Archived Medical News Stories

Archived Medical Procedure News Stories - 2012

Date	Title	Comments	Rating
2012-12-29	Heart transplant patient becomes unexpected ambassador for organ donation	0	None
2012-12-28	Researchers sequence entire gene to identify mutations that cause hyperinsulinism	0	None
2012-12-28	Bariatric surgery succeeds when new year resolutions to lose weight fail	0	None
2012-12-27	Implementation of appropriateness criteria required for elective procedures	0	None
2012-12-25	Blood transfusion for patients with myocardial infarction associated with increased all-cause mortality	0	None
2012-12-25	Use of CT scans for children suspected of having appendicitis varies among hospitals	0	None
2012-12-21	Gene therapy shows promise for severe coronary artery disease	0	None
2012-12-21	Findings quantify national rate of surgical 'never events'	0	None
2012-12-21	Many surgeons refuse to operate without patient's commitment to postoperative treatment	0	None
2012-12-21	Novel virus-based gene therapy holds promise for Canavan disease	0	5
2012-12-21	New technique may prevent inheritance of mitochondrial diseases in children	0	5
2012-12-21	Updated U.S. prescribing information for Boehringer Ingelheim’s Pradaxa	0	None
2012-12-21	Androgen deprivation therapies may have adverse effects in men with precancers	0	2
2012-12-21	Study examines role of race and ethnicity in stem cell donation	0	None
2012-12-21	Special supplement to Neurosurgery presents updates on emerging technologies for brain surgery	0	None
2012-12-21	Melanoma patients may benefit from microRNA-26a replacement therapy	0	None
2012-12-21	Researchers track adipose tissue-derived stromal cells after transplantation	0	5
2012-12-21	Study examines five varieties of cells after transplantation in the CNS	0	None
2012-12-21	Study shows dramatic underuse of basic medical therapy	0	None
2012-12-20	Two recent experimental treatments improve visual function in mouse models of retinitis pigmentosa	5	None
2012-12-20	Sperm viability assessment: an interview with Caroline Feltham from Linkam Scientific Instruments	1	None
2012-12-20	New therapeutic ultrasound approach could lead to an invisible knife for noninvasive surgery	0	None
2012-12-20	AAV-based gene therapy cocktail may help extend lives of children with Canavan disease	0	None
2012-12-20	Lou Gehrig's disease may be treatable using neural stem cells	0	None
2012-12-20	Investigators assess efficacy of ORC vs. robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy	0	None
2012-12-20	FDA allows marketing of Angiotech's Bio-Seal Lung Biopsy Tract Plug System	0	None
2012-12-19	No direct link between dental procedures and prosthetic joint infection	0	None
2012-12-19	Patients achieve favorable seizure outcomes after resective epilepsy surgery	0	None
2012-12-19	More surgeons opting for hospital jobs	0	None
2012-12-19	Clopidogrel pretreatment for PCI does not reduce risk of overall mortality	0	None
2012-12-19	Study: Purines fend off damage during anesthesia	0	None
2012-12-19	Riverside Methodist Hospital treats first PAD patient with Cook Medical's Zilver PTX device	0	None
2012-12-18	Whiplash recovery no quicker with intensive therapy	0	None
2012-12-18	Tbx18 gene directs conversion of cardiomyocytes to genuine pacemaker cells	0	5
2012-12-17	New technique could help develop more-specific, cell-based immune therapies for cancer	0	None
2012-12-15	New diagnostic innovations could refine the way doctors detect prostate cancer	0	None
2012-12-14	K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital offers comprehensive surgical program	0	None
2012-12-14	Prostate cancer patients experience minimal relief from side effects following proton radiotherapy	0	None
2012-12-14	Biological factors, cell behaviour drive tumour growth contributing to therapy failure and relapse	0	None
2012-12-14	Administration of N2O + ISO appears to have negative effect on fetal development	0	None
2012-12-14	New technique may allow more kidney cancer patients to avoid conventional open surgery	0	None
2012-12-13	Scientists isolate cancer stem cells that lead to growth of Wilms' tumours	0	None
2012-12-13	Sirtex unveils new website to learn more about SIR-Spheres microspheres	0	None
2012-12-13	Targeted micro-bubbles could help detect heart disease	0	None
2012-12-13	ACS announces creation of Georgia Surgical Quality Collaborative	0	None
2012-12-13	New biocompatible patch can repair congenital heart defects	0	None
2012-12-13	Isolite Systems to offer dental isolation in Canada	0	None
2012-12-13	Oxnard-based couple receives gastric sleeve surgeries from leading L.A. expert	0	None
2012-12-12	Children with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may benefit from psychological therapies	0	None
2012-12-12	Bariatric surgery: an interview with Dr Shyam Dahiya	0	None
2012-12-12	Scarless gallbladder surgery performed at Sinai Hospital	0	5
2012-12-11	Some stroke patients may benefit from cerebral angioplasty and stent placement	0	None
2012-12-11	MR-Ultrasound fusion biopsy can diagnose prostate cancer	0	None
2012-12-11	Transplanting spermatogonial stem cells could restore fertility in male cancer patients	0	None
2012-12-11	Ligand commences PG-free melphalan pivotal trial in multiple myeloma	0	None
2012-12-11	Mass. Eye and Ear opens new outpatient surgical center in Longwood/Mission Hill	0	None
2012-12-10	FDA clearance for LENSAR Laser System	0	None
2012-12-10	Simple technique based on principles of craniofacial surgery can maximize patient outcomes	0	None
2012-12-10	Communication and checklists may lead to fewer surgical complications	0	None
2012-12-10	Cervical disc replacement: an interview with Joe Ross, VP of U.S. Marketing at LDR	0	None
2012-12-10	Genzyme receives EC approval for Thyrogen product label expansion	0	None
2012-12-10	Sinai Hospital of Baltimore announces opening of new geriatric surgery center	0	None
2012-12-10	Iroko’s submicron indomethacin Phase 3 study on post-surgical acute pain meets primary endpoint	0	None
2012-12-10	Most triple-negative breast cancer patients have multiple genetic mutations after chemo treatment	0	None
2012-12-07	Baby boomers with liver cancer drive demand for liver transplantation	0	None
2012-12-07	Ultra-shortened, accelerated breast irradiation treatment logistically achievable and tolerable	0	None
2012-12-07	CBT may help reduce depression in people who have not responded to antidepressants	0	3
2012-12-07	General thoracic surgeons perform vast majority of complex noncardiac operations	0	None
2012-12-07	Gene therapy could represent new treatment option for severe orthopaedic injuries	0	None
2012-12-07	Advance Study to evaluate safety and benefit of DBS-f for patients with mild Alzheimer's	0	None
2012-12-06	Electrotherapy not effective pain treatment in the aftermath of pancreatic surgery	0	None
2012-12-06	SLN surgery identifies whether breast cancer in lymph nodes remains after chemotherapy	0	None
2012-12-06	New technology allows noninvasive SpHb assessments for children undergoing brain surgery	0	None
2012-12-06	CINJ urologic oncology chief completes 1,000th robotic prostatectomy at RWJUH	0	None
2012-12-06	African American women less likely to receive axillary SLN biopsy for breast cancer	0	None
2012-12-06	No serious complications of regional nerve blocks in children	0	5
2012-12-06	ASBD to host 6th Annual School of Oncoplastic Surgery in Dallas	0	None
2012-12-06	Two simple cost-effective methods can reduce expensive postoperative complications	0	None
2012-12-06	First U.S. patient treated with deep brain stimulation for Alzheimer's at Johns Hopkins	0	None
2012-12-05	RXi commences RXI-109 Phase 1 study for management of surgical scars and keloids	0	None
2012-12-05	Study provides important data about fertility window of women with childhood cancer	0	None
2012-12-05	New method can generate stable human mesenchymal stem cells for bone engineering	0	None
2012-12-05	Pharmacological stress echo can identify rejected hearts suitable for transplantation	0	None
2012-12-05	Natural killer cell response detrimental to glioblastoma virotherapy	0	None
2012-12-05	Combination of ketogenic diet and radiation therapy effectively treats malignant gliomas	0	None
2012-12-04	Sorin Group’s Mitroflow valve receives Japanese PMDA approval	0	None
2012-12-04	Pipeline embolization device shows promise in treating brain aneurysms	0	None
2012-12-03	Hip prosthesis lasts for over 20 years	0	None
2012-12-03	GORE EXCLUDER AAA Endoprosthesis receives CE Mark	0	None
2012-12-03	Heart attack centres: an interview with Dr Sayan Sen	0	None
2012-12-03	New laser surgical technique appears to be safe and effective in treating epilepsy	0	None
2012-12-02	Long-term hippocampal DBS effectively reduces seizures in experimental models	0	None
2012-12-01	Report finds low infection rate for hip replacement or revision procedures at HSS	0	None
2012-12-01	Cedars-Sinai surgeons use evidence-based protocols to reduce post-operative infections	0	None
2012-12-01	Operating room distractions can contribute to major errors by young surgeons	0	None
2012-11-30	Pressure Right effectively reduces postdischarge nausea and vomiting	0	None
2012-11-30	Respiratory physical therapy before cardiac surgery may reduce serious pulmonary complications	0	None
2012-11-30	Research roundup: High rates of postdischarge complications; Prescriptions refilled even after discontinued	0	None
2012-11-30	Coronary artery bypass grafting safe for dialysis patients	0	None
2012-11-30	Engineers develop simple and inexpensive way to create 3-D brain tissues in lab dishes	0	None
2012-11-29	Varian's TrueBeam receives Indian AERB clearance for use in advanced radiosurgical treatments	0	None
2012-11-29	Alberta Children's Hospital performs first liver cell transplant in Calgary, Canada	0	None
2012-11-29	InSite Vision completes enrollment in BromSite Phase 3 trial for reduction of pain, inflammation	0	None
2012-11-29	Longer looks: Are 'pods' the solution to our long-term care crisis?; A Liver transplant in the nick of time; Pro-life activists and the abortion drop	0	None
2012-11-29	University of Cincinnati to lead Belatacept Early Steroid withdrawal Trial	0	None
2012-11-29	Blood test and gene sequencing combined to detect cancer	0	None
2012-11-29	Lobectomy for primary lung cancer takes longer in obese patients	0	None
2012-11-29	Answers to the questions of stem cells	0	None
2012-11-29	NACHC, American College of Physicians announce program to offer Medical Home Builder 2.0	0	None
2012-11-28	Macular pigment screener launched by Elektron Technology	0	None
2012-11-28	Chalmers researcher develops world's first implantable robotic arm controlled by thoughts	0	None
2012-11-28	Warfarin treatment after aortic valve replacement reduces risk of cardiovascular death	0	None
2012-11-28	Contralateral prophylactic mastectomy does not reduce breast cancer recurrence	0	None
2012-11-28	Engineered ICCs can improve pancreatic islet transplantation and cure diabetes mellitus	0	None
2012-11-28	Renowned Mexican singer receives robotic left hepatectomy at University of Illinois Hospital	0	None
2012-11-28	Patients with RA more likely to have dislocation following hip replacement surgery	0	None
2012-11-28	New investigational procedure may prolong life for patients with severe COPD	0	3
2012-11-27	Joint Implant Surgeons to participate in Operation Walk USA 2012	0	None
2012-11-27	Diabetes can remit after gastric bypass surgery	0	None
2012-11-27	Anesthetics can help reduce risk of cardiac surgery drug-associated seizures	0	None
2012-11-27	Leading urologic oncologist explains bladder cancer basics	0	None
2012-11-27	First U.S. breathing lung transplant performed in Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center	0	None
2012-11-27	Study compares effects of weight loss induced by gastric bypass and banding on metabolic response	2	None
2012-11-26	New therapeutic technique to repair and rebuild muscle for degenerative muscle disorders	0	None
2012-11-26	Frankfurt University Hospital implements microwave ablation for treatment of thyroid nodules	0	None
2012-11-26	Study confirms high biocompatibility of polymeric materials with brain tissue	0	5
2012-11-26	New research helps improve quality of life-saving blood transfusions for preterm babies	0	None
