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22 Apr 2018 - 27 Apr 2018
2018 ARRS Annual Meeting
24 Apr 2018 - 27 Apr 2018
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24 Apr 2018 - 26 Apr 2018
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Image: The Comprehensive Augmented Baseplate (Photo courtesy of Zimmer-Biomet).

Augmented Baseplate Preserves Bone During Reconstruction

A simplified baseplate for shoulder reconstruction procedures offers an alternative to bone grafting and eccentric reaming for patients with glenoid defects. Read more
16 Apr 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The Bloom2 electrophysiology stimulator (Photo courtesy of Fischer Medical).

Electrophysiology Stimulator Receives a Digital Upgrade

The Fischer Medical (Denver, CO, USA) Bloom2 maps the original analog system directly to the digital, so that adoption is intuitive for customers. Read more
16 Apr 2018 | Critical Care
Image: Novel tattoo electrodes can be applied to the skin like temporary transfer pictures (Photo courtesy of Lunghammer / TUGraz).

Inkjet-Printed Tattoos Support Medical Diagnostics

A new study shows how electrodes for long-term monitoring of electrical impulses can be produced using an ink-jet printer. Read more
12 Apr 2018 | Health IT
Image: A new study reports open-heart valve replacement is riskier for the elderly (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

SAVR Procedure Tied to Higher Risk in Seniors

Elderly patients who undergo a surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) procedure suffer a considerably higher mortality rate, according to a new study. Read more
12 Apr 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study asserts vagus nerve stimulation can speed up stroke recovery (Photo courtesy of LivaNova).

Vagus Nerve Stimulation Accelerates Stroke Recovery

A new study suggests that combining vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with physical therapy doubles long-term stroke recovery rate, relative to current methods. Read more
12 Apr 2018 | Critical Care
Image: AR technology could soon help map the human body in real-time (Photo courtesy of UT).

Augmented Reality App Increases Biopsy Accuracy

Combining simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and augmented reality (AR) technologies could enable rapid reconstruction of three-dimensional (3D) body sections using a smartphone. Read more
11 Apr 2018 | Health IT
Image: A lightweight occluder closes defects in the heart (Photo courtesy of Gore).

Septal Occluder Prevents Recurrent Ischemic Stroke

An innovative occlusion device facilitates permanent closure of atrial septal defects (ASD) and patent foramen ovale (PFO), including challenging defects. Read more
11 Apr 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A multivectorial muscle transplant can restore smiles (Photo courtesy of Kofi Boahene / JHU-SOM).

Muscle Transplant Reanimates Smile Following Facial Paralysis

By modifying the gracilis muscle flap, authentic facial expressions of joy can be restored to patients with one-sided facial muscle paralysis, according to a new study. Read more
11 Apr 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The TAP capillary blood draw device (Photo courtesy of Seventh Sense Biosystems).

Microneedle Device Painlessly Draws Blood for Glycemic Control

A new lithium heparin coated disposable device can quickly and conveniently collect capillary blood for Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) analysis. Read more
11 Apr 2018 | Critical Care
Image: A new mapping catheter helps plan renal denervation (Photo courtesy of Rainbow Medical).

Mapping Catheter Helps Identify Ablation Hotspots

A unique nerve mapping technology provides more effective renal denervation (RDN) treatment for resistant hypertension. Read more
10 Apr 2018 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study suggests measuring brain wave frequency can indicate pain predilection (Photo courtesy of 123rf).

Brain Wave Frequency Predicts Predisposition to Pain

The frequency of alpha brain waves can be used as a measure of an individual’s vulnerability to developing and experiencing pain, according to a new study. Read more
10 Apr 2018 | Critical Care

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Image: The ProjectDR allows medical images to be displayed directly on a patient’s body in a way that moves as the patient does (Photo courtesy of Ampronix).

Augmented Reality System Allows Doctors to See under Skin

A new system, called ProjectDR, allows medical images such as CT scans and MRI data to be displayed directly on a patient’s body in a way that moves as the patient does. ProjectDR also has the capacity... Read more

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New Algorithm Increases Resuscitation Effectiveness
Image: The Gear Oculus VR headset creates a virtual reality (Photo courtesy of Samsung).

Virtual Reality Distracts Procedural Pain and Distress

Virtual reality (VR) appears to be an effective distraction intervention to relieve pain and distress during various medical procedures, according to a new review of studies. Researchers at Temple University... Read more

Surgical Techniques

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Operating Room Solution Integrates Healthcare Environment
Bionic Surgical Glove Combines Art and Robotics
Bariatric Surgery Reduces ESRD and Kidney Failure Risk
Image: The order of surgical procedures can reduce OR time (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Order of Surgical Procedures Affects Operating Time

A new study suggests that there is a robust relationship between operating list composition and surgical performance, as indexed by total operating time. Researchers at the University of Leeds (United... Read more

Women's Health

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Paracetamol During Pregnancy May Reduce Fertility of Daughters
Image: A new study asserts menopausal hormone therapy promotes a healthy heart (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Menopausal Hormone Therapy Lowers Heart Failure Risk

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) appears to have a beneficial effect on women’s cardiovascular health, according to a new study. Researchers at Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL; United Kingdom),... Read more

Patient Care

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Neuroplasticity Device Helps Recover Muscle Control
Biomechanical System Evaluates Risk of Falling
Computer Vision Analyzes Stroke Rehabilitation Process
Image: The smart socks help nurses know when a patient is out of bed (Photo courtesy of Palarum).

Innovative Socks Reduce Fall Incidents and Accidents

A new fall-prevention system can significantly reduce hospital patient falls and decrease nurses alarm fatigue through a smart notification system. The Palarum (Lebanon, OH, USA) battery-powered PUP... Read more

Health IT

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Mobile Smartphone Application Detects Atrial Fibrillation
Proactive Management System Improves Healthcare Efficiencies
New RF Module Facilitates Implantable Medical Device Design
Image: Dr. Venu Varanasi and Research Assistant Tugba Cebe set the coordinates for the 3D printer (Photo courtesy of TAMU).

3D-Printed Scaffolds Reconstruct Craniofacial Defects

In-situ three-dimensional (3D) printing of osteogenic (bone regenerating) scaffolds can be used for the proper and rapid healing of bone fractures, claims a new study. Developed by researchers at Texas... Read more

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New Children’s Hospital Transforms California Healthcare
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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

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Machine Learning Shows Promise for Supporting Medical Decisions
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Image: The HealthSuite Insights platform is designed to give data scientists, software developers, clinicians and healthcare providers access to advanced analytic capabilities to curate and analyze healthcare data, and offers them tools and technologies to build, maintain, deploy and scale AI-based solutions (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

Philips Launches Artificial Intelligence Platform for Healthcare

Royal Philips (Amsterdam, the Netherlands) has launched HealthSuite Insights, including the Insights Marketplace, to support the advancing adoption of analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) in key... Read more

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