patient treatment Articles
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Predictable Precision Implant Placement Using Dynamic Surgical Guidance: a Five-month Follow-up - Case study
The following case was performed at the Pacific Dental Convention’s Live Surgical Stage held March 8th, 2018 in Vancouver, BC. The patient is a healthy 58 year old male with no known allergies or medical contra-indications to dental treatment. Patient presented with a Class III malocclusion for which he received both orthodontic and oral surgery consultations; however, he was not ...
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Bilateral Insufficiency Fractures in an Oncology Patient Treatment with the CurvaFix IM System - Case Study
CASE PRESENTATION A 70-year-old female recently diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer presented with acute new onset of lower back pain. The patient was taking chemotherapy, participating in a drug therapy trial, and had received radiation therapy. There was no history of acute trauma to the pelvic or acetabular region. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed bilateral fragility fractures, with ...
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Sacral Insufficiency Fractures in a Geriatric Patient Treatment with the Curvafix IM System - Case Study
CASE PRESENTATION A 70-year-old female had a ground-level fall. Computed tomography imaging showed sacral insufficiency fractures in the left ala. No lumbar fracture was observed. Conservative treatment was initiated but the patient was referred 6 weeks post injury, unable to mobilize with a walker and needing a wheelchair. There was no anterior pelvic pain with palpation or weight bearing, but ...
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High Energy Pelvic Trauma in a Geriatric Patient Treatment with the Curvafix IM System- Case Study
CASE PLANNING Intention to place three CurvaFix® IM Implants: one in S1 and one in each of the left and right anterior ...
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Philips to further expand its image-guided therapy devices portfolio through acquisition of Vesper Medical
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG; AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Vesper Medical Inc., a US-based medical technology company that develops minimally-invasive peripheral vascular devices. Vesper Medical will further expand Philips’ portfolio of diagnostic and therapeutic devices ...
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The brain as game controller
Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) have enabled the brain with a new, non-muscular communication and control channel, a direct interface for conveying messages and commands to the external world. The ability to communicate and control devices using one's thoughts without the need for motor movements is suitable for a broad range of medical applications, such as in assisting locked-in patients or ...
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Understanding the Stages: Preclinical Alzheimer`s Disease
Many neurological diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, can be thought of as continuums, whether the presence and manifestation of the disease are different depending on the stage of the disease. In this article, we provide a high-level overview of the stages in the Alzheimer's disease continuum, with a focus on preclinical Alzheimer’s disease and its importance in patient care and ...
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ZAP Surgical Announces First Facility on the East Coast Initiates Patient Treatment Using New Non-Invasive Brain Tumor Therapy
ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc. today announced ZAP-X® Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® patient treatments have commenced at MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, MD. For many primary and metastatic brain tumors, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) has proven to be an effective treatment with outcomes equivalent to invasive surgical procedures. ...
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Into the future with breath analysis
Human breath contains up to a thousand volatile organic compounds that, when analysed, can tell a story about a body’s state of health. These chemical compounds reflect the end processes of metabolic pathways. Patterns of compound peaks form ‘signatures’ when breath is analysed into its components and it is these signatures that allow for disease conditions to be identified. ...
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Inside the Transition of Flow Based Patient Care
The nuclear cardiology department at Ochsner Health System, a New Orleans-based multi- hospital organization with facilities peppered throughout southern Louisiana, is revising its cardiac imaging model and implementing a flow-based imaging program. Leveraging the Positron Attrius cardiac PET system, the new model is characterized by highly accurate patient diagnosis and treatment ...
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Health and wellbeing award for Renishaw collaboration
Additive-manufacture for Design-led Efficient Patient Treatment (ADEPT), a project that enables the widespread use of 3D printing to produce bespoke maxillofacial implants, has won the Health and Wellbeing category at The Engineer magazine's Collaborate to Innovate Awards held on September 7th, 2016. The collaborative project draws on the academic and industrial expertise of several UK partners, ...
By Renishaw plc
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What to Expect with the Acessa® Procedure
If your doctor has talked to you about the Acessa® procedure, chances are you’ve been living with fibroids and the symptoms that come along with them—symptoms like extreme periods, stomach swelling and bloating, leg and back pain, stomach and pelvic pain, digestive issues, anemia, pain during sex, and frequent urination. Ugh. No wonder you’re looking for relief. ...
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SAVVE - Ongoing Pivotal - Case Study
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) occurs when the valves inside the veins of your leg do not function properly, causing blood to flow backwards and pool in the lower leg, leading to elevated venous pressure inside the leg veins. The purpose of the SAVVE study is to determine whether the VenoValve® is a safe and effective treatment for patients with severe, deep venous ...
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Smart Laser Treatments You Need to Offer Patients!
Sensus Healthcare’s new line of smart laser devices is powered by Sentinel, and are the only asset management, remote monitoring and diagnostic systems in the world! Sensus Healthcare offers 4 different kinds of smart lasers available to physicians, and each type has its own unique application uses and features. Keep reading to learn more about each kind of laser. IPL The IPL can be used ...
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CPT Codes: An Exciting Step Forward for Digital Pathology
Digital pathology has been rising in popularity over the past few years, thanks to the many efficiencies it offers pathologists. Now, the American Medical Association (AMA) has recognized this shift by announcing the introduction of 13 new Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for digital pathology, set to go into effect in January 2023. The codes are Category III, defined as a ...
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Medical Oxygen in Remote Locations
On-site generation of oxygen with state-of-the-art generators. Securing the oxygen supply for medical assistance in remote locations. Oxygen is often used in the course of medical assistance and the treatment of patients. Oxygen can save lives, which is why its supply must be guaranteed at all times – even in remote regions with poor infrastructure. INMATEC, a globally leading manufacturer ...
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Treatment of Non-Healing Surgical Wound with CDO - Case study
Patient: 48-Year-old male suffering from non-healing surgical wound Medical History: Diabetes, vascular issues, PVD, not a candidate for vascular interventions or HBO treatment Wound History: Patient initially had 2 blisters on great and second toe that lead to great toe amputation. Patient was scheduled for BKA, yet the wound showed enough improvement after one week of Continuous Diffusion of ...
By EO2 Concepts
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Drug Delivery to the Lungs (DDL) poster on Epinephrine Cyclops
Introduction Intramuscular administration of epinephrine by autoinjectors is prone to errors and associated with a high barrier to use.1-3 This puts patients at risk of untimely treatment of allergic reactions, which increases the chance of anaphylaxis.1-3 Epinephrine dry powder inhalation offers a more convenient, low-barrier alternative to autoinjectors, thereby preventing the occurrence of ...
By Pureims B.V.
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Exploring a Novel Approach to Asthma Management: Targeting Upstream Live Cell Extrusion
Asthma, affecting over 300 million individuals globally, remains a significant health concern with a high mortality rate. Despite advancements in treatment, many patients still struggle with symptom control and recurrent attacks. While inflammation has been the focal point of asthma research, a recent study sheds light on a mechanical aspect that could refine our understanding and treatment of ...
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Ischemic Stroke: The First Pass Effect
It's been less than five years since, beginning with MR CLEAN, a series of landmark trials validated the role of clot-removing (thrombectomy) devices that can open up large vessel occlusions in the anterior circulation of patients experiencing acute ischemic stroke. But the field is moving fast. Mechanical thrombectomy devices known as stent retrievers (or stentrievers) and aspiration catheters ...
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