2012-11-23	NICE recommends Bispectral Index EEG-based monitor for measuring depth of anaesthesia	0	None
2012-11-22	Significant gaps in quality of clinical information on designer vagina procedures	0	None
2012-11-22	Researchers stream braille patterns directly into a blind patient's retina	0	None
2012-11-22	New approach could help orthopaedic surgeons better deal with battlefield injuries	0	None
2012-11-22	Important knowledge about how stem cells develop best into insulin-producing cells	0	4
2012-11-22	CHKD surgeons use vacuum bell device to treat pectus excavatum	0	5
2012-11-22	Study finds 40% of surgery complications occur when patients are home	0	None
2012-11-22	Five follow-up visits help gastric bypass patients achieve optimal weight loss	0	None
2012-11-21	No differences between computer-navigated and traditional TKA related to knee function, pain	0	None
2012-11-21	FOCUS Clinics Director performs KAMRA Vision surgery on two distinguished ophthalmologists	0	None
2012-11-21	Prader-Willi children may receive relief from sleep disorders after adenotonsillectomy	0	None
2012-11-20	New polymer-based system to fight infection, filter water and heal wounds	0	None
2012-11-20	FDA approves HeartWare Ventricular Assist System to treat end-stage heart failure	0	None
2012-11-20	New heart valve procedure saves life of 94-year old with aortic stenosis	0	None
2012-11-20	Uninsured patients could be twice as likely to die after brain cancer surgery	0	None
2012-11-20	When it comes to surgery, businesses increasingly want workers to shop around	0	None
2012-11-20	Music therapy can be beneficial to patients before and after surgical procedures	0	None
2012-11-20	St. Jude Medical’s Portico transcatheter heart valve receives European CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-11-19	New €6 million European project to address complications associated with diabetes	0	None
2012-11-19	ReFIT algorithm improves speed and accuracy of neural prosthetics	0	None
2012-11-17	New way to stimulate transplanted human stem cell-derived neurons into a rodent hippocampus	0	4
2012-11-17	Two studies investigate role of oxygen in cell transplantation	0	None
2012-11-17	Researchers develop safe, feasible and robust co-culture system for hESC expansion	0	None
2012-11-17	Cancer Network, ONCOLOGY present two part primer report on targeted therapies in solid tumors	0	None
2012-11-17	St. Luke's unveils Discovery IGS 730 Hybrid OR from GE Healthcare	0	None
2012-11-16	FDA approves Cook's Zilver PTX drug-eluting peripheral stent	0	None
2012-11-16	New pneumococcal vaccine highly effective in infants	0	4
2012-11-16	HUCPVC cell therapy more effective in restoring heart function after myocardial infarction	0	None
2012-11-16	First HSS medical symposium to take place in Rio de Janeiro from Nov. 28-29	0	5
2012-11-16	Researchers develop catheter that can perform triple-duty during cardiac ablation surgery	0	None
2012-11-16	Study looks at health outcomes of kidney transplant recipients with low donor-specific antibodies	0	None
2012-11-15	Cook receives FDA approval for Zilver PTX Drug-Eluting Peripheral Stent to treat PAD	0	None
2012-11-15	RXi announces pharmacokinetic results from RXI-109 Phase 1 study in healthy subjects	0	None
2012-11-15	Breakthrough treatment for survivors of traumatic brain injury	1	None
2012-11-15	Hospitals directed to step up protections for kidney donors	0	None
2012-11-15	Antibody-coated stents carry increased risk of myocardial infarction and re-operation	0	None
2012-11-14	Hydrus stent may significantly reduce eye pressure in glaucoma patients	0	None
2012-11-14	Heart attack centres play a vital role in saving patients’ lives	0	None
2012-11-14	Study evaluates benefits of HBO2 therapy on post-concussion symptoms in military personnel with TBI	1	None
2012-11-13	Could lactate levels in amniotic fluid help diagnose dysfunctional labour?	0	None
2012-11-12	Radiotherapy protocol deviations: an interview with Dr Nitin Ohri	0	None
2012-11-09	Patients more likely to develop ischemic stroke after total hip replacement surgeries	0	3
2012-11-09	ACT announces results from three ongoing stem cell clinical trials for macular degeneration	0	5
2012-11-09	Women with ovarian cancer have superior outcomes after surgery at high-volume hospitals	0	None
2012-11-09	Omeros to present results from first pivotal Phase 3 trial of OMS302 at AAO annual meeting	0	None
2012-11-09	Mastoscopic axillary lymph node dissection can reduce breast cancer complications	0	None
2012-11-08	International Day of Radiology marks 117th anniversary of X-ray discovery	0	None
2012-11-08	PBS documentary explores stories and science behind organ donation and transplantation	0	None
2012-11-08	Ethical issues in organ transplantation	0	None
2012-11-08	Radiopharmaceutical Tektrotyd continues to receive interest and recognition	0	None
2012-11-08	EUROECHO 2012 reveals how imaging improves early diagnosis of atherosclerosis	0	None
2012-11-08	Aspirin viable alternative to warfarin in preventing clots after joint replacement surgery	0	None
2012-11-07	Study addresses cost of patient care in acute care surgical settings	0	None
2012-11-07	HPV testing and cervical screening: an interview with Dr Rosa Legood	0	None
2012-11-07	Liver transplant waitlist mortality not simply due to lack of donor organs: Study	0	None
2012-11-07	Characteristics of both patient and surgeon can affect dental implants’ success	0	None
2012-11-07	Positive results from BioCardia's Helical Infusion System Phase 1/2 trial on ischemic cardiomyopathy	0	None
2012-11-06	Cryopraxis/CellPraxis initiates recruitment in ReACT Phase III trial for refractory angina	0	None
2012-11-06	Paragonix files PMNA with FDA for Sherpa Pak Cardiac Transport System	0	None
2012-11-06	Fracture bracing systems: an interview with Steve Ingel, President for the Bracing & Supports Division of DJO Global	0	4.7
2012-11-06	ECG analysis may predict risk of death from all causes	0	5
2012-11-06	Sorin Group’s Mitroflow Valsalva Conduit now available in the U.S.	0	None
2012-11-06	Cartoons effectively reduce preoperative anxiety in children	0	None
2012-11-06	New anterior approach in hip-replacement surgery results in less pain, faster recovery	0	1
2012-11-06	Patients with diabetes, multi-vessel coronary artery disease can benefit from bypass surgery	0	None
2012-11-06	ICD use can combat sudden death in pediatric patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy	0	None
2012-11-05	WHO’s Surgical Safety Checklist in the operating room reduces risks of perioperative mortality	0	None
2012-11-05	Gateway Aesthetic announces addition of three new procedures	0	None
2012-11-05	Study compares effectiveness of CABG surgery with PCI for adults with diabetes and heart disease	0	None
2012-11-05	Family members less likely to administer CPR for cardiac arrests: Japanese study	0	None
2012-11-04	New energy-harvesting device can power pacemakers	0	None
2012-11-03	New information related to kidney transplantation	0	None
2012-11-03	BeamPath ROBOTIC system from OmniGuide used in Laparoscopic Myomectomy	0	None
2012-11-03	Some types of bariatric surgery may cause bone loss, say endocrinologists	0	None
2012-11-03	NY-Presbyterian/CUMC wins two Transplant Program Awards from HSS	0	None
2012-11-03	Men with prostate cancer can benefit from active surveillance	0	None
2012-11-03	AeriSeal System appears to be effective in treating emphysema	0	2.5
2012-11-03	Bypass surgery offers people with diabetes better long-term survival than stents	0	None
2012-11-03	Near-complete blood flow restoration necessary to preserve neurological function following stroke	0	None
2012-11-02	HPV test of cure cheaper and more effective than cytology testing for women following pre-cervical cancer treatment	0	None
2012-11-02	Repeated surgeries may improve survival for patients with glioblastomas	0	None
2012-11-02	Developing comorbid conditions post-liver transplant reduces donor quality of life	0	None
2012-11-02	FDA clears X-spine’s new Fortex and Certex system	0	None
2012-11-02	FDA clears Accuray’s new CyberKnife M6 Series	0	None
2012-11-01	Mass. Eye and Ear opens new outpatient surgical center in Longwood/Mission Hill area of Boston	0	None
2012-11-01	Study shows increased risk of local recurrence in women with triple negative breast cancer	0	None
2012-11-01	Ischemic stroke: an interview with Dr Gregory Ford	0	5
2012-11-01	Study compares mortality rates at magnet and non-magnet hospitals	0	None
2012-11-01	Encouraging results from stereotactic radiosurgery Phase I trial on kidney cancer	0	None
2012-11-01	Varian highlights numerous lung cancer treatment systems at ASTRO meeting	0	None
2012-11-01	Video can effectively reduce anxiety in children undergoing inhaled induction	0	None
2012-10-31	Uterine cancer recurrence risk after hysterectomy increases due to delay in radiation therapy	0	None
2012-10-31	ACP urges use of performance measures targeting 'low-value services' to reduce overuse, misuse of these approaches	0	None
2012-10-31	Study explores incidence of UK women having Multiple Repeat Caesarean Sections	0	None
2012-10-31	Viscus Biologics to develop and commercialize NFB’s new tissue repair material	0	None
2012-10-31	Bronchial thermoplasty helps control severe asthma	0	None
2012-10-31	Orexo initiates OX51 Phase II trial in patients undergoing prostate biopsy	0	None
2012-10-30	Radiation therapy protocol deviations associated with increased risk of treatment failure and overall mortality	0	None
2012-10-30	Breast cancer screening reduces deaths but overdiagnoses	0	None
2012-10-30	Blue Medical’s drug eluting balloon Protégé receives CE mark	0	None
2012-10-30	Intravenous catheter replacement: an interview with Claire Rickard	0	5
2012-10-30	Proton therapy preserves urinary and bowel function in men with prostate cancer	0	None
2012-10-30	CINJ visiting scientist receives International - U.S. Annual Meeting Scientific Abstract Award	0	None
2012-10-30	Elderly women with early-stage breast cancer live longer with radiation therapy and surgery	0	None
2012-10-30	IPSCs may be a viable source of patient-specific articular cartilage tissue	0	None
2012-10-30	IVF process negatively impacts women’s sexual relationships	0	None
2012-10-30	Columbia Asia Hospitals conducts successful cochlear implants and BAHA surgery	0	None
2012-10-29	New prostate cancer therapy triggers questions about cost, effectiveness and safety	0	None
2012-10-29	Isis commences ISIS-FXIRx Phase 2 study in knee replacement surgery patients	0	None
2012-10-29	Blood banks: an interview with Celia Tombalakian, Worldwide Group Director, Immunohematology at Johnson & Johnson’s Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. (OCD)	0	5
2012-10-29	Alternate method to precisely tag breast cancer tumors	0	None
2012-10-29	Maternal bariatric surgery affects cardiovascular risk profile of offsprings	0	None
2012-10-29	NHS should implement a non-invasive alternative to autopsies	0	None
2012-10-29	Neuraxial anesthesia should be promoted for bilateral total knee replacements: HSS	0	None
2012-10-29	FDA clears MAQUET’s new SENSATION PLUS 7.5Fr. 40cc intra-aortic balloon catheter	0	None
2012-10-29	Drug-eluting stents exhibit some benefits in patients over 80	0	None
2012-10-29	St. Luke's cardiologist wins TCT 2012 Geoffrey O. Hartzler Master Clinical Operator Award	0	None
2012-10-29	Post-radiation drop in testosterone linked to recurrence of prostate cancer in men	0	None
2012-10-29	Trial finds benefits in using radial approach for primary angioplasty in heart attack patients	0	None
2012-10-29	Research roundup: Patients' unrealistic expectations for chemo; Neighborhood may affect CPR rates; Rate hike reviews working	0	None
2012-10-29	Rectal cancer more likely to spread to the lymph nodes in younger patients	0	None
2012-10-26	Cardiac arrhythmias: latest developments in diagnosis and treatment	0	None
2012-10-26	Senate panel says Medtronic ghostwrote positive medical journal studies on its spine treatment product	0	None
2012-10-26	Video-article details new laser-activated bio-adhesive polymer	0	None
2012-10-26	NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia participates in Symplicity system trial for hypertension	0	None
2012-10-26	PFO closure with investigational device may prevent cryptogenic ischemic stroke	0	None
