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Innovative Mobile Patient Warming System

A portable patient warming system can reduce the risk of hypothermia and associated patient complications before, during, and after surgery. More...
20 Apr 2009

Surgeons Slow to Learn Keyhole Surgery for Prostate Cancer

Surgeons who operate on patients with prostate cancer find it harder to learn the skills needed to do the surgery with a laparoscope compared with traditional techniques, claims a new study. More...
16 Apr 2009

Spyglass Endoscope Improves Diagnosis of Biliary and Pancreatic Diseases

A new intraductal endoscope intended for direct visualization during a cholangioscopy allows the physician to directly see the site of interest, such as a stricture, gallstones, or other areas of concern. More...
16 Apr 2009

Marine Mussels Could Hold the Key to Faster Healing After Surgery

Medical adhesives based on the natural glue that marine mussels use to bond to rocks and a variation of inkjet printer technology could replace traditional sutures, resulting in less scarring, faster recovery times, and increased precision in delicate operations such as eye surgery. More...
15 Apr 2009
Image: The VisuMax femtosecond laser system (Photo courtesy of Carl Zeiss Meditec).

New Femtosecond Laser System for Ophthalmologic LASIK Surgery

Through an increase in the pulse repetition rate, a next generation femtosecond laser system enhances the precision of the therapy, shortens treatment times, and further improves patient comfort. More...
14 Apr 2009

Fast Camera Visualizes Even Small Variations in Blood Circulation

Burns or other disorders that disrupt the blood flow in tissues will soon be easier to assess due to a camera that is capable of imaging blood circulation in real time. More...
13 Apr 2009

Innovative Treatment for Venous Reflux Disease

A minimally invasive procedure for patients suffering with symptomatic varicose veins and venous reflux offers advantages over conventional vein stripping surgery. More...
13 Apr 2009
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