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Image: The Mikro-Cath catheter measures airway and intra-compartmental pressures (Photo courtesy of Millar).

Hi-Fidelity Catheter Measures Respiratory Parameters

An innovative catheter-based sensor provides reliable, high-fidelity respiratory pressure data unaffected by patient movement or position.
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11 Dec 2018

Dynamic OCT Reveals Melanoma Blood Vessel Growth

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10 Dec 2018

Connected Device Detects Fluid Accumulation in Lungs

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Global Refurbished Medical Devices Market to Increase by 10% by 2023

The global refurbished medical devices market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 10% during the forecast period 2019-2023, driven by the organized healthcare ecosystem in the developed economies. Read more
20 Nov 2018

OpenSight Augmented Reality System for Microsoft HoloLens Cleared by FDA

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to the OpenSight Augmented Reality System, making it the first AR medical solution for Microsoft HoloLens to be cleared for use in pre-operative surgical planning. Read more
12 Nov 2018

New AR Device Helps Cardiologists Plan and Perform Complex Procedures

Augmented Reality (AR), a technology that superimposes computer-generated information on a user's view of the real world, offers a new platform to help physicians better visualize complex medical data, particularly before and during medical procedures. Read more
12 Nov 2018

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Image: The new 2-ml Prima syringe, designed for the Tisseel fibrin sealant (Photo courtesy of Baxter International).

Trustworthy Fibrin Sealant Gets New Delivery Syringe

A next-generation, fully assembled ergonomic fibrin sealant syringe is eight times easier to push than the previous generation. Read more
05 Dec 2018 | Surgical Techniques

Image: The E-Motion EPG 1000, and Tube (Photo courtesy of E-Motion Medical).

Novel Stimulation Therapy Restores Motility to Digestive System

A novel stimulation therapy restores the natural motor function of the digestive system for patients with acute gastrointestinal dysmotility (GID). Read more
05 Dec 2018 | Critical Care

$Image: The AdvantageRib is a sleeve and bolt system designed to repair fractured ribs (Photo courtesy of SIG Medical).$

Rib Fracture System Revolutionizes Traditional Care

A novel fixation, stabilization, and fusion system combines anterior and posterior cortical engagement of rib to provide comprehensive treatment rib fractures. Read more
04 Dec 2018 | Surgical Techniques

Image: A novel coating provides an invisible shield against pathogens (Photo courtesy of Nano-Care Deutschland).

Nano-Coating Liquid Provides Invisible Self-Disinfection

An innovative ultra-thin coating provides hard surfaces with self-disinfecting performance for a period of several months to several years. Read more
04 Dec 2018 | Critical Care

Image: Micro-CT images of the stent (A) and the MWS setup (B) (Photo courtesy of Carolina Gálvez-Montón).

Non-Invasive Field Probe Monitors Implanted Stents

A new study shows how non-ionizing microwave spectrometry (MWS) can be used to detect metallic stents, as well as potential structural failures. Read more
03 Dec 2018 | Surgical Techniques

Image: The Philips V60 Plus enhances patient outcomes with less invasive respiratory care therapies (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

High Flow Ventilator Improves Respiratory Distress Care

A comprehensive patient ventilation solution integrates noninvasive ventilation (NIV) and high flow therapy (HFT) in a single device. Read more
03 Dec 2018 | Critical Care

Image: Research shows that muscle stimulation can reduce incontinence (Photo courtesy of Atlantic Therapeutics).

Pelvic Floor Muscle Stimulator Treats Urinary Incontinence

An externally worn stimulation device treats the root cause of stress urinary incontinence (SUI), rather than just managing the symptoms. Read more
29 Nov 2018 | Women's Health

Image: A remote monitoring solution discreetly monitors elderly people (Photo courtesy of Somatix).

Remote Solution Passively Monitors Seniors Activities

A wearable-assisted, gesture detection remote patient monitoring (RPM) platform caters for the needs of the growing elderly population. Read more
29 Nov 2018 | Patient Care

Image: The Cios Spin Mobile 3D C-arm (Photo courtesy of Siemens Healthineers).

Mobile 3D C-Arm Ensures Optimal Intraoperative Quality

A new mobile C-arm delivers precise intraoperative three-dimensional (3D) images, enabling surgeons to perform corrections on the go and confirm their results. Read more
28 Nov 2018 | Surgical Techniques

Image: A new study shows patients often take less opioids than those prescribed (Photo courtesy of iStockPhoto).

Opioid Prescription Doses Outpace Patient Usage

A new study reveals that surgeon’s opioid prescriptions are on average four times larger the amount than their patients will actually use after common operations. Read more
28 Nov 2018 | Critical Care

Image: The AmnioBed amniotic neonatal incubator system (Photo courtesy of Amnion Life).