2012-10-26	ACS BSCN accredits UCSD Bariatric Metabolic Institute as Level 1 facility	0	None
2012-10-26	LVEDP-guided hydration effectively prevents CI-AKI in patients undergoing cardiac catheterization	0	None
2012-10-26	FFR-guided PCI appears to be economically attractive than medical therapy for stable CAD	0	None
2012-10-26	Longer looks: Controversial raffle for IVF treatment; New role for community health workers; Romney, health care and the free market	0	None
2012-10-25	Prasugrel reduces cardiovascular events among patients managed medically for ACS	0	None
2012-10-25	TAVR procedure yields lower mortality rates for patients with aortic stenosis after three years	0	None
2012-10-25	Mesh-covered stent improves restoration of blood flow after PCI in heart attack patients	0	None
2012-10-25	Identifying risk factors in hospital readmissions could help improve patient care	0	None
2012-10-25	Obese patients more likely to have complications after total knee replacement surgery	0	None
2012-10-25	Article describes most promising strategies for vascularization of bone tissue substitutes	0	None
2012-10-24	ACIS Anterior Cervical Interbody Spacer System launched by DePuy Synthes Spine	0	None
2012-10-24	First access system designed specifically for minimally invasive posterior-lateral fusion launched by DePuy Synthes Spine	0	None
2012-10-24	Paralympics athlete launches On My Feet Again at Neurotech Leaders Forum	0	None
2012-10-23	In vitro fertilization may significantly increase risk of birth defects	0	None
2012-10-23	Transplant wait-list deaths not just due to organ availability: Study	0	None
2012-10-23	Highlights of colorectal cancer research from ACG annual scientific meeting	0	None
2012-10-23	Magnet hospitals reduce rates of patient death	0	None
2012-10-23	Combining distal protection devices with nicardipine improves post-PCI outcomes	0	None
2012-10-23	Bodyguard macrophages protect stem cells from over-differentiation	0	None
2012-10-23	Case reports highlight importance of vitamin and mineral supplementation after bariatric surgery	1	None
2012-10-23	Advances in endoscopic technologies and techniques to be highlighted at ACG annual meeting	0	None
2012-10-23	Electrical stimulation of the lower esophageal sphincter is effective in treating patients with GERD	0	5
2012-10-23	Presence of trainees during endobronchial ultrasound may have negative implications	0	None
2012-10-23	Aesculap to launch ArcadiusXP L spinal system during NASS meeting	0	None
2012-10-23	Teenagers with obesity can benefit from gastric bypass surgery just as much as adults	0	5
2012-10-22	Adachi purchases Mazor Robotics' Renaissance surgical guidance system for spine procedures	0	None
2012-10-22	Choice Spine launches vertebral body replacement system	0	None
2012-10-22	Lantheus Medical Imaging extends contract to supply molybdenum-99 to Nordion	0	None
2012-10-22	Chronic electrical stimulation may help treat gastroparesis symptoms	0	None
2012-10-22	Ambulatory surgery centers and physician offices less costly than hospitals	0	None
2012-10-20	Clinical trial to study immunosuppressant tacrolimus against generics	0	None
2012-10-20	Research roundup: Financial impact of reducing surgical complications; Pay for performance to doctors, hospitals yields mixed results	0	None
2012-10-20	Reprogrammed vascular endothelial cells from ACs shows promise against vascular disorders	0	None
2012-10-20	FDA expands approved indication for Sapien Transcatheter Heart Valve	0	None
2012-10-20	Morton Plant first hospital in the Tampa Bay area to perform transapical TAVR	0	None
2012-10-20	Coronary angioplasty improves survival in all patients with out of hospital cardiac arrest	0	None
2012-10-19	Reprogrammed endothelial cells for treatment of vascular disorders	0	None
2012-10-19	ACT TIL therapy effective in treating metastatic melanoma	0	None
2012-10-19	Losing weight does not lead to improved fertility in women	0	None
2012-10-19	Active surveillance of small kidney masses offers similar cancer outcomes to radical or partial surgery	0	None
2012-10-19	Adding increased glucose monitoring can optimize perioperative care of diabetic patients	0	None
2012-10-19	EHRA ICD for Life Summit to be held in Belgrade, Serbia	0	None
2012-10-17	UMB, UMCP to develop small robot that could help neurosurgeons in removing brain tumors	0	None
2012-10-17	Study finds nearly 10-fold increase in eye injuries during robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy	0	None
2012-10-17	Study: 3 in 10 kidney transplant patients require readmission to hospital within 30 days of discharge	0	None
2012-10-17	Stat5 protein could serve as biomarker to help guide prostate cancer treatment	0	None
2012-10-17	Extradural brain stimulation safe and effective for patients with Parkinson's	0	None
2012-10-17	EMR before radiofrequency ablation safe and effective for patients with nodular Barrett's esophagus	0	None
2012-10-17	High nurse workloads may affect postsurgical outcomes of older minorities	0	None
2012-10-17	UK HealthCare's Gill Heart Institute cardiologists perform TAVR procedures	0	None
2012-10-17	iLarynx app effective at simulating fiberoptic bronchoscopy	0	None
2012-10-17	Transvaginal ultrasound effective in treating early-stage endometrial cancer	0	5
2012-10-16	Simulation training can vastly improve trainee surgeons' skills prior to live procedures	0	None
2012-10-16	Language, ethnicity play a role in postoperative behavioral change among chidlren	0	None
2012-10-16	Transcranial magnetic stimulation can benefit patients with depression, debilitating tinnitus	0	None
2012-10-16	New radiation therapy can reduce risk of neurocognitive adverse effects in children	0	None
2012-10-16	Animal research shows promise in treating AD, brain damage and heart problems resulting from SCIs	0	None
2012-10-16	Drug-eluting balloon procedure can effectively treat peripheral artery disease	0	None
2012-10-16	Fit elderly NSCLC patients should be considered for salvage targeted therapy	0	None
2012-10-15	Embryonic neuron transplants could effectively treat brain diseases	0	None
2012-10-15	Language disparities impact Hispanic women during labor	0	None
2012-10-15	Few physicians recommend active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer	0	None
2012-10-15	Study evaluates international data on kidney transplantation	0	None
2012-10-15	Wal-Mart expanding program for no-cost employee surgeries	0	None
2012-10-15	Elekta Synergy system with Agility 160-leaf MLC now available at Radboud	0	None
2012-10-15	Duke researchers develop new 3-D tool for heart surgery	0	None
2012-10-12	Novel method can determine how ready acute myeloid leukemia cells are to die	0	None
2012-10-12	Study compares two drug combinations for use as deep sedation during oral surgery	0	None
2012-10-12	Study identifies pitfalls in current calculation of hospital readmission rates in spine surgery	0	None
2012-10-12	Single genetic variant in kidney donors' cells may play an important role in transplant longevity	0	None
2012-10-12	Simple quiz could help doctors determine kidney dialysis patients at risk of death	0	None
2012-10-12	Clinical study to investigate Cytori's adipose-derived cell therapy in patients with heart failure	0	None
2012-10-11	Study finds reporting heart procedure results can limit use	0	None
2012-10-11	Transplanted neural stem cells able to produce new myelin in children with PMD	0	None
2012-10-10	FDA clears Surefire's Angiographic Catheter line	0	None
2012-10-10	Nearly all groups of patients with spinal stenosis do better with surgery	0	None
2012-10-10	ASTRO names distinguished neurosurgeon as 2012 Honorary Member	0	None
2012-10-10	Organ Care System safe and feasible for lung transplant patients	0	None
2012-10-09	Surgical intervention can help fetuses with congenital malformations	0	None
2012-10-09	Coffee consumption activates bowel motility after elective colonic surgery	0	None
2012-10-09	Women more likely to develop UTI after pelvic-floor surgery	0	None
2012-10-09	ARIPI trial: Fresh blood not better for acutely ill premature babies	0	None
2012-10-08	Standard red blood cell transfusion as good as fresh RBCs for premature infants	0	None
2012-10-08	St. Jude Medical launches 3-D navigation system that reduces need for live fluoroscopy	0	None
2012-10-08	New device may restore voice in patients with laryngeal cancer	0	None
2012-10-08	Patient navigation services can reduce dangerous delays in identification of breast cancer	0	None
2012-10-06	FMCNA urges dialysis patients to get flu shots	0	None
2012-10-06	HHS honors Children's Hospital Los Angeles for excellence in organ donation	0	None
2012-10-05	Providing no cost birth control can reduce unintended pregnancies, abortion rates in women	0	None
2012-10-05	Home hemodialysis more accessible than ever	0	None
2012-10-05	I COUGH program reduces likelihood of respiratory complications in surgical patients	0	None
2012-10-05	Type 2 diabetes screening does not appear to affect mortality rates	0	None
2012-10-05	IDIBELL, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya patent novel system to improve lung cancer diagnosis	0	None
2012-10-05	Patients with eye diseases can benefit from ArtCornea	0	5
2012-10-05	Five ACS members receive 2012 Surgical Humanitarian and Volunteerism Awards	0	None
2012-10-04	New defibrillator offers advantages for young patients with congenital heart problems	0	None
2012-10-04	Long-term survivors of hematopoietic cell transplants more likely to develop heart disease	0	None
2012-10-04	Penn researchers to begin Microbion's BisEDT gel Phase 2 trials in post-surgical orthopedic infections	0	None
2012-10-04	Biceps tenodesis hastens recovery, cuts rehabilitation time for labrum tears	0	None
2012-10-04	Certificate of Need appears to do neither for heart bypass surgery	0	None
2012-10-04	Assisted reproduction technology may increase risk of MS activity among women	0	None
2012-10-04	SpineSmith receives U.S. patent for VisuALIF lumbar interbody device	0	None
2012-10-03	Haploidentical bone marrow transplants for sickle cell disease: an interview with Dr. Javier Bolaños Meade	0	5
2012-10-03	Rising rates of obesity lead to increases in bariatric surgery	0	None
2012-10-03	NYU Langone completes robotic surgery education sessions	0	None
2012-10-03	New insights on mechanisms involved in regeneration of insulin-producing cells	0	None
2012-10-03	Water diffusion measurements with MRI could decrease false-positive breast cancer results, biopsies	0	None
2012-10-03	New positively-charged nanoparticles can be useful MRI agents to monitor transplanted islet cells	0	None
2012-10-03	Study investigates time-dependent efficacy of hUCB MNCs after experimental brain ischemia	0	None
2012-10-03	UCSF to create first implantable device for patients with kidney failure	1	None
2012-10-03	Experimental stem cell treatment improves vision in blind mice	0	None
2012-10-02	Johns Hopkins researchers develop gene-based therapy against myasthenia gravis	0	5
2012-10-02	Novel therapy shows promise in treating multiple myeloma following stem cell transplants	1	None
2012-10-02	Anemia now confirmed as risk factor for illness and even death following cardiac surgery	0	None
2012-10-02	Hip resurfacing prone to early failure	0	None
2012-10-02	Rotator cuff anchor launched by DePuy Mitek	0	None
2012-10-01	Five prominent surgeons receive Honorary Fellowship from ACS	0	None
2012-10-01	Death rates after surgery: an interview with Dr Rupert Pearse	0	None
2012-09-29	Nearly 20% of people develop PTSD symptoms after low back fusion surgery	0	None
2012-09-29	JAAD to publish Sensus Healthcare’s superficial radiotherapy study on non melanoma skin cancer	0	None
2012-09-29	Mount Sinai surgeon offers tips to prevent prostate cancer	0	None
2012-09-29	FDA approves Boston Scientific’s S-ICD system to treat sudden cardiac arrest	0	None
2012-09-29	ACS honors world-leader in robotic prostate surgery with 2012 Community Partner Award	0	None
2012-09-29	Cameron Health receives FDA approval for subcutaneous implantable defibrillator system	0	None
2012-09-29	FDA approves Globus Medical’s SECURE-C Cervical Artificial Disc	0	None
2012-09-29	Research roundup: Saving money with hospital observation units, total knee replacement rates skyrocketing, Medicare patients and antibiotic overuse	0	None
