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Physio-Control (Redmond, Washington), a subsidiary of Medtronic (Minneapolis), said it has received FDA clearance to market the Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillator in the U.S.

"With the Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillator, Physio-Control is delivering on its commitment to provide innovative, reliable and durable equipment to emergency personnel so they can focus on the most important task at hand — saving lives," said Brian Webster, president of Physio-Control.

"This industry was built on the innovations delivered by Physio-Control and the Lifepak 15 monitor continues to define the new standard for emergency care products."

Physio-Control makes external defibrillation and monitoring technology for the treatment of sudden cardiac arrest and other cardiorespiratory emergencies.