AI-Powered Surgical Robot Excels at Tricky Kidney Stone Procedure
Clinical researchers at Nagoya City University in Japan have tested an AI-powered surgical robot in its ability to assist with percutaneous nephrolithotomy, which is a minimally invasive procedure to remove large kidney stones. The technique involves accessing the kidney through the skin, and typically requires a highly experienced surgeon. The robot, called the Automated Needle Targeting with X-ray (ANT-X) was developed by NDR Medical Technology, a medical startup based in Singapore. The company reports that the robot can assist with needle placement and can calculate needle targeting in a few seconds, using just one X-ra...
Source: Medgadget - June 21, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Medicine Radiology Urology nagoyacity_univ Source Type: blogs
Automated Wearable Breast Ultrasound System: Interview with Maryam Ziaei, CEO of iSono Health
iSono Health, a medtech company based in San Francisco, has created the ATUSA System, a wearable 3D ultrasound breast scanning system. The device is worn on the breast, and does not rely on operator experience or skill to obtain consistent, high quality breast scans.
As the scanning takes place automatically, it can be used by non-sonographers, such as medical assistants. The system also employs AI to assist in scan interpretation and treatment decisions.
The portable system can be used at the point of care, which may mean that it is suitable for use in remote or low resource parts of the world. As...
Source: Medgadget - June 16, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Exclusive Oncology Radiology Source Type: blogs
The CT contrast shortage is a learning opportunity
There is currently a pandemic-related shortage of iodinated contrast used for CT scans, predicted to last for several months. While the industry is addressing its own lessons on the supply side of production and distribution, those of us in clinical medicine may use this shortage as an educational opportunity to address contrast demand. There areRead more …The CT contrast shortage is a learning opportunity originally appeared inKevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - June 3, 2022 Category: General Medicine Authors: < span itemprop="author" > < a href="https://www.kevinmd.com/post-author/cullen-ruff" rel="tag" data-wpel-link="internal" > Cullen Ruff, MD < /a > < /span > Tags: Conditions Radiology Source Type: blogs
INICET May 2022 Radiology Recall Dr Sumer Sethi
Video discussion of INICET May 2022 Radiology MCQsFamous Radiology Blog by Dr Sumer Sethi www.sumersethi.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site)
Source: Sumer's Radiology Site - June 1, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sumer Sethi Source Type: blogs
NEETPG May 2022 Radiology MCQ Recall Discussion Dr Sumer Sethi
Video discussion of the recall MCQs of Radiology asked in NEETPG 2022 by Dr Sumer SethiFamous Radiology Blog by Dr Sumer Sethi www.sumersethi.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site)
Source: Sumer's Radiology Site - May 28, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sumer Sethi Source Type: blogs
THCB Gang Episode 92, Thursday May 19 1pm PT, 4pm ET
Joining Matthew Holt (@boltyboy) on #THCBGang at 1pm PT 4pm ET Thursday May 19 are delivery & platform expert Vince Kuraitis (@VinceKuraitis); Queen of all employer benefits Jennifer Benz (@Jenbenz); policy expert consultant/author Rosemarie Day (@Rosemarie_Day1); & back after a long absence dangerous radiologist Saurabh Jha (@roguerad).
You can see the video below & if you’d rather listen than watch, the audio is preserved as a weekly podcast available on our iTunes & Spotify channels. (Source: The Health Care Blog)
Source: The Health Care Blog - May 19, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Abdul Ghafar Tags: THCB Gang jen benz Matthew Holt rosemarie day Saurabh Jha Vince Kuraitis Source Type: blogs
Smart Stent Monitors Hemodynamics
Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a smart stent that can monitor hemodynamic parameters. The wireless and battery-free device can transmit the data to the outside of the body, and is powered through a wireless energy transfer system that uses magnetic fields, similar to wireless chargers that are available for many smartphones. The system could be helpful in long-term monitoring and aid patients with cardiovascular issues to avoid repeated angiograms. It can also potentially function as an early warning alarm for issues such as changes in blood pressure.
Stents are invaluable in treating ...
Source: Medgadget - May 18, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Cardiac Surgery Cardiology Radiology Vascular Surgery Source Type: blogs
Internship and NEETPG- Ways to excel
The feeling of wrapping a stethoscope around your neck, being referred to as a doctor rather than a medical student is indeed unreal. It is, after all, the manifestation of your dreams which was built around your hard work and perseverance. The happiness that comes along with the title is fulfilling to say the least. But at the same time the uncertainty of what follows this benchmark will itch your mind. Up until now the spectrum of possibilities and goals were narrow and students always had some test or the other to prepare for, except it was systematic and somewhat universal. Now the spectrum has widened. There are a lot...
