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Surgical Techniques

Rare Procedure Used to Remove Heart Tumors

In a procedure that doctors say has only been performed twice before, surgeons have successfully removed a patient's heart, cut three tumors from it, repaired the holes with bovine tissue, and then replaced the heart in the chest of the patient, who is doing well. More...
08 Jan 2001

Nerve Stimulation Implant May Aid Depression

A pilot study involving patients with pharmacotherapy-resistant depression indicates that the use of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has the potential to bring about sustained improvement in such patients. More...
04 Jan 2001

Implant Aids Gastroparesis Patients

A neurostimulator implant that delivers mild electrical pulses to nerves in the stomach has been shown to reduce the symptoms of nausea and vomiting and improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from severe gastroparesis. More...
03 Jan 2001

New Technique for Amniotic Fluid Sac Rupture

A new technique has been developed to repair a hole in the sac holding the amniotic fluid and the fetus, which failed to close following the puncture of amniocentesis. More...
02 Jan 2001

Pneumatic Compression Aids Hip Replacement Patients

A major study of patients hospitalized because of life-threatening blood clots after hip replacement surgery has shown that pneumatic compression of the legs can dramatically lower the risk. More...
02 Jan 2001

Cryotherapy for Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation

A multisite study is being conducted to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of cryotherapy in treating atrial fibrillation (AT). More...
28 Dec 2000

Synthetic Bone Replacement Cleared by FDA

A synthetic bone void filler designed for repairing bone defects in the spine, extremities, and pelvis has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. More...
27 Dec 2000
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