** Shares of medical device maker SINTX Technologies SINT.O surge 12.3% to $4.45 premarket
** Co says U.S. FDA cleared its Sinaptic implant system for reconstructive foot and ankle surgery
** Device uses silicon nitride, a ceramic that helps bone growth and resists bacteria - SINT
** Co says U.S. launch planned in Q1 2026
** Industry estimates place the global foot & ankle device market at approximately $4.75–$5.4 billion in 2024 - SINT
** Implant designed for single-use with better imaging visibility than metal alternatives - SINT
** Co says system could improve surgical precision and reduce infection risk
** Up to last close, stock up ~13 YTD
(Reporting by Sahil Pandey in Bengaluru)
((Sahil.pandey@thomsonreuters.com))