Surgical Techniques

Robot-Assisted Kidney Blockage Surgery Offers Several Advantages
A new study comparing two types of minimally invasive surgery to repair uretero-pelvic junction obstructions has found that robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery was faster and resulted in less blood loss and shorter hospital stays than standard laparoscopic surgery. More...17 Mar 2010
Noninvasive Imaging, Earlier Surgery Can Stop Seizures in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
When medication fails to control seizures in children with tuberous sclerosis complex, a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple organ systems and frequently causes epilepsy, surgery to remove part of the brain is frequently necessary. More...15 Mar 2010
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RF Energy System Helps Surgeons to Remove Soft Tissue Quickly and Precisely
System Offers an Easier Way to Perform Bone Marrow Procedures
Proton Beam Therapy Useful in Treating Sinonasal Cancers
Mini Rail System Assists in Lower Limb Reconstruction Procedures
Descemet's Stripping Preferred in Corneal Transplant Keratoplasty
Artificial Foot Recycles Energy for Easier Walking
Knee-Tensioning Device Relieves Arthritic Knee Pain
Endoscopic Treatment Could Spare Surgery in Barrett's Esophagus Patients
Metabolic Imaging Used to Locate Sperm in Infertile Men
Surgery Alone Offers Satisfactory Overall Survival in Early Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Stent Grafts Superior to Balloon Angioplasty in Dialysis Patients
Performing a Surgical Checklist Saves Lives
Pediatric Circumcision Recommended, and as Early as Possible
Noninvasive Imaging, Earlier Surgery Can Stop Seizures in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Prostatectomy Patient Outcomes Affected by Surgeon's Total Case Load
Medical Implant Coating Lowers Rejection Rates
Innovative Software Creates 3D Views of Cardiac Arteries
Novel Surgery Helps Trauma Patients Avoid Total Hip Replacements
Electrical Stimulation Offers Hope for Depression Treatment
Surgeons Suffer Injuries Performing Minimally Invasive Techniques
Younger Women with Suspected Appendicitis Benefit from Preoperative CT Imaging
Single Laparoscopic Approach Favored for Common Bile Duct Stones
An Affordable Alternative to High-End Operating Tables
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