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Image: The Angel Catheter (Photo courtesy of BiO2 Medical).

Innovative Filter Prevents Pulmonary Embolism

A pioneering inferior vena cava filter provides prophylaxis against pulmonary embolism in critically ill patients. More...
28 May 2012

Handheld 3D Imaging Device for the OR May Transform Radio-Guided Surgeries

According to the recent findings, an intraoperative, handheld 3D image-viewing device may improve the accuracy of tumor surgery procedures by providing 3D images of the tumor and lymph nodes. More...
24 May 2012

Novel Technology Allows Surgeons to Monitor Their Robotic Surgery Skills

A new assessment system can more reliably predict whether surgeons are ready to operate on patients using the da Vinci robot. More...
24 May 2012

Laxative-Free Colonography Procedure Effective in Detecting Larger Polyps

A patient-friendly, laxative-free protocol was developed based on the CT-scan colonography technique and found to be almost as effective as standard optical colonoscopy in detecting larger, high-risk intestinal polyps. More...
24 May 2012

Rectal Probe Helps Visualize Prostate Elasticity

An innovative rectal probe employs mechanical sensors that detect the stiffness of the prostate while it is being palpated. More...
23 May 2012

New Treatment for Drug-Resistant Hypertension

A novel renal denervation system is designed to treat patients with refractory hypertension, who do not respond to traditional medical therapy. More...
21 May 2012
Image: Silk fibers reinforcing the biodegradable scaffold material (Photo courtesy of Tufts University).

Silk Fibers Can Strengthen Bone Matrix Scaffolds

A new silk-reinforced biodegradable material helps provide significant mechanical support during bone repair, according to a new study. More...
16 May 2012
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