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Image: The CompuFlo Epidural Computer Controlled Anesthesia System (Photo courtesy of Milestone Medical).

Computerized Anesthesia System Identifies Epidural Space

A novel anesthesia system provides objective visual and audible pressure feedback, allowing anesthesiologists to correctly identify the epidural space. More...
08 Aug 2017

Revision of Guidelines Beneficial for Assessing Orthostatic Hypotension

Researchers have found that measuring blood pressure to test for the presence of orthostatic hypotension (OH; a form of low blood pressure) should be performed within one minute of standing after a person has been lying down, instead of three minutes after. More...
07 Aug 2017
Image: The EndoSwab is a single use absorbent sponge tip that identifies biological tissue (Photo courtesy of Hygiena).

Bioluminescent Technology Verifies Endoscope Cleanliness

A new testing system provides real-time verification of the cleanliness of endoscopes and other reusable medical instruments in just 15 seconds. More...
07 Aug 2017
Image: A wearable device can treat mild psoriasis with blue light (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

Wearable Light Therapy Treats Psoriasis at Home

A novel blue light emitting diode (LED) device induces natural, drug-free processes in the skin that can significantly reduce the symptoms of mild psoriasis vulgaris. More...
03 Aug 2017
Image: Stethoscopes should be thoroughly cleaned between patients to prevent infection (Photo courtesy of MDF Instruments).

Stethoscope Disinfection Rates Are Poor at Best

A new study reveals that healthcare providers rarely perform stethoscope hygiene between patient encounters, despite its importance for infection prevention. More...
02 Aug 2017
Image: A new study shows decision support software can help ED clinicians determine the need for a CT (Photo courtesy of Siemens Healthcare).

EHR Decision Support Reduces Emergency Imaging

A new study shows that embedding clinical decision support (CDS) software in the electronic health record (EHR) can decrease the use of high-cost imaging in the emergency department (ED). More...
01 Aug 2017
Image: Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used increasingly as a food additive (Photo courtesy of UZH).

Common Food Coloring Can Exacerbate Colitis

Nanoparticles of titanium dioxide (TiO2), a white pigment used in medicines, toothpaste, and as a food additive (E171), can cause increased inflammation and damage to the intestinal mucosa, according to a new study. More...
31 Jul 2017
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