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Image: A new wearable air pollution monitor could detect worker exposure (Photo courtesy of CSU)

Wearable Sensors Assess Air Pollutants Exposure

A lightweight, inexpensive, wearable air pollution monitor can help detect worker exposure to aerosol and vapor hazards. Read more
12 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: Abdominal surgery during pregnancy is safe (Photo courtesy of Alamy)

Abdominal Surgery Can Be Undertaken Safely During Pregnancy

A new study concludes that abdominal surgery for non-obstetric pathology can be performed safely during pregnancy (if needed) without increase in maternal and fetal pathology, miscarriage, and preterm birth rates. Read more
11 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The Senza Omnia SCS system (Photo courtesy of Nevro)

Spinal Cord Stimulation System Treats Chronic Pain

A novel spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system delivers proprietary high frequency (HF) therapy, in addition to all other available SCS frequencies. Read more
11 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: Surface modification with the Endexo fluoro-oligomeric additive (Photo courtesy of Fresenius).

Antithrombogenic Additive Prevents Dialysis Blood Clotting

A new hemodialysis system uses surface-modifying macromolecules to prevent the formation of blood clots, obviating the use of blood thinners. Read more
07 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: An innovative mini-optical system helps ensure accurate THA (Photo courtesy of Intellijoint Surgical).

Smart Navigation Systems Optimize Total Hip Arthroplasty

The combination of two surgeon-controlled surgical planning and guidance platforms optimizes the treatment of total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedures. Read more
07 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study confirms that flexible robotics assist bronchoscopy (Photo courtesy of Auris Health).

Robotics Aid Diagnostic and Surgical Bronchoscopic Procedures

A new study confirms that a robot-assisted bronchoscopy platform can successfully localize undiagnosed lung lesions. Read more
06 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: Graphical abstract of the study (Photo courtesy of Martin Andreas / MedUniWien).

Auricular Stimulation Reduces Cardiac Postoperative AF Risk

A new study reveals that postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) complications could be halved by non-invasive electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve directly on the ear. Read more
06 Nov 2019 | Critical Care
Image: IoT applications offer advantages to health care providers and patients, which can greatly improve healthcare options and services (Photo courtesy of Datafloq).

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. Read more
06 Nov 2019 | Business
Image: Dr. Scarlett Miller demonstrating the prototype haptic robotic training system (Photo courtesy of Shea Winton/ PSU).

Robotic Training System Reduces CVC Placement Complications

An innovative robotic training system diminishes the number of complications associated with central venous catheters (CVC) placement. Read more
05 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A SARA robot interacting with a patient (Photo courtesy of Bright Cape).

Robotic Entities Could Improve Institutional Quality of Care

Introducing social and autonomous robotic health assistants (SARAs) to aid nurses interacting with patients could help overcome overwhelming schedules and personnel reduction. Read more
05 Nov 2019 | Patient Care
As AI in medicine grows, cccess to data, collection of patient symptoms and the communication of corresponding treatments are the major functions that need the highest integration of AI in the industry (Photo courtesy of iStock).

AI in Medicine Projected to Reach USD 17.02 Billion by 2024

The artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine market was valued at USD 2.24 billion in 2018 and is projected to register a CAGR of 40. Read more
05 Nov 2019 | Business
Image: The BioPrax device applied to a metal disk (Photo courtesy of Douglas Levere / Garwood Medical Device).

Breakthrough Device Disrupts Implant Biofilm Buildup

A minimally invasive device helps eliminate biofilm infections on prosthetic knee implants during early intervention procedures. Read more
04 Nov 2019 | Surgical Techniques

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Image: AI can reconstruct anonymous data to identify individuals (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

AI Places Confidential Health Information at Risk

Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, such as those incorporated into activity trackers, smartphones, and smartwatches, can threaten the privacy of personal health data.... Read more

Critical Care

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Low-Profile Enteral Feeding Device Eases Insertion
Headache after Childbirth Epidural Could Indicate Subdural Hematoma
Frequent Alcohol Consumption Linked to AF Risk
Image: Commercial dialysis centers may lack incentive to refer patients to transplant centers, according to a new study (Photo courtesy of iStock).

Profit-Driven Dialysis Care Reduces Kidney Transplantation Odds

Patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) who undergo dialysis at for-profit institutions are less likely to receive a kidney transplant, according to a new study. Researchers at Emory University... Read more

Surgical Techniques

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Transplanted Plantar Skin Cells Could Reduce Stump Injury
Fundoplication Helps Relieve Refractory Heartburn
Episiotomy Reduces Severe Perineal Tears during Childbirth
Image: The NICO Myriad NOVUS with xenon lighting (Photo courtesy of NICO).

Xenon Light Technology Enhances Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery

An automated, intraoperative tissue-harvesting tool combines xenon illumination with advanced resection for post-procedural analysis in the molecular era. The NICO (Indianapolis, IN, USA) Myriad NOVUS... Read more

Women's Health

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Vaginal Fluid Transplantation Could Treat Intractable Vaginosis
Early Menopause Can Predict Heart and Vascular Disease
Endometriosis Associated with Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
Image: Pediatric organizations warn against sharing breast milk (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Informal Sharing of Breast Milk Gains Popularity

Women unable to produce enough breast milk are increasingly practicing unsafe informal milk-sharing, according to a new study. Researchers at Northwell Health (Lake Success, NY, USA) conducted an anonymous... Read more

Patient Care

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Research Recommends Elderly Patients Stop Cancer Screening
Dynamic Brace Helps Restore Neck Motion to ALS Patients
UV Disinfecting Light Effective Against Resistant Superbugs
Image: Sensors sowed into phyjama lining (Photo courtesy of Trisha Andrews/ University of Massachusetts).

Smart Sleepwear Monitors Heart Rate and Respiratory Rhythm

Physiological-sensing devices that can be woven into sleep garments could provide an unobtrusive way to monitoring heart rate and respiratory rhythm during sleep, according to a new study.... Read more

Health IT

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Tiny Polymer Stent Could Treat Pediatric Urethral Strictures
Human Torso Simulator Helps Design Brace Innovations
3D Bioprinting Rebuilds the Human Heart
Image: Lego-like replaceable drug cartridges and LEDs help target specific neurons of interest (Photo courtesy of KAIST).

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

Hospital News

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New Children’s Hospital Transforms California Healthcare
Noisy Hospitals Face Threat of Decreased Federal Compensation
Orthopedics Centre of Excellence Planned for Guy’s Hospital
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

Business

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ZOLL Medical Completes Acquisition of Cardiac Science
New-Generation Devices Aid Growth of Global ECG Devices Market
Increased Monitoring Driving Growth of Global Fetal/Neonatal Equipment Market
Image: At this year’s MEDICA, the MCHF will present state-of-the-art solutions and hold sessions on the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) (Photo courtesy of Prezi).

MEDICA Healthcare Forum to Present New State-of-the-Art Solutions

Visitors to this year’s MEDICA trade fair will be presented with groundbreaking innovations for tomorrow’s medical progress. MEDICA is the world’s largest medical trade fair with more than 5,300 exhibitors... Read more

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