Glytec announced today that it expanded its collaboration with Roche to integrate software with smart diabetes technology. The two companies initially struck a partnership in early 2022. They aimed to combine Glytec’s FDA-cleared Glucommander insulin dosing decision support software with Roche’s expertise in medical devices and IT solutions. It marked an effort to address the […]
Hospital Care
B. Braun launches luer device for IV infusions
B. Braun Medical announced that it launched its new CareSite Micro luer access device designed to make IV access safer. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based B. Braun designed the device to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals. It aims to decrease infection risk in IV access for patients and healthcare providers. The company says its device is the only […]
Fresenius Kabi, Mayo Clinic ink deal on Ivenix infusion system
Fresenius Kabi announced that it signed a multi-year purchase agreement with Mayo Clinic centered around large-volume infusion pumps. The Lake Zurich, Illinois-based company expects Mayo Clinic to purchase 10,000 Ivenix pumps for hospitals and clinics in Minnesota, Arizona and Florida. It marks the largest contract for Ivenix pumps signed by the company to date. Ivenix, […]
Admetsys wins FDA breakthrough nod for automated glucose control tech
Admetsys announced today that it received FDA breakthrough device designation for its automated glucose control system. The system — also a continuous blood diagnostics system — aims to fill a key gap in the standard of care. Boston-based Admetsys designed it to automatically measure multiple blood analytes, including glucose, in real time. It requires no […]
FDA clears new infusion pump and software from ICU Medical
ICU Medical (Nasdaq:ICUI) announced today that the FDA granted 510(k) clearance to its Plum Duo infusion pump with LifeShield infusion safety software. The San Clemente, California-based company plans to make the pump and software available to U.S. customers in early 2024. Plum Duo, the latest addition to the ICU Medical infusion device portfolio, builds on […]
Glytec unveils updated Glucommander insulin dosing software
Glytec today unveiled the newest version of its Glucommander insulin dosing software that enables best practice, personalized care. The Glucommander platform helps to streamline workflows, improve outcomes and support electronic health record (EHR) systems. Waltham, Massachusetts-based Glytec says it closely follows the next evolution of GlucoMetrics released this past spring. GlucoMetrics provides new insights and […]
Fresenius Kabi wins Vizient contract for Ivenix infusion system
Fresenius Kabi this week announced its Ivenix infusion system was awarded an Innovative Technology contract from Vizient. Vizient members include more than half of all acute care hospitals in the U.S., and the Innovative Technology contracts are recommended after review and interaction with products submitted through the organization’s program. The contract sets terms for hospitals […]
Vero Biotech wins FDA approval for inhaled nitric oxide delivery with anesthesia in the OR
Vero Biotech announced that the FDA approved its second-generation Genosyl system for use with rebreathing anesthesia in the operating room setting. Atlanta-based Vero Biotech designed Genosyl for inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) delivery. This approval covers the second-generation Genosyl device. The third-generation device — which recently received FDA approval — has not yet been tested with […]
FDA approves next-gen inhaled nitric oxide delivery system from Vero Biotech
Vero Biotech announced that it received FDA approval for its latest-generation tankless inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) delivery system. Atlanta-based Vero Biotech developed its third-generation Genosyl delivery system for respiratory therapists. Its new features include faster dosing, simpler workflow and operational efficiency. The system speeds up dosing with an adaptive sensor and automated cassette activation feature. […]
FDA clears syringe infusion pump with Dose IQ software from Baxter
Baxter (NYSE:BAX) announced today that the FDA issued 510(k) clearance to its Novum IQ infusion pump with Dose IQ safety software. Deerfield, Illinois-based Baxter designed its new Novum IQ syringe infusion pump (SYR) to deliver small amounts of fluid at low rates. It includes a technologically integrated user experience with enhanced safety features. The system […]
