MedTech News
.................... by Andrew Celentano
Vascularized retinal organoids engineered with functional light-signal pathways
Until now, it has been difficult to maintain retinal ganglion cells deep inside organoids over extended periods. The supply of nutrients and oxygen in the densely packed tissues is limited, leading to cell death.
Amplifi Vascular wins FDA breakthrough nod for vein dilation system
Amplifi Vascular announced that it received breakthrough device designation for its Amplifi Vein Dilation System.
Johnson & Johnson MedTech launches mobile simulator for breast procedures
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ)+
announced that it launched the Arbrea Breast Simulator Surgeon App for Mentor in the U.S.
Elekta gets FDA nod for AI-powered linear accelerator for radiology
Elekta announced today that its Evo CT linear accelerator (linac) received FDA 510(k) clearance, making it available to U.S. radiation oncology professionals.
Proprio’s Fourth FDA Clearance Highlights Growing Shift to 3D Measurement in Spine Care
SEATTLE, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Proprio, the surgical technology company pioneering real-time, AI-powered intraoperative guidance and data-driven surgical workflows, today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance for the “Picasso” feature. This marks the company’s fourth FDA-cleared capability within its Paradigm platform.
BD wins FDA nod for breast biopsy, tissue removal system
BD (NYSE: BDX)+
announced today that the FDA granted 510(k) clearance for its EnCore EnCompass breast biopsy and tissue removal system.
EndoQuest gets FDA green light to initiate final stage of surgical robot trial
EndoQuest Robotics announced today that the FDA approved the initiation of the next and final stage of its PARADIGM trial.
Research Spotlight: Developing “Smart” Nanoparticles to Deliver Targeted Gene Therapy in Osteoarthritis
Nanoparticles are engineered to home in on areas where cartilage has degenerated in osteoarthritis, ensuring that treatment concentrates exactly where it is needed