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Surgical Techniques

Image: Researchers used pig intestines to test the new nanoparticle-based tissue glue (Photo courtesy of Empa).

Nanoparticle-Based Tissue Glue Could Replace Sutures

A new study describes how a biological glue takes advantage of the adhesive and hemostatic properties of metal oxide nanoparticles to make blood clot more quickly. More...
24 Oct 2017
Image: A multiaxial external fixation device uses 3D planning software for optimum treatment (Photo courtesy of DePuy Synthes).

External Fixation Device Helps Correct Limb Deformity

A new orthopedic correction system helps improve the accuracy of a deformity correction plan with the assistance of three-dimensional (3D) planning software. More...
23 Oct 2017

Early Results Shows PKR Superior to TKR

One-year study outcomes suggest that partial knee replacement (PKR) provides better results for medial osteoarthritis (OA) than total knee replacement (TKR). More...
23 Oct 2017
Image: A new study suggests anesthesia time should be kept to the minimum to avoid surgical complications (Photo courtesy of Alamy).

Longer Anesthesia Duration Tied to Surgical Complications

A new study suggests that extended anesthesia is associated with significantly increased rates of surgical complications, especially due to postoperative transfusion requirements. More...
16 Oct 2017
Image: A novel tally system counts surgical sponges used during surgery (Photo courtesy of Stryker).

Tablet System Keeps Tally of Surgical Sponges

An automatic surgical sponge counting system fits seamlessly with operating room (OR) protocols, helping to verify manual counts. More...
11 Oct 2017
Image: The HeartLight Excalibur Balloon (Photo courtesy of CardioFocus).

Next-Generation Ablation Technology for Atrial Fibrillation

A balloon ablation system features an advanced feature set that optimizes the speed and magnitude of target tissue contact during pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) procedures. More...
10 Oct 2017
Image: Research suggests orthopedic screws made of human bone may soon replace metal ones (Photo courtesy of Surgebright).

New Surgical Screws Machined from Human Bone

Innovative surgical screws made of donated human femurs could facilitate recovery following foot and jaw surgery. More...
09 Oct 2017
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