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Persistent Opioid Use Common Following Surgery

Approximately six percent of patients continue to use opioids more than three months after their surgery, irrespective of its extent, according to a new study. More...
01 May 2017
Image: The Mazor X surgical guidance system (Photo courtesy of Mazor Robotics).

Pre-Op Planning Software Helps Correct Spinal Deformity

New software helps surgeons plan spinal deformity corrections and spinal alignment for procedures using a robotic-assisted guidance platform. More...
27 Apr 2017
Image: The E-XPE knee arthroplasty insert in PSA configuration (Photo courtesy of UOC).

Polyethylene Knee Insert Reduces Oxidation Risk

A novel knee insert made of highly cross-linked polyethylene blended with vitamin E enhances wear resistance, without compromising oxidative stability and mechanical properties. More...
26 Apr 2017
Image: A new study suggests getting patients into better shape before surgery shortens hospital stays (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Patient Training Program Shortens Hospital Stays

Home-based basic fitness and wellness coaching prior to surgery could reduce a patient's average hospital stay by two days, according to a new study. More...
25 Apr 2017
Image: The 3D-bioprinted cell patch on top of a mouse heart (Photo courtesy of Patrick O’Leary/UMN).

Bioprinted Patch Helps Hearts Recover Following MI

A new study describes how a novel three-dimensional (3D) printing technique can produce biological scaffolds that significantly improve recovery from an ischemic myocardial infarct (MI). More...
24 Apr 2017
Image: The FlexVR portable robotic surgery simulator (Photo courtesy of Mimic Technologies).

Portable Simulator Helps Surgeons Improve Robotic Skills

A personal simulator aids surgeons learn and practice foundational elements needed during all stages of surgical robotics. More...
21 Apr 2017

Research Shows Some Gallbladder Removals May Not Be Necessary

Most patients hospitalized with acute biliary pancreatitis that decline immediate cholecystectomy fare well during follow-up, according to a new study. More...
20 Apr 2017
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