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Scientists test surgical technique to improve cell therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration in animal model
National Institutes of Health (NIH) scientists have developed a new surgical technique for implanting multiple tissue grafts in the eye's retina. The findings in animals may help advance treatment options for dry age-related ...
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New low-cost laser technique could make cataract surgery more accessible worldwide
Cataracts remain one of the leading causes of blindness around the world, especially in countries where access to advanced medical equipment is limited. Standard treatment involves a technique called phacoemulsification, ...
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Study shows universal laws increase motorcycle helmet use and reduce injury severity
New research using a decade of data shows the lifesaving impact of universal motorcycle helmet laws. Researchers from the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina—an American College of Surgeons (ACS)-verified ...
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Similar survival seen with simple versus radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer
For patients with low-risk cervical cancer, survival is similar following simple hysterectomy (SH) versus modified radical hysterectomy (MRH) or radical hysterectomy (RH), according to a study published online May 15 in JAMA ...
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Blocking stress-induced prolactin can reduce post-surgery pain in females
University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers have identified a potential way to reduce female post-operative pain by inhibiting pituitary prolactin generated by pre-operative stress.
May 20, 2025
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US surgeons perform world's first bladder transplant
Surgeons at a hospital in Los Angeles, California have successfully performed the world's first human bladder transplant, hospital officials said.
May 20, 2025
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Thousands of young children worldwide still swallowing magnets despite increased regulations
Thousands of young children worldwide are still swallowing magnets despite an increase in regulations, finds a review of the available evidence, published online in the journal Injury Prevention.
May 20, 2025
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Surgeons perform first heart-liver-kidney transplants in New York State
A team of Mount Sinai surgeons has performed the first heart-liver-kidney triple organ transplants in New York. They successfully completed two of these complex surgeries on patients from Westchester County, who have since ...
May 20, 2025
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Reducing wait times for hip and knee replacement surgeries
How can wait times for much-needed hip and knee replacement surgery be reduced in Canada? Coordinated referral and team-based care models show promise, according to research published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.
May 20, 2025
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Why donor hearts fail in cold storage—and how to prevent it
Researchers have discovered a new molecular process that occurs when donor hearts are preserved in cold storage which contributes to failure after transplant, a study in both humans and animals shows.
May 19, 2025
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Methylene blue may help protect lungs during complex heart surgeries, study finds
A new study suggests that methylene blue—a medication already approved for several clinical uses—may protect the lungs from damage caused by major heart surgeries that involve stopping blood circulation and lowering body ...
May 19, 2025
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Skyrocketing insurance costs threaten life-saving weight loss surgery
An alarming number of bariatric surgeons are considering shutting their clinics because of skyrocketing insurance costs and growing malpractice claims.
May 19, 2025
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Studies suggest Black patients, women face worse outcomes, death in heart and blood vessel procedures
Women and Black patients are more likely to suffer life-changing complications from advanced heart and blood vessel procedures, a trio of new studies says.
May 19, 2025
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Waitlist deaths drop under new lung transplant allocation system
Two years ago, the United Network for Organ Sharing implemented new allocation guidelines for lung transplants that prioritize medical urgency. Now new research, published at the 2025 ATS International Conference and in the ...
May 18, 2025
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Better than stitches: Researchers develop biocompatible patch for soft organ injuries
University of California, Los Angeles and University of California, San Diego researchers developed an injectable sealant for rapid hemostasis and tissue adhesion in soft, elastic organs.
Shorter radiation therapy after prostate surgery safe, study finds
For men who undergo a radical prostatectomy for the treatment of prostate cancer, post-surgery radiation therapy can play a vital role in reducing the risk of recurrence. Despite its benefits, many patients decline or defer ...
May 15, 2025
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Supervised exercise improves broken hip outcomes in older women, clinical trial finds
Results from a recent multi-center, randomized, controlled trial demonstrate that testosterone gel does not improve long-distance mobility compared to exercise alone in older women recovering from a hip fracture.
May 15, 2025
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Smartphones aid recovery from broken leg, hip
A person's smartphone can show how well they'll recover from a broken leg or hip, a new study says.
May 15, 2025
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Why the Achilles is such a danger zone
When Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum dropped to the ground and grabbed his right foot in agony during Monday's playoff game against the New York Knicks, fans feared the worst.
May 15, 2025
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Your kitchen: Cooking, conversation and hand injuries
The kitchen is the room that tends to be the center of many gatherings with family and friends. It's also where accidents, often hand injuries, can happen, especially when alcohol is involved. Sanj Kakar, M.D. a Mayo Clinic ...
May 15, 2025
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A plastic surgeon explains the risks to consider before going under the knife—or the needle
A series of ads for Brazilian butt lifts (BBL) on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook were recently banned by the UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). These ads were found to be misleading and irresponsible, ...
May 14, 2025
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Postsurgery recovery for women, what to know with endometriosis
Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue that is similar to the inner lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause serious pain.
May 14, 2025
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AI model predicts risk of infection in postoperative patients
A new AI model will soon be able to predict the risk of infection in postoperative patients. This will allow health care providers to take preventive measures and detect complications at an earlier stage. The LUMC will use ...
May 13, 2025
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Deadly blood clots, risky treatments: The high-stakes battle against deep vein thrombosis in sports and beyond
Seven-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard, 34, recently joined a growing list of NBA athletes to be sidelined by a diagnosis of deep-vein thrombosis, or DVT.
May 13, 2025
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Feeling anxious before surgery? Anxiety can harm healing but innovative mental health support could help
Feeling anxious before surgery is normal—but for many patients, it goes far beyond nerves. There is a growing body of research showing that poor mental health before surgery can derail recovery in ways that extend far beyond ...
May 13, 2025
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