2012-09-28	Optics Express publishes new paper on smart micromanipulation aided robotic-surgical tool	0	None
2012-09-28	Most Canadians view financial incentives for deceased kidney donation to be acceptable	0	None
2012-09-28	Researchers discover way to detect and eliminate troublemaking stem cells	0	None
2012-09-28	Researchers reduce life-threatening complication of stem cell transplants in mice with leukemia	0	None
2012-09-28	Thymus tissue, iPSCS and liver cells can thrive in lymph nodes	0	None
2012-09-28	Loyola offers corrective surgeries for adults with strabismus	1	None
2012-09-28	Conditionally reprogrammed cells help identify effective therapy for HPV-positive RRP	0	None
2012-09-28	ACS, AGS issue new guidelines for pre-operative care of elderly patients	0	None
2012-09-28	Boston Scientific receives CE MARK approval for Vercise DBS to treat Parkinson's	1	None
2012-09-28	RTI Biologics donates BioSet RT Allograft Paste implants to CURE International	0	None
2012-09-28	Recovery from single-site laparoscopy is less painful for kidney cancer patients	0	None
2012-09-28	Private Healthcare Australia grants reimbursement code to IDEV’s SUPERA stent	0	None
2012-09-27	Hydroxyapatite coating on bone grafts may increase likelihood of successful implants	0	None
2012-09-27	Report illustrates safety and efficacy of transoral robotic surgery for supraglottic laryngectomy	0	None
2012-09-27	Scientists discover 12 genetic markers for ED in prostate cancer patients after radiotherapy	0	None
2012-09-27	STENTYS announces European commercial release of new Self-Apposing stent technology	0	None
2012-09-27	Stealth Therapeutics announces first implantation of Invisiport device	0	None
2012-09-27	Study finds increase in number of total knee replacements among U.S. Medicare population	0	None
2012-09-27	Loyola now offers sacral nerve stimulation for patients with fecal incontinence	0	None
2012-09-27	Henry Ford Hospital opens new Center for Cancer Surgery	0	None
2012-09-27	CTCA at Midwestern named Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence	0	None
2012-09-27	Antibiotic therapy can effectively treat acute appendicitis	0	None
2012-09-26	Dexamethasone use during tonsillectomy not associated with excessive bleeding in children	0	None
2012-09-26	High concentrations of inhaled oxygen during and after cancer surgery may increase risk of death	0	None
2012-09-26	HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer patients have more rapid and robust radiation-therapy response	0	None
2012-09-26	STAAR Surgical to participate in 88th Congress of the Society of Spanish Ophthalmologists	0	None
2012-09-26	MHI cardiologists use Montreal technology to treat atrial fibrillation	0	None
2012-09-25	UH Case Medical Center offers per-oral endoscopic myotomy for achalasia	0	None
2012-09-25	Surgical removal of prostate cancer linked to anxiety, poor sexual satisfaction and depression	0	None
2012-09-25	Study unlocks secrets in bone marrow that could lead to improved treatments for colitis, Crohn's	0	None
2012-09-24	Study reveals potential of NIR spectral imaging for intra-operative skin flap assessment	0	5
2012-09-24	Astellas seeks FDA approval for tacrolimus NDA for prophylaxis of organ rejection	0	None
2012-09-24	Ziehm Imaging offers OR tables from Stille for vascular surgery	0	None
2012-09-24	FDA clears Teleflex’s ARROW FlexBlock continuous peripheral nerve block catheter	0	None
2012-09-24	PTEN inhibitor can trigger growth of small eggs	0	1
2012-09-24	Boston Scientific receives regulatory approval to market RELIANCE 4-FRONT in Europe and Asia	0	None
2012-09-24	Even partially matched bone marrow transplants can eliminate sickle cell disease in some patients	0	5
2012-09-24	Disparities prevail in surgical management of well-differentiated thyroid cancer	0	None
2012-09-24	London-led research looks at data that shows decline in post-anaesthetic deaths	0	None
2012-09-24	No ‘July phenomenon’ for patients undergoing neurosurgery at teaching hospitals	0	None
2012-09-24	NeuroTouch system provides 3-d graphics and tactile feedback during brain cancer surgery	0	None
2012-09-24	Bilateral cochlear implants may restore binaural sound processing in the brain	0	None
2012-09-24	Radioactive iodine should only be used in treatment of some patients with papillary thyroid cancer	0	None
2012-09-21	No evidence for added benefits of spinal manipulation for acute lower back pain	0	None
2012-09-21	Adding missing protein to infertile human sperm can 'kick-start' its ability to fertilise eggs	0	None
2012-09-21	Adult stem cell therapy may benefit COPD patients	0	1
2012-09-21	Partially-matched bone marrow transplants can eliminate sickle cell disease in some patients	0	None
2012-09-21	FDA clears Smiths Medical's safety system for epidural anaesthesia injection	0	None
2012-09-21	Partially-matched bone marrow transplants can eliminate sickle cell disease in some patients	0	None
2012-09-21	Worldwide improvements in survival rates after general anesthetic	0	None
2012-09-21	Death rates after surgery found to be too optimistic	0	None
2012-09-21	N.Y. Times examines why many kidneys available for transplant are discarded	0	None
2012-09-21	Scientists describe development of tantalum nanotube materials	0	None
2012-09-21	Study of spinal injury data may help surgeons treat injured soldiers or civilians	0	None
2012-09-20	Study: 46% of living kidney transplant donor recipients are minorities	0	None
2012-09-20	New 3D endoscope at UMDNJ-The University Hospital can treat complex neurosurgical diseases	0	None
2012-09-20	Hip implants are more likely to fail in obese people due to thigh size	0	None
2012-09-20	Enrollment complete in Gamida Cell’s NiCord Phase I/II trial for hematological malignancies	0	None
2012-09-20	Study examines association of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery with weight loss, diabetes mellitus	0	None
2012-09-19	Loyola study to evaluate whether transcranial magnetic stimulation can help people with tinnitus	0	5
2012-09-19	Bariatric surgery reduces long-term risk of diabetes by over 80 % among people with obesity	0	None
2012-09-19	FDA clears Aptus’ HeliFX Aortic Securement System	0	None
2012-09-19	Tranexamic acid: an interview with Prof Ian Roberts	0	None
2012-09-18	Cedars-Sinai symposium to discuss latest findings on stem cell treatments for diabetes, eye diseases	0	None
2012-09-18	EmbryoScope Time-lapse system identifies abnormal development events in embryos	0	None
2012-09-18	Apixaban offers minor added benefit for adult patients after hip replacement	0	None
2012-09-18	Bariatric surgery reduces long-term risk of diabetes by over 80% among people with obesity	0	None
2012-09-18	Cognitive training helps to significantly reduce coronary bypass postoperative complications	0	None
2012-09-18	Sentara Heart Hospital performs first innovative Atrial Fibrillation procedure	0	None
2012-09-17	New test to assess viral load of cytomegalovirus	0	None
2012-09-15	Alzheimer's pathology might be increased in patients after surgery and anesthesia	0	None
2012-09-15	Biocompatibles, Philips to develop new treatment protocol for trans-arterial embolization	0	None
2012-09-15	Study compares transcrestal techniques for maxillary sinus floor elevation	0	None
2012-09-15	CBH first hospital in Central Kentucky to perform transcatheter aortic valve replacement	0	None
2012-09-14	Three Penn State scientists receive Golden Goose Award for pioneering research	0	None
2012-09-14	Study examines link between SES and access to lung transplantation in adult CF patients	0	None
2012-09-13	Geisinger Health System acquires Renaissance from Mazor Robotics	0	None
2012-09-13	Four new studies on the treatment of early breast cancer	0	None
2012-09-13	University of Maryland study findings advance navel nephrectomy as standard of care	0	None
2012-09-13	Resuscitation after cardiac arrest: an interview with Zach Goldberger	0	None
2012-09-13	AtriCure receives FDA approval for surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation	0	None
2012-09-13	Potentially worrisome weight gains following tonsillectomy occur mostly in children under 6	0	None
2012-09-12	Serious gaming can enhance surgical skills	0	5
2012-09-12	Ethnicity, race affect likelihood of finding suitable unrelated stem cell donors for cancer patients	0	None
2012-09-12	HSS receives NFL grant for research into platelet-rich plasma and stem cells	0	None
2012-09-12	New model reveals how immune system functions under conditions of neutropenia	0	None
2012-09-11	FDA clears Covidien’s LigaSure technology for ENT procedures	0	None
2012-09-11	DATATRAK announces technology and services agreement with Bellicum	0	None
2012-09-11	CHLA, House Research Institute and University of Verona to advance ABI use in children	0	None
2012-09-11	Blood flow simulation tools can test and optimize Berlin Heart design	0	None
2012-09-11	Pediatric pain: An interview with Lori Kozlowski	0	5
2012-09-11	MicroRNA-145 gene therapy can drastically reduce severity and progression of atherosclerosis	0	None
2012-09-11	Cardiac stem cells from newborns show stronger regenerative ability	0	None
2012-09-10	More patients gain weight after joint replacement surgery	1	None
2012-09-10	Florida Hospital Tampa adopts FDA approved Trevo Pro Clot Retriever	0	None
2012-09-10	Women at increased risk of adverse outcomes after surgery for moyamoya disease	0	None
2012-09-10	Concussion: an interview with Dr Rob Reid	0	None
2012-09-10	Novel surgical technique removes invasive facial tumor, recreates functional lower jaw and mouth	0	None
2012-09-10	Tight blood sugar control does not benefit pediatric patients undergoing heart surgery	0	None
2012-09-10	Cedars-Sinai receives CIRM grant to continue study of stem cell therapy for heart disease	0	None
2012-09-10	UC Irvine receives CIRM grant to advance stem cell-based treatments for AD, retinitis pigmentosa	5	3.5
2012-09-07	Clemson’s bioengineering senior design team wins NCIIA BMEStart competition for AssureFit	0	None
2012-09-07	Biopsies may misdiagnose eosinophilic esophagitis	0	None
2012-09-07	Married patients with locally advanced lung cancer likely to survive longer after treatment	0	None
2012-09-07	Capsules: Study: Decision aids show promise in reducing medical procedures	0	None
2012-09-07	People with kidney stones more likely to need dialysis or transplant later in life	0	None
2012-09-07	PCI after lung cancer treatment reduces risk of brain metastases in stage III NSCLC patients	0	None
2012-09-07	Study finds excellent outcomes for patients with acute liver failure after LDLT	0	None
2012-09-07	Race, marital status can impact survival rates of patients with Stage III non-small cell lung cancer	0	None
2012-09-07	Q Therapeutics licenses Neuralstem's Spinal Cord Delivery Platform and Floating Cannula	0	None
2012-09-06	Estech introduces COBRA Fusion ablation system	0	None
2012-09-06	Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals performs 500th Whipple procedure	0	None
2012-09-06	Antibiotics: facts and fictions: an interview with Dr Philippa Binns, clinical adviser at NPS MedicineWise	0	4.7
2012-09-06	Chemotherapy increases risk of mild cognitive deficits in breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-09-06	Patients at hospitals with longer resuscitation attempts have higher survival rates	0	None
2012-09-06	Study sheds new light on why most bone marrow transplant patients suffer acute GVHD	0	None
2012-09-06	Endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms has low rate of complications	0	None
2012-09-05	European regulators approve Surefire Infusion System for chemo- and radioembolization procedures	0	None
2012-09-05	Longer resuscitation could be beneficial after in-hospital cardiac arrest	0	None
2012-09-05	OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System for creating corneal incisions receives FDA 510(k) clearance	0	None
2012-09-03	VIDA releases Apollo 1.2 SaaS for endobronchial emphysema treatment	0	None
2012-09-03	ImThera Medical announces results from targeted hypoglossal neurostimulation study on OSA	0	None
2012-09-03	Gene therapy approach restores ability to smell in mouse model of congenital anosmia	1	None
2012-09-03	Scientists restore sense of smell in mice through gene therapy	0	None
2012-09-01	Nurses, midwives can safely perform abortions, review of evidence suggests	0	None
