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Image: The spatially-resolved NIRS (SR-NIRS) probe (Photo courtesy of  EUSTC).

Spectroscopic Probe Monitors Hemorrhagic Shock

A novel, noninvasive near-infrared spectroscopy device assesses hemorrhagic shock severity as accurately as a standard blood draw.  More...
02 Sep 2015
Image: Toxicology resident Dr. Peter Chai wearing Google Glass (Photo courtesy of UMASS).

Google Glass Effective for Teletoxicology Consultations

A new study confirms that Google Glass can be used effectively for bed-side emergency room toxicology consults in suspected cases of poisoning.   More...
01 Sep 2015
Image: The Deficopter in mid-flight, with the defibrillator attached (Photo courtesy of DLR).

Deficopter May Save Lives Faster Than an Ambulance

A novel helicopter drone, the deficopter, delivers a defibrillator to an emergency site so that first responders can perform lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately.  More...
01 Sep 2015

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Screening Urged in Seniors

Two-thirds of deaths due to abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture occur in people aged 75 and older and screening strategies should be updated to reflect the demographic shift, claims a new study.   More...
31 Aug 2015

Obesity Represents a Global Public Health Crisis

The global obesity epidemic severely impairs the health and quality of life of those suffering from it, and is a heavy burden on national healthcare budgets.  More...
30 Aug 2015
Image: The HeartMate Percutaneous Heart Pump (PHP) device (Photo courtesy of Thoratec).

Mechanical Circulatory Pump Supports Failing Hearts

An acute cardiac assist device reduces end-diastolic pressure, end-diastolic volume, and the oxygen demand of the myocardium.  More...
26 Aug 2015

Fetal ECG Readings Offer No Advantage During Labor

A new technology that provides electrocardiogram readings of the fetus heart during the birth process offers no advantages over conventional monitoring, according to a new study.   More...
25 Aug 2015
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