Surgical Techniques


Outcomes Between On-Pump and Off-Pump Procedures of Heart Bypass Surgery Not Much Different, Finds 10-Year Study
A study that analyzed patient outcomes in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in veterans showed outcomes for on-pump and off-pump procedures over 10 years to be similar. More...21 Feb 2022


Next-Gen Robot System Helps Surgeons Perform Total Knee Replacement Procedures with High Accuracy
A new generation active robot helps surgeons perform total knee replacement procedures with high accuracy and supports a choice of knee implants from multiple manufacturers in its open implant library. More...11 Feb 2022

First Self-Expanding Y-Shaped Tracheal Stent System Aids in Treatment of Malignant Neoplasms at Tracheobronchial Carina
The first self-expanding tracheobronchial nitinol y-stent launched in the market is designed to be a flexible, compliant device that will aid in the treatment of malignant neoplasms at the tracheobronchial carina. More...11 Feb 2022

Optimedic 2100 Series HD Fluorescence Endoscopic Imaging System Enhances Visualization of Tissue Perfusion in Real-Time
OptoMedic Technologies, Inc.’s (Guangdong, China) 2100 Series HD FloNavi Fluorescence Endoscopic Imaging System is leading the traditional endoscopic system industry into the new era of functional endoscopic system. More...10 Feb 2022

In Other News
Algorithm-Integrated Implantable BCI Translates Paralyzed Patients' Thoughts into Real-Time Prosthetic Movements
Simulation-Based Surgical Training Improves Surgeons’ Skills for More Complex Surgeries
Abbott Announces World's First Patient Implants of Dual-Chamber Leadless Pacemaker System
Karl Storz’s New Improved Blue Light System Provides Next-Level Visualization for Procedures Requiring Rigid Cystoscopy
Stryker Introduces Tornier Shoulder Arthroplasty Portfolio and Launches New Tornier Perform Humeral System in Europe
World’s First 3D Human Spinal Cord Implant May Allow Paralyzed People to Walk Again
Ambu Receives FDA Clearance for Single-Use Gastroscope and Next-Generation Display Unit
MRI Guided Focused Ultrasound System Uses Sound Waves to Ablate Prostate Tissue without Incision
Newly Designed Surgical Sticky Tape Could Replace Sutures for Repairing Leaks and Tears in GI Tract
Surgical Fixation of Broken Wrists No Better Than Casting
First Procedure Conducted in Europe with Medtronic’s Hugo Robotic-Assisted Surgery System
Ingestible X-Ray Capsule Could Address Issues in Preventive Screenings for Colonoscopies
New MRI-Guided Therapy Navigates Magnetic Seed Through Brain to Heat and Destroy Tumors
Study to Improve Integration of Small-Diameter Tissue-Engineered Vascular Grafts into Body
New Exofin Precision Pen Wound Closure Medical Device Receives FDA Clearance
Largest-Ever Device Study Conducted in Diastolic Heart Failure Finds Patients Can Benefit From Atrial Shunt
Robot Successfully Performs First Laparoscopic Surgery Without Human Help
Advanced Endoscopic Tool Facilitates GI Tract Suturing
Laparoscopic Closure Device Seals Common Enterotomy
Intrasaccular Mesh Plug Treats Brain Aneurysms
Novel Biomaterial Aids Post-Surgical Heart Reconstruction
New Grommet Device Streamlines Pediatric Ear Surgery
Spinal Surgery System Integrates Multiple Technologies
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