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Image: gold nanodot array on a fibroblast cell (Photo courtesy of Johns Hopkins University)

Nanoscale Tattoos Adhered to Live Cells Could Enable Early Disease Diagnosis

In a groundbreaking advancement, engineers have created nanoscale tattoos—microscopic dots and wires capable of adhering to live cells—marking a significant step towards the ability to monitor the health of individual cells. More...
10 Aug 2023
Image: The Delta bedside monitor displays a patient\'s leak risk score (Photo courtesy of FluidAI)

Groundbreaking Medical Device Enables Early Detection of Life-Threatening Postoperative Complications

A novel AI-powered postsurgical monitoring system enhances postoperative care by employing patient-specific data for early detection of leaks after gastrointestinal surgery. More...
10 Aug 2023
Image: The POLARx FIT cryoablation balloon catheter (Photo courtesy of Boston Scientific)

First-Of-Its-Kind Expandable Cryoballoon Catheter Advances Cryoablation Therapy

A cutting-edge cryoablation system featuring an expandable cryoballoon catheter marks a leap forward in the effective treatment of atrial fibrillation. More...
10 Aug 2023
Image: The new blood-pressure related measure will help clinicians monitor and treat critically ill patients (Photo courtesy of Freepik)

New Blood-Pressure Related Measure Accurately Predicts Mortality Risk in ICU Patients

A new monitoring technique offers clinicians a tool to manage blood pressure and heart function more efficiently, thus minimizing the risk of death and other complications in critically ill patients. More...
09 Aug 2023
Image: The miniature human heart model could potentially transform drug testing and cardiovascular research (Photo courtesy of Tissue Dynamics)

Miniature Artificial Heart Could Transform Cardiovascular Disease Treatments

A new multi-chambered, self-regulating miniature heart model offers a promising solution for improving survival and patient outcomes in those suffering from cardiovascular ailments. More...
08 Aug 2023
Image: The new technique offers improved diagnostic precision and potential for personalized therapy for a common arrhythmia (Photo courtesy of Freepik)

Diagnostic Technique Assesses Structural Changes in Cardiac Arrhythmia to Enable Personalized Treatment

A new diagnostic method allows for the simultaneous assessment of both electrical and mechanical (contractile) activity in the heart atria during atrial fibrillation, enabling timely intervention and better management of the condition. More...
07 Aug 2023
Image: IntelliSep provides physicians key new information to support rapid, confident triage of patients (Photo courtesy of Cytovale)

First-of-its-Kind Sepsis Test Offers Groundbreaking Diagnostic Tool for Emergency Departments

A groundbreaking test offering quick sepsis diagnosis for adults showing infection signs and symptoms, with results in less than 10 minutes, has been released for commercial use in the U.S. More...
02 Aug 2023
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