An interesting device that can be switched between power modulation or temperature modulation modes. This presumably varies between the different types of ablation needle. The power modulation mode likely relies on impedence feedback such as in the cooltip device from Medtronic ad RF 3000...

Mediracer NCS is designed for diagnosing sensoric nerve entrapments in an outpatient settings. The device tests for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome related median nerve entrapment; disposable surface electrodes determine whether the finding is abnormal and grade its severity.  Updated 22nd...

The Medial Rotation Knee differs from other contemporary knee designs by having a geometry which includes a spherical medical tibial condyle and a more cylindrical lateral femoral condyle.  The spherical medial condyle allows rotation in flexion, whilst the smaller cylindrical lateral...

The Modular Dual Mobility acetabulum from Stryker (MDM) complements the ADM system, but is based on the Trident or Tritanium uncemented acetabular shells. The polyethylene component is manufactured from X3 polyethylene . The femoral head is either 22.2mm for smaller size shells, or 28mm. A CoCr...

Designed by Morrey in 1984, this conservative bone preserving femoral component has the longest track record in short stem devices. This is a neck-retaining device. The Mayo stem has a proximal wide trapezoidal cross-section in order to gain multipoint contact within cortical bone, and is wedge...

Supplied by the manufacturer on a custom made basis, this is a 2-part intra-medullary device designed for arthrodesis of the knee. The components are introduced via the knee joint and then joined by a locking pin. Each nail segment can be fixed in the medullary canals with cross-locking...

The Mayday Nail  is a 2-part intra-medullary device designed for arthrodesis of the knee, where both components are introduced via the knee joint and joined by a locking pin. Each nail segment may be fixed in the respective medullary canals by means of cross locking screws. Additional...

The Maxera ™ Cup from Zimmer is a large diameter ceramic acetabular component. The ceramic is Biolox delta, the design includes a 180 degree full hemisphere, with three anti-rotation fins. Large diameter heads ranging from 32mm to 48mm are available. The bearing is intended for younger...

The MatrixRIB Fixation System is designed for the fixation and stabilisation of rib fractures, fusions and osteotomies of normal and osteoporotic bone.    It consists of precontoured locking plates, locking screws and splints. The plates are precontoured to fit an average rib shape...

 This product is distributed in the UK by  BVM Medical  for world wide distributors please consult the manufacturer.   The Maslanka Grasping Forceps are an accessory to the PFM Occlusion devices in case of embolization.   Key features include:  ...

The Multi-Array Septal Catheter (MASC) is a multi-electrode catheter designed to map and ablate complex fractionated atrial electrograms (CFAE) along the left atrial septum.

  A dedicated access wire for difficult antegrade femoral access   The Marsman SpeedWire® is an innovative guidewire specifically developed for easy access of the superficial femoral artery (SFA). Due to the unique and patented shape consisting of a J tip, deflection curve and...

The Maris Deep Infrapopliteal Self-Expanding Stent from Invatec (now aquired by Medtronic) is designed for use in peripheral vessel procedures. The Maris Deep is a 3.7F profile nitinol stent with OTW delivery system and 4F introducer sheath compatibility.  Infrapopliteal stenting...

Marathon Cross-Linked Polyethylene is a third generation cross-linked polyethylene. The manufacturing process involves 5 MRad of gamma irradiation, followed by a thermal treatment which is said to reduce free radicals in the polyethylene, enhance material consolidation and reduce the oxidative...

The MARATHON cemented acetabulum is a cross-linked polyethylene socket for hip replacement. The device has a flange which can be trimmed after trialling and before insertion. The socket has an alignment wire which is supplied separately and should be affixed to the polyethylene component before...

The MANTA Device is the first commercially available biomechanical vascular closure device designed specifically for large bore femoral arterial access site closure. 1   Available in 14 Fr. and 18 Fr., a single MANTA Device effectively closes femoral arterial access sites following the...