Innovative Infant Incubator Protects Most Vulnerable

A novel incubator system for neonatal intensive care units (nICUs) incorporates synthetic amniotic fluid in a self-regulating, sterile, submersion bath. Read more
28 Nov 2018 | Critical Care

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DeepMind Masters Retinal Disease Detection

Artificial intelligence (AI) can accurately detect 53 kinds of sight-threatening retinopathy at least as effectively as experts, claims a new study. Researchers at Google DeepMind (London, United Kingdom),... Read more

Image: Real X-ray image (L) next to a synthesized X-ray created by DCGAN. Underneath the X-ray images are the corresponding heatmaps (Photo courtesy of Hojjat Salehinejad/MIMLab).

Synthesized X-Ray Images Help Train AI Programs

A new study describes how computer generated X-rays can be used to augment artificial intelligence (AI) training sets. In order to generate and continually improve artificial X-rays, researchers at... Read more

AI Study Sees through Walls and Occlusions

A new study describes how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to analyze radio signals bouncing off people's bodies so as to study posture and movement, even through walls. The Massachusetts Institute... Read more

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AI-Powered Robotic Device Identifies Healthcare Outbreaks

A robotic sensing device powered by artificial intelligence (AI) monitors and conveys molecular and environmental data critical to human health and disease control. The Nano Global (Austin, TX, USA)... Read more

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Image: A new study asserts that microgel powder can disinfect wounds (Photo courtesy of MTU).

Hydrogen Peroxide Microgel Powder Helps Wounds Heal Better

A novel microgel powder that generates antipathogenic levels of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) through simple rehydration could provide a portable disinfectant, according to a new study. Developed by researchers... Read more

Image: A new study claims decontamination procedures are ineffective in ventilated ICU patients (Photo courtesy of Bigstock).

Decontamination Strategies Ineffective against ICU Bloodstream Infections

Neither prophylactic antibiotics nor antiseptic mouthwash significantly reduce multidrug-resistant gram-negative bloodstream infections in ventilated intensive care unit (ICU) patients, claims a new study.... Read more

CPR Training Kiosks Can Increase Bystander Involvement

A new study reveals that hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training kiosks have the potential to increase public participation in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) events.... Read more

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Air Pollution Accounts for Millions of Asthma ER Episodes

Ambient air pollution is major contributor to the global asthma burden, responsible for millions of emergency room (ER) visits, according to a new study. Researchers at Dalhousie University (Halifax,... Read more

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Image: A new study suggests that focused ultrasound may improve Parkinson’s disease tremor (Photo courtesy of UVA).

Focused Ultrasound Boosts Parkinson's Patients Quality of Life

A new study suggests that focused ultrasound thalamotomy in tremor-dominant Parkinson disease (TDPD) patients can benefit those whom medication fails. Researchers at the University of Virginia (Charlottesville,... Read more

Cut Guide System Facilitates Controlled Lapidus Correction

New instrumentation allows surgeons to attain accurate cartilage removal and transverse plane adjustment when treating 1st tarsometatarsal (TMT) joint arthrodesis. The Paragon 28 (Englewood, CO, USA)... Read more

Image: Lung electrosurgery treatment can help treat chronic bronchitis (Photo courtesy of Gala Therapeutics).

Rheoplasty System Targets Bronchitis Mucus Plugging

An innovative electrosurgical system targets the cells responsible for mucus hypersecretion in the airways, providing relief to chronic bronchitis patients. The Gala Therapeutics (Menlo Park, CA, USA)... Read more

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Mini Pacemaker Makes Heart Surgery Easier for Children

A new study describes how a tiny pacemaker, about the size of an almond, leads to shorter surgeries, faster recovery times, and reduced medical costs. Developed by Medtronic (Dublin, Ireland), in collaboration... Read more

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Image: A new study asserts that women who experience menopause earlier live shorter lives (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Early Natural Menopause Linked to Shorter Life Expectancy

Women who experienced early menopause die earlier and spend fewer years without type 2 diabetes (T2D) than women who experienced normal or late menopause, according to a new study. Researchers at Erasmus... Read more

$Image: Many older women are unaware that osteoporosis can cause fractures (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).$

Osteoporosis Impact on Fragility Fractures Being Ignored

A new survey reveals that 55% of women over 60 believe that fragility fractures in older age are due to an unlucky fall or accident, rather than the result of underlying osteoporosis. The survey, conducted... Read more

Image: A new study claims that breastfeeding reduces the presence of drug resistant bacteria (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Breastfeeding Protects against Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

A new study finds that babies breastfed for at least six months have less antibiotic-resistant bacteria in their microbiota than infants breastfed for a shorter time. Researchers at the University of... Read more

Image: DCE-MRI every six months helps detect invasive breast cancer earlier (Photo courtesy of Fred Pineda/ UCM).

Bi-Annual MRI Preferred for Breast Cancer Mutation Carriers

A new study suggests that intensive surveillance of BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation carriers via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) twice a year detects invasive breast cancer better that mammograms.... Read more

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Image: A rehabilitation device combines an exo-skeleton and soft robotics (Photo courtesy of PolyU).

