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    Mainstay Medical announces headline results from ReActiv8-B clinical study

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    Viz.ai designated as American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get With the...

    iSchemaView RAPID integrates with Join, Allm’s medical communications platform

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    FDA approves new SynchroMed II myPTM Personal Therapy Manager that enables...

    Acandis receives European CE mark approval for its ACCERO stent

    Monteris Medical announces FDA clearance of NeuroBlate Optic laser probe

    Biogen advances research to improve outcomes for patients with multiple sclerosis

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    Medtronic launches the Control Workflow to help eliminate oral opioids and...

    Balt announces receiving CE mark for Magic Glue, a next generation...

    Time is “money”, not just brain

    SPR Therapeutics awarded US$10M to develop its SPRINT peripheral nerve stimulation...

    First intracranial aneurysm patients treated with BRAVO Flow Diverter

    SPR Therapeutics announces first use of SPRINT extensa dual-lead peripheral nerve...

    Senza

    Nevro receives TGA approval for Senza II spinal cord stimulation system...

    Largest ever study of depression and anxiety to transform mental health...

    International neurointerventional societies outline new criteria for facilities that treat stroke

    Vesalio initiates full commercial launch of NeVa

    Innovative on-ambulance PHAST-TSC trial for treatment of acute stroke approved by...

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    Positive US FDA Feedback on its NeuroSTAT traumatic brain injury development...

    Coverage decision extends DRG therapy to 22 million Americans living with...

    PathMaker Neurosystems launches European clinical trial of MyoRegulator

    Phase 2 trial of novel treatment for ischaemic stroke initiated

    Penumbra announces acquisition of controlling interest in MVI health

    Penumbra launches JET 7 and Penumbra JET D in USA

    Trial shows unprecedented slowing in progressive multiple sclerosis

    Wide neck bifurcation aneurysms treated safely in WEB trial

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

    Evidence in favour of DRG stimulation builds with new study

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    Treatment with ITB therapy vs. oral medication shows quality of life...

    Breastfeeding may help protect mothers against stroke

    US FDA clears first magnetic, non-invasive device treatment for OCD

    Non-invasive brain stimulation may help symptoms of neurodegenerative ataxias

    Randomised controlled trial needed to determine safety of direct mechanical thrombectomy...

    US FDA clears non-opioid SPRINT endura and extensa peripheral nerve stimulation...

    Neuroform Atlas stent system expanded indication

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    BRAVO flow diverter receives European regulatory approval

    Abbott expands its directional deep brain stimulation therapy by offering new...

    Intellis is now licensed in Canada

    Phase 2 clinical trial of NSI-189 in ischaemic stroke initiated

    Corindus names Aquilla S Turk as chief medical officer, Neuroendovascular

    Rapid Medical receives CE mark approval for TIGERTRIEVER 13

    Patent litigation update for Nevro–Boston Scientific case

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    First ischaemic stroke patients treated with EMBOTRAP II revascularisation device since...

    Researchers find major inequalities in acute stroke treatment across Europe

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    New stroke imaging technology could reduce potential for patient brain damage

    Clinical study looking into mechanical thrombectomy for major stroke starts in...

    Stroke public education campaigns need to raise awareness of TIAs

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    Portable device detects severe stroke with 93% sensitivity

    Mainstay Medical announces the completion of all implants in the ReActiv8-B...

    Pre-market approval for Surpass Streamline flow diverter

    Algovita SCS System implantations reach 2,000 in the USA

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    Nuvectra issues update on US FDA and CE mark applications for...

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    First-in-man series of the DAISe clot management system intiated

    One in five UK doctors say understaffing has affected patient safety

    Christopher M Smith joins Neuromod Board as strategic advisor

    Adding subcutaneous nerve stimulation allows more effective low back pain relief

    International study suggests combination therapy may prevent second stroke in certain...

    How to treat ischaemic stroke fast: Getting the correct patient to...

    Life-saving stroke educational program goes global

    Deep brain stimulation associated with a decreased risk of fall in...

    Thrombectomy in acute stroke therapy: Feasible for very old patients, but...

    Focused ultrasound earns positive NICE guidance for treatment of essential tremor

    Deep brain stimulation showing promise for patients with mild Alzheimer’s disease...

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    US FDA issues draft guidances for recommended premarket testing and labelling...

    New clinician programmer for deep brain stimulation therapy

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    FDA clearance for SOFIA thrombectomy device

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    ESO and SAFE launch new stroke action plan for Europe: 2018-2030

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    Aura intracranial pressure monitoring system receives US FDA 510(k) clearance

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    Enrolment of ENRICH trial reaches 100 patients

    MicroVention announces US FDA approval for neuro stent device

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    Image quality can be maintained while reducing patient radiation dose

    Cerenovus receives US FDA clearance for next generation stent retriever device...

    State-of-the-art imaging solution provides automated scoring to assess early signs of...

    First neuromate stereotactic robot-assisted procedure in Scotland has taken place

    The US Department for Homeland Security warns of cybersecurity weakness of...

    International study suggests combination therapy may prevent stroke in certain people

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    Medtronic receives FDA Approval for deep brain stimulation therapy for medically...

    FDA cautions about risks of coiling for brain aneurysms

    First patient enrolled in TIGER pivotal clinical study

    RAPID CTA gets FDA clearance

    Hip hop music improves community preparedness for stroke in the USA

    High TICI 2b/3 scores in TREVO registry of ischaemic stroke patients

    Trevo retriever becomes first and only device indicated for acute ischaemic...

    EmboTrap (Neuravi/Johnson and Johnson’s Cerenovus) achieved a high reperfusion rate among acute ischaemic stroke patients with large vessel occlusion. With three, or fewer, passes of the device, 80.2% patients in the study achieved mTICI 2b–3 grade revascularisation in the target vessel. The results were presented at International Stroke Conference (ISC; 24–26 January 2018, Los Angeles, USA)

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    DEFUSE 3 shows favourable outcomes for late-window patients and triggers expanded...

    New guidelines promote safety for patients on antithrombotic drugs undergoing anaesthesia...

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    Axonics secures US$40M financing to commercialise neuromodulation device

    Brainomix secures £7m investment to tackle strokes with AI

    FDA approves septal occluder for PFO closure to prevent recurrent ischaemic...

