Critical Care



Novel Endoscopic Sensor System Measures Faulty Gut Electrical Signals for Detection of GI Disorders
An endoscopic sensor device designed for the measurement of gut electrical activity could allow doctors to diagnose hard-to-identify stomach complaints without the need for invasive surgery. More...08 Mar 2024


Injectable Hydrogel Prevents Damage to Heart’s Right Ventricle Due To Chronic Pressure Overload
A new study has led to the development of an injectable hydrogel that can mitigate damage to the right ventricle of the heart due to chronic pressure overload in children born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. More...07 Mar 2024


Implantable Device for Pulmonary Hypertension Reduces Cardiac Workload and Enhances Blood Flow
A novel implantable device mimics the function of the healthy vessels by restoring compliance to the pulmonary vessels, offering an alternative treatment for patients impacted by right heart dysfunction related to pulmonary hypertension. More...04 Mar 2024
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Blocking Artery Supplying Brain Covering After Subdural Hematoma Reduces Repeat Surgery
AI-Based System to Guide Stroke Treatment Decisions Reduces Chances of New Vascular Events
Tiny Microfluidic Device Makes Cell Therapy Safer For Spinal Cord Injury Patients
Pulsed Field Ablation System Provides New Therapy Option for Abnormal Heart Rhythms
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Pulsed Field Ablation System Offers Unique Alternative to Standard-Of-Care Thermal Ablation Treatment
Replacement Valve That Grow Inside the Body to Revolutionize Heart Treatment
World's First Safe Electric Drug Infusion Pump to Prevent Medical Accidents
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Skin Patch Monitors Tumor Size and Sends Data to Smartphone
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