The Exceed ABT (Advanced Bearing Technology) Acetabular System from Biomet is an uncemented acetabular system applicable to both primary and revision hip implantations. Bearing choices include C2A-Delta Ceramic, M2A Series (metal) and E1 Anti-oxidant Infused polyethylene, which includes a number...

The Exeter hip is a cemented, polished tapered stem hip replacement with a long pedigree. The device was developed in 1969 and intended as a cemented implant for insertion by the posterior approach. In 2010 the device celebrated its millionth implantation, 40 years of clinical use and, possibly...

The Exeter Trauma Stem is a lower-cost monobloc stem for hip hemiarthroplasty in the context of an intracapsular hip fracture. The surface finish differs from that of the Exeter stem in that it has not been hand polished. A surgical technique can be found here .    Reference:...

The Exeter Comtemporary X3 RimFit socket is a cemented socket for primary hip arthroplasty. The RimFit reamer is designed to flatten the rim of the socket in order to maxmise pressurisation and cement penetration into acetabular bone. 

Exogen is an ultrasound-based system for the treatment of fracture non-union. Application for 20 minutes a day can accelerate bone healing, as confirmed by clinical studies. The device has NICE approval in the UK for the treatment of non-union (after 9 months) of long bones. A portal for the...

The ExoSeal(TM) Vascular Closure Device makes use of key technological developments to support the clinical safety* and efficacy of the closure procedure. A bioabsorbable PGA-plug (Polyglycolic Acid), is designed to close the femoral artery puncture site with minimal or no inflammation. It...

The Exoshape Soft Tissue Fastener from Medshape is a shape memory PEEK Altera device designed for fixation of the soft tissue graft on the tibial side of the knee joint in an ACL reconstruction. The device is delivered using a gun and expands in a controlled fashion.  Photograph source:...

The ExploR® modular radial head replacement from Biomet is indicated for degenerative or post-traumatic conditions of the radio-humeral joint. The head and stem can be assembled in-situ allowing for preservation of the radial collateral ligament. Fully interchangeable head and stem parts...

This open cell balloon mounted stent from Boston is claimed to have excellent radial force. Their website compares it with 5 other selected stents. It is available in 6-10mm diameters and lengths from 17-57mm. It can be inserted through 6 and 7F sheaths (depending on stent size).  ...

According to the manufacturer, i ncreased stent scaffolding at the proximal end is designed to provide optimal lumen support and 6F guide catheter compatibility. Improved tracking is intended to offer excellent deliverability.  Customised balloon lengths available for each stent length are...

The extriCARE negative pressure wound therapy system is a portable negative pressure wound care system which can be worn by the patient. Exudate is evacuated into an attached 110cc canister. The rechargeable battery is said to last 30 hours. The device was CE marked in 2013.

Which Medical Device of the Year 2012 Winner: Anaesthesia  Our nominator said, "Vidacare has led the resurgence of intraosseous access and infusion”. Read the full list of Which Medical Device of the Year 2012 winners here . ...

The F3 fragment plating system from DePuy is a collection of titanium alloy locking plates which allow in-situ contouring, and are therefore suited to smaller bones in the distal extremities, particularly the foot and ankle. The plates come with preloaded drill guides (known as Fixed Angle Screw...

The Fabius GS premium is an E-vent piston ventilator. All major ventilation modes can be supported: volume control, pressure control, pressure support (PS) and SIMV/PS. The system comes with a trolley featuring a central brake and additional storage space for equipment. It...

According to the manufacturer, the device's 360 degree actuation design enables a clinician to deploy implants in any hand position.  As well as facilitating easier implant deployment, the system has a built-in depth penetration limiter and a stiffer needle shaft for greater control.

The FAST1 intraosseous infusion system is a sternal intraosseous infusion device which aims to get access to the central circulation quickly, and faster than tibial infusions. The device has a depth control to prevent injury deep to the sternum.

The FastSeal Bioabsorbable Vascular Access Closure System is available in 6 Fr and 7 Fr.    

According to the manufacturer, the Femoral Introducer Sheath and Hemostasis device (FISH) provides vascular closure for patients undergoing treatment for cardiovascular and peripheral disease. The FDA approved product comprises of an introducer sheath with a pre-mounted biologic material...

The Femoseal by Terumo is a closure device using 3 bioabsorbable components.  2 of these are polymer dics with an inner disc deployed inside the vessel and an outer disc on the outer wall of the vessel with an absorbable locking suture joining the two. Terumo quote a median time to...

The Zimmer Fitmore stem system is a curved, short (44 to 60 mm in length), uncemented femoral stem with a trapezoidal cross section and triple taper geometry, available since 2008. The device is manufactured from Zimmer’s Protasul™ titanium alloy, has a proximal Ti-plasma coating and...

The Fixion humeral nail is an expandable self-locking system for the fixation of humeral fractures. Inflation of the nail makes it adapt to the contours of the humeral canal and provides an alternative to interlocking screws. The nail has two variants - the classic which does not take...

The FlexCath Steerable Sheath helps deliver and position the Medtronic Artic Front cryocatheter in the left atrium and features uni-directional deflection (135 degrees maximum), 5 cm reach at 90 degrees deflection and 65 cm usable length (80 cm with handle).  

FLEXISEQ is a drug-free gel which is applied to the skin around an osteoarthritic joint. It contains phospholipid spheres which are hydrophilic. When applied to the skin the particles migrate to the joint where they create a thin film of lubricating phospholipids on the damaged joint surface....

The Flextome Cutting Balloon Device consists of a balloon with three to four microsurgical blades (atherotomes) mounted lengthwise on its outer surface. When the device is inflated, the atherotomes score the plaque by severing the elastic and fibrotic continuity of the vessel with tiny...

Floseal from Baxter is a haemostatic matrix which can be applied to bleeding surfaces during surgery. Floseal comprises round-shaped gelatin granules which expand on contact with the wound and help to arrest bleeding (within 90 seconds according to the manufacturer). The product contains...