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Image: The RapiArc VMAT radiosurgery system (Photo courtesy of Varian Medical Systems).

Arc Therapy Radiosurgery Faster Than Gamma Knife Treatments

Volumetric modulated arc therapy radiosurgery treatments can be optimized to treat multiple brain metastases at the same time, according to a new study.  More...
03 Dec 2014
Image: Eye-tracking solution provides hands-free data access (Photo courtesy of Tobii Technology).

Eye Tracking System Helps Surgeons Access Data

An innovative eye-tracking solution provides surgeons hands-free access to imaging and patient data in sterile surgical environments.   More...
02 Dec 2014

Magnet Displacement and Pain Seen in Patients with Cochlear Implants Undergoing MRI Scanning

Pain, discomfort, and magnet displacement were observed in a small medical records review study of patients with cochlear implants who underwent magnetic resonance imaging scanning.   More...
02 Dec 2014

Simple Tool Reduces Coronary Angioplasty Complications

A new screening tool calculates a patient's bleeding risk during percutaneous coronary intervention, based on nine clinical variables.   More...
01 Dec 2014
Image: Pediatric cardiologist Prof. Marc Gewillig, MD, PhD (Photo courtesy of UZ Leuven).

Infant’s Cardiac Valve Replaced Through the Liver

A novel surgical procedure successfully placed a tricuspid valve in a one-year-old infant using a catheter through the liver, since infants’ blood vessels are too small to transport it to the heart.   More...
30 Nov 2014
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Intracavity Illuminator Provides Superior In-Situ Visualization

A universal, “drop in” illuminator addresses the inherent challenges of minimal access surgery and helps improve outcomes.  More...
26 Nov 2014

Nerve Block Procedure Safe for Children

Caudal nerve block in children has a low complication rate, with little or no risk of long-term adverse effects, according to a new study.  More...
25 Nov 2014
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