Surgical Techniques



Future Muscle-Powered Surgical Robots Could Perform Minimally Invasive Procedures inside Body
A team of engineers has developed a spring-like device, termed a "flexure," which serves as a basic skeleton-like module suitable for almost any muscle-driven robot, such as a surgical robot that can perform minimally invasive procedures inside the body. More...09 Apr 2024
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CT Coronary Angiography Reduces Need for Invasive Tests to Diagnose Coronary Artery Disease
A study to evaluate the benefits and potential harms of coronary computed tomography angiography in patients with suspected coronary artery disease following initial diagnostic tests has shown that CCTA can reduce the need for more invasive diagnostic procedures. More...09 Apr 2024

Preventive PCI for High-Risk Coronary Plaques Reduces Cardiac Events
A new study has found that individuals with a buildup of fatty atherosclerotic plaque in the heart’s arteries considered at risk of rupturing can benefit significantly from percutaneous coronary intervention compared to medication alone. More...09 Apr 2024

Non-Invasive Technique Combines Cardiac CT with AI-Powered Blood Flow for Heart Bypass Surgery
A new approach to the guidance, planning, and conducting of heart bypass surgery on patients has shown that non-invasive cardiac CT combined with AI-powered blood flow scanning is safe and feasible. More...08 Apr 2024

Critical Bleeding Management System to Help Hospitals Further Standardize Viscoelastic Testing
A cartridge-based device with unique ultrasound technology that can measure the viscoelastic properties of whole blood during coagulation provides comprehensive blood analysis, helping clinicians manage patients back into hemostasis. More...05 Apr 2024
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Novel Catheter System Enables Safer, More Cost-Effective Transseptal Procedures
Magnetic Balloon Technology Optimizes Colonoscopy Procedural Outcomes
Robotic Surgery System with Computer Vision-Based Capability Paves Way for Next-Generation Laparoscopy
Simple Prevention Protocol Can Reduce Dangerous Surgical Site Infections
Novel Smart Implants to Continuously Monitor and Actively Promote Bone Healing
Cloud Endoscopy System Enables Real-Time Image Processing on the Cloud
Self-Driving Mobile C-Arm Reduces Imaging Time during Surgery
Intra-Operative POC Device Distinguishes Between Benign and Malignant Ovarian Cysts within 15 Minutes
Living Knee Replacement to Revolutionize Osteoarthritis Treatment
Soft, Flexible, Battery-Free Implant Continuously Monitors Bladder Function
AR Headset-Enhanced Abdominal Surgery Empower Surgeons to Perform More Efficient Procedures
Bioinspired Adhesive Offers Effective Solution to Re-Sealing Dural Membrane after Surgeries
AR Application Turns Medical Scans Into Holograms for Assistance in Surgical Planning
Minimally Invasive Procedure Offers Last Hope for Patients Facing Amputation Due To Severe Vascular Disease
Surgical Robot Outperforms Human Surgeons in Precise Removal of Cancerous Tumors
Video Laryngoscopy Found Most Effective Method for Intubating Patients Undergoing Surgical Procedures
First Wireless, Implantable Temperature Sensor Monitors Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Novel Technology Monitors and Lowers Bleeding Complications in Patients Undergoing Heart Procedures
Chemotherapy Followed By Novel Surgery Can Help Safely Remove Inoperable Pancreatic Tumors
AI Tool Helps Clinicians Prescribe Right Dose of Warfarin to Heart Surgery Patients
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