Boston Scientific Announces Approval of New Cardiac Devices

In Cardio
Mon, 11 Feb 2008

The COGNIS CRT-D and the TELIGEN ICD are among the world's smallest and thinnest high-energy devices at 32.5cc and 31.5cc respectively, while less than 10mm thick. Both offer features including extended battery longevity, self-correcting software and improved programming technology. Both devices also offer SafetyCore(TM), a feature that in the event of a system error provides lifesaving shock therapy and basic pacing functionality.

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The COGNIS CRT-D and the TELIGEN ICD are among the world's smallest and thinnest high-energy devices at 32.5cc and 31.5cc respectively, while less than 1...