The Mako Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopaedic System from Stryker Corporation comprises an image processing system for preoperative planning and a robotic arm to perform MAKOplasty, or robot-assisted arthroplasty of the hip and knee. The arm can control the position in space of a burr for precise...

The MaioRegen Biojoint System is a trilaminate matrix which is intended to be inserted into osteochondral defects and replace the missing articular cartilage. The deepest layer is hydroxyapatite, the superficial layer is equine type 1 collagen, and the intermediate layer is a mixture of the...

Offers a high level of rail support with a hydrophilic-coated polymer sleeve for smooth device delivery and vessel wall interaction. Tip Flexibility/Style: Floppy/Spring coil Tip Radiopacity: 3cm Rail Support: Super Core Material: Unibody stainless steel Coating:...

The Stereotaxis Magnetic Navigation System is designed to allow physicians to more navigate catheters, guidewires and other magnetic interventional devices, through the blood vessels and chambers of the heart to treatment sites and then to effect treatment. This is achieved using...

Magic glue form Balt is a new variation of cyanoacrylate adhesive liquid embolic agent. It is said to have delayed polymerisation with less adhesion to the microcatheter making it easier to use than conventional cyanoacrylate. It wll be interesting to see how it compares with Glubran?

This device allows the radiologist to perform angiographic intervention remote from the patient and any radiation exposure. It allows precise control of a guiding catheter, catheter and guide wire simultaneously in all planes at the touch of a few buttons.   The robot controls the...

The MAGEC (MAGnetic Expansion Control) System from Ellipse technologies is an adjustable growing rod which can be distracted using an External Remote Controller. Constructs can be single or dual rod and distraction can be reversed if necessary. The Product Fact Sheet can be found here .

This is a braided catheter with a PTFE lining available in a range of sizes from 6 to 8F and lumens of 0.070 to 0.091" The catheter has an atraumatic radio opaque tip.

Used to provide diversionary bladder drainage by percutaneous placement of a loop catheter. The flexible Ultrathane® material enhances patient comfort with a smooth, kink-resistant shaft. The Mac-Loc® locking loop mechanism features a smooth, rounded locking assembly. The easily...

The Multi-Array Ablation Catheter (MAAC) is a multi-electrode catheter designed to map and ablate complex fractionated atrial electrograms (CFAE) in the left atrial body.

The M/G® Unicompartmental Knee System provides a versatile system that permits normal biomechanical function, provides secure fixation, and facilitates precise implantation.  A wide range of sizing options for both femoral and tibial components provides intraoperative flexibility and...

The M-Turbo Ultrasound Machine is a small portable device designed for work in interventional radiology, cardiology, critical care and anaesthesia primarily. The machine provides good image quality especially for superficial structures although it is not recommended as a replacement for a main...

Lutonix DCB is a drug-coated balloon catheter that delivers paclitaxel to the arterial wall in a single, short inflation.  The device is similar to a standard angioplasty balloon but contains a special coating consisting of paclitaxel and a proprietary carrier that facilitates the...

According to the manufacturer, this device is intended for complex diagnostic and interventional procedures where increased body, flexibility and low surface friction of the wire guide is needed. The product is available in packs of 5,  in the US.

The Philips Lumify ultrasound system is essentially a range of ultrasound probes that can be attached to an android device running the Philips Lumify software turning it into a truly portable ultrasound machine. The probes use the micro USB connection on the android device and so it can be used...

The Lumax 740 ICD device series from Biotronik is designed for the treatment of patients with arrhythmias and heart failure. The Lumax 740 portfolio consists of 4 devices: Lumax 740 VR-T - single chamber device Lumax 740 VR-T DX - single chamber device with atrial diagnostics...

The Luge Guide Wire delivers optimal torque response and the support required for device delivery in challenging anatomy. Tip Flexibility/Style: Floppy/Spring coil Tip Radiopacity: 3cm Rail Support: Moderate Core Material: Unibody stainless steel Coating:...

