Neuroscience
Helping make brain surgery safer
A biopsy needle that can help surgeons identify and avoid blood vessels in the brain during surgery has undergone initial tests in humans.
Dec 19, 2018
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Neuroscience
Needle size not tied to postdural puncture headache in orthopedic patients
(HealthDay)—No cases of postdural puncture headache (PDPH) were reported in a cohort of patients receiving spinal injections with smaller or larger needles for spinal anesthesia during orthopedic procedures, according to ...
May 25, 2021
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Vaccination
A COVID-19 vaccine may come without a needle, the latest vaccine to protect without jabbing
Vaccines are traditionally administered with a needle, but this isn't the only way. For example, certain vaccines can be delivered orally, as a drop on the tongue, or via a jet-like device.
Oct 1, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Phobia's effect on perception of feared object allows fear to persist
The more afraid a person is of a spider, the bigger that individual perceives the spider to be, new research suggests.
Feb 22, 2012
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Health
Microneedling beats chemical peels for acne scar treatment
Chemical peels are a common treatment for acne scars, but a Rutgers study finds that microneedling is significantly more effective for patients with dark skin.
Aug 19, 2022
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Surgery
New device could make closing surgical incisions a cinch
Like many surgeons, Dr. Jason Spector is often faced with the challenge of securely closing the abdominal wall without injuring the intestines. If the process goes awry, there can be serious consequences for patients, including ...
Jul 7, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Longer wait for mammogram after benign breast biopsy may be warranted
(HealthDay)—Women who have a breast biopsy that turns out to be benign are typically told to undergo another imaging test, such as a mammogram, in six to 12 months. Now, a new study suggests that the longer interval might ...
May 2, 2013
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Medical research
Looking to mosquitos for a way to develop painless microneedles
A mosquito can insert a needle-like probe into your skin and draw blood for several minutes without you even noticing.
Jun 25, 2018
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Pediatrics
No more needle phobia with virtual reality
Can virtual reality help reduce the pain of medical procedures?
Nov 19, 2018
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Cardiology
First-in-human trial shows promise for hard-to-treat ventricular tachycardia heart rhythms
A first-in-human multicenter trial involving Mayo Clinic has used a new ablation technique for patients with ventricular tachycardia, an abnormally rapid heart rhythm that is a leading cause of sudden cardiac death worldwide.
Aug 17, 2022
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