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Transfusions During Surgery May Increase Risk of Pneumonia

Patients who receive red blood cell transfusions during coronary artery bypass grafting surgery are at an increased risk of developing pneumonia, according to a new study.  More...
10 Feb 2015
Image: Dynamic inversion of ferromagnetic rods (Photo courtesy of the University of Maryland).

Pulsing Magnetic Fields Focus Nano-Particles to Target

A new technique to magnetically deliver drug-carrying ferromagnetic rods to hard-to-reach targets could transform the way deep-tissue tumors and other diseases are treated.  More...
09 Feb 2015
Image: A new tissue adhesive helps repair surgical incisions following colon surgery (Photo courtesy of Jose-Luis Olivares/MIT).

Tailored Tissue Adhesives Reduce Postsurgical Leakage

New tissue sealants must take into account the environment in which the material will be used, instead of using a “one-size fits all” approach, claims a new study.  More...
08 Feb 2015
Image: The Flexible Inspection Scope in action (Photo courtesy of Healthmark Industries).

Miniature Camera Helps Inspect Reprocessed Medical Devices

An innovative inspection scope mounted onto a 50-cm flexible shaft helps identify poorly cleaned reprocessed medical devices.  More...
05 Feb 2015
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Neurostimulation Device Helps Treat Intractable Gastroparesis

An improved neurostimulation system treats chronic, drug-refractory nausea and vomiting associated with gastroparesis of diabetic or unknown origin.  More...
03 Feb 2015

Hypothermia During Surgery Affects Recovery

Transient and mild intraoperative hypothermia during surgery contributes to adverse outcomes, according to a new study.   More...
02 Feb 2015
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Disposable Instrument Kit Facilitates Fixation Procedures

A fully disposable spine implant fixation instrument kit simplifies workflow by eliminating the need to clean and reprocess instruments prior to every procedure.  More...
01 Feb 2015
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