Medical device firm UltraGuide this month brought its UltraGuide 1000 ultrasound-guided interventional procedure tool to market. The Israeli firm developed the device for biopsies and treatments of abdominal organs and breast interventions, as well as
Medical device firm UltraGuide this month brought its UltraGuide 1000 ultrasound-guided interventional procedure tool to market. The Israeli firm developed the device for biopsies and treatments of abdominal organs and breast interventions, as well as cardiology, ob/gyn, and prenatal procedures. The device was cleared by the Food and Drug Administration in February of last year and is priced at about $45,000 (SCAN 6/24/98).
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