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Surgical Techniques

Image: Conceptual schematic showing microgrippers (µ-grippers) operating as biopsy tools in the upper urinary tract (Photo courtesy of Wangqu Liu, Yan Wan/Gracias Lab, Johns Hopkins University)

Microgrippers For Miniature Biopsies to Create New Cancer Diagnostic Screening Paradigm

Researchers are developing microgrippers that can be utilized throughout the upper urinary tract for the removal of suspicious tissue, allowing them to capture tiny pieces from numerous locations and aiding in early disease detection. More...
31 Oct 2024
Image: A study has found early TAVR to be beneficial for patients with asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

Early TAVR Benefits Patients with Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis

A trial evaluating early intervention with transcatheter aortic valve replacement in patients with asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis has found that this strategy is both safe and effective compared to clinical surveillance currently recommended. More...
30 Oct 2024
Image: The tiny battery features important capabilities that enable a variety of biomedical applications (Photo courtesy of Yujia Zhang/Oxford University)

Miniature Soft Lithium-Ion Battery Could Be Used as Defibrillator During Surgery

Researchers have made significant progress toward developing miniature, soft batteries suitable for various biomedical applications, including the defibrillation and pacing of heart tissues. More...
25 Oct 2024
Image: Part of the heart surgery TAVI can now be performed via the radial artery instead of the femoral artery (Photo courtesy of Radboudumc)

TAVI Procedure Supported by Radial Artery Access Reduces Bleeding Complications

New research indicates that part of the TAVI procedure can be performed via the radial artery instead of the femoral artery, leading to fewer bleeding complications. More...
22 Oct 2024
Image: The Sonata System combines real-time intrauterine ultrasound guidance with targeted radiofrequency ablation in an incisionless procedure (Photo courtesy of Gynesonics)

Hologic Acquires Gynesonics to Strengthen Existing Gynecological Surgical Business

Hologic has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Gynesonics for approximately USD 350 million, strengthening its portfolio of medical technologies that detect, diagnose, and treat women's health conditions. More...
22 Oct 2024
Image: The next-generation Versius Surgical System has received U.S. FDA marketing authorization (Photo courtesy of CMR Surgical)

Portable Surgical Robot Seamlessly Integrates into Any OR for Performing Cholecystectomy Procedures

A new compact, modular, and portable surgical robotic system could now enable hospitals of any size in the United States to offer robotic-assisted surgery. More...
21 Oct 2024
Image: The two new risk calculators aim to inform physician-patient decision-making in thoracic surgery (Photo courtesy of STS)

New Thoracic Surgery Risk Calculators Support Preoperative Decision-Making

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons has introduced two new risk calculators that provide surgeons with precise preoperative risk estimates for outcomes of esophagectomy for cancer and pulmonary resection for lung cancer. More...
18 Oct 2024
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