2012-09-01	Justice department asks for review of questionable defibrillator surgeries	0	None
2012-09-01	Targeted intervention improves safety of MRI scans for children with sickle cell disease	0	None
2012-09-01	Some smaller clots may not require potentially risky treatment	0	None
2012-09-01	UI Hospital surgeons perform first robotic-assisted kidney transplant and sleeve gastrectomy	0	None
2012-09-01	Study assesses post-coronary artery bypass graft surgery atrial fibrillation and long-term survival	0	None
2012-09-01	Stanford engineers demonstrate feasibility of super-small, implantable cardiac device	0	None
2012-08-31	The safety of trainee surgeons: an interview with Prof Calvin Coffey	0	4
2012-08-31	Non-pain-related factors predict long-term opioid use after surgery	0	None
2012-08-31	Renal artery stent revascularization reduces blood pressure in patients with severe hypertension	0	5
2012-08-31	New antibacterial coating on surgical sutures effectively reduces infections	0	None
2012-08-30	Removing entire pancreas does not result in unmanageable diabetes in patients with cancer	0	4
2012-08-30	EHRA White Book reports on current status of arrhythmia treatments in 54 ESC member countries	0	None
2012-08-30	Octogenarians have better survival rates following heart valve surgery	0	None
2012-08-30	Heart Rhythm Society, ECAS and EHRA develop 2012 expert consensus statement on AF ablation	0	None
2012-08-29	Study finds decline in 30-day mortality of acute myocardial infarction with improved treatment	0	None
2012-08-29	Omitting aspirin leads to less bleedings but does not increase risk of stent thrombosis, MI	0	None
2012-08-29	Anova Cancer Care to participate in CyberKnife research study	0	None
2012-08-29	Deep-brain stimulation may stop uncontrollable shaking in patients with Parkinson's	0	None
2012-08-29	Novelos expects to submit CLR1502 IND with FDA for non-invasive tumor imaging	0	None
2012-08-29	FFR-guided PCI plus medical therapy reduce need for urgent revascularization in CAD patients	0	None
2012-08-29	Catheter ablation for Afib is safe and suppresses arrhythmia recurrences	0	None
2012-08-29	Ultra-fast 320-detector CT scanner can accurately diagnose arterial blockages	0	None
2012-08-29	St. Jude’s EnligHTN renal denervation system safe and effective in treating resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-08-28	Study raises cautionary note about preferential use of endovascular technique for ruptured AAA	0	None
2012-08-28	Transcatheter renal denervation reduces blood pressure in real world patients	0	None
2012-08-28	Heart healthy lifestyle could avoid up to 400 cardiac events and 200 deaths in Swedish PCI patients	0	None
2012-08-28	Global platelet reactivity effectively identifies ACS patients at high risk of ischemic events	0	None
2012-08-28	Rural and urban areas equally likely to receive endovascular aneurysm repair care	0	None
2012-08-28	American Academy of Pediatrics says circumcision benefits outweigh risks	2	None
2012-08-28	Major decline in early mortality for STEMI patients: French registries	0	None
2012-08-28	Positive results from CardioKinetix’s Parachute device clinical trial on ischemic heart failure	0	None
2012-08-28	Renal denervation regenerates blood vessels and could reduce cardiovascular events	0	None
2012-08-28	Patients with severe aortic stenosis can profit from TAVI procedure	0	None
2012-08-28	Researchers develop glue mixture that may reduce risks after laser vision correction surgery	0	None
2012-08-28	Postoperative complications lead to hospital readmissions among general surgery patients	0	None
2012-08-28	Spinal cord stimulation could become novel treatment option for heart failure	0	None
2012-08-28	Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation and partners applaud Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day	0	None
2012-08-28	Personalized antiplatelet treatment leads to better outcomes in patients undergoing PCI	0	None
2012-08-28	Leg compressions after stroke appear to trigger natural protective mechanisms that reduce damage	0	None
2012-08-28	America Stem Cell commences ASC-101 Phase I/II study in hematologic malignancies	0	None
2012-08-27	Blockade Medical's Barricade Coil System successfully treats patients with aneurysms	0	None
2012-08-27	Women with severe aortic stenosis less likely to die following TAVI	0	None
2012-08-27	Diaverum plans to increase peritoneal dialysis use among patients with ESRD	0	None
2012-08-27	Renal denervation leads to better outcomes than standard drug treatment in patients with AHF	0	None
2012-08-27	Regulating microbes could help prevent diseases associated with obesity	0	None
2012-08-27	Renal denervation improves depression, QOL and stress in patients with resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-08-27	Renal denervation safe and effective in patients with treatment resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-08-27	New blood test can predict which heart failure patients would benefit from ICDs	0	None
2012-08-26	Creighton University research to improve patient care and outcomes in CAD treatment	0	None
2012-08-26	Parachute device improves outcomes in patients with ischemic heart failure	0	None
2012-08-24	State Senator honors UCLA lung transplant doctors during special ceremony	1	None
2012-08-24	Pre-emptive therapy better than valacyclovir prophylaxis in treating CMV in transplant recipients	0	None
2012-08-24	Racial differences persist in prostate cancer surgical care	0	None
2012-08-24	AcelRx commences third ARX-01 Phase 3 study in post-operative pain	0	None
2012-08-23	Agenda now available for Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics symposium	0	None
2012-08-23	'ESASO Course Series’ for ophthalmologists	0	None
2012-08-23	Diabetes risk may be higher in childhood cancer survivors who received radiotherapy	0	None
2012-08-23	Blood clotting treatment algorithms help decrease transfusion requirements in cardiac surgery patients	0	None
2012-08-22	Trainee surgeons in operations is safe according to new study	0	None
2012-08-22	ASPS launches campaign to educate women about available breast reconstruction options	0	None
2012-08-22	Chemotherapy during pregnancy: an interview with Professor Sibylle Loibl	0	5
2012-08-22	Radiation therapy alone no longer the best choice for early follicular lymphoma	0	None
2012-08-22	Study: Declining rates of circumcisions among infants could drive up health care costs	0	None
2012-08-22	Clinical trial to test whether fecal transplantation is effective in treating relapsing C. difficile	1	None
2012-08-22	Arteriocyte receives NIH grant for use of NANEX platform in bone marrow transplant	0	None
2012-08-22	Endovascular brachytherapy may safely and effectively treat femoropopliteal in-stent stenosis	0	None
2012-08-22	Research explores impact of radiotherapy in older women with low risk of breast cancer recurrence	0	None
2012-08-22	FDA clears Covalon’s SurgiClear antimicrobial silicone adhesive film dressing	0	None
2012-08-21	Innovative Therapies forum focuses on topics across wound care settings, surgical disciplines	0	None
2012-08-21	HemoSep device significantly reduces need for blood transfusions during major surgeries	0	None
2012-08-21	Declining rates of circumcision in US infant males could add billions to health care costs	3	None
2012-08-21	Bonovo’s first PEEK lateral interbody fusion cage now available in China	0	None
2012-08-21	Children's Medical Center to broadcast two corrective bladder surgeries live on the internet	0	None
2012-08-21	Portable Micro-Plasma Device may help repair skin after laser surgery	0	None
2012-08-21	Studies raise possibility of new DBS approaches to treat obesity	0	None
2012-08-21	Acupuncture could save treatment costs and offer viable alternative to knee replacement surgery	0	None
2012-08-20	FDA approves InSightec's ExAblate Neuro system clinical trial for tremor dominant Parkinson's Disease	0	5
2012-08-20	Abbott's XIENCE Xpedition Everolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System receives CE Mark in Europe	0	None
2012-08-20	GORE Hybrid Vascular Graft receives CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-08-18	Data from new survey shows wide variation in access to primary PCI	0	None
2012-08-18	Bariatric surgery improves overall quality of life for people with obesity	0	1
2012-08-18	AHCA approves Cleveland Clinic Florida applications for heart, liver and kidney transplant services	0	None
2012-08-18	New patient survey shows improved quality of decisions about herniated disc surgery	0	None
2012-08-17	Diabetes Research Institute to receive JDRF-HCT grant for islet encapsulation study	0	None
2012-08-17	Researchers identify molecular and protein signatures that predict HCV virus-induced liver injury	0	None
2012-08-17	Johns Hopkins undergraduates invent disposable suturing tool	0	None
2012-08-16	Pregnant women who undergo chemotherapy do not appear to increase their baby’s risk of complications	0	None
2012-08-16	Surgeons perform two TAVR procedures at Toledo Hospital	0	None
2012-08-16	U.S. FDA warns of post-surgery codeine deaths in children	0	None
2012-08-16	Radiosensitivity molecular signature can lead to better radiation therapy decisions for breast cancer	0	None
2012-08-16	Malignant mesothelioma diagnosis with an E-nose: an interview with Associate Professor Deborah Yates, UNSW	0	None
2012-08-16	UCLA performs first transcatheter aortic valve replacement using new device	0	None
2012-08-16	Technion researchers build pancreatic tissue with insulin-secreting cells to treat diabetes	0	None
2012-08-16	Cancer patients with xerostomia can benefit from regenerative research	0	None
2012-08-15	Deep brain stimulation has important role in treating severe Tourette’s	0	None
2012-08-15	Nonsurgical circumcision device for adults to be tested in Africa	0	None
2012-08-15	PPMC earns Gold Seal of Approval for hip and knee joint replacement services	0	None
2012-08-15	Early stage breast cancer in older women: an interview with Dr. Benjamin Smith	0	None
2012-08-15	Trial to test efficacy of NeuRx Diaphragm Pacing System in people with Lou Gehrig's disease	0	None
2012-08-15	Neurostimulator a significant step in treating sleep apnea	1	None
2012-08-13	Radiation therapy following lumpectomy may benefit older, early-stage breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-08-13	Radiation after lumpectomy helps prevent need for subsequent mastectomy in older women with early stage breast cancer	0	None
2012-08-12	Guidebook for surgeons dealing with head and neck neoplasms	0	None
2012-08-10	Fat transfers may benefit patients after breast reconstructive surgery	0	None
2012-08-10	New technology for healthcare based on aviation security system	0	None
2012-08-09	Organ donation: an interview with David Shaw	0	2
2012-08-09	Herceptin® could potentially be delivered via a standard injection	0	None
2012-08-09	Study identifies a switch in cells that may help to kill tumors with heat	0	None
2012-08-09	Berlin Heart EXCOR Pediatric Ventricular Assist Device proves effective and life-saving	0	None
2012-08-09	FDA approves Codman’s MEDSTREAM Programmable Infusion System	1	None
2012-08-08	Omeros completes enrollment in first of two OMS103HP Phase 3 meniscectomy trials	0	None
2012-08-08	HCRI announces successful completion of randomization in DAPT Study	0	None
2012-08-08	HCA faces scrutiny about medical necessity of some cardiac procedures done at some hospitals	0	None
2012-08-08	Organ donation wishes should not be allowed to be vetoed by families says ethicist	0	None
2012-08-08	Risk of arteriovenous malformation bleeding is eight times higher during pregnancy	0	5
2012-08-07	NYUCN professor to investigate efficacy of Acu/Moxa in managing irritable bowel syndrome	0	None
2012-08-07	Mass. reform increases access to hospital care in vulnerable groups	0	None
2012-08-07	Link between cardiac catheterizations and risk of stroke	0	None
2012-08-06	Wellcome Trust grants £1.6 million Translation Award for development of more effective radiotherapy	0	None
2012-08-06	Death risk increases with 'excessive' CABG surgery waiting times	0	None
2012-08-06	Planned cesarean delivery for breech births associated with significantly lower neonatal mortality	0	None
