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Image: Exploded diagram of the FI endoscopy video pill (photo courtesy of the University of Glasgow).

Fluorescent Imaging Expands Capabilities of Ingested Video-Pills

An innovative miniaturized wireless endoscope video capsule that utilizes fluorescence imaging could improve detection of cancer in the throat and digestive system.  More...
06 Jan 2016

Kidney Injury Common Following Vascular Surgery

Perioperative acute kidney injury is common in patients undergoing vascular surgery, and is associated with a high risk for cardiovascular-specific mortality, according to a new study.  More...
05 Jan 2016
Image: The LuxCath optical tissue characterization system (Photo courtesy of LuxCath).

Optical System Illuminates Cardiac Ablation Procedures

An optical tissue characterization system for use during cardiac ablation allows cardiologists to continuously “see” into heart tissue.  More...
04 Jan 2016
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4K Endoscopy System Offers Four-Fold Higher Resolution

A new endoscopic surgical system integrates 4K Ultra high definition technology to improve visibility and allow more precise and safer surgery.   More...
03 Jan 2016

No Added Benefits for Full-Defrag Ablation for AF

A stepwise approach to ablation for persistent atrial fibrillation does not offer any benefits over pulmonary vein isolation alone, according to a new study.  More...
30 Dec 2015
Image: The Thru–Fuze device (Photo courtesy of USNW).

Innovative Fusion Device Could Revolutionize Back Surgery

A new spinal fusion device designed to reduce chronic back pain could negate the need for invasive surgery and bone grafts.  More...
29 Dec 2015
Image: The closed (L) and open (R) Fenix Fecal Incontinence system (Photo courtesy of Torax Medical).

Anal Sphincter Augmentation Helps Treat Fecal Incontinence

A new magnetic system helps treat fecal incontinence in patients who are not candidates for, or have previously failed, medical or other surgical options.   More...
27 Dec 2015
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