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Probing Device Measures Potential Donors' Liver Function

A portable finger-probe device can successfully measure liver function in brain-dead organ donors, according to a new study.   More...
10 Jun 2015

Calculator Assesses Post-Operative Colon Cancer Patient Survival

A new smartphone application aids oncologists and patients diagnosed with colon cancer calculate individualized post-operative 5-year overall survival.  More...
09 Jun 2015
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Early Warning System Detects Internal Bleeding

A novel system promotes vascular catheterization safety by alerting physicians to bleeding complications during interventional procedures.   More...
07 Jun 2015

Postsurgical Atrial Fibrillation Increases Heart Attack Risk

A new study suggests that postoperative atrial fibrillation can significantly increase the risk of heart attack or stroke during the year after surgery.  More...
03 Jun 2015

Platelet-Rich Plasma Reduces Sternal Wound Infections

A new study shows that using platelet–rich plasma inside the sternotomy wound can significantly reduce the occurrence of infections following cardiac surgery.  More...
03 Jun 2015

Photoactive Dye Could Prevent Surgical Infection

A novel antimicrobial dye activated by light could help prevent bacteria from growing on bone fragments used in reconstructive surgery, according to a new study.   More...
02 Jun 2015
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Plasma Tool Reduces Damage to Surrounding Tissue

A new plasma-based hand piece surgical tool promotes soft tissue coagulation and cutting during open and laparoscopic procedures.   More...
01 Jun 2015
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