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Image: The CAM patch discreetly monitors the heart (Photo courtesy of Bardydx).

Ambulatory Patch Advances Remote Cardiac Monitoring

A patient-friendly cardiac patch provides non-invasive, diagnostically accurate, P-wave ambulatory arrhythmia detection and cardiac monitoring. Read more
20 May 2019 | Critical Care
Image: The ExpanSure Transseptal Dilation System (Photo courtesy of Baylis Medical).

Transseptal Access Dilator Facilitates LAA Closure

A new dilation system with a larger diameter optimizes left-heart procedures that require a large sheath to cross the heart's septum from the right atrium. Read more
16 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The sophisticated cart is designed to maintain lungs viable for transplant (Photo courtesy of Xvivo Perfusion).

Perfusion System Increases Donor Lung Availability

A novel lung preservation system can temporarily ventilate, oxygenate, and perfuse lungs in order to better determine if they are viable for transplant. Read more
15 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study suggests adding hydrogen gas to ECMO can reduce reperfusion injury (Photo courtesy of iStock).

Hydrogen Inhalation Protects Brain during Circulatory Arrest

A new study suggests that adding 2.4% inhaled hydrogen (H2) to the inspiratory gases administered during cardiopulmonary bypass diminishes potential neurologic injury. Read more
15 May 2019 | Critical Care
Image: A new study asserts that open-heart surgery is preferred for patients with multiple blocked arteries (Photo courtesy of iStock).

Open-Heart Surgery Best for Patients with Multiple Blockages

A new study suggests that coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery may be the best treatment option for most patients with multi-vessel coronary artery disease (MVCAD). Read more
14 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: An injectable ‘chemo gel’ could replace abdominal flushes (Photo courtesy of TU/e).

Injectable Gel Could Replace Rinses in Cancer Treatment

A novel hydrogel that can be injected into the abdominal cavity could deliver local chemotherapy for weeks, providing a better alternative to current abdominal rinses. Read more
14 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The model long-term care apartment used in the study and the ceiling mounted FMCW radar (Photo courtesy UW).

Electromagnetic Radar Monitors Human Vital Signs

A frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) radar system can wirelessly monitor patients’ vital signs at home, claims a new study. Read more
14 May 2019 | Critical Care
Image: New research advises that attempts at improving emergency surgery quality should be done slowly (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Improving Emergency Surgery Quality Shows No Survival Benefit

A new study finds that a care pathway quality improvement (QI) program for patients undergoing emergency abdominal surgery has no effective benefit. Read more
13 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study claims blood thinners can reduce potential cardiovascular dangers in HF patients (Photo courtesy of Fotolia).

Blood Thinners Significantly Reduce Heart Failure Sequel Risk

Using blood thinners in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF), coronary artery disease (CAD), or irregular heart rhythms can reduce the risk of subsequent thromboembolic events, claims a new study. Read more
13 May 2019 | Critical Care
Image: A new study claims sepsis causes sugar to enter the brain and affect cognition and memory (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Sugar in Brain Impacts Post-Sepsis Cognitive Function

The loss of cognitive function and mental aging associated with septic shock is caused by circulating heparin oligosaccharides targeting the hippocampus, claims a new study. Read more
09 May 2019 | Critical Care
Image: PDO sutures assist minimally invasive esthetic repairs (Photo courtesy of Croma).

Minimally Invasive PDO Sutures Benefit Skin Elevation

Minimally invasive polydioxanone (PDO) sutures help skin become firmer and tighter by promoting new connective tissue build up. Read more
08 May 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: New research claims that normalizing blood pressure in older people could place them at risk (Photo courtesy of Thinkstock).

Normalizing BP in Octogenarians Could Raise Mortality

Pharmacologically normalizing blood pressure (BP) is associated with an increased risk for all-cause mortality for older adults, according to a new study. Read more
08 May 2019 | Critical Care

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Image: A new study shows most heart attack patients do not need ICU care (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

ICU Care Not Needed by Majority of Heart Attack Patients

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Image: The TransPyloric shuttle (TPS) slows down food passage through the GI tract (Photo courtesy of BAROnova).

Endoscopic Shuttle Insert Delays Gastric Emptying

An innovative device provides a non-surgical weight loss solution for adult individuals suffering from obesity. The BAROnova (San Carlos, CA, USA) TransPyloric Shuttle (TPS) is a mechanically constructed... Read more

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Quitting Smoking during Pregnancy Reduces Premature Birth Risk

A new study shows that giving up smoking early in pregnancy is associated with reduced risk of preterm birth, even for high-frequency cigarette smokers. Researchers at the University of California,... Read more

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Image: Providing electrical stimulation to the forehead can reduce ADHD symptoms (Photo courtesy of NeuroSigma).

Adhesive Neurostimulation Device Helps Treat ADHD

A novel external trigeminal nerve stimulation (eTNS) system offers a non-pharmacological option for pediatric attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD patients. The NeuroSigma (Los Angeles, CA,... Read more

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Image: The new medical monitors were designed to meet international standards (Photo courtesy of Contec Americas).

New Medical Monitors Augment Clinical Use

A new range of medical-grade monitors combine image quality, performance, and safety for a wide variety of hospital and laboratory applications. The Contec Americas (Melbourne, FL, USA) line of medical... 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

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Image: The global operating room equipment market, expected to reach US 48 billion by 2026, is being driven primarily by technological developments in the industry (Photo courtesy of MJHF).

Global OR Equipment Market to Reach USD 48 Billion by 2026

The global operating room equipment market was valued at USD 28.91 billion in 2017 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2018 to 2026 to reach USD 48.16 billion by 2026, driven primarily by technological... Read more

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