2012-08-06	FDA grants 510(k) clearance to VICTUS Femtosecond Laser Platform	0	None
2012-08-06	Medication reconciliation in hospitals: an interview with Dr. Leonard Feldman	0	None
2012-08-06	Vitamin E total knee replacement performed at Tri-City Medical Center	1	None
2012-08-06	Prior contralateral amputation predicts outcomes after LEB for critical limb ischemia	0	None
2012-08-06	Researchers make major advance in efforts to regenerate damaged hearts	0	None
2012-08-06	Novartis, Penn partner to study and commercialize novel cellular immunotherapies for cancer	0	None
2012-08-06	Human HLA genes are evolving much more rapidly than previously thought	0	5
2012-08-03	Risky prenatal use of steroid to prevent intersex, tomboys and lesbians	0	None
2012-08-03	Giving antibiotics just before cesarean section prevents infections	0	None
2012-08-03	Study investigates standard practices for insertion and management of urinary catheters	0	None
2012-08-03	Survey results of adoption and implementation of therapeutic hypothermia in hospitals	0	None
2012-08-03	Intraluminal protection device outperforms negative-pressure split septum IV connector	0	None
2012-08-03	Mammography oversold by breast cancer charity	0	None
2012-08-03	UI Hospital implants NeuRx Diaphragm Pacing System in a patient with ALS	0	None
2012-08-02	Researchers report one-third cut in the rate of lethal SSIs after colorectal operations	0	None
2012-08-02	Most incidences of shoulder joint instability are due to traumatic contact injuries	0	None
2012-08-02	Cataract surgery reduces rate of fractures in older patients with vision loss	0	None
2012-08-01	Endoscopic vein-graft harvesting technique safe for CABG surgery	0	None
2012-08-01	Researchers develop bioactive coating that actively suppresses brain's immune response	0	None
2012-08-01	Miami Project to Cure Paralysis receives FDA permission to begin Phase 1 trial	1	None
2012-08-01	Pediatric liver transplant recipients have increased risk of death when from obese donors	0	None
2012-08-01	Older Medicare patients have reduced risk of hip fracture following cataract surgery	0	None
2012-08-01	Minimally invasive approach during coronary artery bypass grafting surgery is safe and effective	0	None
2012-08-01	Study aims to raise awareness of nerve transfer surgery among health care providers	0	None
2012-08-01	IL-10 may improve success rates of skin autografts	0	None
2012-07-31	GE Healthcare, Intermountain partner to help reduce radiation dose in CT procedures by 50%	0	None
2012-07-31	InSite Vision commences enrollment in BromSite Phase 3 clinical trial	0	None
2012-07-31	Bloomberg Businessweek examines debate surrounding circumcision	0	None
2012-07-31	Stem cell therapy holds promise for craniofacial bone repair	0	None
2012-07-31	Researchers identify link between complete kidney removal and erectile dysfunction	0	None
2012-07-30	Bathroom scale performs electrocardiograms	0	None
2012-07-30	Grant provides funding for i.v.STATION Robot at Mangiagalli Clinic	0	None
2012-07-30	Promising implications for improving cellular immunotherapy for treatment of cancer	0	None
2012-07-30	Dosimetry data from SalutarisMD episcleral brachytherapy device clinical study on wet AMD	0	None
2012-07-30	Combined approach reduces SSIs by 33% in patients after colorectal procedures	0	None
2012-07-30	Ansell introduces GAMMEX Non-Latex Accelerator-Free Sensitive surgical glove with SENSOPRENE	0	None
2012-07-30	Patients with plantar fasciitis experience less pain and improved QOL after standard radiation therapy	0	None
2012-07-30	Scientists discover new way to combat post-surgical scarring for glaucoma patients	0	None
2012-07-30	Cedars-Sinai to develop stem cell treatments for patients with ALS	0	None
2012-07-28	U of U researchers to develop new prosthetic device for veterans with limb amputations	0	None
2012-07-28	Five physicians receive ASTRO research grants to promote advancement of radiation therapy	0	None
2012-07-27	Ketamine doesn't improve response to ECT for severe depression	0	None
2012-07-27	MEG-MRI combined device for mapping the human brain	0	None
2012-07-27	Orthognathic surgery requires a balancing act in anesthetic technique	0	None
2012-07-27	Bone marrow transplant eradicates traces of HIV in men	0	None
2012-07-27	Treatment with robotic surgery offers dramatic benefit for people with head and neck cancer	0	None
2012-07-26	Study highlights advantages of Baxano's iO-Flex system in performing lumbar spinal decompression	0	None
2012-07-26	Researchers decipher function of β-catenin in generating blood tissue stem cells	0	None
2012-07-26	Child who received first stem cell trachea transplant functioning well two years on	0	None
2012-07-26	Study finds disparities in the assessment of patients for kidney transplant	1	None
2012-07-26	Studies look at surgical site infections and hyperglycemia	0	None
2012-07-25	Increased distribution of neurosurgeons may reduce risk of motor vehicle accident-related deaths	0	None
2012-07-25	New cell regeneration method uses gene therapy to repair bone tissue	0	5
2012-07-25	Study uses photodynamic therapy to ablate cardiac myocytes responsible for arrhythmias	0	None
2012-07-25	Malaria misdiagnosis in parts of Asia	0	None
2012-07-25	New tool uses fluorescence to distinguish cancerous tissue from normal one in low-grade tumors	0	None
2012-07-25	Giving patients a new immune system can cure Crohn's disease	0	None
2012-07-25	Colonoscopy with polypectomy decreases colorectal cancer incidence and mortality	0	None
2012-07-24	Jersey Shore continues to provide outstanding cardiac surgery services	0	None
2012-07-24	Blood flow in blocked arteries to extremities improved by new angioplasty procedure	0	4
2012-07-24	OncoSec announces data from two Phase III trials of OMS ElectroChemotherapy for SCCHN	0	None
2012-07-24	Endoscopy, better tissue sampling required to improve care for patients with oesophageal cancer	0	None
2012-07-24	Study represents new use of bone marrow transplantation	0	None
2012-07-23	InnerSpace Neuro introduces new Tunneled Ventricular Catheter for TBI	0	None
2012-07-23	Berg Pharma initiates BPM 31543 clinical trial for chemotherapy-induced alopecia	0	None
2012-07-23	Positive results from BrainStorm's interim NurOwn stem cell therapy clinical trial for ALS	7	None
2012-07-23	Noted philanthropist to launch mobile eye clinic in North India	0	5
2012-07-21	Many patients may benefit from day 5 embryo biopsy	0	None
2012-07-21	Axial lumbar interbody fusion for two spinal levels may not be effective	0	None
2012-07-20	Montefiore physician to develop tablet computer app for children with cochlear implants	0	3.7
2012-07-20	Low serum albumin associated with higher risk of graft failure in pediatric kidney transplants	0	None
2012-07-20	Sanquin, Baxter enter manufacturing services agreement for plasma therapies	0	None
2012-07-20	Editors of Writer's Web Watch honor Aesthetic Surgery Journal with APEX Award	0	None
2012-07-20	T2Hemostasis provides reliable and rapid results when compared to conventional systems	0	None
2012-07-20	Studies report on therapeutic efficacy of stem cell transplantation in animal models of ALS, SCI	0	None
2012-07-20	Baptist Cardiac & Vascular Institute offers new TAVR procedure for patients with aortic stenosis	0	None
2012-07-20	TLC announces first Laser Cataract Surgeries to be performed in Canada	0	None
2012-07-20	Blockade Medical’s Barricade Coil System receives CE Mark	0	None
2012-07-19	Primcogent Solutions introduces low level laser therapy for onychomycosis	0	None
2012-07-19	U.S. faces problems tracking cadaver tissue donation	0	None
2012-07-19	Study confirms safety and feasibility of optical coherence tomography in carotid arteries	0	None
2012-07-19	Book details minimum recommended guidelines for radiation oncology practices	0	None
2012-07-19	New procedure can shut down irregular heart rhythms	0	None
2012-07-18	Jade, BioTime sign exclusive sublicense and supply agreement for HyStem	0	None
2012-07-18	Smoking, hepatitis and liver transplantation: An interview with Dr Peter Ghali	0	4
2012-07-17	Ferring Pharmaceuticals receives FDA approval for new colon-cleansing drug	0	None
2012-07-17	UCLA introduces digital and mobile technology to make more effective neurosurgical training	0	None
2012-07-17	VHVI now offers new minimally invasive, catheter-based approach to dissolve pulmonary embolism	0	None
2012-07-17	Introducing missing gene could help extend lives of patients with SMA	0	None
2012-07-17	U.S. FDA clears Mazor Robotics’ Renaissance platform	0	None
2012-07-17	Pulsed-dye laser tool improves appearance, texture and elasticity of burn scars	0	None
2012-07-16	FDA clears TMI’s Glider PTCA balloon catheter	0	None
2012-07-16	St. Joseph Hospital initiates enrollment in Medtronic’s SYMPLICITY HTN-3 trial for hypertension	0	None
2012-07-16	New surgical technique may repair common, painful hip condition in elite athletes	0	None
2012-07-16	Novel way to monitor real-time chemical changes in brains of patients undergoing DBS	0	None
2012-07-16	PRP therapy safe and effective method of treatment for athletes with cartilage tears	0	None
2012-07-16	Patients undergoing repeat ACL surgery are unlikely to return to prior activity levels	0	None
2012-07-16	Rehabilitation after rotator cuff surgery may be partially to blame for high rates of failed healing	0	None
2012-07-14	Study shows little connection between onset of OA and single or double bundle surgery	0	None
2012-07-14	New noninvasive imaging technique may help detect heart transplant rejection in children	0	None
2012-07-14	Health risks of egg donation for young females	0	None
2012-07-14	AHA statement addresses varied cardiac evaluation and management of transplant patients	0	None
2012-07-13	Study demonstrates superiority of AE technique for ACL reconstruction in children	0	None
2012-07-13	Preventable hospital deaths: around 12,000 in England each year	0	None
2012-07-13	Breast cancer patients who undergo breast conserving surgery often have a reoperation	0	None
2012-07-12	Smokers at risk for recurrent hepatitis post-liver transplantation	0	None
2012-07-12	Pressure Point develops 72 hour low-cost dermal device to effectively reduce PONV	0	None
2012-07-12	Maraviroc reduces incidence of GvHD in blood cancer patients after bone marrow transplantation	0	None
2012-07-12	Scientists capture high-quality images of immune cell trafficking in a beating heart	0	None
2012-07-12	Manipulating retinal recipient microenvironment impacts photoreceptor cell transplantation	0	None
2012-07-12	Nonsurgical treatment may be more beneficial for baseball players with SLAP tears	0	None
2012-07-12	Eschar-derived cells may be used for tissue engineering	0	None
2012-07-12	Effective therapies to reduce perioperative morbidity and mortality remain elusive	0	None
2012-07-11	BWH performs New England's first implant of SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart	0	None
2012-07-11	Enrollment complete in Terumo's MISAGO Self-expanding Stent trial	0	None
2012-07-11	Chemotherapy improves survival for patients with periampullary cancer following resection	0	None
2012-07-11	Euthanasia and assisted suicide rates in the Netherlands comparable to rates before legalisation	0	None
2012-07-11	Study investigates effect of SwabCap in catheter maintenance bundle	0	None
2012-07-10	K2M expands biologics portfolio	0	5
2012-07-10	New blood sugar monitor works better than conventional methods	0	None
2012-07-10	Vertebroplasty can benefit patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures	0	None
2012-07-10	PENTAX Medical introduces EG-3270UK endoscope	0	None
2012-07-10	Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery induces changes in the gut microbiota	0	None
2012-07-10	UTSMC could play key role in operating a proton therapy center for North Texas	0	None
2012-07-09	Special surface coating for stents to keep them in place	0	None
2012-07-09	BioView, ScreenCell enter collaboration agreement for imaging of CTC	0	None
2012-07-09	Stroke Telemedicine: An interview with Séamus Watson	0	5
2012-07-09	Cook Medical receives FDA clearance for Evolution Colonic Controlled-Release Stent	0	None
2012-07-09	Novel system to treat hair loss receives CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-07-09	Spacelabs receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Blease900 Ventilator	0	None