    BioSig announces submission of FDA 510(k) application for PURE EP system

    Gene therapy may help brain heal from stroke, other injuries

    Stroke affects more than just the physical

    FDA recalls brain surgery device due to heating problem

    Long stent retrievers associated with increased rates of first-pass reperfusion

    WEAVE trial shows positive results using Wingspan stent system

    Optima Coil System receives 510(k) clearance

    FDA approves PulseRider device for marketing

    Pulsante Therapy awarded prestigious Forfait Innovation package to fast-track medical innovation...

    Biogen buys Pfizer’s unwanted neuro med for US$75M

    Neurovascular embolisation coils: potential for increased image artifact when using magnetic...

    RegeneRx receives “decision to grant” European patent for treatment of peripheral...

    Soin Neuroscience commences a clinical case series with Nuvectra’s Algovita spinal...

    Brain’s immune system is key to recovery from motor neuron degeneration...

    Birth control pills increase risk of ischaemic stroke

    Brain injury may boost risk of Alzheimer’s earlier in life

    TRAIL multicentre study finds LVIS devices safe and effective in aneurysm...

    Shorter treatment times for endovascular therapy with “trip-and-treat” stroke model

    A new approach to mechanical thrombectomy: The SAVE technique

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    New blood test detects traumatic brain injury—not concussion

    Three Rivers Medical receives CE mark for the Rio embolisation coil...

    FDA releases final rule on acceptance of data from clinical investigations...

    Stretchable electronics a “game changer” for stroke recovery treatment

    RegeneRX receives Canadian patent for treating neurological injury and damage

    Perflow Medical closes US$12 million in financing to treat complex neurovascular...

    FDA expands treatment window for use of clot retrieval devices in...

    FDA authorises marketing of first blood test to aid in the...

    “Shuffle” stimulation improves pain scores in pilot study

    Rapid Medical device proves promising for safely supporting aneurysm coiling occlusion

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    FDA permits marketing of software that may alert doctors of stroke...

    Canon Medical Systems’ Vantage Galan 3T XGO Edition receives FDA clearance

    Eye could provide “window to the brain” after stroke

    EmboTrap (Neuravi/Johnson and Johnson’s Cerenovus) achieved a high reperfusion rate among acute ischaemic stroke patients with large vessel occlusion. With three, or fewer, passes of the device, 80.2% patients in the study achieved mTICI 2b–3 grade revascularisation in the target vessel. The results were presented at International Stroke Conference (ISC; 24–26 January 2018, Los Angeles, USA)

    ARISE II results show two-thirds of ischaemic stroke patients return to...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Deep brain stimulation shows promise as treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

    COMPASS study finds ADAPT non-inferior to stent retriever for first-line mechanical...

    Pathway R-1 registry study demonstrates Pulsante therapy effectively treats cluster headaches

    New ischaemic stroke guidelines widen mechanical thrombectomy window to 24 hours...

    Cerenovus launches next generation embolic coil for treatment of cerebral aneurysms...

    “Aspiration first” approach with Penumbra system demonstrates favourable outcomes for acute...

    The Joint Commission, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association announce new thrombectomy...

    Medtronic gets US FDA clearance for Riptide aspiration system

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    WHISPER SCS study: therapy optimisation associated with more effective pain relief

    Two trials validate use of image-based selection for late window stroke...

    Spectra WaveWriter Spinal Cord Stimulator System receives FDA approval

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    FDA approves Senza II Spinal Cord Stimulation System

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    FDA approves new clinician programmer for SynchroMed II intrathecal drug delivery...

    First patient enrolled in study to assess optimised spinal cord stimulation...

    Vercise deep brain stimulation system gains FDA approval

    RICOH MEG receives FDA 510(k) clearance

    StimRouter Neuromodulation System eligible for increased Medicare reimbursements

    CE mark approval for device to assist in rapid ischaemic stroke...

    Radiofrequency treatment provides pain relief in new study

    NANS responds to California DWC order to discontinue coverage of non-opioid...

    Brave Dreams trial finds venous angioplasty “safe, but largely ineffective” for...

    Real-life use of EmboTrap shows comparable outcomes to large stroke studies

    3D revascularisation device “valuable adjunct” to ADAPT

    Virtual reality training may be as effective as regular therapy after...

    Nevro receives CE mark for full-body MRI conditional labelling with the...

    Endovantage gains US FDA 510(k) clearance for Surgicalpreview

    New study shows significant clinical workflow and staff experience benefits of...

    Portable transcranial doppler technology can accurately measure strokes

    Neuroform Atlas stent system expanded indication

    FDA gives HDE approval for Neuroform Atlas to treat wide neck...

    Intellis platform receives CE mark for spinal cord and peripheral nerve...

    AFFINITY Phase 2 MS trial begins

    FDA approves pivotal study of Exablate Neuro for treatment of Parkinson’s...

    John Muir Health awarded Comprehensive Stroke Certification Accreditation

    Aleva Neurotherapeutics raises US$13 million in latest financing round

    First US patients treated with HyperArc High Definition Radiotherapy

    NeuroPace closes US$74 million equity funding to accelerate commercialisation of epilepsy...

    Claret Medical closes US$14.5 million in Series C financing to extend...

    African Americans live shorter lives due to heart disease and stroke

    FDA clears first 7T magnetic resonance imaging device

    FDA approves SenTiva device for treatment of epilepsy

    Risk factors on rise among people with stroke

    Transcranial electrical stimulation shows promise for treating mild traumatic brain injury

    European Stroke Organisation urges Europe to end “stroke care lottery”

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Closed-loop spinal cord stimulation may represent new paradigm to mitigate tolerance

    Door-to-puncture in 15 minutes: one centre’s goal

    FDA clears two spine and brain radiosurgery software applications

    First patient enrolled in TIGERTRIEVER acute ischaemic stroke registry

    Reduced stroke and mortality with cerebral protection use in TAVI patients

    Flexible battery could revolutionise implanted devices

    FDA approves Intellis platform for chronic pain

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    Cerus Endovascular provides corporate update, announces first-in-man use of intra-saccular stent

    Cerenovus launches in Europe

    Evidence in favour of DRG stimulation builds with real-world data

    “Better, safer and faster” workflow with new Azurion system

    DEFUSE 3 terminated early with high likelihood of benefit in the...

    Jason Hannon to replace Peter Crosby as Mainstay chief executive officer

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    No difference in pain relief between 1kHz and 10kHz spinal cord...

