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Surgical Techniques

Short-Term Absorbable Sutures Not Recommended in Hernia Repair

The use of short-term absorbable sutures for mesh fixation following Lichtenstein inguinal hernioplasty was associated with a more than two-fold increased risk of hernia recurrence, according to a new study. More...
09 Feb 2011
Image: Resorption of TIGR matrix Surgical Mesh over a four-month period (photo courtesy Novus Scientific).

Novel Mesh Reinforces Soft Tissue Where Weakness Exists

An innovative long-term resorbable, synthetic matrix with dual stage mechanics provides a significant new addition to the surgeons' toolbox. More...
08 Feb 2011
Image: The laparoscopic grasp trainer (photo courtesy Delft University of Technology).

Laparoscopic Training Instrument Allows Surgeon to Feel Grasp Force

A prototype keyhole surgery-training system sends tangible feedback signals to a handle held by the surgeon, giving a better feeling of how hard the tissue is grasped with the operating instruments. More...
07 Feb 2011
Image: Zimmer NexGen LPS-Flex Mobile bearing knee (photo courtesy Zimmer Holdings).

Innovative Advance in Mobile Bearing Knee Design

A revolutionary mobile-bearing knee provides an anteriorly positioned pivot near the entry point of the anterior cruciate ligament, replicating the anatomic center of knee rotation. More...
03 Feb 2011

New Approach to Treating Ruptured Brain Aneurysms

A new study describes the inaugural use of an endoscopic endonasal approach for clipping ruptured and unruptured paraclinoid cerebral aneurysms. More...
03 Feb 2011

High Suicide Rate Places Surgery As Most Stressful Occupation

Although one out every 16 surgeons in the United States reported suicidal ideation in the previous year, few sought psychiatric or psychological help, according to a new survey. More...
02 Feb 2011

Subcutaneous Heparin Not Absorbed Sufficiently Following Abdominal Surgery

Subcutaneously administered heparin might not provide optimal protection against venous thromboembolism for patients who have undergone major abdominal surgery, as absorption appears to be decreased in these patients. More...
30 Jan 2011
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