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Plasmatica v. Medtronic
2026–present · laparoscopic anti-fog devices
A device maker sued Medtronic on September 18, 2026, saying bundle penalties keep hospitals from trying a rival anti-fog tool. The case just started.
The story
Plasmatica and Rostan Medical filed in the Southern District of Florida.
They allege Medtronic conditions discounts on buying most surgical products from Medtronic and punishes hospitals that trial rivals.
There has been no decision on the pleadings.
Why it matters
Hospitals are the customers.
Share-of-wallet discounts are a classic exclusive-dealing allegation.
What was claimed
Portfolio penalties deter trials of rival anti-fog products.
Multi-year share commitments foreclose the rival.
The other side
Volume discounts can be lawful. Medtronic has not yet answered in this summary.
What it means for you
Operating rooms will not change products because a complaint was filed.
Bottom line
The Medtronic anti-fog case filed September 18, 2026 is live and undecided.
Timeline
18 September 2026
Rival sues Medtronic
Plasmatica sued in the Southern District of Florida over alleged bundling and share commitments on surgical products.
Key dates
- Complaint filed
- 18 September 2026
Formal snapshot
Summary: Plasmatica sued Medtronic on September 18, 2026, alleging portfolio pricing penalties and share commitments blocked rival laparoscopic anti-fog products. The case is newly filed.
Regulator / plaintiff argument: The complaint says hospitals lose pricing across Medtronic categories if they trial a rival, and that share targets run from 80 to 90 percent.
Outcome: No ruling is recorded. A complaint is not a finding.
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Laws referenced
- Sherman Act §1 — 15 U.S.C. §1
- Sherman Act §2 — 15 U.S.C. §2
- Clayton Act §7 — 15 U.S.C. §18
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