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Image: The Paradise OTW ultrasound device (Photo courtesy of ReCor Medical).

“Over-the-Wire” Device Treats Resistant High Blood Pressure

A next-generation renal denervation device uses ultrasound energy for complete circumferential denervation more consistently and efficiently than the standard of care radiofrequency ablation catheter. More...
12 Feb 2013
Image: The tip of the EPi-Sense cardiac ablation device (Photo courtesy of nContact).

Embedded Sensing Technology Aids Cardiac Ablation

A new cardiac ablation device includes sensors that provide real-time feedback to physicians conducting cardiac ablation procedures. More...
11 Feb 2013
Image: Epi-Foam postoperative compression foam (Photo courtesy of Biodermis).

Compression Foam Facilitates Liposuction Care

Specialized foam specifically designed for use as a postsurgical compression device aids body contouring and liposuction procedures. More...
07 Feb 2013
Image: The Zimmer iASSIST Guidance System (Photo Courtesy of Zimmer Holdings).

Positioning Device Helps Surgeons Accurately Place Knee Implants

A novel personalized guidance system for knee replacements uses disposable accelerometers to relay positioning information to the physician. More...
06 Feb 2013
Image: The Amplatzer Amulet left atrial appendage occluder (Photo courtesy of St. Jude Medical).

Next-Generation Occluder Reduces Stroke Risk

A novel occluder closes the left atrial appendage in patients diagnosed with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, potentially reducing the risk of stroke. More...
05 Feb 2013

Two Spine Surgeons Are Better Than One

A new study demonstrates that having two attending surgeons in the operating room during spinal surgeries can benefit patients in multiple ways. More...
05 Feb 2013

Tumor Separation Surgery Plus High-Dose Stereotactic Radiosurgery Shown to Control Spine Metastases

Tumor “separation surgery” followed by high-dose hypofractionated stereotactic radiosurgery or high-dose single-fraction SRS, has been found to be safe and effective in controlling spinal metastases regardless of the radiosensitivity of the specific tumor type that has invaded the spine. More...
04 Feb 2013
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