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Image: The Aptar Unidose Liquid System (Photo courtesy of Aptar)

Nasal Delivery Device Treats Acute Epileptic Seizures

 A nasal rescue system offers a ready-to-use, one-step option to treat acute repetitive seizures in those with epilepsy. More...
31 Dec 2019
Image: The IRRAflow ICP monitoring and drainage system (Photo courtesy of IRRAS)

Controlled Fluid Exchange System Advances Neurocritical Care

 A transformative fluid management system combines controlled irrigation with ongoing drainage to better manage patients with intracranial bleedings. More...
30 Dec 2019
Image: A specially formulated nanogel treats frostbite (Photo courtesy of INST)

Heparin Formulation Aids On-Site Management of Frostbite Injury

 A novel nano-spray gel (NSG) formulation, which is based on a combination of liposomal heparin sodium and ibuprofen, provides rapid relief of frostbite injury in extremely low temperatures. More...
27 Dec 2019
Image: A new wrap repels everything that comes into contact with it, including viruses and bacteria (Photo courtesy of Georgia Kirkos/ McMaster University)

Self-Cleaning Surface Repels Drug-Resistant Bacteria

 A new study shows how a flexible plastic wrap that combines a hierarchical wrinkled structure with chemical functionalization can reduce bacterial adhesion, biofilm formation, and the transfer of bacteria through an intermediate surface. More...
26 Dec 2019
Image: A biosensor inside a pacifier can monitor newborns (Photo courtesy of UCSD)

Pacifier Biosensor Noninvasively Monitors Newborn Health

 A new study shows how a pacifier-based biosensor can track metabolite levels in saliva, providing a way to diagnose and treat even the smallest of patients. More...
26 Dec 2019

Pulmonary Embolism Blood Tests Reduce Radiation Exposure

 A new study suggests that D-dimer blood tests can help rule out pulmonary embolism (PE), reducing the need for a diagnostic computerized tomography (CT) scan. More...
24 Dec 2019

Fresh Red Blood Cells No Better Than Older Ones

 The use of fresh red blood cells (RBCs), rather than standard-issue RBCs, does not demonstrate a benefit in the treatment of critically ill pediatric patients, according to a new study. More...
24 Dec 2019
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