Surgical Techniques
Pediatric Circumcision Recommended, and as Early as Possible
A new study reports that few severe complications are seen following circumcision in neonates; mild or moderate complications are seen, however, when circumcision is undertaken at in older children, by inexperienced providers, or in nonsterile conditions. More...23 Feb 2010
Noninvasive Imaging, Earlier Surgery Can Stop Seizures in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
When medication fails to control seizures in children with tuberous sclerosis complex, a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple organ systems and frequently causes epilepsy, surgery to remove part of the brain is often necessary. More...22 Feb 2010
In Other News
Prostatectomy Patient Outcomes Affected by Surgeon's Total Case Load
Medical Implant Coating Lowers Rejection Rates
Innovative Software Creates 3D Views of Cardiac Arteries
Novel Surgery Helps Trauma Patients Avoid Total Hip Replacements
Electrical Stimulation Offers Hope for Depression Treatment
Surgeons Suffer Injuries Performing Minimally Invasive Techniques
Younger Women with Suspected Appendicitis Benefit from Preoperative CT Imaging
Single Laparoscopic Approach Favored for Common Bile Duct Stones
An Affordable Alternative to High-End Operating Tables
Minimally Invasive System for Pedicle Screw Placement
Slovenia Hospital to Utilize Multimodality Radiotherapy/Radiosurgery Technology
Fetal Membrane Repair Sealant Inspired by Mussel Adhesive
Preoperative Mammogram Reduces the Need for Mastectomy in Women with DCIS
Replacement Heart-Conduit Valve Implanted Without Surgery
SIR Supports Vertebroplasty Treatment for Painful Spine Fractures
Smallest Microscope Views Live Tissue in Real Time
LED Lamp Illuminates the Operating Field
CT-Guidance Useful as Alternative Pancreatic Biopsy Method
Computer Model Estimates Benefits of Bariatric Surgery for Severely Obese
Point-of-Care Ultrasound System Useful for Vascular Surgery
Tracking Surgical Sponges Prevents Errors
Ultra-Minilaparotomy Possibly Effective for Uterine Fibroids
Excimer Laser Ablation Successfully Treats Peripheral Artery Disease
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