Critical Care
Millimeter-Scale, Chip-Less and Battery-Less Implant Wirelessly Monitors Health Parameters
Scientists have developed a set of millimeter-scale, chip-less, and battery-free magnetic implants paired with a fully integrated wearable device for measuring biophysical and biochemical signals. More...21 Mar 2024
Novel Tool Predicts Cardiovascular Risks after Bone Marrow Transplantation
Researchers have identified the current rates of heart-related complications following bone marrow transplants as well as created a new tool to predict an individual's risk for such issues and guide the pre-transplant process. More...18 Mar 2024
Novel Technology Monitors and Lowers Bleeding Complications in Patients Undergoing Heart Procedures
A novel monitoring device offers real-time detection of bleeding during endovascular procedures, ensuring better outcomes and providing peace of mind for patients at high risk of bleeding. More...15 Mar 2024
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Drug-Coated Balloons Offer Superior Treatment Option for Patients Undergoing Coronary Angioplasty
Novel Left Ventricular Assist Device Could Provide Alternative Treatment Option to Cardiac Transplantation
High-Tech Paint Could Eliminate Need for Multiple Surgeries in Heart and Dialysis Patients
Electrochemical Sensor Monitors Urine Biomarkers of Neurological Diseases in Real Time
Novel Biomaterial Combined with Unique Microsurgical Approach Speeds up Soft Tissue Recovery
Novel Endoscopic Sensor System Measures Faulty Gut Electrical Signals for Detection of GI Disorders
Nanosurgical Tool Performs Biopsy of Living Cell Repeatedly during Exposure to Cancer Treatment
Injectable Hydrogel Prevents Damage to Heart’s Right Ventricle Due To Chronic Pressure Overload
AI-Enabled Technology Offers Future Heart Attack Risk Assessment
Implantable Device for Pulmonary Hypertension Reduces Cardiac Workload and Enhances Blood Flow
AI Technology Boosts ECG Capabilities for Early Heart Disease Diagnosis
AI Captures ECG Patterns to Predict Future Sudden Cardiac Arrest
3D-Printable Tissue Adhesive with Blood-Repelling Feature to Revolutionize Surgical Wound Closure
Hemostatic Agent Derived From Mussels and Silkworm Cocoons Stops Organ Bleeding
Faster, More Accurate Blood Flow Simulation to Revolutionize Treatment of Vascular Diseases
Ultra-Thin, Light-Controlled Pacemaker Regulates Heartbeats
Breakthrough Electrochemical Technology to Revolutionize Treatment of Internal Wounds and Cancerous Tumors
MRI-Guided Microscopic Robots Eliminate Liver Tumors
Rapid Sepsis Test Delivers Two Days Faster Results
Programmable Hydrogels for Surgical Wound Care Could Also Enable Sustained Drug Release
New Test Predicts How Heart Attack Patients Will Respond to Mechanical Pumps
Customizable Bio-Adhesive Patches for Different Organs Can Seal Internal Wounds
Blocking Artery Supplying Brain Covering After Subdural Hematoma Reduces Repeat Surgery
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