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External Collection Device Manages Female Urinary Incontinence

A non-invasive, leak-free, external urine collection device helps manage female urinary incontinence (UI) in long-term care facilities. Read more
03 Dec 2019 | Women's Health
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Micro-Engineered Membrane Reduces Pacemaker Tissue Fibrosis

A protective membrane made of biosynthesized cellulose (BC) significantly reduces the build-up of fibrotic tissue around implanted cardiac pacemakers, according to a new study. Read more
02 Dec 2019 | Surgical Techniques
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Cannabis Reduces Headache and Migraine Severity by Half

Inhaled cannabis significantly reduces self-reported headache and migraine severity, according to a new study. Read more
02 Dec 2019 | Critical Care
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Novel Technology Provide Real-Time Perfusion Monitoring

A new monitoring system offers real-time perfusion feedback, enhancing clinician’s decision-making in the angiography suite. Read more
28 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: Professor Alain Nogaret (L) who designed the pacemaker that resynchronizes respiration and cardiac rhythms (Photo courtesy of the University of Bath)

Novel Pacemaker Matches Cardiac Rhythm to Breathing

A new study describes how a respiratory modulated heart rate (RMH) pacemaker can radically improve the efficiency at which the heart supplies blood to the body. Read more
28 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
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Disposable Duodenoscope Elevator Reduces Reprocessing Needs

A novel duodenoscope with a sterile, disposable elevator component reduces the number of parts that need to be cleaned and disinfected in between uses. Read more
28 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: The Fluobeam LX parathyroid imaging device (Photo courtesy of Fluoptics)

New Imaging Device Identifies Parathyroid Glands During Surgery

A new device that uses autofluorescence imaging to identify the parathyroid glands reduces the incidence of post-thyroidectomy hypocalcemia. Read more
27 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The VibraCool device holds 4-chamber freeze-solid ice packs (Photo courtesy of Pain Care Labs)

Neuromodulation Technology Reduces Opioid Use

A new study shows that a combination of ice and focal vibration could serve as an alternative pain relief therapy to addictive controlled substances such as opiates. Read more
27 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: The IOPS system provides a radiation-free method to navigate catheters and guidewires (Photo courtesy of Centerline Biomedical)

3D Guiding System Aids Minimally Invasive Vascular Repairs

An innovative intra-operative positioning system (IOPS) provides endovascular surgeons with dramatically improved visualization and guidance. Read more
26 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The AnapnoGuard AG100s Control Unit and ETT (Photo courtesy of Hospitech Respiration)

Integrated Airway System Reduces Ventilation Complications

A comprehensive multi-purpose airway management system protects the lungs and tracheal tissues from infections and tissue injury. Read more
26 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: A zero-emission vehicle travels between hospitals to sterilize surgical equipment (Photo courtesy of Winnebago)

Mobile Lab Sterilizes Surgical Instruments on Site

A new all-electric mobile surgical instrument lab (eMSIL) will travel between UCLA Health (Los Angeles, CA, USA) hospitals to sterilize surgical instruments. Read more
25 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
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Varex Highlights Advanced Imaging Components at MEDICA 2019

Varex Imaging Corporation (Salt Lake City, UT, USA) showcased its digital detectors, X-ray imaging tubes, connect and control devices and software solutions at the 2019 edition of MEDICA, the world's largest trade fair for medical technology, held from 18 to 21 November in Düsseldorf, Germany. Read more
21 Nov 2019 | Medica 2019

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AI Places Confidential Health Information at Risk

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Sprayed Electrospun Fibers Bandage Wounds In Situ

A new study describes how a portable electrospinning (ES) device can safely deposit bandages and drugs directly onto biological surfaces. Developed by researchers at Montana Technological University... Read more

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Pre-Formed Articulation Repairs Infected TKR Joints

An innovative pre-formed knee spacer with attachable modular stems provides a comprehensive solution to the growing clinical challenge of infected total knee replacement (TKR) joints. The OsteoRemedies... Read more

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Home Cervical Cancer Testing May Replace Pap Tests

A new study suggests that home screening could bring down the rates of cervical cancer and associated deaths. Developed at Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL; United Kingdom), the new kit is a triage... Read more

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Robotic Entities Could Improve Institutional Quality of Care
Smart Sleepwear Monitors Heart Rate and Respiratory Rhythm
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Mobile Platform Helps Identify Unilateral Spatial Neglect

A brain-computer interface (BCI) system that employs augmented reality (AR) could allow for better detection, assessment, and rehabilitation of unilateral spatial neglect (USN). The new BCI system,... Read more

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Tiny Polymer Stent Could Treat Pediatric Urethral Strictures
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Wireless-Controlled Soft Neural Implant Stimulates Brain Cells

A soft neural implant operated by a smartphone can deliver multiple drugs and colored light to control Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, addiction, depression, and pain, according to a new study.... Read more

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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

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IoT-Enabled Healthcare Equipment Market Projected to Reach USD 69.7 Billion by 2023

The global IoT-enabled healthcare equipment market is projected to grow at the rate of 29.9% annually from USD 18.8 billion in 2018 to USD 69.7 billion in 2023, driven by digitization during the forecast period.... Read more

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