Viking Systems, Inc. (VKNG.OB) Gets Green Light from FDA for Advanced 3D Surgical Visualization System
Viking Systems Inc. has received the go-ahead from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for clearance of its Next Generation 3DHD visualization system, scheduled for launch in Washington D.C. during the American College of Surgeons' Annual Clinical Congress, October 3-7. Viking's Next Generation 3DHD camera system allows surgeons to perform complex, minimally invasive surgery with an advanced vision system that restores their natural depth perception, a significant improvement from procedures currently performed with a 2D camera. The 3D vision provides surgeons the ability to offer improved care, reduced procedure time, and reduced cost of procedures. Jed Kennedy, Viking president…