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Surgical Techniques

Radiosurgery Offers Palliative Care for Hilar Lung Tumors

A new study suggests that radiosurgery could provide a new treatment option for potentially morbid, inoperable hilar tumors. More...
17 Nov 2010

Memory Loss Caused by Surgical Anesthetics Could Be Prevented

A new study indicates that memory loss after anesthesia could be prevented by blocking inhibitory α5 subunit-containing γ-aminobutyric acid subtype A receptors, thought to contribute to the memory deficits. More...
16 Nov 2010

Finger-Controlled Laparoscopic Device Facilitates Surgical Procedures

An innovative finger-activated laparoscopic instrument mimics the ultimate dissection tool, the human index finger, enabling surgeons to dissect with confidence, retract with strength, and palpate with feel. More...
15 Nov 2010
Image: The HammerLock intramedullary fixation system (photo courtesy BioMedical Enterprises).

Shape Memory Device Corrects Hammertoes

A novel intramedullary fixation system uses heat activation for hammertoe correction procedures, compressing the affected joint as the metal adjusts to body temperature. More...
11 Nov 2010

Preoperative Glucose Levels Predict Postsurgical Mortality

High preoperative glucose levels are associated with higher mortality rates at one year after noncardiac surgery, according to a new study. More...
11 Nov 2010

Synthetic Graft Expedites the Repair of Bone Defects

An easy-to-produce, inexpensive, synthetic bone material could be a potential replacement for current bone transplantations. More...
10 Nov 2010

Endoscopies Are More Dangerous Than Previously Thought

A new study has found that the number of emergency department visits and hospitalizations following outpatient endoscopy procedures is much higher than previously indicated. More...
09 Nov 2010
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