CMS Proposes TAVR Medicare Coverage is Potential Boost for Edwards Lifesciences

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

CMS’s proposed expansion of Medicare TAVR coverage to include select asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis patients and reduce access barriers for symptomatic patients could significantly increase TAVR adoption, creating a growth opportunity for Edwards Lifesciences through expanded eligibility, higher procedure volumes, and continued leadership in structural heart care.

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Medtronic Advances Hugo Robotic Surgery Platform with Key FDA Filings and Product Approvals

By MedTech Intelligence Staff
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Medtronic announced several regulatory milestones for its Hugo robotic-assisted surgery platform, including FDA submissions for general and gynecologic surgery indications and the LigaSure™ RAS instrument, alongside FDA clearance for its ProGrip™ Advanced hernia mesh. The developments expand the company’s robotic surgery portfolio and support its growth strategy in minimally invasive surgical care.

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