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Image: A discrete vacuum pump drains fluids continuously (Photo courtesy of Somavac / Studio Norwood Photography).

Wearable Vacuum Pump Reduces Seroma Risk

A low-profile, user friendly, wearable pump applies sustained vacuum to a closed wound following surgery to remove fluid effectively. More...
12 Jul 2018
Image: A new study suggests prehabiltation of frail heart patients improves surgical outcomes (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Prehabilitation May Benefit Patients Before Heart Surgery

A new study suggests that improving the overall physical and mental status of high risk, frail patients prior to cardiac interventions could enhance the recovery process. More...
11 Jul 2018
Image: A new study asserts inhaling NO could reduce kidney complications following surgery  (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Inhaled Nitric Oxide May Reduce Surgical Complications

Administration of nitric oxide (NO) during and following heart surgery can decrease risk of developing acute and chronic kidney problems, claims a new study. More...
10 Jul 2018
Image: The Tesera SA Hyperlordotic ALIF interbody spinal fusion system (Photo courtesy of Renovis Surgical).

3D Printed Spinal Implant Maximizes Biologic Fixation

An innovative anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) implant feature a porous titanium structure created via additive manufacturing printing technology. More...
09 Jul 2018

Ablation for AF Reduces Mortality and Stroke

A new study suggests that catheter-based ablation lowers the risk of mortality, ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). More...
09 Jul 2018
Image: The everlinQ endoAVF system catheters (Photo courtesy of TVA Medical).

Innovative Magnetic Device Facilitates Hemodialysis Access

New technology uses magnetic catheters and radiofrequency (RF) energy to create an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) for hemodialysis access. More...
05 Jul 2018
Image: Professor Parekh operating the da Vinci Xi Surgical System (Photo courtesy of the University of Miami).

Robotic Surgery Proves Comparable to Open Surgery

A major study shows lower blood loss, blood transfusion rates, and shorter hospital stays for minimally invasive surgery (MIS) patients, but overall outcomes are similar. More...
04 Jul 2018
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The Surgical techniques channel of HospiMedica keeps the reader informed about the latest in cardiac procedures, transplantation, minimally invasive surgery, wound care, OB/GYN, orthopedics, urology, surgical instrumentation, ophthalmology, and additional related fields.