Critical Care
Non-Invasive Technique for Recording Involuntary Nervous System Could Warn of Impending Sepsis
For the first time, a wearable, non-invasive device has been shown to measure human cervical nerve activity in clinical environments, providing healthcare professionals with a real-time, clinically validated method to observe activity levels in the involuntary nervous system. More...01 Aug 2024
Dual-Chamber Wireless Pacemaker Delivers Lasting and Reliable Performance
A new study supports the long-term reliability of dual-chamber wireless pacemakers over three months by examining the device’s performance under various conditions, such as increased heart rates or changes in posture. More...31 Jul 2024
New Method Accurately Estimates Cardiovascular State to Inform Blood Pressure Management During Surgery
A new mathematical framework accurately derives vital information in real-time for use during critical medical procedures, enhancing treatment for conditions that impact cardiovascular function or blood volume. More...30 Jul 2024
3D-Printed Blood Vessels Could Improve Outcomes for Heart Bypass Patients
Strong, flexible, gel-like tubes developed through innovative 3D printing technology could improve heart bypass surgery outcomes, replacing the human and synthetic veins currently used to divert blood flow, experts say. More...29 Jul 2024
First-of-its-Kind Trial to Measure Ejection Fraction Severity Directly from AI-Enabled Remote ECG Wearable
A groundbreaking remote monitoring platform now offers a cost-effective alternative for measuring ejection fraction while minimizing patient inconvenience and enabling more regular assessments More...26 Jul 2024
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