Source: Sumer's Radiology Site - May 9, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sumer Sethi Source Type: blogs
INICET May 2022 Review and Analysis
Sharing a video with review and analysis of INICET May 2022 by Dr Sumer Sethi.Famous Radiology Blog by Dr Sumer Sethi www.sumersethi.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site)
Source: Sumer's Radiology Site - May 8, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sumer Sethi Source Type: blogs
Wireless Implant for Anti-Cancer Photodynamic Therapy
Researchers at Texas A&M University created a wireless device that aims to illuminate and destroy residual tumor cells left after cancer resection. The device can be used by surgeons to illuminate the tumor bed after resection. It works in combination with a photosensitizer drug that is administered before the procedure and accumulates in tumor cells, making them vulnerable to the lethal effects of the delivered light. The small device can also be implanted within the body, potentially to provide longer term photodynamic therapy and guard against cancer recurrence.
For many cancers, surgery is the primary treatment,...
Source: Medgadget - April 28, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Oncology Radiology Surgery TAMU Source Type: blogs
Bronchiectasis- Approach to Radiology MCQ
Here is a video sample from DAMS Test and discussion course. Dr Sumer Sethi explaining how to look at a CT scan with bronchiectasis and explaining various signs.Famous Radiology Blog by Dr Sumer Sethi www.sumersethi.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site)
Source: Sumer's Radiology Site - April 26, 2022 Category: Radiology Authors: Sumer Sethi Source Type: blogs
Excitable Nanoparticles Destroy Endometriosis Lesions
Researchers at Oregon State University developed a nanoparticle system that can aid with the removal of endometrial lesions in a minimally invasive fashion. In endometriosis, endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus, causing pain and affecting fertility. Surgery to remove these lesions is often unsuccessful and repeat surgeries are often required. The research team’s nanoparticle technology can aid in minimally invasively destroying such lesions.
The iron oxide nanoparticles can be delivered intravenously and are targeted to accumulate in endometrial lesions, and also handily act as an MRI contrast agent. By ap...
Source: Medgadget - April 25, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Nanomedicine Ob/Gyn Radiology OregonState Source Type: blogs
Wireless Data Transfer for Implanted Devices Using Ionic Communication
Researchers at the Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science have developed a new method for implanted devices to communicate with the outside world that exploits the ions that are naturally present in our tissues. Ion-rich tissues store potential energy, and in this paradigm an implanted device would alter this stored energy with alternating electrical pulses. Electrodes placed on nearby skin can then measure these changes in energy and analyze them to obtain the clinical data. The method is rapid and requires low power.
Implantable devices need to communicate with the outside world. Current sol...
Source: Medgadget - April 25, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Cardiac Surgery Cardiology Diagnostics etc. Medicine Neurology Neurosurgery Pain Management Radiology columbia Source Type: blogs
Telerobotic System Uses Magnets to Perform Endovascular Procedures
Researchers at MIT have developed a telerobotic surgical system that allows a surgeon to remotely treat patients who are suffering a stroke or aneurysm. The system could be very useful, as achieving treatment as soon as possible after a stroke is crucial, but the endovascular surgeons who specialize in treating such patients may not be present at smaller clinics or remote hospitals. This system would allow them to provide treatment even if they are located in a different hospital. The robot uses a magnet to guide a wire through the blood vessels to the clot or aneurysm.
When someone suffers an ischemic stroke, time is o...
Source: Medgadget - April 20, 2022 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Neurology Neurosurgery Radiology Telemedicine Vascular Surgery mit Source Type: blogs
One Rational Expectation For Each: The Next Healthcare Moves Of Tech Giants
Walmart announced the opening of five new ‘Walmart Health’ Centres in Florida in April, promising low-cost healthcare services. Not very surprising given how the American firm has been steadily building a foothold in this industry in recent years without any signs of slowing down.
In the U.S., Walmart established 600 COVID-19 testing sites during the pandemic; before the current announcement, Walmart Health business has rolled out in 20 locations across Arkansas, Georgia and Illinois in the last three years complete with primary care, emergency care, labs and more. By 2029, Walmart’s board even plans to scal...
Source: The Medical Futurist - April 14, 2022 Category: Information Technology Authors: Andrea Koncz Tags: TMF Forecast Future of Medicine digital health Healthcare tech giants Source Type: blogs
