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Khabre desk
Recent reporting, analysis and explainers from the medical-devices desk.
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A BMJ editorial argues that FDA adverse-event reports can flag medical-device safety concerns, while clinical registries help measure risk. It cites a cross-sectional study that found frequent errors and delays in MAUDE summary reports.
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The FDA approved the Autus Size-Adjustable Valve for children with congenital pulmonary valve disease. It can be widened after implantation as a child grows, though longer-term studies are still underway.
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A bioRxiv preprint describes SpiraMed, a helical catheter designed to deliver therapies across a brain target through one access path per target. Testing in phantoms, sheep and cadaveric human brain reported improved coverage and reduced reflux, but the work is preclinical.