector, the largest of its kind globally, and were presented as a late-breaking session at the American Urologic Association (AUA) annual meeting in Las Vegas.
Landmark Trial Sets New Benchmark in Robotic Urologic Surgery
Post-Endodontic Restoration Gains Strategic Focus in Dentistry for Enhanced Longevity and Structural Integrity
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – In the evolving landscape of restorative dentistry, post-endodontic restoration has emerged as a cornerstone of long-term tooth preservation strategies, offering clinicians and patients alike a pathway to restore function, aesthetics, and durability following root canal therapy. New insights from recent clinical literature highlight the increasing relevance of this specialized restorative approach for practitioners focused on optimizing patient outcomes and return on investment in dental care.
Orthognathic Surgery Re-Emerges as Strategic Solution for Complex Skeletal Malocclusions
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 5, 2025 – In a dental landscape increasingly dominated by minimally invasive approaches, orthognathic surgery—supported by pre- and post-surgical orthodontics—is regaining prominence as a critical solution for addressing complex skeletal deformities that fall beyond the scope of traditional orthodontics.