Critical Care

AI Algorithm Non-Invasively Measures Intracranial Pressure in ICU Patients Following Traumatic Brain Injury
A novel, less invasive method for monitoring intracranial pressure has demonstrated a predictive accuracy that is comparable or superior to existing methods, potentially transforming patient care in critical settings. More...24 Jul 2024


EHR–Based Nudge Intervention for Surgeons to Reduce Breast Cancer Overtreatment
A new prompt, or ‘nudge’ integrated within the electronic health record system can alert surgeons about older patients with early-stage breast cancer who could be at risk for unnecessary lymph node surgery. More...23 Jul 2024

Diagnostic Tool Identifies Amyloid Beta Plaques in Alzheimer’s Disease Patients
A study has demonstrated the usefulness of event-related potentials, a type of electroencephalogram that measures the brain's electrical activity in response to sensory and cognitive stimuli, in diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease. More...22 Jul 2024

Fully Stretchable Solid Lithium-Ion Battery Paves Way For Flexible Wearable and Implantable Devices
The development of a lithium-ion battery composed entirely of stretchable components marks a significant advancement in the creation of wearable or implantable devices that need to flex and move with the human body. More...19 Jul 2024


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Nanosized Implantable Sensor to Advance Treatment for Spinal Cord Neurological Disorders and Injury
Ingestible Micro-Robot Wirelessly Navigates Stomach for Remote Diagnosis of GI Tract
New Cellular Immunotherapy Approach Effective In Treating Metastatic Solid Tumors
AI Model Accurately Predicts Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Survival
Wireless Implantable LED Device Treats Deep-Seated Cancers Using Light
‘Band-Aid’ Measures Glucose Levels in Sweat Using Microlaser Technology
Pulsed Field Ablation Procedures Found Safe and Effective For Atrial Fibrillation Patients
Stretchable Skin-Conformable Bioelectrodes Demonstrate Promising Capabilities for Healthcare Wearables
AI-Powered Tool Combs through Electronic Health Records For Faster Diagnoses of Rare Diseases
Wearable Patch Accurately and Continuously Measures Trace Perspiration for Disease Detection
Nanorobot with Hidden Weapon Precisely Targets and Kills Cancer Cells
Groundbreaking System Combining Leadless Pacemaker with Subcutaneous Defibrillator to Revolutionize Cardiac Care
Novel Hydrogel Could Provide Alternative to Pacemakers
Novel Capsule Releases Microscopic Robots into Colon to Treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Innovative Cuffless Blood Pressure Device Streamlines and Enhances Hypertension Management
New Study Challenges ED Protocols for Geriatric Head Injuries and Blood Thinners
Advanced Medical Fibers to Pave Way for Surgical Sutures, Wound Dressings and Textile Implants with Special Capabilities
Novel Technologies to Improve Bladder Surgery and Monitoring
AI Automatically Determines Insulin Dosing for Improved Blood Sugar Control in Hospitalized Patients
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