    Coiling of <5mm aneurysms safe and efficacious in Target registry sub-analysis

    Significant reduction in hospital workflow times with direct transfer to angiosuite

    US FDA clears Stimwave’s full-body MRI-ready wireless peripheral nerve stimulator

    Neuros Medical closes US$20 million venture financing deal

    American men may be having fewer strokes

    Robotic ankle rehabilitation helps post-stroke recovery

    LivaNova’s VNS Therapy receives CE mark for expanded MRI labelling

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    DBS for chronic neuropathic pain efficacious at three years’ follow-up

    Foundational study shows soft suit exoskeleton improves walking for stroke survivors

    Trial of third generation cerebral protection device to be initiated by...

    New method may help predict risk of bleeding after stroke

    Less than half of US stroke patients are prescribed recommended statins

    Quitting statins after stroke may raise risk of another stroke

    FDA clears Stimpod NMS460 non-invasive neuromodulation device

    VITAL study shows promise for early identification of serious strokes

    Lucid System gets software update

    Transcranial magnetic stimulation may improve accuracy of Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis

    Brainstorm receives US$16 million grant for Phase 3 clinical trial of...

    First neonatal magnetic resonance imaging device cleared by US FDA

    Penumbra recalls 3D Revascularization device

    Cerenovus introduced at SNIS

    Fujifilm’s T-817MA Alzheimer’s drug fails to meet primary study endpoints

    Massachusetts General Hospital and California Pacific Medical Center to participate in...

    A third of dementia cases could be prevented by targeting risk...

    Rapid Medical announces $9M in new funding

    Innovative Cardiovascular Solutions raises US$5 million in Series B financing for...

    Regional shortage of neurologists revealed across the USA

    MMA fighters, boxers may have signs of long-term brain injury in...

    XADAGO (safinamide) now available in the USA for Parkinson’s disease patients

    People with multiple sclerosis face delays in accessing treatments that could...

    SafeOp Surgical files for 10th patent, extending capabilities of its EPAD intraoperative...

    Sensome raises €4.7m to bring the world’s first connected stroke guidewire...

    cerus endovascular contour

    Contour Neurovascular System receives CE mark approval

    Sleep problems may be early sign of Alzheimer’s

    Traumatic brain injury associated with working-age dementia in nationwide study

    Treatment at high-volume centres more beneficial for stroke patients despite transfer...

    Radiofrequency denervation fails to provide clinically important chronic low back pain...

    UK hospital failed to act lawfully when sharing patient data with...

    Teenage weight gain linked to increased stroke risk as an adult

    stroke amid COVID-19

    New awards launched to advance research in cognitive aging and age-related...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Transcranial stimulation and/or physical therapy improves walking speed in Parkinson’s disease

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    SureTune3 earns CE mark for deep brain stimulation therapy

    Parkinson’s disease patients first to be treated with Leksell Vantage Stereotactic...

    Philips receives FDA 510(k) clearance to market multiple new applications on...

    LivaNova’s VNS Therapy receives FDA approval for expanded MRI labelling

    CMHP issues positive opinion for Merck’s Cladrabine tablets for multiple sclerosis

    Philips to acquire Electrical Geodesics

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Spinal cord stimulator implant infection rates decreasing

    MRI selection slows down randomisation but therapy benefit similar to CTP

    Neurostimulation protocol reduces spasticity in spinal cord injury

    First patients treated in study of Contour system

    First Canadian Renishaw Neuromate stereotactic robot installed

    Cefaly shown to successfully treat both chronic and refractory migraine

    Cirrhosis associated with increased risk of stroke

    Horse, rhythm-and-music therapies may boost recovery after stroke

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    CE mark for Vercise Gevia deep brain stimulation system

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    SureTune3 deep brain stimulation software receives Health Canada licence

    Sentinel becomes first cerebral protection device to receive FDA approval

    Saluda Medical secures US$40 million in series D financing

    First patient enrolled in APPRISE clinical study for optimisation of Parkinson’s...

    ASTER final data confirm no difference between ADAPT and stent retriever...

    CE mark approval for Stimwave’s world-first fully percutaneous spinal cord stimulator...

    DAWN of a new era: Time to save brain may be...

    Portable transcranial Doppler technology assesses stroke with >95% accuracy

    Teva Pharmaceutical launches social media campaign for World MS Day

    Q30 Innovations’s Q-Collar may help protect American football players’ brain function

    Longeveron begins enrolment of second cohort of trial of stem cell...

    Higher levels of biomarker linked to increased stroke risk for women

    Consumption of diet drinks associated with increased risk of stroke and...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Higher trial-to-implant ratio found at high-volume SCS centres

    Good outcomes doubled with primary stroke centre protocol, study shows

    FDA approves drug to treat ALS

    Stanford Health Care recertified as advanced comprehensive stroke centre

    Helistroke service: flying the physician to the stroke patient works

    Mexican-Americans receive less intensive stroke rehabilitation, new study says

    First Alzheimer’s trial with focused ultrasound begins

    Ralph L Sacco elected president of American Academy of Neurology

    University of Miami Health System starts trial to test regenerative treatment...

    Worse outcomes with general anaesthesia in pooled analysis of stroke patients

    Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) and Tysabri (natalizumab) data demonstrate improved outcomes with...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    High patient satisfaction levels for spinal cord stimulation over a 7.5-year...

    Findings support role of vascular disease in development of Alzheimer’s disease

    American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines programme expands to UAE

    Toshiba Medical and University of California, San Diego collaborate on advanced...

    Study examines stroke hospitalisation rates, risk factors

    Neural Analytics raises US$10 million in new funding round

    Codman Neuro acquires Neuravi

    Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration approves Freedom spinal cord stimulation system

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Deep brain stimulation decreases tics in young adults with severe Tourette...

    Man moves paralysed legs using spinal cord stimulation

    Medtronic announces voluntary worldwide recall of its StrataMR adjustable valves and...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Prospective study shows good efficacy with high-frequency spinal cord stimulation in...

    Regular exercise, not body mass, before stroke may predict disability later

    World Federation of Neurology welcomes WHO classification of stroke as neurological...

    Janssen and Premier to initiate stroke risk management study among AF...

    Insomnia associated with increased risk of heart attack and stroke

    FDA approves Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) for relapsing and primary progressive forms of...

    New process designed to streamline faster care for EMS triage, transport...

    Better neck coverage with “bulged centre” of Barrel device in wide-necked...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Low-profile multicolumn paddle lead improves access to spinal canal

    Study shows stem cell therapy is safe for stroke patients

    Portable 3D ultrasound will enable fieldside, roadside screening of head injury

    FDA approves safinamide to treat Parkinson’s disease

    Alkermes begins phase 3 gastrointestinal tolerability study of ALKS 8700 for...

