Surgical Techniques

Transperineal 3D Mapping Biopsy for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Decreases Need for Prostatectomy
The diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer is currently undergoing a revolution similar to that seen over the past three decades with respect to the improvements made in breast cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment options. More...04 Aug 2011

In Other News
Accurately Assessing the Extent of Titanium Leaks from Implants
Shoulder Arthroplasty System Provides Adjustable Neck Positioning
Protease Testing Could Change Wound Care Globally
Synthetic Material Revitalizes Damaged Vocal Cords
Combined Therapy Treats Spinal Tumors
First Laboratory-Grown Windpipe Transplanted into Patient
Surgeons Pioneer New Modality to Treat Diabetes
Urine Drain May Not Be Needed After Partial Nephrectomy
Amalgam Fillings Are Still Being Placed More Than Composites
Wrong-Site Surgery Occurs 40 Times a Week
Significant Rise in Survival Rates for Elderly Lung Cancer Patients
Life After Prostate Surgery Worse Than Expected
Ultrasound Guided Liver Surgery Makes Tumor Removal Safer
Fast Track Total Hip Replacement Surgery Effective and Safe
Cotton Swab Use Slashes Postsurgical Wound Infections
Angioplasty May Be Safer for Low-Risk Heart Disease Patients
Immediate Breast Reconstruction Recommended After Mastectomy
Rogue Blood Cells Contribute to Postsurgery Organ Damage
Lithotripsy Does Not Promote Diabetes or Hypertension
Implantable Device Reduces Migraine Headaches
Reasons for Dramatic Rise in Cesarean Births Revealed
Monitoring of Heart Performance Lacking in Most High-Risk Operations
Vacuum Assisted Wound Closure Therapy May Be Pointless
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