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Image: A novel implant regenerates true hyaline cartilage and bone (Photo courtesy of CartiHeal).

Biologic Implant Regrows Cartilage and Bone

A novel cell-free biomaterial implant repairs cartilage and osteochondral defects in both traumatic and osteoarthritic joints. More...
19 Mar 2019
Image: An intelligent needle can identify minute voids for injection (Photo courtesy of Randal McKenzie/ HMS).

Resistance-Sensing Needle Identifies Target Destinations

A highly sensitive intelligent-injector for tissue-targeting (i2T2) needle can detect changes in resistance in order to properly and safely deliver medication, claims a new study. More...
18 Mar 2019
Image: A new study claims static magnetic fields can increase stem cell osteogenic potential (Photo courtesy of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences).

Static Magnetic Fields Enhance Bone Remodeling

Incorporating a static magnetic field (SMF) into 3D-printed (3DP) porous titanium scaffolds can help unleash the osteogenic potential of human bone-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hBMSCs), according to a new study. More...
13 Mar 2019
Image: A close up of the nozzle of the skin bioprinter (Photo courtesy of WFIRM).

Skin Bioprinting System Helps Heal Extensive Wounds

A mobile skin bioprinter that layers dermal fibroblasts and epidermal keratinocytes directly into a wound can accelerate contraction and re-epithelialization, claims a new study. More...
12 Mar 2019
Image: In the spinal procedure, removing excess tissue in the lumbar spine relieves LSS (Photo courtesy of Vertos Medical).

Minimally Invasive Procedure Relieves Spinal Stenosis Symptoms

A novel procedure treats lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) by restoring space in the spinal canal with the aid of specialized devices. More...
11 Mar 2019
Image: The Ion endoluminal system lung biopsy system (Photo courtesy of Intuitive Surgical).

Robotic Biopsy System Diagnoses Peripheral Lung Cancer

A minimally invasive lung cancer biopsy system snakes its way through the airways to reach nodules in the peripheral lung. More...
06 Mar 2019
Image: A new study includes several modifiable factors that can reduce SSI following elective surgery (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Five Factors Linked to Infections Following Orthopedic Surgery

A new study links diabetes, obesity, smoking, prolonged surgery, and low pre-surgical albumin levels to an increased risk of developing surgical site infection (SSI). More...
05 Mar 2019
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