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Erasing atherosclerosis with nanoparticles and near-infrared laser
The advent of nanomedicine and near-infrared (NIR) optics allows the development and design of tools that enhance diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis. Clinical application of these technologies is anticipated in the near future. Our trial called NANOM-FIM
Diminished disease-free survival following lung cancer surgery
Treatment of lung cancer requires removal of a portion of a vital organ, which may reduce life expectancy. This would be acceptable when surgery prevents death from cancer. It is harmful in cases identified by screening in
Smaller cut, same result
The mitral valve is one of the four cardiac valves. It sits in the left side of the heart where it serves to prevent backflow of blood from the pumping chamber of the heart (ventricle) and the
Can surgeon operated ultrasound increase the safety of laparoscopic surgery?
Laparoscopic (aka minimally invasive or keyhole) surgery is a modern surgical technique that allows surgeons to perform complex abdominal surgery through much small incisions than conventional “open” surgery. When compared to open surgery, laparoscopic surgery offers patients
Time-saving and life-saving impact of a dedicated childbirth operating room in hospitals in Ghana
Despite global efforts to improve medical care in Sub-Saharan Africa, childbirth remains one of the most dangerous experiences that women and their babies can face. Delays in receiving appropriate emergency care during the crucial moments of childbirth
Advantages of using pectoralis major fascia in rhinoplasty
Fascia is frequently used in rhinoplasty, both in primary cases and in revision rhinoplasty cases. There are several reasons for using fascia in rhinoplasty: fascia is resistant to infection, has a good survival rate, and is easy
How can we evaluate new advances to see more clearly after cataract surgery?
Cataract, the clouding of the eye’s lens, is a condition that affects a majority of the population 65 years and older, and is one of the most common surgeries performed in the Medicare population. To replace the
Prevention of thromboembolic complications using intermittent pneumatic compression in major brain surgery
Deep venous thrombosis is the most common adverse event after brain surgery ranging from 3 – 26%. We introduced an electric device for the compression of the legs to reduce the risk of thrombosis in the leg
An innovative method to increase access to surgery worldwide
One of the major health challenges facing almost two thirds of the world’s population is a lack of access to safe life-saving surgery. Picture a scenario where a loved one is involved in a terrifying accident and
The benefits of epidural analgesia in heart surgery
Epidural analgesia is a common procedure performed by anesthesiologists to relieve pain during childbirth or in surgery. It is performed by inserting a small catheter in a specific area of the spine known as the epidural space,
VIRTUOSO: Virtual clinical trials concept to help identify resistant tumors
The use of anti-cancer drugs (chemotherapy) is one of the standard-of-care therapeutic treatments routinely applied in clinics. However, a significant portion of patients who show a good initial response to the chemotherapeutic treatment become unresponsive to the
Diagnosis and management of bile leaks after hepatectomy
One of the most common complications of hepatic resection is biliary leak, which may happen from the cut-surface of the liver that is made by the surgeon during the operation. Biliary leak may be an important source
How to best treat severe and chronic heartburn
Heartburn, a burning sensation behind the breastbone, is the most frequent symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) causing acidic stomach contents to be pushed up into the esophagus, the muscular tube connecting the mouth to the stomach.
A patent cranial end of the ligamentum venosum can result in hemorrhage when performing surgery in the extreme upper abdomen
Unexpected bleeding with major surgery In the surgical management of cancer in the mid-portion of the extreme upper aspect of the abdomen, a complete resection with all visible tumor removed is a necessary part of successful long-term
Chromatin remodeling regulates multiple liver functions
Liver is a one of the largest tissues that has the ability to regenerate itself upon stimulation. The liver also performs a variety of complex functions which support body homeostasis including detoxification and providing essential molecules to
The resilient pituitary gland: What happens when the pituitary gland has to be cut during surgery?
The pituitary gland is considered to be the “master endocrine gland”. It is a pea-sized structure located at the base of the brain, important in controlling growth and development and the functioning of the other endocrine glands.
Death and stroke risks after surgical aortic valve replacement: A real world perspective
With a rapidly rising proportion of aging population, aortic stenosis (AS) represents one of the most common valvular heart diseases affecting adults in the US and accounts for at least 92,000 aortic valve replacements (AVR) annually in
Surgery for pancreatic head cancer
Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) offers the only chance of long-term survival for patients with pancreatic head cancer. The procedure involves removing the pancreatic head together with the duodenum, gallbladder and most of the common extra hepatic bile duct (Fig.
Heart compression by the liver; a rare surgical disease
Elevation of the diaphragm “the primary respiratory muscle” can occur due to congenital or acquired causes. Diaphragmatic eventration is a congenital elevation of the diaphragm due to maldevelopment of the muscle fibers which are replaced by fibrous