    Vitamin E & selenium supplements do not prevent dementia

    TAVI Linked with bleeding in the brain and neurological impairment

    Embol-X and CardioGard do not reduce number of brain lesions, but...

    ACC 2017: Anticoagulant treatment may be unnecessary for stroke prevention following...

    First European cases using Emblok cerebral protection take place in Italy

    FDA clears Reveal LINQ Insertable Cardiac Monitor with TruRhythm Detection

    ADDRESS trial of Prometra II infusion system begins

    NICE recommends Zinbryta (daclizumab) for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis

    Patent issued to Perflow Medical for Stream Thrombectomy Net

    Enrolment stopped early in DAWN trial

    Telemedicine ambulance may deliver faster stroke care

    Hydrogel coils beat bare platinum in comparison study

    Integra LifeSciences to acquire Codman Neurosurgery business from Johnson & Johnson

    NuvOx Pharma and University of Arkansas begin phase IB/II clinical stroke...

    Wireless stimulation may ease migraine pain as well as drugs

    Women may be at higher risk for sports-related concussion than men

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Deep brain stimulation treatment for chronic anorexia is safe and may...

    Health Canada issues Medical Device License to Elekta for Leksell Gamma...

    Receiving a clot-buster drug before reaching the hospital may reduce stroke...

    Bleeding stroke survivors at higher risk of depression, dementia

    ESO-ESMINT-ESNR host annual Stroke Winter School

    ASTER RCT finds no significant difference between ADAPT and stent retriever...

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    Individualised patient care the future of SCS

    Enrolment complete in ARISE II trial of EmboTrap device

    Long-term outcomes following stem cell transplant for multiple sclerosis published in...

    Hormone therapy may not protect against Alzheimer’s disease

    First study of diet’s impact on dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, begins

    Blood test may help differentiate Parkinson’s from atypical Parkinsonism disorders

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    How do you design unbiased neuromodulation trials?

    New guidelines released to improve stroke reporting following cardiac procedures

    “Further improvement” in aspiration technology with ACE68

    First commercial implantation of Mainstay Medical’s ReActiv8 performed in Germany

    Acclino stents feasible in complex bifurcation aneurysms at mid-term follow-up

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    More research needed to show potential of neuromodulation

    burst spinal cord stimulation TRIUMPH

    Spinal cord stimulation reduces or stabilises opioid use among chronic pain...

    Proclaim DRG Neurostimulation System introduced in Europe

    Siemens Healthineers and Biogen to jointly develop new MRI tools for...

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

    ACCURATE 12-month data published in Pain

    Robert Califf to resign as US FDA commissioner

    Wanted: More interventionalists

    AAN releases new guideline on how to map brain prior to...

    First patient enrolled in haemorrhagic stroke RCT

    Nuvectra picks up New Product Innovation Award for SCS device

    Three-dimensional blood vessel examination may improve understanding of dementia and stroke

    BrainScope launches Ahead 300 device for objective assessment of mild head...

    Mediterranean Diet may aid brain volume retention

    Abbott completes the acquisition of St Jude Medical

    First-in-human trial of Golden Retriever to take place at Karolinska

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    New guidance on neuromodulation therapy to be published

    Medina embolisation device represents “a major step forward” in aneurysm treatment

    Brain generates replacement cells after stroke

    The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare approves Exablate Neuro...

    Impact Applications partners with UK’s Football Association to improve brain injury...

    NICE collaborates with US FDA on Payer Communication Taskforce

    First large, placebo-controlled double-blind stody of rTMS for Alzheimer’s receives funding

    CE mark for full body MR conditional labelling for Proclaim Elite...

    Codman Neuro announces acquisition of Pulsar Vascular Inc

    Endovascular therapy “appears to benefit” patients with large core and large...

    Nevro files lawsuit for patent infringement against Boston Scientific in the...

    CE mark for Quell wearable pain relief device

    Neuronix submits neuroAD System for FDA clearance

    Playing in the NFL may be associated with localised brain injury

    US FDA clears Endophys blood pressure monitor

    MedyMatch reveals artificial intelligence deep vision intracranial bleed detection technology

    Neural Analytics introduces Lucid M1 Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound System

    SVIN announces “Stroke: Mission Thrombectomy 2020”

    Philips to unveil suite of advanced MR-based software applications for assessment...

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    High rate of aneurysm occlusion with p64 at mid- and long-term...

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    Neuravi secures €15 million to fund expansion

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

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    Neighbourhoods important factor in risk of stroke for all races

    FDA clears portable brain monitoring information system

    New hope for recovery of hand movement for stroke patients

    New tool may predict survival after gunshot wounds

    Researchers at Ohio State University, USA, say deep brain stimulation from a device similar to a cardiac pacemaker can slow the decline of problem-solving and decision-making skills in Alzheimer’s patients.

    St Jude Medical shareholders approve merger with Abbott

    ANSWER study for wide-neck aneurysms meets primary endpoints

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    Infinity deep brain stimulation system approved in the USA

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    Expelling bottlenecks key to enhancing stroke pathways of care

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    First-in-man study associated with improved neurological function for stroke patients treated...

    Women, minorities may be undertreated for stroke

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    US FDA clears Icometrix’ image quantification software to monitor neurological disorders

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    BALT International acquires Blockade Medical

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    Scientists discover non-invasive technique to monitor migraines

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    Siemens and InSightec sign strategic agreement to develop compatibility between some...

    CE mark granted to Medtronic for SureTune2 deep brain stimulation therapy

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    burst spinal cord stimulation TRIUMPH

    Most patients with chronic trunk or limb pain experience “substantial” pain...

    InSightec Exablate coverage expands to 99.8million US individuals

    Boston Scientific acquires Cosman Medical radiofrequency ablation manufacturer

    Randomised trial of Penumbra 3D revascularisation device meets primary endpoints

    US FDA grants 510(k) clearance to Relievant Medsystems for Intracept

    Cefaly releases revamped pocket-sized model of migraine headband

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    Penumbra 3D trial results to be presented at SNIS 2016

    MicroPort NeuroTech hold results summary meeting for Tubridge multicentre trial

    Mentice receives grant to develop simulation-based training system for stroke treatment

    cerus endovascular contour

    New aneurysm device acts as both flow disruptor and diverter

    Long-term experience confirms ADAPT as effective treatment for stroke

    FDA approves first MRI-guided focused ultrasound device to treat essential tremor

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    Medical devices available in the EU before the USA are at...

