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medical devices

3 articles

NYU Abu Dhabi stent targets 1-3% leak risk after bariatric surgery

A UAE-developed gastric stent may reduce repeat procedures after bariatric leaks. Clinics, insurers and patients need to watch approval, cost and follow-up rules.

29 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

NYU Abu Dhabi stent targets 1-3% leak risk after bariatric surgery

Finance & Investment

BioSapien raises $5.5M to build implantable chemo device targeting tumours from UAE base

UAE biotech startup BioSapien closed a $5.5M seed round to develop a bioelectronic implant that delivers chemotherapy directly to tumours, reducing systemic toxicity and potentially cutting hospital readmission costs.

4 Apr 2026 · 3 min read

BioSapien raises $5.5M to build implantable chemo device targeting tumours from UAE base

Market IntelligenceBreaking

UAE's 19% diabetes rate drives a decade of demand for electronic drug delivery devices, per IndexBox

A 2026–2035 IndexBox market analysis forecasts sustained demand for electronic drug delivery devices in the UAE, where adult diabetes prevalence of 19% and a DHA-led shift to home-based care are the primary growth drivers.

30 Mar 2026 · 3 min read

UAE's 19% diabetes rate drives a decade of demand for electronic drug delivery devices, per IndexBox