New World Medical registers KDB Glide with FDA
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The FDA has registered New World Medical’s KDB Glide as a Class 1 device, which will soon be available in the U.S., according to a company press release.
The KDB Glide adds a rounded heel, tapered sides and a smaller footplate to the company’s Kahook Dual Blade technology.
“We are continuously soliciting feedback from our customers and implementing improvements to help surgeons and ultimately patients gain better outcomes,” Raymond Kong, vice president of global sales and marketing at New World Medical, said in the release. “It’s a perfect match for our customers, who all share our dedication in expanding minimally invasive options for patients and improving the surgical experience.”
Editor’s note: On Oct. 22, the headline on this article was updated for accuracy. The editors regret the error.