Masimo W1(TM) Medical Watch Receives FDA 510k Clearance for Over-the-Counter and Prescription Use.

The article reports that the Masimo W1(TM) Medical Watch has received FDA 510k clearance for both over-the-counter and prescription use. The watch utilizes SpO2 technology to monitor oxygen levels in the blood, which can be beneficial for various medical conditions such as retinopathy of prematurity and duct dependent congenital heart disease. The article also mentions several studies that highlight the positive impact of pulse oximetry surveillance on patient outcomes. [Extracted from the article]