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Image: Research participant Britt Gott wears a cap used to image the brain via diffuse optical tomography (DOT) (Photo courtesy of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis).

Diffuse Optical Tomography Brain Scanner Designed for the OR and Bedside

Scientists have developed sophisticated a brain-scanning technology that tracks what is occurring in the brain by shining dozens of very small light-emitting diode lights on the head.   More...
12 Jun 2014
Image: The Olympus EndoCapsule 10 System (Photo courtesy of Olympus).

Capsule System Supports Noninvasive Small Intestine Observation

A new, small-bowel capsule-endoscopy system produces high-quality images for fast, efficient, and precise examinations.  More...
11 Jun 2014

Bariatric Surgery Bests Medical Therapy for Diabetes

A new study shows bariatric surgery is a highly effective and durable treatment for diabetes mellitus type 2 in obese patients, enabling nearly all surgical patients to be free of insulin three years after surgery.  More...
10 Jun 2014
Image: The LifeMesh self-fixating hernia mesh (Photo courtesy of LifeBond).

Self-Fixating Mesh Platform Helps Repair Hernias

A novel surgical mesh simplifies hernia repair and reduces the complications associated with penetrative mesh fixation using tacks or sutures.  More...
10 Jun 2014

Alternative to Epilepsy Surgery Offered by MRI-Guided Laser Treatment

For patients with mesial temporal lobe epilepsy that cannot be controlled by drugs, a minimally invasive laser procedure performed under MRI guidance provides a safe and effective alternative to surgery, according to new research.  More...
10 Jun 2014

Surgical Mortality Subject to Daily, Weekly, and Seasonal Variability

A new study suggests that the risk of death following surgery is highest in the afternoon, at weekends, and during the month of February.  More...
09 Jun 2014

Surgical Preventive Measures Result in Fewer DVT’s

A new study indicates that the odds of postoperative deep vein thrombosis steadily declined after the implementation of a multicomponent prevention program.  More...
08 Jun 2014
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