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Image: A new method allows 3D models to be printed directly from the dataset (Photo courtesy of James Weaver).

Bitmap-Based 3D Printed Models Are More Accurate

A new study describes how extremely detailed physical three-dimensional (3D) models can be generated directly from volumetric data stacks. Read more
16 Jul 2018 | Health IT
Image: A new study asserts that repairing meniscus tears in children improves their lives as adults (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Meniscus Surgery in Children Provides Long-Term Benefits

Young patients who underwent surgery for isolated meniscus tears showed positive long-term clinical results, according to a new study. Read more
16 Jul 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study claims handwashing compliance rates fall rapidly when staff are unobserved (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Hand Hygiene Compliance Rates Decline Rapidly

Hand hygiene rates among hospital staff drop sharply when human compliance monitors are replaced by machines, claims a new study. Read more
16 Jul 2018 | Critical Care
Image: A discrete vacuum pump drains fluids continuously (Photo courtesy of Somavac / Studio Norwood Photography).

Wearable Vacuum Pump Reduces Seroma Risk

A low-profile, user friendly, wearable pump applies sustained vacuum to a closed wound following surgery to remove fluid effectively. Read more
12 Jul 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study suggests prehabiltation of frail heart patients improves surgical outcomes (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Prehabilitation May Benefit Patients Before Heart Surgery

A new study suggests that improving the overall physical and mental status of high risk, frail patients prior to cardiac interventions could enhance the recovery process. Read more
11 Jul 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: Prototype prosthetic feet on Indian volunteers (Photo courtesy of MIT).

Custom-Designed Prosthetic Foot Mimics Natural Walking

A low-cost passive prosthetic foot can be individually tailored so that the user’s walk is similar to that of an able-bodied gait. Read more
11 Jul 2018 | Health IT
Image: Cochlear implant recipients can now control their hearing with the Nucleus Smart App (Photo courtesy of Cochlear).

Smartphone Technology Advances Implanted Hearing Aid Performance

Innovative cochlear implant technology allows people with hearing loss to directly control and monitor their hearing on any compatible iOS or Android smartphone. Read more
10 Jul 2018 | Health IT
Image: A new study asserts inhaling NO could reduce kidney complications following surgery (Photo courtesy of 123RF).

Inhaled Nitric Oxide May Reduce Surgical Complications

Administration of nitric oxide (NO) during and following heart surgery can decrease risk of developing acute and chronic kidney problems, claims a new study. Read more
10 Jul 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The internal construction of the IQool Warm System pads (Photo courtesy of BrainCool).

Thermal Regulation System Cools and Rewarms Patients

An innovative temperature modulation system uses anatomically targeted temperature regulation pads to cool and rewarm patients. Read more
10 Jul 2018 | Critical Care
Image: The Tesera SA Hyperlordotic ALIF interbody spinal fusion system (Photo courtesy of Renovis Surgical).

3D Printed Spinal Implant Maximizes Biologic Fixation

An innovative anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) implant feature a porous titanium structure created via additive manufacturing printing technology. Read more
09 Jul 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study suggests cardiac ablation reduces risk of death and stroke from AF (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Ablation for AF Reduces Mortality and Stroke

A new study suggests that catheter-based ablation lowers the risk of mortality, ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Read more
09 Jul 2018 | Critical Care

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AI Study Sees through Walls and Occlusions

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Smart Stent Monitors Hemodynamic Changes and Restenosis

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Innovative Magnetic Device Facilitates Hemodialysis Access

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Image: A new study suggests that elevated levels of Vitamin D reduce breast cancer risk (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Vitamin D Markedly Lowers Breast Cancer Risk

Higher levels of serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] are associated with a significant decreased risk of breast cancer, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego... Read more

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Image: Research suggests patient care can be improved by real-time monitoring of physical rehabilitation (Photo courtesy of Fraunhofer FOKUS).

Telemedicine Exercise Therapy Improves Physical Rehabilitation

An interactive telemedicine system based on real-time monitoring of physical exercise performance provides better patient care. Developed by researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Open Communication... Read more

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Image: A semiconducting plastic sensor can monitor metabolites directly (Photo courtesy of KAUST).

Organic Electrochemical Sensor Detects Metabolites Directly

Low-cost sensors made from semiconducting plastic could be used to diagnose and monitor a wide range of health conditions, claims a new study. Developed at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology... 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 new AI tool uses a combination of cutting-edge technology and medical expertise to deliver around-the-clock access to digital health tools (Photo courtesy of Babylon Health).

AI Tool Provides Health Advice On Par with Clinicians

A series of tests carried out on an artificial intelligence (AI) tool has demonstrated its ability to provide heath advice, which is on par with practicing clinicians. The AI tool has been developed by... Read more

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