    Data show significant favourable results for NICO BrainPath approach

    World Stroke Organisation and Medtronic to promote stroke awareness

    Digital strategies show promise for emergency heart and stroke care

    Blue Cross Blue Shield denies coverage for high-frequency spinal cord stimulation...

    St Jude Medical launches Infinity deep brain stimulation system and directional...

    Studies show promising results for Q-Collar head collision protection device

    Pulse frequency is “vital parameter” for successful spinal cord stimulation therapy

    There is a “place” for MR imaging in acute stroke

    Terumo acquires Sequent Medical

    Concussion outcome predicted with diffusion tensor imaging

    Midlife fitness linked to lower stroke risks later in life

    Windpact launches Crash Cloud helmet technology

    New technique captures the activity of an entire brain in a...

    Hansen Medical files 510(k) application to US FDA for Magellan neurological...

    Synchron appoints Martin Dieck as chairman

    Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon cleared for use in Japan and...

    Canadian Cancer Society-funded glioblastoma trial reduces risk of death by one...

    AbbVie presents safety and efficacy data for ABT-414

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    Mechanical thrombectomy treatment: When does the clock run out?

    Researchers identify genes tied to glioblastoma multiforme

    Nuvectra reports first quarter financial results

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    CE mark granted to Mainstay Medical for ReActiv8

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    Boston Scientific receives US FDA approval for Precision Montage MRI spinal...

    WILLIS included in Shanghai’s Drug Reimbursement List

    Thousandth patient enrolled in Stryker’s Trevo Retriever Registry

    Transplanted nerve cells survive a quarter of a century in a...

    Ten-year analysis investigates the ideal timing of cranioplasty

    Stimwave announces partnership with Kairuku

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    Neuravi stent retriever platform receives new US patent

    National Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) patient registry gains momentum

    Daclizumab demonstrates significant sustained improvements versus interferon beta-1A IM

    Changes in pulsatility and resistance indices of cerebral arteriovenous malformation feeder...

    American Association of Neurological Surgeons names Frederick A Boop president

    Alex B Valadka named as American Association of Neurological Surgeons president...

    Abbott to acquire St Jude Medical

    Novel combination technique prevents distal embolisation during thrombectomy

    burst spinal cord stimulation TRIUMPH

    Burst stimulation “generally” more effective than tonic

    American Academy of Neurology announces research program recipients

    Ergo Trainer offers a lift for rehabilitation patients

    Tecfidera data highlights benefit of early treatment in RRMS

    10-year Lemtrada follow-up data presented at AAN

    FDA approves new surgical leads for Senza SCS System

    Immune cells help the brain to self-heal after a stroke

    Once-a-day epilepsy drug may prevent seizures as well as twice-a-day drug

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    Over-the-counter drug may reverse chronic vision damage caused by multiple sclerosis

    Toshiba partners with UC Irvine for study of cerebral microbleeds in...

    Golden Retriever safe and effective in pre-clinical trials

    Study finds that more than 40% of retired NFL players had...

    Cornell researchers report blood-brain barrier breakthrough

    Transcranial direct current stimulation can boost language comprehension, Penn study finds

    Zika virus may now be tied to another brain disease

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

    First US commercial implants of Axium DRG system announced

    Neuros Medical completes interim analysis of pivotal study for post-amputation pain

    Monteris Medical receives IDE approval from FDA to evaluate NeuroBlate in...

    Data support “careful” use of mechanical thrombectomy in non-top tier evidence...

    NICE provides positive guidance on gammaCore treatment for the prevention and...

    Quality over quantity: Consensus document outlines training guidelines for ischaemic stroke...

    NeuroMetrix to collaborate with Premera Blue Cross to pilot Quell wearable...

    Right brain may help prediction of language recovery after stroke

    FDA clears Stimwave’s miniature StimQ peripheral nerve stimulator

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    Electrical brain stimulation could support stroke recovery

    Insightec broadcasts the first live Exablate Neuro brain treatment at ISTU...

    FDA proposes ban on most powdered medical gloves

    Women may keep verbal memory skills longer than men in the...

    Silk Road Medical receive CE mark for next-generation Enroute transcarotid neuroprotection...

    Magnetic Insight to collaborate with Stanford University on magnetic particle imaging...

    SVIN releases consensus criteria for standardising stroke infrastructure

    SVIN publishes recommendations for endovascular therapy of acute stroke

    Penumbra Coil 400 safe and effective in small aneurysms

    IDE study for the WEB system completes enrolment

    UK government publishes plan for improved dementia research, care and diagnosis...

    Concussion assessment tool may help predict risk of persistent postconcussion symptoms...

    SITS Open stroke trial includes phenox pREset thrombectomy device

    Greater awareness of neurosurgical issues needed

    First US patient treated with Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon

    Medtronic offer first complete portfolio of full-body MR conditional neurostimulation systems

    University of Texas Southwestern collaborates to develop memory-improvement device

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    Results for concussion sideline vision tests may vary when English is...

    Gamma Knife and RapidArc equally effective at eradicating brain metasteses

    NICO announces BrainPath haemorrhagic stroke trial

    NICE concludes that use of mechanical clot retrieval is effective in...

    FDA confirms Robert Califf as new commissioner

    Outcomes of UK stroke trial consistent with other published data

    Tubridge granted Green Channel status for CFDA approval

    CREST trial shows no difference between stenting and endarterectomy at 10...

    Mobile stroke unit debuted in Northwestern Ohio, USA

    Stenting as effective as carotid endarterectomy for prevention of strokes in...

    Rapid symptom improvement does not imply better stroke recovery

    Prevalence of stroke shown to increase as pollution levels rise

    Computed tomography perfusion imaging may determine best candidates for clot removal

    Cost of clot-busting altepase outpaces US reimbursement

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

    FDA approves Axium Neurostimulator System for dorsal root ganglion stimulation

    FDA approves deep brain stimulation for people with Parkinson’s disease with...

    Codman Neuro launches Enterprise 2 in the USA

    Sequent Medical initiates study of WEB aneurysm embolisation system for ruptured...

    Mobile stroke unit with telemedicine proves feasible in Cleveland Clinic investigation

    Study finds significant cognitive impairment in adult survivors of childhood brain...

    Bioness StimRouter neuromodulation system clinical trial results published

    Proton beam therapy may be as safe as radiotherapy for treatment...

    Natalizumab tied to rising John Cunningham virus levels in people with...

    Jan Medical secures US$7.5 million in series C funding from Brainlab

    No true distinction in selection criteria between HF10 and burst stimulation

    Clot-busting treatment safe and effective for patients who required living assistance...

