Medtronic gets US FDA nod to use surgical system in cranial, ENT surgeries

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-27T18:20:37+00:00

Medtronic's Stealth AXiS surgical system has gained FDA clearance for cranial and ENT procedures, enhancing its use beyond spine surgery. It combines navigation, imaging, and robotics, utilizing AI for precise surgical guidance.

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2026-03-27 18:20:37

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Medtronic announced that its Stealth AXiS surgical system has received U.S. FDA clearance for use in cranial and ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. This expands the system’s capabilities beyond spine surgery, for which it received clearance earlier this year. The Stealth AXiS integrates surgical navigation, imaging, and robotics, using AI for cranial procedures to map the brain and providing precise navigation for ENT surgeries.

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