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Metallic implants are defined as medical devices made from metallic biomaterials used in orthopedic surgery for applications such as joint replacement and bone fracture fixation. While metallic implants can also be used for orthopedics, they can also be used for dental procedures as well. On the other hand, ceramic implants are dental implants made out of ceramic material that are shaped like a small screw. They are inserted into the jawbone of the tooth gap and are used to r

Revolutionizing burn care, 3D bioprinting technology is changing the game in burn wound reconstruction, changing the life of millions of patients to come. Burns are a significant cause of trauma, and over the years, the focus of patient care has shifted from simple survival to improving functional and superficial outcomes. More traditionally, closure is largely brought to burn wounds through the forms of conventional skin substitutes or skin grafts. Skin substitutes include

Laparoscopic gastrectomy for cancer is a minimally invasive, oncologically safe, and effective procedure, particularly for early-stage gastric cancer. Robotic gastrectomies are a minimally invasive, robot-assisted procedure used to remove part or all of the stomach, a procedure that has recently emerged in the medical world and is rivaling laparoscopic gastrectomy in efficiency and safety as a treatment for cancer. How do the two procedures work? In short, a laparoscopic gast

The Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless fluid which surrounds the brain and spinal cord. It is produced by the choroid plexus in the ventricles of the brain. A CSF leak occurs when this fluid escapes through a defect in the dura mater, the tough outer membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord. After skull base surgery, leaks can happen if the surgical site involves the skull base bones or dura mater. CSF leak increases the risk of infections such as meningiti

Gamma Knife Radiosurgery is a noninvasive type of radiotherapy treatment, alternatively called stereotactic radiosurgery. Although, it doesn’t actually use a knife, nor does it require incisions. So, how does it work? It uses very focused, energetic beams of gamma rays to stabilize, shrink, or destroy lesions or tumors. What kinds of cases are treated with Gamma Knife Radiosurgery? The most common cases include tumors (both malignant and benign) and lesions in the brain, tri

Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) is a minimally invasive procedure that is designed to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs), which are a type of aneurysm found on the body. There are different types of aortic aneurysms that are classified based on where along the aorta the weakness occurs. Abdominal aortic aneurysms are the most common type of aneurysm. They form bulges found in the largest artery in the human body. These bulges are very dangerous as they can rupture at

Surgery involving the retina has entered a new phase thanks to robotic assistance, especially when dealing with intricate conditions at the back of the eye. Measured in tiny fractions of a millimeter, retinal layers require movements so exact that even slight hand shaking becomes a problem. Since natural hand vibrations often reach about 100 micrometers, they interfere with tasks needing less than 10-micrometer precision. Machines built for these operations reduce human physi

During surgical procedures that use energy-powered devices such as electrocautery or lasers, a byproduct known as surgical smoke or plume is generated. While often overlooked, surgical smoke can be a significant occupational hazard for healthcare workers due to its composition of toxic gases, cellular material, and potentially infectious particles. As awareness grows, surgical smoke evacuation technologies have become essential tools for advancing safety procedures in operati

In the growing scope of technology, medical biodegradable electronics are becoming an established solution for post-surgical monitoring and wound healing. They eliminate the need for device extraction, while providing consistent, continuous data during patient recovery. Traditional sensors that are implanted need secondary surgeries for extraction, increasing the risk of infection and patient safety. Biodegradable electronic devices, fabricated from biocompatible materials th

Aquablation is a one of a kind, real time, minimally invasive, and robot assisted surgical procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also more commonly known as an enlarged prostate. First introduced to the urologic community in 2013 and cleared by the Food and Drug Administration in 2017, Aquablation is a transformative resective therapy that brings relief to men suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). This surgical procedure was developed by P

Sentinel lymph node biopsy is a surgical procedure used to determine if cancer has spread beyond the primary tumor. During the procedure, healthcare providers inject a radioactive tracer or blue dye near the tumor, which travels to the sentinel nodes, the first lymph nodes where cancer would spread. According to Cleveland clinic “the results help providers determine the most appropriate treatment” (No author). This technique is most commonly used for breast cancer and melanom

Perioperative hypothermia is a common complication during surgery defined as a core body temperature below 36 degrees C. Body temperature is normally maintained between 36 and 37.5 degrees C through hormonal regulation and cellular metabolism. However, during surgery, hypothermia frequently occurs due to anesthesia-related impairment of temperature regulation and exposure to cold operating room environments. "Perioperative hypothermia causes many complications including cardi

Augmented Reality (AR) has been emerging as a transformative tool in oncologic surgery, particularly for tumor margin identification . AR enhances tumor margin identification in oncologic surgery by providing surgeons with real-time, three-dimensional (3D) representation of human anatomy, helping in accurate tumor identification and preservation of critical structures during several craniofacial surgical procedures The integration of AR with existing medical imaging techniqu

Can We Use Nanobots to Cure Cancer? Futures Platform (web article). https://www.futuresplatform.com/blog/can-we-use-nanobots-cure-cancer ? Surgery is still the main way doctors remove the solid tumors,despite all the efforts cancer is still one of the biggest health problems in the world. But even with the best surgical methods, doctors can’t always remove every single cancer cell. Sometimes tiny cells stay behind at the edge of the cut, and this can cause the tumor to grow a

Spinal fusion, otherwise referred to as vertebral arthrodesis, is a medical operation that has the purpose of permanently linking together two or more vertebrae and thus rendering them motionless. The main goals of spinal fusion are to stabilize the spine, alleviate pain, and avoid the further deterioration of the nervous system. The joining of the vertebrae is done through the insertion of bone graft material in between them, which is sometimes made stronger with the use of

Knee surgeries are some of the most common sports-related injuries. One of the most serious types of knee surgeries is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. The ACL, which connects the tibia to the femur, helps the knee control its twisting and turning movements. This means that tearing the ACL can cause the knee to become unstable and collapse when making sudden movements. Furthermore, when the ACL is torn, other structures in the knee may also become injured. ACL Recons

Two hearts, one body, and another chance at life. In the world of medicine, there are few images that are as powerful as the human heart – a symbol of life. Beating inside the body to a rhythm of its own pace. But imagine living not just with one, but rather two hearts inside your chest. Heterotopic Heart Transplantation (HHT) , a rare surgical procedure that places a donor heart beside the original, creating a duet of survival. In 1974, Dr. Christiaan Barnard , who was alre

A hybrid biplane neurosurgical operating room is a modern surgical environment made to combine advanced imaging technology with traditional neurosurgical practices. This allows surgeons to diagnose & treat complex brain/spine conditions in real time, the OR (operating room) being designed around the idea that surgery and imaging have the capability to work together simultaneously to improve accuracy, safety, and outcomes. The “hybrid” term in the name is used to refer to the

Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) is a surgical procedure predominantly utilized to treat patients diagnosed with a subtype of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), severe emphysema. The condition is a progressive lung disease caused by long-term smoking or exposure to harmful environmental factors, leading to significant breathing difficulties and reduced quality of life as a result of the destruction of alveoli (the tiny air sacs responsible for gas exchange). Th

Lumbar disc herniations (LDHs) are a common and early appearance of the degeneration of the lumbar spine. The most common site of LDH is at L4-L5 or L5-S1. The location of a disc herniation can determine the surgical approach. For some, LDHs resolve nonoperatively, but in the case that conservative management fails, surgical interventions can be considered, including the micro-lumbar discectomy. LDHs result from multiple changes in the intervertebral disc, such as reduced wat