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Oct 13, 2011

Medtronic Introduces Two Next-Generation Cardiovascular Devices in Japan

Integrity(R) Coronary Stent Redefines Deliverability with Continuous Sinusoid Technology; Endurant(R) AAA Stent Graft Expands Applicability of Endovascular Aortic Repair

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct 13, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) today announced plans to introduce two of its next-generation cardiovascular devices in Japan, the world's second largest...
Oct 10, 2011

Medtronic Announces Results from TTOP-AF Trial Demonstrating Clinical Benefits of Its Phased RF Ablation System in Treating Persistent Atrial Fibrillation

First Ever Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial in Persistent Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Patients

VENICE, Italy & MINNEAPOLIS, Oct 10, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc.(NYSE: MDT) today announced results from its Tailored Treatment of Permanent Atrial Fibrillation (TTOP-AF) clinical...
Sep 27, 2011

Medtronic Announces Start of Pivotal Trial for EngagerTM Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation System

Study will evaluate new therapy option for patients suffering from valvular heart disease

MINNEAPOLIS, Sep 27, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) today announced the start of the Engager(TM) European Pivotal Trial to pursue CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark for the...
Sep 20, 2011

Medtronic Responds to United Nations High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases

MINNEAPOLIS, Sep 20, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Following are statements from Herb Riband, Medtronic vice president of external affairs, and Dr. Jacob Gayle, vice president of Medtronic Foundation...
Sep 20, 2011

Jury Awards Medtronic $101 Million in Patent Suit against NuVasive

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sep 20, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE:MDT) announced today that a jury in the United States District Court of the Southern District of California in San Diego,...
Sep 15, 2011

Medtronic Announces 510(k) Clearance for the TSRH(R) Spinal System Pedicle Screw for the Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

AIS is the Most Common Type of Scoliosis Seen in Adolescents and Affects Nearly One Million Adolescents in the U.S. Alone

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sep 15, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) announced today it received a second clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adolescent idiopathic...
Sep 14, 2011

Medtronic Pledges Action in Advance of United Nations High Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases

The World's Leading Medical Technology Company Pledges Resources to Improve Healthcare Systems and Access to Therapies in Lower- and Middle-Income Countries

MINNEAPOLIS, Sep 14, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- In a continued mission to reduce the global burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, Medtronic, Inc....
Sep 12, 2011

Medtronic Announces Launch of ARTISAN(TM) Space Maintenance System

New technology offers one-source, customizable option for bone grafting space maintenance in oral-maxillofacial applications

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sep 12, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE:MDT) announced today the U.S. launch of its ARTISAN(TM) Space Maintenance System. The device is cleared for temporary use in...
Sep 8, 2011

Medtronic CFO Gary Ellis to Speak at Morgan Stanley Healthcare Conference

MINNEAPOLIS, Sep 08, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT), the world's leading medical technology company, today announced it will participate in the Morgan Stanley Global...
Sep 8, 2011

Medtronic Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Index Acknowledge Corporate Sustainability Accomplishments

MINNEAPOLIS, Sep 08, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Recognizing its leadership in meeting the needs of economic, environmental, and social stakeholders, Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) has been named a...

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