Avicenna.ai SAS received U.S. FDA clearance for its Cina-Cspine algorithm, which uses machine learning technology to detect and triage cervical spine fractures from computed tomography images. The tool automatically flags imaging findings that are compatible with acute cervical spine fractures, which can cause serious neurological damage or paralysis. Read More
The U.S. CMS believes it has a quandary on its hands with regard to transitional pass-through payment for renal denervation devices, but the Medical Device Manufacturers Association urged the agency to provide separate payment mechanisms for these devices as seen in the inpatient final rule. Read More
As med-tech startups look to raise capital without diluting the valuation of their company, many may look to sell distribution rights in certain geographies to interested companies. Read More
Australia is the skin cancer capital of the world, but with a shortage of dermatologists, patients often wait too long to get skin checks that could end up costing them their lives. Read More
How do exercise and insulin collaborate in metabolism? The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) and the Novo Nordisk Foundation recognized the work of Juleen Zierath in this topic with the Diabetes Prize for Excellence at their recent annual meeting. Read More
Clinical updates, including trial initiations, enrollment status and data readouts and publications: Aces Diagnostics, Dermasensor, Focus on Lyme. Read More
Regulatory snapshots, including global submissions and approvals, clinical trial approvals and other regulatory decisions and designations: Avicenna, GE Healthcare, Sonio. Read More
