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Image: A new study suggests nasal turbinate reduction improves airflow best (Photo courtesy of TheRespiratorySystem.com).

Full-Length ITR Improves Nasal Airflow Best

A new study suggests that full-length inferior turbinate reduction (ITR) is the most effective treatment option for nasal obstruction. More...
19 Feb 2018
Image: The dispersion of airborne squames in an operating room (Photo courtesy of OSU).

Warm-Air Blowers Disperse Pathogens to Surgical Sites

A new study suggests that heated-air blanket blowers, designed to keep patients at a safe temperature, also interfere with operating room (OR) ventilation systems, exacerbating the dispersion of squames. More...
13 Feb 2018

PFO Doubles Post-Surgical Stroke Risk

Patent foramen ovale (PFO) contributes to the risk for stroke within 30 days of non-cardiac surgery, according to a new study. More...
13 Feb 2018
Image: Custom-manufactured clad composite wires delivered on spools (Photo courtesy of Anomet).

Composite Medical Wire Joins Incompatible Materials

A novel clad composite wire metallurgically bonds different metals on the interior and exterior to achieve properties that are not available in a single alloy. More...
12 Feb 2018
Image: A polyurethane surgical adhesive closes surgical sites (Photo courtesy of Grünenthal).

Topical Skin Adhesive Closes Surgical Incisions

A novel skin adhesive that offers robust bonding strength, fast sealing, and high flexibility offers an alternative to traditional wound closing techniques. More...
07 Feb 2018
Image: A new study suggests breathing training before surgery can help prevent postoperative pneumonia (Photo courtesy of MMU).

Pre-Op Breathing Training Prevents Post-Op Pneumonia

A new study suggests that postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) can be halved if patients are taught simple breathing exercises implemented immediately upon waking. More...
07 Feb 2018
Image: The ExcelsiusGPS robotic navigation platform (Photo courtesy of Globus Medical).

Novel Surgical Robot Streamlines Implant Placement

A robotic surgical trajectory guidance and navigation platform integrates intra-operative computerized tomography and fluoroscopic imaging technologies.
 
 
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06 Feb 2018
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