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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets Goodwill (Tables)
 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2026
Intangible Asset, Goodwill and Other [Abstract]  
Intangible Asset and Goodwill
The gross carrying amount of goodwill and other intangible assets and the related accumulated amortization for intangible assets subject to amortization and accumulated goodwill impairment charges are as follows:

As of June 30, 2026As of December 31, 2025
(in millions)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated Amortization/ Write-offsGross Carrying AmountAccumulated Amortization/ Write-offs
Technology-related$15,065 $(9,755)$14,692 $(9,346)
Patents502 (390)493 (382)
Other intangible assets2,527 (1,801)2,482 (1,732)
Amortizable intangible assets$18,094 $(11,946)$17,667 $(11,461)
Goodwill$28,540 $(9,900)$28,182 $(9,900)
IPR&D$770 $813 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets$770 $813 

The increase in our balance of goodwill and intangible assets is related primarily to our recent acquisitions. Refer to Note B – Acquisitions and Strategic Investments for further detail.
Goodwill
The following represents a roll forward of our goodwill balance by reportable segment:

(in millions)MedSurgCardiovascularTotal
Balance as of December 31, 2025$7,709 $10,574 $18,282 
Goodwill acquired378 — 378 
Impact of foreign currency fluctuations and purchase price adjustments(4)(16)(20)
Balance as of June 30, 2026$8,082 $10,558 $18,640