    Team develop wireless, dissolvable sensors to monitor intracranial pressure and temperature

    vasopharm raises €20 million funding for European phase III trial of...

    Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation device from electroCore reduces the incidence of...

    First coil key during PulseRider procedures in wide-neck aneurysms

    First stroke patient treated with Rapid Medical’s Tigertriever

    Aridhia’s data platform used in major £64m European research collaboration to...

    First stroke patient treated with Rapid Medical’s Tigertriever

    Poor sleep in the elderly linked to hardened brain arteries

    Medtronic launches OsteoCool radiofrequency ablation system in the US

    High-density stimulation restores efficacy in failed spinal cord stimulation therapy

    Philips and Banyan Biomarkers partner to develop and commercialise new handheld...

    InSightec secures US$22 million and appoints Maurice R Ferré as chief...

    Knowledge, experience and training are the calling cards of the mechanical...

    Almost no learning curve with Barrel reconstruction device

    The evolution of the Enterprise

    Taking vitamin D may counter the hyperactive immune response found in...

    New AAN tools advise athletes suspected of experiencing concussion to stop...

    AdvaMed, MITA & MDMA applaud congress for passage of the medical...

    Good outcome after stroke less likely if blood flow restoration is...

    World stroke leaders meet at inaugural Clot Summit 2015

    InspireMD receives EU regulatory approval for additional supplier of CGuard delivery...

    Stimwave Freedom-8A spinal cord stimulation system receives FDA clearance

    CMS approves transitional pass-through payment for outpatient use of Nevro’s Senza...

    Stimwave receives CE mark approval for Freedom-8A spinal cord stimulation system

    patients suffering from complex regional pain syndrome

    Long-term data confirm positive pain relief results for Axium system

    Medtronic and Samsung to collaborate on telehealth solutions for neuromodulation patients

    StimRelieve receives FDA IDE approval for a wireless stimulator system for...

    SUNBURST data demonstrates superior pain relief results for Burst Stimulation over...

    LUMINA data demonstrate 70% greater low back pain relief with Precision...

    Activa deep brain stimulation systems receive FDA approval for full-body MRI

    New European code says no to direct sponsorship of physicians to...

    Exablate Neuro platform approved by Korean Ministry of Food and Drug...

    St Jude Medical launches spinal cord stimulation system in Europe

    Karolinska University Hospital to purchase Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon

    Karolinska University Hospital to purchase Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon

    Adults with congenital heart defects at considerably higher risk of stroke

    First-line aspiration with Sofia device is “worth a try”

    First clinical report on Comaneci device shows good aneurysm occlusion

    FDA approves Proclaim Elite SCS System

    FDA issues safety communication on lubricious coating separation from intravascular medical...

    First-line aspiration with Sofia device is “worth a try”

    Monarch eTNS system by Neurosigma receives CE mark approval for treatment...

    BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics’ trial of NurOwn in ALS deemed safe by...

    Patient follow-up completed for BlueWind Medical’s Peripheral Neuropathic Pain study

    Patient follow-up completed for BlueWind Medical’s Peripheral Neuropathic Pain study

    Deep brain stimulation of the fornix (DBSf) shows benefit in the...

    Deep brain stimulation of the fornix (DBSf) shows benefit in the...

    NeuroPace RNS system receives ‘Most Promising New Product’ award

    NeuroPace RNS system receives ‘Most Promising New Product’ award

    First patient treated in ARISE II

    Endovascular intervention associated with improved functional outcomes following stroke compared to...

    Silk Road Medical enrols first patient in ROADSTER 2 trial

    CE mark application for Mainstay Medical’s ReActiv8

    Gamma Knife thalamotomy safe and effective for severe medically refractory tremor

    IMS III and MR CLEAN pooled analysis validates endovascular therapy for...

    Stent retriever technology named as a Top Medical Innovation by Cleveland...

    Blockade Medical announces closing of equity financing round and the formation...

    Treatment of brain haemorrhage after thrombolysis for stroke not associated with...

    Insightec submits pre-market application for FDA approval of Exablate Neuro for...

    Magnetically stimulating the unaffected brain hemisphere after a stroke could encourage...

    Silk Road Medical receives up to US$57 million investment to continue...

    Enrolment complete for PulseRider US clinical trial

    Johns Hopkins epilepsy study is the first ResearchKit app to gather...

    Seven US medical centres to acquire Elekta’s new Leksell Gamma Knife...

    Seven US medical centres to acquire Elekta’s new Leksell Gamma Knife...

    WEB .021” approved for use in US IDE study

    WEB .021″ approved for use in US IDE study

    Medtronic TYRX Neuro Absorbable Antibacterial Envelope now available for use with...

    Breakthrough for electrode implants in the brain

    Silk Road Medical announces first US commercial case with the Enroute...

    Marcus Neuroscience Institute introduces Senza spinal cord stimulation

    Codman Certas Plus programmable valve offers new versatility in treating hydrocephalus

    Neuravi announces European launch of EmboTrap revascularisation device

    InspireMD announces full market launch of CGuard distributed by Penumbra

    “Push & Fluff” deployment proves better for radiopaque retriever

    New device is “equivalent to, or better than” known flow diverters...

    EmboTrap could be a “promising” device for acute ischaemic stroke

    EmboTrap could be a “promising” device for acute ischaemic stroke

    New device is “equivalent to, or better than” known flow diverters...

    Monteris Medical announces data reinforcing clinical efficacy of NeuroBlate laser ablation...

    AcuteCare Telemedicine partners with Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital on Telestroke programme

    AcuteCare Telemedicine partners with Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital on Telestroke programme

    Medtronic acquires Lazarus Effect

    UCI brain-computer interface enables paralysed man to walk

    Researchers use neuroimaging to measure early cognitive improvement after mild TBI

    Study uncovers brain abnormalities responsible for tinnitus and chronic pain

    Infinity deep brain stimulation system and directional DBS lead receive CE...

    Penumbra announces pricing of initial public offering

    Researchers find evidence of link between stress and Alzheimer’s disease

    Only high-powered near-infrared light regenerates damage from traumatic brain injury

    Medtronic launches Arc support catheter series in USA for treatment of...

    Alzheimer’s disease consists of three distinct subtypes according to UCLA study

    Alzheimer’s disease consists of three distinct subtypes according to UCLA study

    Researchers find evidence of link between stress and Alzheimer’s disease

    European society releases proposal for Standards of Practice in interventional stroke...

    Phenox launches pToWin study to assess efficacy of pCONus bifurcation aneurysm...

