Notable FDA approvals of AI* in medical devices: October 2020

*The list also includes virtual reality, augmented reality and 3D printing. Links lead to announcements as sent by the companies.

1. Ezra: AI assistance for radiologists interpreting prostate MRI

2. Aidoc: Algorithm for triaging patients with incidental pulmonary embolism

3. ImmersiveTouch: Virtual reality for planning oral and maxillofacial surgery

4. 3D Systems: New 3D printing materials for planning maxillofacial surgery

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