The Lu-See Radiolucent Disposable Drive is a plastic extension piece for a standard driver which connects to a Jacob’s chuck. At the other end there is a standard connector for an AO drill bit. The device is used to help distal locking of intramedullary nails. Apparently, the angled...

The Lateral Resurfacing Elbow (LRE) from Biomet is a minimally invasive, bone preserving prosthesis designed to resurface only the lateral compartment of a degenerate elbow joint. The system is modular, and hemiarthroplasty on the capitellar side is an option depending on bone quality. The...

The LPT Great Toe Implant from Wright Medical is a hemiarthroplasty for degenerative arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. An angled version is available for appropriate cases requiring an increased angle. We are not aware of published results for this device.

The Limb Preservation System from Depuy Synthes is a modular system for large segment replacement in bones following infection, multiple revision surgery, severe trauma or tumour resection. The system is compatible with the S-Rom, Noiles and MBT systems. The device can be assembled in...

The LP-ESP disc prosthesis is composed of two titanium plates with a polycarbonate urethane in which there is a silicone core loaded with compressible beads. The titanium end plates have raised teeth and a porous, rough hydroxyapatite coating. The elastomer core is manufactured from DSM...

Boston Scientific's Lotus transcatheter heart valve implant was awarded CE approval in October 2013. A ccording to the manufacturer, the product is the only aortic valve device that allows physicians to assess its final position before release. They say that it is designed to minimise the...

  LoopMaster – Sochman Snare -  3D Nitinol Snare for foreign body retrieval without open ends Excellent pushability & Torqueable 1:1 Highest product safety

This device is manufctured by Andramed Medical Devices and distributed by Macromed.  It is specifically designed for removing foreign bodies from vessels that do not have an "open catching end". The device consists of a flexible nitinol wire with a special pre-configured 3D...

Zimmer Longevity Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene The Longevity is Zimmer’s highly crosslinked polyethylene insert designed for total hip arthroplasty, launched in 1999. It is available as standard, 10° elevation, 20° elevation and 7 mm offset. (Zimmer.com, accessed 13/4/11) The...

The Clavicle Plating System offer low and narrow-profile plate solutions precontoured to match the natural S-shape of the clavicle. This achievement affords surgeons the opportunity to choose the most appropriate option for the patient, could help reduce surgery time spent contouring a...

The device is designed to fragment stones in the urinary tract.  Powered by a detachable carbon dioxide gas cartridge, it transfers kinetic energy through the probe to the tip which is in direct contact with the stone to be fragmented. A mechanical shock wave is generated when the trigger...

A steerable 10 pole catheter for multipurpose cardiac mapping during EP study and ablation. It has a 6F diameter which is smaller than most competitors. The curve is long enough to reach most (but not all) CS orifices. The twist mechanism in the handle is easier to use than stiffer push pull...

The LINK Radius Head Component is a radial head replacement indicated for fracture of the radial head. It is manufactured from COCrMo and available in four sizes. The head is highly polished. 

The Ligasure Impact Bipolar Sealer is a bipolar vessel sealing system which features an independent cut and seal function, a ratchet for closure and a feedback system which informs the user once a seal is reached. The device can be used for applications such as muscle resection and pelvic...

According to the manufactutrer, the Lifestent Vascular Stent has helical structures which encompass strut and bridge orientation. The 170mm stent enables a clinician to reach distal SFA and Proximal Popliteal regions.    The device has FDA approval.

These are polyethylene glycol (PEG) embolisation microspheres that can be loaded with a variety of chemotherapeutic drugs: doxorubicin, irinotecan, idarubicin and epirubicin. Terumo claim enhanced suspension characteristics and tight calibration of size. They can absorb the following:...

Which Medical Device of the Year 2012 Winner: Cardiology   Our nominator said, "This is the world’s 1st portable Cardiac Assist SYSTEM providing Life support during the most critical hours that may be utilised without a Perfusionist with placement in critical...