Robotic Arm Helps Rehabilitate Stroke Patients

A new robotic arm enables stroke patients to independently engage in intensive and effective self-help rehabilitation exercise once discharged from hospital. The mobile exo-neuro-musculo-skeleton represents... Read more

Image: Relay, the autonomous service robot that will make hospitals more efficient (Photo courtesy of Savioke).

Autonomous Robot Reduces Hospital Labor Expenditure

A new autonomous service robot (ASR) for healthcare settings will soon be deployed in pharmacy and laboratory pick-up and delivery tasks. Swisslog Healthcare (Broomfield, Co, USA) and robotic pioneer... Read more

Image: Emoticon faces on the wristband successively light up as exposure to UV radiation increases (Photo courtesy of RMIT).

Wristband Device Tracks UV Exposure

A new study describes how a low-cost ultraviolet (UV) dosimetry wristband can warn users when their exposure to the sun has become dangerous. Developed by researchers at the University of Granada (UGR;... Read more

Image: The CareFit Slim LCD cart (Photo courtesy of Ergotron).

Mobile Digital Carts Put Patients and Caregivers First

New ultra-lean workspace carts offer a customizable design that eases caregiver mobility and improves ergonomics in the care setting. The Ergotron (St. Paul, MN, USA) CareFit Slim Laptop Cart and Slim... Read more

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Artificial Intelligence Could Challenge Role of Doctors

Artificial intelligence (AI) systems, which simulate human intelligence by learning, reasoning, and self-correction, have the potential to be more accurate than doctors at making diagnoses and performing... Read more

New Platform Prints Customized 3D Pharmaceuticals

A novel technology platform uses three-dimensional (3D) printing to create custom drug capsules made of hydrogels with delayed release characteristics. The new technology, developed at the Hebrew University... Read more

Image: The Apple Watch may soon detect AF and other arrhythmias (Photo courtesy of Stanford University).

Wearable Technology Can Identify Heart Arrhythmias

A new study will evaluate the ability of a smartwatch-based pulse algorithm to identify atrial fibrillation (AF) and guide subsequent clinical evaluation. Researchers at Stanford University School of... Read more

Image: The FDA and DHS are collaborating to safeguard medical device from hackers (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

FDA and DHS Expand Device Cybersecurity Partnership

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA; Silver Spring, MD, USA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS; Washington DC, USA) have announced a new framework for greater coordination and cooperation... Read more

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$Image: An NFER system allows researchers to track nurses\' movements in real time (Photo courtesy of Jung Hyup Kim/ MU).$

Nurse Tracking System Improves Hospital Workflow

An innovative system uses a combination of manual observation and non-intrusive tracking sensors to track intensive care unit (ICU) nurses in real time. Developed at the University of Missouri (MU;... Read more

Image: The new Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital main building (Photo courtesy of Stanford Health).

New Children’s Hospital Transforms California Healthcare

The new Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital (Palo Alto, CA, USA) expansion is set to transform the patient experience through a family-centered design and technological innovation, while setting new standards... Read more

Noisy Hospitals Face Threat of Decreased Federal Compensation

A new review shows that hospitals in the United States are attempting different approaches to bring restful repose to their patients. The new review, presented by BeoGrin Consulting (Baltimore, MD,... Read more

$Image: Guy\'s and St. Thomas\' hospital and Johnson & Johnson join forces to improve orthopedic care (Photo courtesy of Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust).$

Orthopedics Centre of Excellence Planned for Guy’s Hospital

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ; New Brunswick, NJ, USA) Managed Services and Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (London, United Kingdom) have entered into a 15-year partnership to deliver an Orthopedics... Read more

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Image: The AI-powered command center will be designed to bring all elements of a patient’s hospital experience together (Photo courtesy of Business Wire).

GE Healthcare to Implement First AI-Powered Hospital Command Centers

GE Healthcare (Chicago, IL, USA) is collaborating with hospital service providers in Europe and the US for implementing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered command center to effectively and efficiently... Read more

Medical Robots Market to Reach USD 28 Billion in 2025

The global medical robots market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 22.3% from USD 5.74 billion in 2017 to USD 28.78 billion in 2025, driven by increasing training programs for robotic surgeries and a... Read more

Image: The global EHR-EMR market is expected to grow to USD 120 billion by the end of 2023 (Photo courtesy of OpenPR).

Technological Advances to Fuel EHR-EMR Market Growth

The global EHR-EMR market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.9% from USD 70 billion in 2016 to USD 120 billion by the end of 2023, driven primarily by an increase in the volume of medical records which... Read more

Image: Stryker has entered an agreement to acquire Invuity for approximately USD 190 million (Photo courtesy of iStock).

Stryker Corporation to Acquire Invuity

Stryker Corporation (Kalamazoo, MI, USA) has entered into a definitive agreement with Invuity, Inc. (San Francisco, CA, USA), to acquire all of its outstanding shares for USD 7.40 per share in cash, implying... Read more

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