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Image: The Activa PC+S DBS System (Photo courtesy of Medtronic).

DBS Implant Treats Medically-Refractory Epilepsy

Delivering controlled electrical pulses to the anterior nucleus of the thalamus (ANT) can reduce the frequency of epileptic seizures in people who are resistant to antiepileptic medication. More...
04 Mar 2019
Image: Extra-large CHG wipes can help reduce SSI (Photo courtesy of Medline).

Pre-Saturated Cloths Battle Hospital-Acquired Infections

New post-operative cloths impregnated with a 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) can reduce the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs). More...
27 Feb 2019
Image: The Zenition platform brings together innovations in image capture and processing (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

Mobile C-arm Platform Enhances OR Performance

A novel mobile C-arm imaging platform provides live image guidance during a wide range of surgeries including orthopedic, trauma, and vascular procedures. More...
26 Feb 2019
Image: Professor Issam Awad demonstrating the MISTIE procedure (Photo courtesy of University of Chicago).

Removing More Blood Improves Hemorrhagic Stroke Recovery

The greater the volume of blood removed from the brain following cerebral hemorrhage, the greater the odds of better functional recovery, claims a new study. More...
26 Feb 2019

Research Shows Laparoscopic and Open Gastrectomy Outcomes Are Similar

Patients with gastric cancer who undergo laparoscopic distal gastrectomy have long-term survival rates comparable to those who undergo open gastrectomy, according to a new study. More...
25 Feb 2019
Image: New research suggests that shoulder decompression surgery does not relieve pain (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Subacromial Shoulder Decompression Surgery Not Recommended

A new practice guideline suggests that decompression surgery for adults suffering from atraumatic shoulder pain diagnosed as subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS) is not recommended. More...
20 Feb 2019
Image: The AdVance XP male sling system (Photo courtesy of Boston Scientific).

Redesigned Mesh Sling System Treats Male Urinary Incontinence

A surgically implanted mesh sling system helps relieve stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in men by compressing and supporting the urethra, helping the bladder to fully close. More...
19 Feb 2019
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