    60 minutes or less: Time to reperfusion in acute stroke therapy...

    Researchers discover new potential marker for migraine

    Boston Scientific announces CE mark for the Vercise primary cell deep...

    VA Spinal Cord Injury Center demonstrates clinical improvement with EarlySense monitoring...

    Neuravi appoints Robert Stern to board of directors

    Medtronic acquires Medina Medical

    Flowonix Medical announces first use of its Patient Therapy Controller

    Neuroform Atlas stent system expanded indication

    Stryker Neurovascular launches Neuroform Atlas Stent System in Europe

    Safety and efficiency of single-layer WEB device comparable to that of...

    Aperio device effective and safe in treatment of acute stroke

    New study finds that Cefaly has high efficacy for migraine prevention

    University Hospital La Timone is world’s first to treat patients with...

    St Jude Medical receives CE mark for MRI conditional labelling of...

    The number of people with dementia in some Western European countries...

    “We all need the strength” to challenge unacceptable behaviour

    Remedy Pharmaceuticals initiates phase 2A study of Cirara in spinal cord...

    Presymptomatic ALS patients consume more calories but have lower BMIs than...

    Use of US emergency services for stroke differs by race and...

    BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics completes enrolment in phase 2 trial of NurOwn...

    Flowonix Medical Patient Therapy Controller receives FDA approval

    FDA clears Leksell Gamma Knife Icon

    Blood test predicts prognosis for traumatic brain injuries

    Neuroreader software speeds detection of brain volume changes and diagnosis of...

    Paralysed men move legs with new non-invasive spinal cord stimulation

    Generally-accepted tools used to select patients for aneurysm treatment in need...

    Device innovation is driving improvement in stroke treatment outcomes

    Codman Neuro launches family of coils for treatment of brain aneurysms

    Some stroke treatments proven to reduce health care costs

    Mobile stroke units may improve survival rates for ischaemic stroke patients

    Emergency transport times for stroke patients still in need of improvement,...

    ACE64 study demonstrates high revascularisation rates, quick procedure times

    SENZA-RCT results published in Anesthesiology

    Survey shows need for greater consistency in “real world” observational research

    Concussion may impact men and women differently

    stroke amid COVID-19

    Migraine in older smokers may increase stroke risk

    Hospitals often overestimate their ability to deliver fast stroke care

    Two leading researchers in Alzheimer’s disease receive 2015 MetLife Foundation Awards...

    FDA approves MR-conditional paddle lead for management of chronic pain

    US study finds DRG superior to conventional stimulation across all endpoints

    Intervention lessens severity of tinnitus

    Study supports use of local anaesthesia during endovascular treatment of stroke

    FDA clears St Jude Medical Invisible Trial System

    Alzheimer’s may affect the brain differently in African-Americans than European-Americans

    Alzheimer’s may affect the brain differently in African-Americans than European-Americans

    Sequent Medical awarded US patent for composite wire implant designs

    Mainstay Medical announces two additional US patents

    Three European health centres to use Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon...

    Three European health centres to use Elekta’s Leksell Gamma Knife Icon...

    Uric acid may lessen women’s disability after stroke

    Kessler Foundation study shows brain activity changes after cognitive rehabilitation for...

    Study shows long-term effects of type 2 diabetes on the brain,...

    UC Davis researchers find key mechanism that causes neuropathic pain

    TBI can now be identified, say researchers in neuroimaging study

    Reducing stroke damage may be next application for OCT technology

    New clinical trial harnesses the power of the immune system to...

    HAPTIX starts work to provide prosthetic hands with sense of touch

    InVivo Therapeutics reports significant improvement of two Neuro-Spinal Scaffold patients

    Memorial Hermann completes first NeuroPace RNS system procedure for epilepsy patient

    Electrical nerve stimulation can reverse spinal cord injury nerve damage in...

    Rapid response to children’s stroke symptoms may speed diagnosis

    Improved survival in adult patients with low-grade brain tumours

    Location makes a significant difference in stoke treatment in the USA

    Brain and spine surgery no riskier when physicians-in-training participate

    Stent retrievers now recommended for some stroke patients

    Flowonix Medical and Alliance Spine and Pain Centers announce first Prometra...

    Southend University Hospital utilises 3D Systems’ simulator for life-saving team training...

    Southend University Hospital utilises 3D Systems’ simulator for life-saving team training...

    MicroPort introduces Tubridge aneurysm device

    MicroPort introduces Tubridge aneurysm device

    Neuravi announces €19m in financing to advance innovative minimally invasive stroke...

    FDA approves Brio neurostimulation system

    Scientists find way to disrupt brain tumour stem cells

    New injectable electronics system holds promise for basic neuroscience and neuro-degenerative...

    NIH names Walter J Koroshetz director of the National Institute of...

    In-home noninvasive brain stimulator may ease Parkinson’s symptoms

    Stroke education helps patients recognise stroke symptoms; encourages fast response

    In-home noninvasive brain stimulator may ease Parkinson’s symptoms

    The International Neuromodulation Society names a Giant of Neuromodulation

    Elekta CE marks Leksell Gamma Knife Icon

    Relief of dystonia symptoms is sustained in paediatric patients undergoing deep...

    burst spinal cord stimulation TRIUMPH

    Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain led to decreased healthcare costs...

    New data demonstrate greater pain relief with Boston Scientific Precision Spectra...

    Stimwave receives FDA approval for IDE trial of Freedom system

    US space programme researchers develop potential nano-tools for deep brain stimulation

    Five scientific abstracts win inaugural competition at the International Neuromodulation Society...

    Aneurysms may recur years after endovascular treatment

    Wirion embolic protection device receives US FDA clearance for carotid indication

    Axium system found to provide superior pain relief over traditional spinal...

    Weekly non-invasive brain stimulation provides long-term relief of post-stroke pain

    InVivo Therapeutics announces enrolment of third patient in pilot spinal cord...

    StemCells commences second cohort of the Pathway study in cervical spinal...

    Strokes steal eight years’ worth of brain function, new study suggests

    Strokes steal eight years’ worth of brain function, new study suggests

    Invisible Trial System receives CE mark approval

    Boston Scientific launches the Precision Novi spinal cord stimulator system in...

    LowerMyDose website launches

    Closer link needed between neurologists and cardiologists

    Stroke prevention app paves the way for world-first global study

    New study shows Cefaly returns normal metabolic activity to brain areas...

    Risks of whole brain radiation therapy and radiosurgery outweigh benefits for...

