Surgical Techniques
New Adhesive Hydrogel Coatings to Prolong Lifespan of Pacemakers and Medical Implants
Engineers have discovered a simple method to prevent fibrosis by coating medical implants with a hydrogel adhesive that binds the devices to tissue and shields them from attacks by the immune system. More...28 May 2024
Maneuvering System Empowers Surgeons with Enhanced Control during Laparoscopic Procedures
A groundbreaking maneuvering system allows surgeons to precisely control the surgical space, reducing the need for extra hands and minimizing risks associated with inexperienced staff performing complex techniques. More...28 May 2024
New Two-Dimensional Material Paves Way for Safer, More Effective Implantable Medical Devices
In the first-ever study to understand the biological interactions of borophene, researchers have improved this material in the lab by imparting chirality to this atomically thin version of boron. More...27 May 2024
Portable MRI Compatible Surgical Robot Improves Patients Outcomes for Neurosurgery
A compact, MRI-compatible surgical robot that facilitates intelligent intraoperative surgical planning and guidance through real-time soft tissue imaging aims to tackle the issue of brain shift during deep brain stimulation lead placements. More...24 May 2024
In Other News
World-First Device to Remove Bacterial Biofilm Inside Endoscopes
Wireless Electronic Suture Enables Postoperative Long-Term Monitoring Of Soft Tissue
Minimally Invasive Imaging Technique to Revolutionize Ureteral Injury Detection
Modular Communicative Leadless ICD Proves Safe and Exceeds Performance Expectations
AR Surgical Technology Translates Complex 2D Medical Imaging to Enhance Accuracy
Transcatheter Valve Replacement Outcomes Similar To Surgery, Finds Study
Miniaturized Snake-Like Probe Images Cerebral Arteries From Within
Revascularization Improves Life Quality in Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia, Finds Study
Miniaturized Implantable Multi-Sensors Device to Monitor Vessels Health
Tiny Robots Made Out Of Carbon Could Conduct Colonoscopy, Pelvic Exam or Blood Test
AI Integrated With Optical Imaging Technology Enables Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis
Miniaturized Ultrasonic Scalpel Enables Faster and Safer Robotic-Assisted Surgery
AI Assisted Reading Tool for Small Bowel Video Capsule Endoscopy Detects More Lesions
First-Ever Contact Force Pulsed Field Ablation System to Transform Treatment of Ventricular Arrhythmias
One-Hour Endoscopic Procedure Could Eliminate Need for Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes
Caterpillar Robot with Built-In Steering System Crawls Easily Through Loops and Bends
Tiny Wraparound Electronic Implants to Revolutionize Treatment of Spinal Cord Injuries
Small, Implantable Cardiac Pump to Help Children Awaiting Heart Transplant
Gastrointestinal Imaging Capsule a Game-Changer in Esophagus Surveillance and Treatment
World’s Smallest Laser Probe for Brain Procedures Facilitates Ablation of Full Range of Targets
Artificial Intelligence Broadens Diagnostic Abilities of Conventional Coronary Angiography
AI-Powered Surgical Visualization Tool Supports Surgeons' Visual Recognition in Real Time
Handheld Device for Fluorescence-Guided Surgery a Game Changer for Removal of High-Grade Glioma Brain Tumors
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