Surgical Techniques
Light-Driven Micro-Robot Designed to Swim Autonomously in Viscous Liquids Could Be Used for Unblocking Blood Vessels
The first-ever toroidal, light-driven micro-robot capable of autonomous movement in viscous fluids, such as mucus, marks a significant advancement in the development of micro-robots to navigate complex environments for use in medicine. More...09 Oct 2024
New Guideline Details Management of CVD Risk Before, During and After Noncardiac Surgery
The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology have released an updated joint guideline on cardiovascular evaluation and management for patients before, during, and after noncardiac surgery. More...07 Oct 2024
Fast OCT System Integrated into Neurosurgical Microscope Identifies Tumor Margins During Brain Surgery
Researchers have integrated a megahertz-speed optical coherence tomography (OCT) system into a standard neurosurgical microscope, paving the way for an OCT device capable of identifying tumor margins during brain surgery. More...04 Oct 2024
Miniature Robots Transport Instruments for Endoscopic Microsurgery Through Body
Scientists have combined several millimeter-sized robots into a single unit equipped with enhanced "feet" and used it to perform an electric surgical procedure on an obstructed bile duct in an experimental setting. More...03 Oct 2024
In Other News
Robotic Visualization System for Neurosurgery Offers Greater Clarity for Complex Procedures
Endometrial Ablation for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Associated with High Risk of Hysterectomy
New Tricuspid Valve Procedure Helps Patients Avoid Open-Heart Surgery
Breakthrough Robot Technology Could Allow Entire Surgery to Be Performed Without Human Intervention
Wearable Ultrasound Navigation System Could Improve Lumbar Puncture Accuracy
Ultra-Thin Graphene-Based Coating Material Paves Way for Bacteria-Killing Medical Devices
Battery-Free Device Implanted Through Minimally-Invasive Procedure Treats Bladder Leaks
Novel Prostate Biopsy Technique Lowers Infection Risk
Intravascular Imaging Guidance System Optimizes Stenting Procedures for Improved Patient Outcomes
Specialized Stent that Expands as Child Grows to Result in Fewer Heart Surgeries for Babies
Better-Designed Operating Room Shortens Surgical Procedure Time and Produces Better Outcomes
Spatial Computing Technology Could Revolutionize Operating Room Environment
Innovative Catheter Guidance Technology Aims for Zero Malpositioning
Breakthrough Heart Valve Combines Best of Mechanical and Tissue Replacement Technology
New Technology Holistically Images Deep Living Tissue for The First Time
Ultraportable Battery Powered Medical Device Revolutionizes Concept of Portable Surgical Care
Mitral Valve Repair Via Catheter Offers Better Outcomes Than Pharmacological Treatment in Heart Failure Patients
Groundbreaking Tubular Scaffolds Enhance Bone Regeneration of Critical-Sized Skull Defects
AI-Powered Precision Surgery Platform to Make Procedures Smarter and Safer
Novel Magnet Compression Anastomosis Technology Ensures Fewer Complications, Bleeds or Leaks
Cloud-Based AI Endoscopy System Assists Gastroenterologists in Detecting Suspected Colorectal Polyps
Simplified Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Technique Benefits Heart Failure Patients
Sperm-Like “Micro-Robots” Navigate Through Complex Environments for Minimally Invasive Surgery
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