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Smith & Nephew plc (NYSE: SNN, LSE: SN) is a global medical technology business whose news flow reflects activity across orthopaedics, sports medicine & ENT, and advanced wound management. Company announcements frequently highlight new product launches, clinical evidence, strategic partnerships and portfolio updates that are relevant to surgeons, healthcare providers and investors following SNN stock.
Recent news has showcased advanced wound management innovations, such as clinical data on the PICO◊ Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System demonstrating reductions in wound dehiscence, length of stay and costs versus an alternative device in orthopaedic and cardiovascular surgery, and studies on the ALLEVYN™ COMPLETE CARE 5-Layer Foam Dressing describing its mechanism in absorbing and dissipating shear forces linked to pressure injury risk.
In Sports Medicine, Smith+Nephew news items have covered the REGENETEN◊ Bioinductive Implant, including randomized controlled trial results and expanded indications to extra-articular ligament injuries, as well as updates on the CARTIHEAL◊ AGILI-C◊ Cartilage Repair Implant, including the establishment of a Category I CPT code recognising its clinical significance and adoption. Announcements also describe launches such as the Q-FIX™ KNOTLESS All-Suture Anchor and the CENTRIO Platelet-Rich-Plasma System for chronic exuding wounds.
Orthopaedics-related releases include the launch of the TRIGEN™ MAX Tibia Nailing System for tibial fractures and the expansion of CORIOGRAPH™ Pre-Op Planning and Modeling Services to total shoulder arthroplasty, alongside references to the AETOS◊ Shoulder System. Strategic and investor-focused news covers topics such as the RISE strategy, medium-term financial targets, and acquisitions like Integrity Orthopaedics and its Tendon Seam™ rotator cuff repair technology.
Visitors to this SNN news page can review these updates in one place, tracking how Smith & Nephew presents clinical data, regulatory milestones, portfolio expansions, partnerships with organisations such as UFC and Wimbledon, and capital markets communications that shape the company’s profile in the global medical technology sector.
Smith+Nephew (NYSE:SNN) has received 510(k) clearance for its new CATALYSTEM Primary Hip System from the FDA. This system is designed to meet the evolving demands of primary hip surgery, including the increased adoption of anterior approach procedures and the expanding role of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs).
Key features of the CATALYSTEM system include:
- A triple-taper stem design with uniform proximal loading
- Reduced distal stem geometry and shorter lengths
- Proprietary ACCUBROACH Technology for reproducibility between broach and implant
- Compatibility with the CORI Surgical System
The system aims to provide precision fit, confidence in stem seating, and surgical efficiencies, making it suitable for diverse patient anatomies and various surgical approaches.
Smith+Nephew has launched the Orthopaedics for All initiative, creating a global advisory board to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in orthopaedic surgery. The initiative aims to address the significant gender disparity in the field, where only 15% of orthopaedic residents and 7.4% of practicing surgeons in the U.S. are women. The board comprises around 20 leading female surgeons with a minimum of two years of post-fellowship experience. Smith+Nephew's initiative also includes partnerships, like with the Perry Initiative, to inspire young women to pursue careers in orthopaedics.
Smith+Nephew (SNN), a global leader in medical technology, has announced its sponsorship of tennis players at Wimbledon 2024, aiming to spotlight its advanced Sports Medicine solutions. The company offers innovative solutions for common tennis injuries like rotator cuff and meniscus tears. Its REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant for rotator cuff repair has been used in over 100,000 procedures globally, showing significant clinical success. The FAST-FIX Family of meniscal repair solutions boasts a 30-year track record, aiding hundreds of thousands of patients with an 88% success rate in all-inside repairs. Smith+Nephew's sponsorship aligns with its mission to help individuals recover from injuries and return to their favorite activities.
Smith+Nephew announced the launch of CORIOGRAPH Pre-Operative Planning and Modeling Services, enhancing its CORI Surgical System for knee arthroplasty procedures. This innovation aims to provide personalized solutions for surgeons and patients, integrating both image-based and image-free registration options. Dr. Steven Haas, an orthopaedic surgeon, recently completed the first procedures using these services, highlighting their potential to improve surgical efficiency and outcomes. The CORI Surgical System is built on over 15 years of expertise and includes tools like the CORI Digital Tensioner and updated RI.KNEE ROBOTICS 3.0 software.
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