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Image: Demonstrator suture anchors made of FE-TCP (Photo courtesy of Fraunhofer IFAM).

Biodegradable Implants Result in Fewer Surgeries

Load bearing, biodegradable implants made from iron-tricalcium phosphate degrade completely in the body.   More...
18 Nov 2014
Image: The Stealth 360° Orbital PAD System (Photo courtesy of Cardiovascular Systems).

Percutaneous Atherectomy System Treats Peripheral Calcifications

Novel orbital technology removes plaque buildup in peripheral arterial disease and critical limb ischemia without damaging the soft arterial tissue.  More...
16 Nov 2014
Image: Local drug delivery oxygenates tumor cells to reverse hypoxia and sensitizes them to therapy (Photo courtesy of Sanovas).

Radiation Oncology Drug Platform Oxygenates Tumors Cells to Make Them More Sensitive to Therapy

A new patent has been issued for photodynamic therapy for tumors with a localized delivery technique, which offers broad protection for new systems and methods for reversing hypoxia in therapy-resistant tumors, and for delivering combination therapy to peripheral tumors, specifically lung cancer.   More...
12 Nov 2014
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Extreme Resolution Endoscopes Help Screen GI Disorders

New endoscopes provide high definition plus images for colonoscopy and gastroscopy examination procedures.  More...
12 Nov 2014
Image: The Doak Table in closed and unfolded positions (Photo courtesy of Morzine Medical).

Surgical Bed Helps Military on the Battlefield

A lightweight but sturdy surgical table is designed to be used in nontraditional medical care settings, such as the battlefield or in the aftermath of a catastrophic event.   More...
12 Nov 2014
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Reloadable Fixation Device Assists Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

An articulating fixation device delivers superior access, stronger fixation, and lower cost of care for minimally invasive hernia repair.   More...
11 Nov 2014

Ischemic Preconditioning Protects Heart During Surgery

Shutting off the blood supply to an arm or leg before cardiac surgery protects the heart during the surgical procedure, according to a new study.  More...
10 Nov 2014
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