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Image: The β-Ti3Au crystalline-like structure (Photo courtesy of Rice University).

Adding Gold to Titanium Strengthens Orthopedic Implants

A novel study reveals that an intermetallic compound of titanium and gold with a specific atomic structure imparts increased hardness to artificial joints. More...
08 Aug 2016

PCI Feasible Even in Very Elderly Patients

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) can be safely and successfully performed in patients 90 years of age or older presenting with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), according to a new study. More...
03 Aug 2016
Image: The LATERA absorbable nasal implant and delivery device (Photo courtesy of Spirox).

Novel Implant Supports Lateral Nasal Cartilages

A new nasal implant provides surgeons with a minimally invasive option for treating nasal valve collapse, a major cause of nasal obstruction. More...
02 Aug 2016
Image: The MANTA large bore vascular closure device (Photo courtesy of Essential Medical).

New Closure Device for Large Bore Access Procedures

A novel vascular closure device address the complexities of closing the large access punctures required in many advanced cardiovascular interventions. More...
02 Aug 2016
Image: A laser scalpel (Photo courtesy of ITAR-TASS / Pavel Smertin).

Ceramic-Based Laser Scalpel Preserves Underlying Tissues

A compact and powerful ceramic-based laser could be used as a minimally traumatic and inexpensive laser scalpel for surgical operations, according to a new study. More...
01 Aug 2016
Image: The Prestige LP cervical disc (Photo courtesy of Medtronic).

Artificial Cervical Disc Preserves Neck Motion

A next-generation artificial disc for adult patients with pain or spinal cord injuries allows motion in the neck following an operation. More...
01 Aug 2016
Image: The Mazor X surgical guidance system (Photo courtesy of Mazor Robotics).

Transformative Robotic Platform Advances Spinal Surgery

A novel surgical guidance system combines analytical tools, multiple-source data, precision guidance, optical tracking, intra-op verification, and connectivity technologies. More...
28 Jul 2016
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