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Image: The new head positioning system is designed to facilitate spine procedures (Photo courtesy of Mizuho OSI).

Head Positioning System Promotes Precision Spine Procedures

A novel head positioning system uses electro-mechanical technology to provide optimal operating conditions and site exposure. More...
14 Nov 2017
Image: Pacemakers to be refurbished and used in third-world countries (Photo courtesy Scott Galvin / University of Michigan Photo Services).

Donated Pacemakers Can Be Safely Reused Post-Sterilization

A new study highlights a practical way to provide functioning pacemakers to the multitude of patients that cannot afford a new one. More...
13 Nov 2017
Image: A novel multi-port robotic system provides haptic feedback and eye-control (Photo courtesy of TransEnterix).

Robotic Surgery Platform Facilitates Laparoscopic Procedures

A new robotically assisted surgical device (RASD) helps direct small surgical instruments and a camera with precise movements and comfort. More...
09 Nov 2017
Image: According to a new study, reverse total shoulder arthroplasty is a good solution for irreparable rotator cuff tears (Photo courtesy of the Mayo Clinic).

Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Shows Stable Results

A new study concludes that reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) can provide substantial and lasting improvement in patients younger than 60 years with limited treatment options. More...
08 Nov 2017

PreOp Antibiotics Cut Left-Colon Surgery Infection Risk

Patients undergoing surgery of the left colon or rectum have significantly fewer surgical site infections (SSIs) if they received prophylactic antibiotics, according to a new study. More...
07 Nov 2017

Gallbladder Removal Should Precede Bariatric Surgery

A new study recommends that cholecystectomy should be performed before, not during or after, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). More...
06 Nov 2017

Belly Fat Predicts Adverse Surgery Outcomes

A new study shows that a high waist-to-hip ratio increases odds of complications and death dramatically in patients undergoing emergency operations. More...
06 Nov 2017
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