2012-07-09	ReDent Nova reaches new global agreement with Henry Schein	0	None
2012-07-09	FDA approves Capricor’s IND application for myocardial infarction study	0	None
2012-07-09	Sectioning of bone as a specialist histology specimen	0	None
2012-07-09	Novel gene therapy approach may treat dysferlinopathies	0	None
2012-07-07	Robot assists in complex uro surgery for pediatric patient	0	None
2012-07-07	Cystic fibrosis patient receives generous 'gift of life'	0	None
2012-07-07	Safe optimal concentration of propolis against radiation-induced damage	0	None
2012-07-06	NYU Langone completes first year of robotic mitral valve repair program	0	None
2012-07-06	Simulated training improves performance of surgical residents in OR	0	None
2012-07-06	NewYork-Presbyterian/WCMC first in N.Y. City to offer INTRABEAM radiotherapy	0	None
2012-07-06	New class of injectable materials can stimulate tissue regeneration	0	None
2012-07-06	First robot-assisted distal pancreatectomy performed at TJUH	0	None
2012-07-06	Roche receives FDA approval for CMV viral load test	0	None
2012-07-06	Obesity increases risk of AKI following cardiac surgery	0	None
2012-07-06	Paralympic medicine: challenges and rewards	0	None
2012-07-06	Aneurysm rescreening for high risk men should be considered	0	None
2012-07-05	Preventing post-operative delirium may improve recovery of cognitive ability in cardiac patients	0	None
2012-07-05	Single dose breast cancer treatment helps forego 6-7 week radiation regimen	0	None
2012-07-04	Vitrolife's EmbryoGlue medium increases implantation and pregnancy rates	0	None
2012-07-04	Italy's first successful pregnancy and delivery following transplantation of ovarian tissue	0	None
2012-07-04	SET policy reduces risk of perinatal mortality in IVF and ICSI infants	0	None
2012-07-04	High coffee consumption appears to reduce clinical pregnancy rate by 50%	0	None
2012-07-04	FDA approves Abbott’s Healon EndoCoat OVD device	0	None
2012-07-03	PGD for breast cancer genes BRCA1/2 is now feasible	0	None
2012-07-03	Researchers report positive effects of ibuprofen on bone repair after fracture or surgery	0	None
2012-07-03	Surgeons with their own views perform quick and accurate laparoscopic procedure	0	None
2012-07-03	Women with higher intake of dietary saturated fats have fewer mature oocytes available for IVF	0	None
2012-07-03	Wright Medical launches ORTHOLOC 3Di Plating System for foot and ankle surgery	0	None
2012-07-02	'Adaptive' clinical trials now being planned at U-M, other sites	0	None
2012-07-02	Transcranial direct current stimulation can enhance outcome of swallowing therapy for post-stroke dysphagia	0	None
2012-07-02	Teleflex PICC receives FDA 510(k) clearance for central venous pressure monitoring	0	None
2012-07-02	Safer alternative to experimental gene therapy against HIV infection	0	None
2012-07-02	European collaboration to design a biomimetic bioartificial liver	0	None
2012-07-02	Study reinforces CT colonography as a viable option for Medicare-aged patients	0	None
2012-07-02	New volumetric functional MRI scan figures out beneficiaries of chemotherapy in liver cancer patients	0	None
2012-06-30	Under-performance of small bowel biopsy a major reason behind underdiagnosis of celiac disease	0	None
2012-06-30	Textile cooling pads to prevent neurological damage after successful resuscitation	0	None
2012-06-30	Shorter regimen of radiotherapy safe for noninvasive breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-06-30	Rate of small bowel biopsy is low in the U.S.	1	None
2012-06-29	UCSD surgeon first in the U.S. to implant new FDA-approved LINX for GERD	0	None
2012-06-29	Ovarian grafts can produce hormones for more than 7 years	0	None
2012-06-29	Massive study outlines success for assisted reproductive technology	0	None
2012-06-29	Brolex announces C SAFE medical device now in distribution channels globally	0	None
2012-06-29	Benefits of complementary and alternative medicine for back pain	0	None
2012-06-29	Senior citizens report fewer visual impairment problems than their counterparts	0	None
2012-06-29	FSS’ FlexStent Iliac system receives CE Mark	0	None
2012-06-28	UCLA Heart Transplant Program performs 2,000th heart transplant surgery	0	None
2012-06-28	UI Health first in the Midwest to offer LenSx femtosecond laser for cataract patients	0	None
2012-06-28	Prevalence of significant CAD in patients with chest pain symptoms is lower than expected in Europe	0	None
2012-06-28	Scientists transplant stem cells from patients with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy into mice	0	None
2012-06-28	Pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma can be treated without radiation and intensive chemotherapy	0	None
2012-06-28	Scientists reverse diabetes in mice using stem cells	0	None
2012-06-27	Implantable sensor technology and cartilage scaffolding systems for bone and joint repair	0	None
2012-06-27	Obese patients with appendix less likely to have complications after minimally invasive procedure	0	None
2012-06-27	Patient registry yields new data that is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment of FMD	0	None
2012-06-27	Jin Shin Jyutsu improves side effects of cancer treatment	0	None
2012-06-27	New approach improves survival in patients with inoperable complex pancreatic adenocarcinoma	0	None
2012-06-27	SIR/TAC combination more effective in preventing GVHD after allogeneic blood cell transplantation	0	None
2012-06-27	ESCs and iPSCs demonstrate similar survival and neural differentiation capabilities	0	None
2012-06-27	New video article describes novel procedure that can monitor brain function	0	None
2012-06-27	RXi Pharmaceuticals initiates RXI-109 Phase 1 trial to reduce surgical scars	0	None
2012-06-27	HemoGenix receives first Master File Number from FDA CBER for HALO-96 PQR	0	1
2012-06-26	MRI scans determine whether chemotherapy is working long before tumors shrink	0	None
2012-06-26	World-renowned pediatric cardiac surgeon performs 10,000th milestone operation	0	None
2012-06-26	Most adolescents undergoing evaluation for bariatric surgery are deficient in vitamin D	0	None
2012-06-26	Clinical trial to examine functional benefits of combined therapy against stroke	0	None
2012-06-26	Targeted delivery of therapeutic gene can effectively treat Pompe disease	0	5
2012-06-26	Glaukos receives FDA approval for iStent Trabecular Micro-Bypass Stent System	0	None
2012-06-26	LLUMC suggests check list with six key attributes for successful proton therapy treatment	0	5
2012-06-26	Amgen launches Chemotherapy: Myths or Facts campaign for cancer patients	1	None
2012-06-26	Type 2 diabetes often reverses after modified weight loss surgery	0	None
2012-06-26	Clinical study to examine retrograde tibiopedal interventional approach for CLI	0	None
2012-06-25	Enrollment commences in Stealth Peptides' Bendavia Phase II clinical study for acute STEMI	0	None
2012-06-25	New test can identify low-risk thyroid nodules and reduce unnecessary surgeries	0	None
2012-06-25	Afirma gene expression test can reduce unnecessary thyroid cancer surgeries	0	None
2012-06-25	Early gastric bypass surgery improves durability of remission of Type 2 diabetes	0	None
2012-06-25	Mount Sinai offers transoral robotic surgery for sleep apnea treatment	1	None
2012-06-25	NIH awards Sirnaomics SBIR grant for developing STP705 siRNA wound healing product	0	None
2012-06-25	Cell-free, biodegradable artery graft improves coronary artery bypass surgeries	0	None
2012-06-23	GI Dynamics announces clinical data about EndoBarrier Therapy at ASMBS meeting	0	None
2012-06-23	GMCSF linked with rapid cognitive recovery in patients with cancer	0	None
2012-06-23	Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery can increase risk of alcohol-use disorders	0	None
2012-06-23	Scientists recommend new type of therapeutic approach to dementia	0	None
2012-06-23	CARHY announces comprehensive hematopoietic stem cell transplant service	1	None
2012-06-23	AIO first in the Pittsburgh area to offer laser surgery for cataract removal	0	None
2012-06-23	Natural language processing programs can help measure colonoscopy quality	0	None
2012-06-23	Wake Forest Baptist researchers achieve early milestone in lab-engineered kidney project	0	None
2012-06-23	FDA advisory panel issues positive opinion for Dune's MarginProbe System	0	3
2012-06-22	ATS task force recommends annual lung cancer screening using LDCT	0	None
2012-06-22	Structured exercise programmes benefit lung transplant patients	0	None
2012-06-22	North Shore-LIJ installs new imaging technology that uses lower radiation doses for CT scans	0	None
2012-06-22	Mid-urethral sling may reduce risk of urinary incontinence after surgery	0	None
2012-06-22	Iroko announces results from diclofenac Phase 3 study on post-surgical pain	0	None
2012-06-22	DBS can improve muscle symptoms in patients with Parkinson's	0	None
2012-06-21	Midurethral slings can prevent pre-operative urinary incontinence in women with vaginal prolapse	0	None
2012-06-21	Gracilis muscle flap an effective treatment for facial paralysis in patients with NF2	1	None
2012-06-21	First study to demonstrate long-term and sustained cardiac benefit for patients after gastric bypass	0	None
2012-06-21	Largest study to examine impact of gastric sleeve surgery on pre-transplant obese patients	0	None
2012-06-21	African-Americans and males lose significant weight after gastric bypass surgery	0	None
2012-06-21	Bariatric surgery can remit or prevent diabetic nephropathy in obese patients	0	None
2012-06-21	Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy safer than bariatric and metabolic surgery	0	None
2012-06-21	Tinkering with p190RhoGAP molecule shapes development of cardiac stem cells	0	1
2012-06-21	Study tests link between anesthesia type, complications and mortality after hip fracture surgery	0	None
2012-06-21	Deep brain stimulation remains an effective treatment for Parkinson's	0	None
2012-06-20	Bariatric surgery improves kidney function in severely obese patients with CKD	0	None
2012-06-20	Large proportions of European coronary patients do not benefit from cardiac rehabilitation services	0	None
2012-06-20	Bariatric procedure increases risk of alcohol use disorders two years after surgery	0	None
2012-06-19	Covidien introduces knotless suturing device for laparoscopic surgery	0	None
2012-06-19	MAQUET's INTERGARD SYNERGY vascular graft receives CE mark	0	None
2012-06-19	C-section rates in US stabilize after eight years of steady increase	0	None
2012-06-19	FDA clears expanded matrix of sizes for TMI's Chocolate PTA balloon catheter	0	None
2012-06-19	Heart transplant patients who develop restenosis after receiving a stent have poor long-term survival	0	None
2012-06-19	Multi-modal approach reduces pain and side effects of medication following joint replacement surgery	0	None
2012-06-19	Bariatric surgery may increase risk for alcohol use disorders	0	None
2012-06-19	Midwest patient receives successful stem cell transplant to cure sickle cell disease	0	None
2012-06-19	Delcath includes second-generation hemofiltration cartridge in chemosaturation system EAP	0	None
2012-06-19	Surgeons simulate aesthetic procedures using 3D photography	0	5
2012-06-18	BEAMing DNA blood testing technology detects drug resistance in colorectal cancer patients early	0	None
2012-06-18	FDA clears St. Jude Medical's AMPLATZER Vascular Plug 4 for transcatheter embolization	0	None
2012-06-18	Penumbra adds MAX System of Reperfusion Catheters to family of aspiration thrombectomy devices	0	None
2012-06-18	Health Canada approves Viveve System to improve sexual function after childbirth	0	None
2012-06-18	FDA clears LensAR Laser System for anterior capsulotomy	0	None
2012-06-18	Agility MLC's new design provides better dose sculpting capabilities	0	None
2012-06-18	Lower dose study using Toshiba AIDR 3D with Aquilion ONE CT system	0	None
2012-06-18	NHS Supply Chain signs deal to purchase 10 Elekta Synergy radiation therapy treatment systems	0	None
2012-06-18	Researchers develop double viral vector transfection technique	0	None
2012-06-16	Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy benefits stage I non-small cell lung cancer patients	0	None
2012-06-16	Novel technique can restore hand function in patients with spinal cord injury	0	None
