Interventional Medicine Articles
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Leveraging Automation in Pharmacy Packaging
The pharmaceutical industry has always been at the forefront of innovation, and automation has played a vital role in driving the industry forward. With an increasing demand for pharmaceutical products, there has been a need for faster and more efficient packaging solutions on a commercial scale. Pharmacy packaging automation is an effective solution to meet this demand. Read on to explore ...
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Understanding Drug-Disease Relationship Analysis: A Key to Drug Discovery
In the realm of modern medicine, the quest for new and effective drugs to combat various diseases is a continuous journey. Drug discovery, the process of identifying compounds that can potentially treat diseases, has seen a significant transformation in recent years, thanks to advancements in computational biology and artificial intelligence (AI). In this article, we will delve into the ...
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Decoding Protein Structure Modeling: Unlocking the Key to Life's Mysteries
Proteins are among the most vital molecules in living organisms, playing crucial roles in cell function, signal transduction, and drug development, to name just a few. However, directly observing and studying the three-dimensional structures of proteins is not an easy task. Fortunately, the development of protein structure modeling technology has provided us with a powerful tool to unravel the ...
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Feature Signature Discovery for Autism Detection: An Automated Machine Learning Based Feature Ranking Framework - Case Study
Abstract Autism spectrum disorder is the most used umbrella term for a myriad of neuro-degenerative/developmental conditions typified by inappropriate social behavior, lack of communication/comprehension skills, and restricted mental and emotional maturity. The intriguing factor of this disorder is attributed to the fact that it can be detected only by close monitoring of developmental milestones ...
By JADBio
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New DVT device completes first-in-human trial (Venous News)
The first-in-human case using the new deep vein thrombosis (DVT) device Vetex thrombectomy catheter (Vetex Medical) has recently been completed in a multicentre study. The device has the potential to reduce hospital stays and costs associated with DVT treatment, a press release announces. According to Vetex Medical, the Vetex thrombectomy catheter is the first device to combine rotational and ...
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Common Questions Surrounding Intimacy and Sexuality Following A Stroke:
Education on sexuality and return to intimacy following a stroke is an important functional topic that is sometimes not addressed by the care team after the stroke has occurred. This can be for a multitude of reasons. Sometimes this subject is not broached first by the care team as there are so many aspects of recovery that first need to be addressed for survivors, such as self-care and medical ...
By Neurolutions
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Microbot Medical Enhances its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) with its Newest Member Dr. Vincent Vidal
Prominent France based interventional radiologist to leverage his expertise to assist the Company to achieve its future objective for the LIBERTY® Robotic System HINGHAM, Mass., Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbot Medical Inc. (Nasdaq: MBOT), which continues to build a network of global leaders in the endovascular interventional space for the LIBERTY® Robotic System, today ...
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The 7-Steps to Recuperation from Stroke Arm Paralysis
About two-thirds of those that experience arm paralysis after stroke are unable to fully use their affected limb six months after stroke (1-3). Not having a fully functional arm and hand after a stroke is not only frustrating but also devastating to many individuals. Day-to-day operations and activities of daily living become more difficult, take longer to complete, and may require assistance ...
By Neurolutions
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Why You Should Ask Your Doctor About Principal Care Management
A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. The diagnosis alone is daunting and then suddenly you are faced with difficult decisions – decisions that may affect your care and quality of life. Cancer is a 24/7 diagnosis, it affects daily life and routines. Symptoms and side effects present themselves on their own schedule, not necessarily when it is convenient for you. Recognizing the ...
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Extentrac Elite Case - Case study
Clinical Study Report A practice based prospective study of 31 consecutive patients (21 men, 10 women – mean age 57 years) with low back pain with or without radiculopathy. Each patient completed the Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire (Ver.2) and the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS-11) – pre and post treatment. Disability assessment was based upon an absolute percentage point ...
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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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Micromate™ Case Report: Robot-Guided Bone Biopsy
Micromate™ Case Report series presents real cases performed by the physicians currently using our full-fledged robotic platform for percutaneous procedures. Today, we join Dr. Alexander Kupferthaler, Interventional Radiologist at the Ordensklinikum Linz – Barmherzige Schwestern, for a robot-guided bone biopsy. Clinical Context 65-year-old female with invasive lobular carcinoma of ...
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Micromate™ Now Available to Use With CT Guidance Thanks To Planning And Navigation Station
Interventional Systems announced the newest addition to Micromate™’s product suite: a planning and navigation station that will make the needle-based intervention miniature robot available for use with CT scanners. The new addition to Micromate™ makes it possible for physicians to rely on pre- and intraoperative scans to plan the intervention. These planning capabilities can ...
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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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The Use of Imaging to Guide Treatment Decisions with Coronary Orbital Atherectomy – Case 2 of 2
Overview Dr. Brock Cookman describes this real-world case to demonstrate the importance of imaging to determine strategy and treatment in complex scenarios and how the unique dual-action mechanism of action (MOA) of the Diamondback 360® Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System sands superficial and fractures deep calcium. Patient History A 78-year-old female patient presented with ...
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The Use of Imaging to Guide Treatment Decisions with Coronary Orbital Atherectomy – Case 1 of 2
Overview Dr. Brock Cookman describes this real-world case to demonstrate the importance of imaging to determine strategy and treatment in complex scenarios and how the unique dual-action mechanism of action (MOA) of the Diamondback 360® Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System sands superficial and fractures deep calcium. Patient History A 77-year-old male patient presented with ...
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Micromate™ Case Report: Robot-Guided Type II Endoleak Embolization
Micromate™ Case Report series presents real cases performed by the physicians currently using the world’s smallest robot for percutaneous procedures. Today, we join Drs. Gerlig Widmann and Martin Freund, Interventional Radiologists at the Tirol Kliniken, for a robot-guided type II endoleak embolization. Clinical Context Patient’s profile: Male patient, previously subjected ...
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Cost-Effectiveness of Percutaneous Deep Vein Arterialization for Patients with No-Option Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia: an Exploratory Analysis Based on the PROMISE I Study
Abstract Background. As the most advanced stage of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) is associated with a high risk of lower-limb loss and mortality. Percutaneous deep vein arterialization (pDVA) is a promising new treatment alternative for CLTI patients who cannot be treated with conventional revascularization techniques. Our study objective was to ...
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The New Guidelines For Interventional Oncology - And How Micromate™ Seamlessly Fits Into Them
Interventional Oncology, the 4th pillar of modern cancer care Until the late 90s, modern cancer care consisted of three pillars of treatment: surgery (through tumor resection), radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. These pillars address tumors directly, removing or destroying lesions. Although immunotherapy specialists devised ingenious ways to use the patients’ own immune system to better ...
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New Findings about BRD4 Protein You May Want to Know
A new study clarifies how BRD4 (a protein that scientists have studied for many years) directs the spatial organization of DNA in the cell nucleus (a key function of stem cells to differentiate into muscle cells), which promotes the understanding of certain cancers and complex congenital diseases. Since the way DNA is folded is essential for gene regulation, this research not only has ...
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