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Major Surgery Tied to Decline in Seniors Cognitive Function

A new study suggests that major surgery may be tied to a small decline in the cognitive trajectory of older adults, equivalent to about five months of natural brain aging. More...
17 Sep 2019
Image: A waterjet ablation system can relieve benign prostatic obstruction (Photo courtesy of Procept BioRobotics).

Aquablation Effective for Treating Benign Prostatic Obstruction

Waterjet ablation can relieve benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) in men with small- to medium-sized glands, according to a new study. More...
16 Sep 2019
Image: The DynaNail Mini Fusion System assembly (Photo courtesy of MedShape).

Superelastic Nitinol Technology Supports Subtalar Fusion

An innovative orthopedic device designed specifically for subtalar fusion maintains active compression post-surgery to promote healing and joint stability. More...
12 Sep 2019
Image: A thread-like robot winds its way through a simulated brain (Photo courtesy of MIT).

Soft Continuum Robots Wind through Brain Pathways

A new study shows how a magnetically steerable miniature robot can actively glide through narrow, winding pathways, such as the labyrinthine vasculature of the brain. More...
11 Sep 2019

Preventative Angioplasty Reduces Mortality Risk after Heart Attack

Complete multivessel revascularization following a ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) reduces the risk of cardiovascular death, according to a new study. More...
10 Sep 2019
Image: GSNs scintillating under NIR laser light (Photo courtesy of Nanospectra Biosciences).

Activated Gold Particles Help Ablate Prostate Tumors

Gold-silica nanoshell (GSN) particles that absorb near-infrared light (NIR) can induce photothermal ablation of prostate cancer, claims a new study. More...
09 Sep 2019
Image: The Preloc monofilament base before wound closure (Photo courtesy of Zipline Medical).

Wound Closure System Outperforms Staples and Sutures

A novel skin closure system reduces incision-related problems, provides greater range of motion, reduces pain, and results in superior scar quality. More...
06 Sep 2019
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