Over the course of 2024, we’ve seen all kinds of stories across surgical robotics, ranging from new systems to FDA clearances and more.
KARL STORZ closes acquisition of Asensus Surgical
KARL STORZ said its acquisition of Asensus Surgical will enable it to build a surgical robotics hub for performance-guided procedures.
Teradyne Robotics president discusses how the industry is transforming
Ujjwal Kumar, group president of Teradyne Robotics, discussed his role and where he thinks the industry is heading.
Asensus Surgical will file bankruptcy if Karl Storz merger fails
If shareholders do not approve the merger, Asensus said it will incur “significant near-term financial obligations.”
Asensus Surgical denies lack of disclosures in planned Karl Storz merger
Asensus Surgical denied any legal wrongdoing in statements around its planned merger and offered further information.
Asensus Senhance surgical robot receives FDA 510(k) clearance
Asensus has placed its first Senhance system for urological procedures at a dedicated pediatric hospital in the U.S.
Asensus Surgical agrees to merger with KARL STORZ
Asensus Surgical has agreed to be acquired by KARL STORZ, an endoscopy expert that will continue developing its robotic systems.
Karl Storz enters talks to acquire surgical robot developer Asensus Surgical
The agreement enables Karl Storz to engage in diligence and negotiations over a potential acquisition of Asensus Surgical.
10 surgical robotics companies to follow in 2024
Here is a list of 10 surgical robotics companies that continue to attract attention from our editors and audience.
Asensus places first Senhance surgical robot for pediatrics in Japan
Asensus Surgical announced the fourth hospital in Japan to adopt its Senhance system dedicated to pediatric procedures.
Asensus Surgical shows off its next-gen robot to surgeons
Asensus Surgical announced Friday that it conducted an in vivo lab evaluation of its next-generation Luna surgical robot.
FDA recalls Asensus surgical robot due to unintended movement
The issue involves a laparoscope instrument actuator that rotates continuously in one direction after the surgeon removed the engagement of teleoperation on the system.
Asensus agrees to manufacturing deal for next-gen Luna surgical robot
Asensus Surgical partnered with Flex for Luna next-generation surgical robot manufacturing services, expediting the platform’s time-to-market.
Asensus Surgical targets FDA clearance for Luna surgical robot in 2025
Asensus Surgical announced its second-quarter financial results and shared an update on its Luna surgical robot platform.
Asensus Surgical wins CE mark for expanded machine learning
New features from Asensus Surgical include 3D measurement, digital tagging and image enhancement.