• Global Med Technologies (Denver) said that its Wyndgate Technologies division has submitted its ElDorado Donor software for a 510(k) clearance by the FDA. ElDorado Donor is intended as a comprehensive blood management software application designed to provide for the information system needs of a blood bank and donor centers. The software is designed to manage, automate, and control activities associated with donors, donor collections, testing, manufacturing, inventory, and distribution.

• LDR (Austin, Texas) reported completing enrollment of its single-level study for the Mobi-C cervical artificial disc. The Mobi-C, a second-generation disc, is designed to provide six degrees of freedom via a mobile bearing technology, potentially allowing for better replication of the natural kinematics of the spine, according to LDR. The product includes a “screw-less and keel-less” feature that provides for minimal disruption to the cervical spine during implantation. The design features make this device ideally suited for multi-level surgeries, an anticipated indication for many patients throughout the world. The Mobi-C was introduced outside the U.S. in November 2004 and has subsequently been implanted in over 4300 patients worldwide. LDR makes spinal implants for both non-fusion and fusion applications.

• Small Bone Innovations (New York) reported the introduction of the “next generation” model of its RingFIX circular fixation system to treat diseases and trauma of the lower limb such as Charcotfoot. SBI also reported that it had received FDA clearance to introduce a series of “FootFIX” forefoot fixation pins, staples and screws to expand its lower limb portfolio. The RingFIX system has been modified to accommodate a wider range of foot and ankle conditions than its predecessor. The current system comprises 208 components including stainless steel half pins, rods, drill and bayonet tip wires, 53 light alloy rings and aluminum or carbon fiber foot plate options. SBI focuses on making products for the small bone and joint sector of the orthopedic industry.