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Surgical Techniques

Image: New research looks at how Vitamin C benefits cardiac surgery patients, and can reduce the risk of post-op AF (Photo courtesy of Natural News).

Vitamin C Could Prevent AF Following Cardiac Surgery

A new study suggests that vitamin C may prevent post-operative atrial fibrillation (AF) in cardiac surgery patients and may also shorten the duration of their hospital stay. More...
17 Feb 2017
Image: A crosscut of the Vicryl braided suture (Photo courtesy of Ethicon).

Unbraided Sutures Linked to Lower Infection Rate

Non-braided absorbable sutures are associated with a significantly lower wound complication rate following caesarean delivery when compared to braided sutures, according to a new study. More...
16 Feb 2017
Image: A lateral view of the Baby Gorilla Mini Plating System options (Photo courtesy of Paragon 28).

Small Bone Fixation System Addresses Foot and Ankle Injuries

A novel plating system offers a comprehensive set of implants that match the size and anatomy of small bones within the foot and ankle. More...
15 Feb 2017
Image: The VIABAHN VBX balloon expandable endoprosthesis (Photo courtesy of Gore Medical).

Expandable Stent Graft Treats Peripheral Artery Disease

A novel balloon expandable stent graft aids treatment of de novo or restenotic lesions found in the iliac arteries, including lesions at the bifurcation. More...
14 Feb 2017

Hospital Initiatives Reduce Cesarean Delivery Rates

Strategic quality improvement interventions are associated with a significant reduction in hospital Cesarean delivery rate, according to a new study. More...
10 Feb 2017
Image: The CleanCision wound retraction and protection system (Photo courtesy of Prescient Surgical).

Wound-Irrigating Device Combat Surgical Infections

An innovative wound retraction and protection system helps thwart surgical site infections (SSIs). More...
09 Feb 2017

Pre-Operative Feeding Reduces Crohn’s Surgical Complications

A new study reports that that pre-operative optimization of patients with Crohn's disease with exclusive enteral liquid nutrition gives better post-surgical results. More...
08 Feb 2017
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