    Mainstay Medical gains approval to start US clinical trial of ReActiv8

    Silk Road Medical appoints Andrew Davis as executive vice president of...

    FDA clears Penumbra ACE64 for acute ischaemic stroke patients

    First commercial procedure of HF10 therapy performed in the USA

    FDA grants premarket approval for Enroute transcarotid stent system

    Prodigy SCS approved and first implanted in Canada

    A SMARTer approach to stroke care

    Insightec announces launch of Neurosurgery System on 1.5T MRI platform

    Data demonstrates efficacy of Brainsway’s Deep TMS for treatment of ADHD...

    InVivo Therapeutics reports update of first two spinal cord injury patients...

    Data demonstrates efficacy of Brainsway’s Deep TMS for treatment of ADHD...

    Radiation reduced with flow diversion for treatment of internal carotid artery...

    Study suggests feasibility of Baby Trevo for treatment of distal cerebrovascular...

    Sequent Medical announces long-term clinical data and commercial release of its...

    Comprehensive stroke centres may improve bleeding stroke survival

    Flowonix Medical announces first implants of Prometra II

    First biosynthesised cellulose-based dural replacement for neurosurgery launched

    Cefaly to present breakthrough data in migraine treatment

    Indications expanded for StealthStation electromagnetic surgical navigation technology

    St Jude Medical completes acquisition of Spinal Modulation

    Clinical trial moves stem cell therapy for ALS patients one step...

    Brain imaging can help differentiate between PTSD and traumatic brain injuries

    Monteris Medical launches NeuroBlate SideFire Select and FullFire Select reduced diameter...

    Codman Neuro launches Enterprise 2 in Europe

    Terrence L Cascino elected president of American Academy of Neurology

    Boston Scientific announces strategic collaboration with Brainlab

    Medtronic announces consent decree with FDA for the SynchroMed drug infusion...

    New Leksell Gamma Knife to benefit more patients with brain disease

    Long-term exposure to air pollution may pose risk to brain structure,...

    For lower-grade brain blood vessel malformations, surgery has “excellent clinical outcomes”

    Effect of Lemtrada on slowing brain atrophy and MRI lesion activity...

    Medtronic announces European approval of the first and only full-body MR...

    FDA clears MRI-compatible MEMS cannula

    Drugs stimulate body’s own stem cells to replace the brain cells...

    Clinical phase II study with NeuroSTAT for traumatic brain injury passes...

    NurOwn demonstrates a statistically significant effect in ALS patients

    St Jude Medical announces intent to acquire Spinal Modulation

    Two different carotid artery stenting procedures show little difference in effectiveness

    Evidence builds for endovascular treatment of acute ischaemic stroke

    First US commercial procedure with the Enroute transcarotid neuroprotection system

    New research study to demonstrate value of PET scans in Alzheimer’s...

    Clinical utility of real-time navigated laser therapy for lesion ablation within...

    The ALS Association to collaborate with GlaxoSmithKline on new ALS clinical...

    Women and men have different exclusion criteria for clot-busting stroke drug,...

    Jan Medical’s Nautilus BrainPulse detected cerebral vasospasm with clinically meaningful accuracy...

    Drug restores brain function and memory in early Alzheimer’s disease

    Stimwave Technologies announces partnership with Epimed International

    Researchers build brain-machine interface to control prosthetic hand

    Stimwave appoints Gabor Racz as chair of Medical Advisory Board

    AANS, CNS and Joint Cerebrovascular Section endorse interventional thrombectomy in treatment...

    High-frequency surpasses traditional spinal cord stimulation in first controlled trial comparing...

    Health Canada greenlights IMRIS ceiling-mounted intraoperative CT solution

    mboTrap (Neuravi/Johnson and Johnson’s Cerenovus) achieved a high reperfusion rate among acute ischaemic stroke patients with large vessel occlusion. With three, or fewer, passes of the device, 80.2% patients in the study achieved mTICI 2b–3 grade revascularisation in the target vessel.

    Use of stent, compared to medications, increases risk of stroke in...

    Brain tumour cells decimated by mitochondrial “smart bomb”

    New tinnitus treatment study reduces total symptoms by almost 40%

    Troops who do not pass the smell test are likely to...

    UCSF team finds key to making neurons from stem cells

    More neurosurgeons will be required to handle increased brain bleeds

    Is it dementia, or just normal aging? New tool may help...

    John Theurer Cancer Center joins study exploring novel delivery of cancer-selective...

    Cover device proves more effective than guide catheter in stroke model

    Feinstein Institute researcher to receive Potamkin Prize for Alzheimer’s research

    New technique could lead to long-lasting localised stimulation of brain tissue...

    Neuralstem announces topline results of phase II ALS trial

    Using robots for stroke rehabilitation

    electroCore non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation is effective in treating cluster headaches

    One-third of Americans do not have access to stroke centre within...

    Mouth guards gather new information that may lead to more accurate...

    Direct brain neurostimulation for partial onset seizures provides long-term benefit

    Next generation Medina coil system shows improvements in early human experience

    Findings may help with the management of anticoagulant-related bleeding within the...

    Long sleepers may have an increased risk of stroke

    FDA clears Bioness StimRouter neuromodulation system

    Medtronic acquires Advanced Uro-Solutions

    Resistance to aspirin tied to more severe strokes

    SANTE study shows DBS therapy for treatment-resistant epilepsy demonstrates significant and...

    Saluda Medical secures US$10 million in new financing

    Development of personalised cellular therapy for brain cancer

    New device improves healing of some ruptured aneurysms

    Blood flow technology from VasSol Identifies risk of recurrent stroke

    Caputron Medical signs distribution agreement with Neurosoft

    American Stroke Association and Medtronic collaborate to reduce recurrent strokes

    Stem cell transplants may work better than existing drug for severe...

    US stroke patients receiving better and more timely care

    Mobile stroke units improve response times and outcomes for patients

    Groundbreaking studies find that neurointerventional surgery reduces stroke mortality

    Creatine does not slow rate of Parkinson’s disease progression

    Human stem cells repair damage caused by radiation therapy for brain...

    FDA clears Enroute transcarotid neuroprotection system

    Trial results show Brainsway deep TMS to be efficacious and safe...

    FDA approves Pipeline Flex embolisation device

    Transradial access valid for treatment of acute ischaemic stroke

    NeuroPace RNS system reduces seizures and improves quality of life for...

    BrainStorm announces positive DSMB recommendation in ongoing NurOwn amyotrophic lateral sclerosis...

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