Surgical Techniques

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• Pre-Surgery Image-Guided Radiotherapy for Sarcoma Patients Reduces Long-Term Side Effects

• Suction Retractor Eases Access to the Cervix

• Transfusions During Surgery May Increase Risk of Pneumonia

• Pulsing Magnetic Fields Focus Nano-Particles to Target

• Tailored Tissue Adhesives Reduce Postsurgical Leakage

• Miniature Camera Helps Inspect Reprocessed Medical Devices

• Neurostimulation Device Helps Treat Intractable Gastroparesis

• Hypothermia During Surgery Affects Recovery

• Disposable Instrument Kit Facilitates Fixation Procedures

• Epidural Steroid Injections Could Help Avoid Surgery

• Stem Cell Technology Helps Repair Heart Damage

• Carotid Stenting Linked to High Mortality in Medicare Population

• Minimally Invasive System Removes Intact Breast Lesions

• Thinner Minilaparoscopic Instruments Ease Procedural Tasks

• New Algorithm Allows for Better Heart Surgery

• Biopsies Do Not Promote Cancer Spread

• Lithoplasty System Treats Peripheral Artery Disease

• Heart Patients Advised to Exercise Calf Muscles

• Filter System Protects Against Catheterization Emboli

• New Tool Estimates Risks in Sleeve Gastrectomy Patients

• New Implant System for Foot and Ankle Procedures

• Long-Acting Pain Control Improves Knee Replacement Outcomes

• Modified Trocar Helps Avert Laparoscopic Surgery Injuries