Surgical Techniques

Full Face Transplants Transform Victims Lives
A study describing the largest series of full-face transplantation details patient preparation, design and execution of the operation, as well as a unique immune-suppression protocol that allows for a low long-term maintenance drug regimen. More...25 Jan 2012

Maneuvers Effectively Reduce Pain After Laparoscopic Surgery
A new study shows that pulmonary recruitment maneuver and intraperitoneal normal saline infusion are effective in removing postlaparoscopic carbon dioxide from the abdominal cavity, decreasing laparoscopy-induced abdominal or shoulder pain. More...19 Jan 2012

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Weight Loss Surgery Might Protect Against Cardiovascular Events
Gunshot and Stabbing Victims Undergoing Fewer Surgeries
Disposable Negative Pressure System Expands Patient Access
International Effort to Improve Safety of Orthopedic Devices
Automated Suturing Device Reduces Surgical Stitching Time
Graphitic Carbon Forms Lubricating Layer on Hip Implants
Postsurgical Otorrhea Severity Not Influenced by Pathogen Type
New Knee Replacement Devices Boost Early Revision Surgery
Cardiac Assist Device Helps Children with Heart Failure
Voluminous Blood Transfusion Ineffectual in Hip Surgery
Intrauterine Surgery Dramatically Boosts Fetal Survival Rate
Multipurpose Appendectomy Rapid and Cost Effective
Reusing Pacemakers from Deceased Donors Is Safe
Analysis in Real Time Helps Brain Surgeons Remove More Cancerous Tissue
Computer Aided Design Advances Breast Reconstruction
Surgeons Learn by Mimicking the Eye Movements of Experts
Printer Fabricates Bone-Like Material
Integrated 3D Imaging Facilitates Human Face Transplantation
Overretraction May Cause Gastrectomy Sleeve Stenosis
Triggered Imaging Technology Continually Monitors Tumor Location During Radiosurgical Procedures
Augmented Reality System to Support Prostate Surgery Procedures
Surgery Outcomes Better with Higher BMI
Localized Heating System Helps Treat Cervical Cancer
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