U.S. Considering Tariffs on Med Device Imports; Trade Groups Push Back
The Commerce Department is investigating whether imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), medical consumables, and medical devices and equipment have national security implications that may warrant trade action, such as...
Abbott to Expand Its Cancer Diagnostic Segment
Abbott recently announced that it agreed to acquire Exact Sciences for approximately $21 billion to enter the fast-growing cancer diagnostic segment. Under the terms of the agreement, Abbott will acquire all outstanding shares of...
Women’s Health Medical Device Company Caldera Medical Acquires UVision 360
Caldera Medical, Inc. on October 8th, 2024, announced the acquisition of UVision 360, Inc. Caldera Medical develops medical devices for women’s health, including surgical products for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence, pelvic floor disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and hysteroscopic removal of intrauterine tissue. UVision 360 is a developer of in-office hysteroscopy systems for evaluating and treating uterine conditions.