Surgical Techniques
Heart Valve That Grows Along With Child Could Reduce Invasive Surgeries
For the first time, a prosthetic pulmonary valve replacement specifically designed for pediatric patients can expand over time inside a child’s anatomy. This could eliminate the need to perform invasive replacement surgeries every few years as the child will not require another replacement procedure until reaching adulthood. More...07 Feb 2023
First Ever Ureteroscope System Monitors Intrarenal Pressure in Real-Time During Ureteroscopy Procedures
High intrarenal pressure (IRP) after ureteroscopies can cause various post-operative complications including systemic inflammatory response syndrome, sepsis and renal damage. Now, the first ever ureteroscope system with the ability to monitor IRP in real-time during ureteroscopy procedures could resolve this problem. More...06 Feb 2023
Wirelessly Connected Microimplants Enable Patient-Doctor Communication
Researchers have developed a new generation of active, wirelessly connected microimplants that could be implanted in the body for life. In addition to communicating with each other, these implants also allow the patient and doctor to communicate with the network from outside at any time. More...06 Feb 2023
First-Of-Its-Kind Technology Enables Replacement of Diseased Heart Valve without Surgery
Currently, complex open-heart surgery to repair or replace the leaky heart valve is the most effective treatment for such patients but is offered to just 2% of patients due to a high surgical risk. Now, a unique platform offers a first-of-its-kind technology for allowing implantation of a biological bioprosthesis to replace the diseased valve through catheterization only. More...06 Feb 2023
Modifying Intestinal Flora Before Surgery Reduces Postoperative Complications in Colorectal Cancer Patients
Up to 30% of all patients undergoing colorectal surgery suffer from serious complications due to poor healing of their intestinal barrier. A team of scientists has now identified two bacterial strains that directly affect whether or not anastomotic leakage, more commonly known as intestinal leakage, occurs. More...06 Feb 2023
Implantable Neuro-Chip Uses Machine Learning Algorithm to Detect and Treat Neurological Disorders
Using a combination of low-power chip design, machine learning algorithms, and soft implantable electrodes, researchers have produced a neural interface that can identify and suppress symptoms of different types of neurological disorders. More...31 Jan 2023
Customized Device to Treat Brain Aneurysms Could Reduce Risk of Recurrence
A five-year research project will lead to the design of a device that can be customized to better treat unique aneurysms which can be deadly. The researchers will use advanced biomedical 3-D printing to design and create unique, customized devices that can be tailored to the specific geometrical shape, size and location of an aneurysm. More...31 Jan 2023
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Innovative Aspiration Catheter for Treatment of Stroke Delivers Next-Level Navigation Performance
Stainless-Steel Looped Wire Suture Provides More Robust Sternal Closure
100% of Future Surgeries Could Be Performed Using AR
Fully Immersive 3D AR Surgical Navigation System Demonstrates High Accuracy for EVD Placement
Remotely Controlled Miniature Biological Robots Could Be Used for MIS and Detection of Disease Biomarkers
Next-Generation TAVI System Treats Aortic Stenosis Safely and Effectively
One-Of-A-Kind Imaging Technology for Brain Tumor Surgery Improves Patient Outcomes
New Catheter-Delivered Embolic Shows Promise for Treating Brain Bleed
Groundbreaking Technology Radically Improves Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery
Next Gen Mechanical Thrombectomy System Combines Superior Catheter Design with Dual Clot Detection Algorithms
World’s First 4K Single-Use Surgical Arthroscope Improves Efficiency, Consistency and Safety
Tiny Implantable Device Helps Kill Cancer
Robot Assistants in Operating Room Promise Safer Surgery
Reusable Surgeon’s Scalpel Provides Precise Unobstructed Illumination in Anatomic Danger Zones
AR Visualization Software for Complex Surgeries a Huge Step Forward for Surgeons
AI Tool Helps Make Real-Time Diagnosis During Surgery
Immersive Simulation Application Enables Doctors to Practice Robotic Surgery with VR Streaming
World's Smallest Implantable, Rechargeable Spinal Cord Stimulation System Treats Chronic Pain
New Myocardial Infarction Treatment Patch Could Improve Heart Function
Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy Platform a Game Changer in Lung Cancer Detection and Biopsy Technology
Soft, Robotic, and Implantable Ventilator Improves Lung Capacity for People with Diaphragm Dysfunction
AI-Driven Intraoperative CT Imaging System Sets New Standard in Lung Cancer Diagnostics
Radiation Protection System Reduces Entire Interventional Team’s Exposure in Hospital X-Ray Labs
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