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Surgical Techniques

CLND Fails to Improve Melanoma Survival Rates

A new study shows that immediate completion lymph-node dissection (CLND) does not increase survival among patients with melanoma and sentinel-node metastases. More...
19 Jun 2017
Image: The Prevena Duo Incision Management System (Photo courtesy of Acelity).

New NPWT System Manages Two Incisions at Once

A novel single use negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) system has been designed specifically for the simultaneous management of two closed surgical incisions. More...
14 Jun 2017
Image: A novel excimer laser system opens peripheral vascular blockages (Photo courtesy of Ra Medical Systems).

Laser Ablation System Treats Complex PAD Blockages

An innovative catheter-and-laser atherectomy system treats peripheral artery disease (PAD), which commonly causes pain in the legs and can require amputation if left untreated. More...
13 Jun 2017
Image: Research shows clearing blood clots in stroke patients is effective even those with blocked carotid arteries (Photo courtesy of FotoSearch).

Endovascular Treatment Effective with Carotid Disease

Intra-arterial treatment (IAT) for acute ischemic stroke caused by intracranial proximal occlusion is effective even in patients with extracranial carotid disease (ECD), according to a new study. More...
12 Jun 2017
Image: The PEDOT:PSS electrode grid (Photo courtesy of David Baillot / UCSD).

Brain Mapping Tool Identifies Diseased Tissue

A new device to map the brain during surgery provides higher resolution neural readings than existing tools used in the clinic and could enable doctors to perform safer, more precise brain surgeries. More...
07 Jun 2017

Surgical Tracheotomies Present Risk for Fatal Complications

The most common causes of tracheotomy-related deaths are hemorrhage, loss of airway, and false passage, according to a new study. More...
06 Jun 2017
Image: NUS researchers with the handheld CLiKX device (Photo courtesy of NUS).

Palm-Sized Device Facilitates Grommet Tube Placement

A novel sensor-guided device that automates Grommet tube placement surgery significantly improves surgical treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion (OME). More...
05 Jun 2017
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