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Image: Bowel preparation is an unnecessary burden of GI surgical patients, according to a new study (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Bowel Preparation for Colon Surgery Deemed Unnecessary

A new study concludes that mechanical and oral antibiotic bowel preparation (MOABP) prior to surgery does not reduce infection or overall morbidity rates. Read more
19 Aug 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study shows C. difficile is adapting to the hospital environment (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Evolving Clostridium difficile Germs Spreading in Hospitals

A new study reveals that Clostridium difficile, a bacterium that causes debilitating diarrhea, is evolving into two separate species, with one group highly adapted to spread in hospitals. Read more
19 Aug 2019 | Critical Care
Image: Early puberty increases the risk of diabetes according to a new study (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Early Menarche Associated with Increased Diabetes Risk

A new study suggests that early onset of menstruation is associated with higher risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), but that the effect may be partially mediated by body mass index (BMI). Read more
15 Aug 2019 | Women's Health
Image: A mechanical torso aids back brace design (Photo courtesy of Lancaster University).

Human Torso Simulator Helps Design Brace Innovations

A simulator that mimics the mechanical behavior of the human torso allows researchers to test different back brace designs and configurations without needing to test them on people. Read more
14 Aug 2019 | Health IT
Image: A new study claims VR simulators can help categorize neurosurgeon expertise (Photo courtesy of Helmut Bernhard/ NEURO).

Virtual Reality Simulators Help Determine Neurosurgeon Expertise

Virtual reality (VR) simulators may soon be capable of classifying surgical expertise with high precision, claims a new study. Read more
14 Aug 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A trileaflet heart valve 3D printed using FRESH (Photo courtesy of CMU).

3D Bioprinting Rebuilds the Human Heart

A new study describes a collagen scaffold tissue engineering technique that brings us one step closer to being able to three-dimensionally (3D) print a full-sized, adult human heart. Read more
13 Aug 2019 | Health IT
Image: A novel catheter ablation system prevents AF triggering (Photo courtesy of Adagio Medical).

New Catheter Simplifies Persistent AF Cryoablation

A novel persistent atrial fibrillation (PsAF) cryoablation catheter that relies mostly on anatomical markers eliminates the need for electromagnetic mapping. Read more
13 Aug 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: Illuminated LEDs indicate if CPR chest compressions are administered correctly (Photo courtesy of Fraunhofer ISC).

Electronic Resuscitation Mat Simplifies Cardiac Massage

An advanced resuscitation mat is designed to help inexperienced first responders reanimate victims of circulatory arrest. Read more
13 Aug 2019 | Critical Care
Image: An old surgical flap technique has been repurposed (Photo courtesy of 123rf.com).

Ancient Flap Technique Helps Repair Patient Skull Base

A novel adaptation of an age-old technique for anterior skull base (ASB) reconstruction can help patients for whom all other treatments have failed. Read more
12 Aug 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new urine flow monitor protects against kidney injury (Photo courtesy of RenalSense).

Critical Care System Helps Monitor Urine Flow

A novel diagnostics system provides real-time monitoring of urine flow in critical care and peri-operative settings. Read more
12 Aug 2019 | Critical Care
Image: The Sentry M3 mobile UV disinfection unit (Photo courtesy of Puro Lighting).

UV Disinfecting Light Effective Against Resistant Superbugs

Specialized ultraviolet (UV) disinfectant lighting products been shown to kill up to 99.9% of the deadly, multidrug resistant Candida auris fungus. Read more
09 Aug 2019 | Patient Care
Image: Javier Burgués (L) and Santiago Marco (R), of UB and IBEC, and the nanodrone (Photo courtesy of IBEC).

Nanodrone Detects Toxic Gases in Hazardous Environments

A new study describes an innovative smelling nano aerial vehicle (SNAV) that can detect dangerous compounds in buildings that have collapsed due to earthquakes or explosions. Read more
08 Aug 2019 | Health IT

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Image: A bacteria-killing gel composed of friendly phages can heal itself when cut (Photo courtesy of JD Howell / McMaster University).

Structured Anti-Bacterial Phage Hydrogel Heals Itself

A new study describes how an anti-bacterial gel with self-organizing bundles of phage nanofilaments can be readily modified to target specific cells, including tumors. Developed by researchers at McMaster... Read more

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Image: Research shows there are a total of eight complications involved in non-cardiac postsurgical deaths (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Three Complications Responsible for Half of Noncardiac Surgery Deaths

Major bleeding, myocardial injury, and sepsis account for almost 45% of deaths occurring after noncardiac surgery, according to a new study. Researchers at McMaster University (Hamilton, ON, Canada),... Read more

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Image: The disposable ProVate is designed to help treat pelvic prolapse (Photo courtesy of ConTIPI Medical).

Pessary Ring Treats Pelvic Organ Prolapse

A novel disposable, non-invasive vaginal ring pessary treats various pelvic floor disorders in the home environment. The ConTIPI Medical (Caesarea, Israel) ProVate is made of a flexible skeleton covered... Read more

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Image: The VaPro touch-free intermittent catheter (Photo courtesy of Hollister).

Touch-Free Catheter Facilitates Aseptic Bladder Drainage

A touch-free intermittent catheter provides a balance between ease of use and protection from urinary tract infections (UTIs). The Hollister (Libertyville, IL, USA) VaPro is a flexible, hydrophilic,... Read more

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Image: Research suggests virtual manikin avatars could help plan medical treatments (Photo courtesy of Empa).

Digital Avatar Helps Plan Personalized Therapies

A virtual doppelganger that is programmed with a patient’s physiological data could aid in providing a personalized prognosis of treatment. Under development at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials... 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: Increased patient monitoring is driving the rise in fetal and neonatal care equipment (Photo courtesy of openPR).

Increased Monitoring Driving Growth of Global Fetal/Neonatal Equipment Market

The global fetal and neonatal equipment market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% to reach USD 9.06 billion by 2025, driven mainly by a rise in patient monitoring, especially fetal and neonatal care... Read more

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