Surgical Techniques
Genetic Profiles Determine Metastasis Source
A study has shown that by isolating the genes that are expressed in head and neck cancer as well as those expressed in lung cancer in smokers, researchers were able to predict precisely if patients with lung masses had developed lung cancer or metastases from another source. More...30 Nov -0001
Multiplanar CT Depicts Complex Ankle Fractures
Computed tomography (CT) with multiplanar reconstruction provides a clear multidimensional view of tibial triplane fractures of the ankle--a view that changes the way physicians understand these complicated fractures, according to a new study. More...30 Nov -0001
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Sophisticated Breast Cancer Imaging Close to Reality
Drug Reduces Stroke Risk During Bypass Surgery
MRI Contrast Agent Aids Breast Cancer Surgery
MRI Technique for Earlier Heart-Attack Warning
45% of Specialists Report Recent Medical Error
Radiofrequency Ablation Can Destroy Lung Tumors
Respirator that Protects Against SARS
Radiosurgery System Targets Tumors Moving in Respiration
Two-Screen Monitor for Perioperative Care
New Phototherapy Treats Skin Disorders
Brachytherapy Effective for Recurrent Prostate Cancer
Postsurgical ICU Patients May Have Higher Death Risk
Vascular Access Imaging Aids Anesthesiologists
Endografts Help Some AAA Patients
Biventricular Support Device Shows Promising Results
Tissue-Engineered Solutions for Heart Disease
Chemoembolization Increases Survival of Liver Cancer Patients
Treating Brain Aneurysms Without Surgery
Embolization Treatment for Uterine Fibroids
Small Cardioplegia System for Heart Surgery
Test to Confirm Success of Parathyroid Surgery
Barium Studies Show Complications of Reflux Surgery
Noninvasive BP Monitoring Aid for Anesthesiologists
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