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Image: The DTRAX Spinal System set of surgical instruments (Photo courtesy of Providence Medical Technology).

Single-Use Instruments Aid Posterior Cervical Fusion

A novel out-of-the-box surgical set provides all essential instruments for bone access, bone preparation, and decortication during posterior cervical fusion (PCF) procedures. More...
30 May 2018
Image: The upgraded EmboTrap II stent retriever (Photo courtesy of Cerenovus).

Enhanced Stent Retriever Treats Ischemic Stroke

A next-generation stent retriever captures and removes life-threatening blood clots from the brain following an ischemic stroke. More...
30 May 2018
Image: A novel implant helps glaucoma patients by improving aqueous humor outflow (Photo courtesy of iSTAR Medical).

Novel Ophthalmic Implant Treats Glaucoma

An innovative micro-invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) device is highly effective for achieving significant intraocular pressure (IOP) reduction in glaucoma patients. More...
29 May 2018
Image: The EMPOWER 35W and 65W laser portfolio line (Photo courtesy of Olympus Medical).

Lithotripsy Laser Systems Facilitate Stone Removal

Innovative Holmium:YAG (Ho:YAG) lasers feature a full range of lithotripsy modes including dusting, stone stabilization, and soft tissue ablation. More...
29 May 2018

Vertebroplasty Ineffectual for Osteoporotic Compression Fractures

A new study suggests that spinal surgery for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures does not offer significant pain relief. More...
23 May 2018
Image: The De Mayo D2 knee positioner (Photo courtesy of IMP).

Gripping Mechanism Minimizes Knee Movement During Surgery

A redesigned knee positioner accommodates the increasing number of obese patients undergoing total knee replacement (TKR). More...
22 May 2018
Image: The aerosol device is designed to help control GI bleeding (Photo courtesy of Cook Medical).

Aerosol Spray Treats Gastrointestinal Bleeds

A novel device helps control hemorrhage within the upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract, such as those caused by gastric ulcers, cancer, malformed blood vessels, diverticulosis, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). More...
21 May 2018
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