2012-06-16	Six-month data from ReCor’s PARADISE System trial on resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-06-16	Prevena Incision Management System may help decrease incidence of groin SSIs	0	None
2012-06-16	Surgeon specialty, hospital volume important factors in patient outcomes	0	None
2012-06-16	HCA, HealthONE expand Colorado Center for Robotic Surgery	0	None
2012-06-16	Chemotherapy improves survival for patients with SCLC and LCNEC	0	1
2012-06-15	STENTYS initiates enrollment in Self-Apposing Sirolimus-eluting stent trial for heart attack	0	None
2012-06-15	DFINE completes initial phase of STAR Tumor Ablation System trial	0	None
2012-06-15	Positive results from Salutaris’ episcleral brachytherapy trial on Wet AMD	0	None
2012-06-15	Transplantation of tissue-engineered vein is a success and offers hope for patients who lack suitable veins for dialysis or bypass surgery	0	None
2012-06-15	Life-saving kidney transplants now available for older patients	0	None
2012-06-15	FDA clears KCI’s V.A.C.Therapy System	0	None
2012-06-15	Gore launches CQI study for DUALMESH Biomaterial to treat ventral hernia	0	None
2012-06-15	MRF announces achievement of myelin repair Phase 1 trial for MS	0	4
2012-06-15	FDA clears KFx Medical’s new tissue fixation anchor	0	None
2012-06-14	Minimally invasive procedure to treat high blood pressure	0	None
2012-06-14	Single-leg approach safe and effective for children with hip and thigh fractures	0	None
2012-06-14	Study finds increase in inpatient medical procedures after Mass. health reform implementation	0	None
2012-06-14	Georgia Tech startup to create new delivery method for cell-based therapies	0	None
2012-06-14	Updated survival data from Takeda’s brentuximab vedotin Phase II trial on HL	0	None
2012-06-14	Call for medical bodies to stop opposing assisted dying supported by BMJ	0	None
2012-06-14	Hysterectomy may increase risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women	0	None
2012-06-14	New method enhances adhesion of injected CECs for successful corneal transplantation	0	None
2012-06-14	ACS honors Boston pediatric surgeon with 2012 Jacobson Innovation Award	0	None
2012-06-14	MIT engineers develop new glucose-powered implantable medical device	0	None
2012-06-14	Human-derived stem cells can spontaneously form optic cups and retina	0	None
2012-06-14	Enrollment complete in Endosense’s TactiCath catheter clinical study for paroxysmal AF	0	None
2012-06-13	Significant increase in use of CT, MRI and PET imaging over the last two decades	0	None
2012-06-13	ORMC offers bronchial thermoplasty for severe asthma	0	None
2012-06-13	Short-term intensive weight management program effective alternative to bariatric surgery	0	None
2012-06-13	MD Anderson installs first TomoHD System in Florida	0	None
2012-06-13	New methods show signs of promise for successful IVF treatments	0	None
2012-06-13	Liposuction effective in treating submental lymphedema in patients with head and neck cancer	0	None
2012-06-13	Mazor Robotics receives KFDA clearance for Renaissance system	0	None
2012-06-13	Two video articles describe pre-surgical preparation of corneal tissue	0	None
2012-06-13	Utah-based company licenses new biomedical device from BYU for chronic back pain	0	None
2012-06-12	Hepatocytes can create new liver system in mouse models	0	None
2012-06-12	Vanderbilt first medical center in Nashville to offer bronchial thermoplasty for asthma	0	None
2012-06-12	ST Blood & Tissue Center, Saneron sign clinical supply and research collaboration agreement	0	None
2012-06-12	SafeStitch Medical to present AMID Hernia Fixation Device at AWR conference	0	None
2012-06-12	AMS announces FDA clearance of MEVION S250 Proton Therapy System	0	None
2012-06-12	Pharmanest commences SHACT Phase II study in women	0	None
2012-06-12	Initial trial results from KYTHERA’s second of two Phase III trials with ATX-101	0	None
2012-06-11	FDA clears MEVION S250 Proton Therapy System	0	None
2012-06-11	Higher quality bone from stem cells	0	None
2012-06-11	Cyberonics, Imricor enter agreement to develop MRI compatible leads for VNS Therapy System	0	None
2012-06-11	Positive results from Cara’s CR845 Phase II study on acute post-operative pain	0	None
2012-06-11	Mazor Robotics successfully completes first robot-guided brain surgical procedures	0	None
2012-06-11	FDA clears Nexstim’s new module for use with NBS System	0	None
2012-06-11	Study reviews data on influence of contralateral carotid occlusion on CEA and CAS	0	None
2012-06-11	Pre-operative aspirin therapy may reduce risk of acute kidney failure after CABG surgery	0	None
2012-06-11	Study examines factors linked with survival after CEA in patients with asymptomatic ICA stenosis	0	None
2012-06-11	Stanford researchers reveal results from endovascular skills training for surgical residents	0	None
2012-06-10	UF Proton Therapy Institute successfully treats first eye cancer patient	0	5
2012-06-10	Mechanochemical ablation catheter as effective as current endothermal techniques	0	None
2012-06-08	New fetal genetics testing technique could offer less risk, more controversy	0	None
2012-06-08	Study: U.S. Hispanics fare worse waiting for heart transplants	0	None
2012-06-08	Study confirms RMS High-Flo Subcutaneous Needle Sets as 'safety sets'	0	5
2012-06-08	U of M, AbSorber to evaluate XM-ONE in their Living Donor program	0	None
2012-06-08	Study assesses impact of postoperative nHb and transfusion in patients with PAD	0	None
2012-06-08	Branches following complex aortic aneurysm repair appear to be durable: Study	0	None
2012-06-07	CardioKinetix commences Parachute Ventricular Partitioning Device clinical trial in IHF	0	None
2012-06-07	Initial HSCT results from phase III trial on systemic sclerosis	0	None
2012-06-07	UAB researchers aim to improve cardiac-arrest-survival rates	0	None
2012-06-07	Studies evaluate transplantation potential and success of islet cells derived from pancreatic tissues	0	None
2012-06-07	ProFibrix initiates Phase III trial with Fibrocaps in spine, liver, vascular and soft tissue surgery	0	4
2012-06-06	Bariatric surgeon breaks new ground in the treatment of sleep apnea	0	None
2012-06-06	Four live cases using Toshiba's Infinix-i vascular X-ray systems to be showcased at NCVH	0	None
2012-06-06	Firefly surgical technology sheds new light on kidney cancers	0	None
2012-06-05	Preoperative breast cancer pain involves an inflammatory process	0	None
2012-06-05	BroadcastMed to highlight new AMIGO suite at Brigham and Women's Hospital	0	None
2012-06-05	New data from CardioFocus’ HeartLight EAS clinical study on AF	0	None
2012-06-05	FDA approves Arteriocyte’s ACD-A for use with Magellan system	0	None
2012-06-04	ViroPharma initiates maribavir Phase 2 program for CMV infections	0	None
2012-06-04	MitrAssist receives ISO certification for design and development of mitral valve prosthesis	0	None
2012-06-02	Study reveals why GBM is highly resistant to current chemotherapies	0	3
2012-06-02	Akron General Medical Center to install Brainsuite iMRI and iCT integrated neurosurgical suites	0	None
2012-06-02	First intercontinental Kidney Paired Donation	0	None
2012-06-02	Local anesthetic mixed with magnetized 'ferrofluids' may prevent rare complication of spinal anesthesia	0	None
2012-06-02	Non-invasive stimulation of cerebellum helps individuals learn new walking patterns	0	None
2012-06-02	Cardinal Health to produce new AD diagnostic imaging agent, Amyvid	0	None
2012-06-02	Majority of patients undergoing CTAP in ED are classified as clinically complex	0	None
2012-06-02	'Atzelberg Circle' researchers meet to advance hyperthermia as standard combination cancer therapy	0	None
2012-06-02	IPD connector outperforms negative pressure, split-septum needleless IV connector	0	None
2012-06-02	HNC patients may be at increased risk for post-treatment side effects	0	None
2012-06-01	JSUMC completes first procedure with TAVR	0	None
2012-06-01	Beta-carotene safe to use during radiation therapy for prostate cancer	0	None
2012-06-01	Velos releases new iPad app for clinicians in oncology, bone marrow transplantation	0	None
2012-06-01	Researchers uncover potential new way to regulate the body's natural immune response	0	None
2012-06-01	IU scientists successfully transplant primary kidney cells intravenously to treat renal failure	0	None
2012-06-01	Covidien introduces Endo GIA Radial Reload with Tri-Staple technology for LAR procedures	0	None
2012-06-01	Cleveland Clinic, Cadence Health expand relationship for cardiology services	0	None
2012-06-01	Researchers develop special brassiere for breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-06-01	Omeros commences planned PK substudy in Phase 3 clinical program of OMS302	0	None
2012-05-31	Mayo Clinic offers new technology for treatment of dry eye	0	None
2012-05-31	NYU Langone establishes unique neuromodulation center	0	4
2012-05-31	Skin transplant surgery safe and effective for patients with vitligo	0	None
2012-05-31	ProCure Proton Therapy Center successfully treats first cancer patient	0	None
2012-05-31	Kona Medical raises $30 million in Series C financing	0	None
2012-05-31	UCSB creates synthetic platelets for various biomedical applications	0	None
2012-05-31	Interim data from UCLA and NeuroSigma’s eTNS Phase I trial on PTSD, MDD	0	None
2012-05-31	Cohera Medical receives U.S. patent titled, ‘Hydrophilic Biodegradable Adhesives’	0	None
2012-05-31	Top-line results from Alnylam’s ALN-RSV01 Phase IIb trial on RSV infection	0	None
2012-05-30	Beyond chemotherapy to cure leukemia	1	None
2012-05-30	FDA clears Teleflex’s Arrow FlexTip Plus Closed Tip, Multi-Port epidural catheter	0	None
2012-05-30	MAQUET to acquire Avalon Elite Bi-Caval Dual Lumen Catheter, complimentary vascular access kits	0	None
2012-05-30	Overdiagnosis: harming the healthy	0	None
2012-05-30	Use of transplanted induced pluripotent stem cells could lead to new treatments for HD	0	None
2012-05-30	One third of homeless are obese	0	None
2012-05-30	Mass. Eye and Ear Cataract Master bridges gap between wet lab training and patient surgery	0	None
2012-05-30	CHOC Children's research project receives $5.5M CIRM grant	0	4
2012-05-30	ASCs promising source of cells for use in plastic surgery and regenerative medicine	0	None
2012-05-30	SafeStitch Medical officially changes name of AMID Stapler	0	None
2012-05-29	Safety of breast implants	3	None
2012-05-29	AMS, Expanding Orthopedics partner to distribute XPED system in Italy	0	None
2012-05-29	Including smokers in donor pool improves survival rates for patients on lung transplant waiting lists and should be continued	0	None
2012-05-28	Health Robotics announces HAT as new marketing and service channel in Saudi Arabia	0	None
2012-05-28	Preoperative opportunity to control blood glucoses	0	None
2012-05-28	Tulane to initiate XM-ONE clinical trial in kidney transplantation	0	None
2012-05-28	Researchers develop new technique that converts stem cells into brain cells	0	None
2012-05-28	UC Irvine immunologist to create new line of neural stem cells for MS	0	5
2012-05-28	UCSD scientists receive new CIRM grants to conduct stem cell-based research	0	None
2012-05-28	Results from Medtronic’s Resolute DES clinical study on CAD	0	None
2012-05-28	City of Hope receives CIRM grant to develop T cell-based immunotherapy against glioma	0	None
2012-05-25	UCLA Face Transplantation Program seeks candidates for clinical trial	0	None
2012-05-25	Single-port laparoscopy bimanual robot abdominal surgery	0	None
2012-05-25	Table-top solid-state laser system cuts brain tissue with unprecedented precision	0	None
2012-05-25	Gene therapy can effectively treat ADA-deficient severe combined immunodeficiency	0	None
2012-05-25	Aetna's IOE Transplant Network to add UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Hospital	0	None
2012-05-25	UCSF scientists aim to use embryonic stem cells for treatment of neuropathic pain	0	None
2012-05-25	Peritonitis commonly arises in the weeks before many dialysis patients die	0	None
2012-05-25	Scars, disfigurement and hair loss from childhood cancer can affect adult quality of life	0	None
2012-05-25	Oxidative stress may put obese patients at increased risk of kidney damage after heart surgery	0	None
2012-05-25	Alpha-2 agonists decrease postoperative consumption of opioid drugs	0	None
2012-05-24	PSA test benefits are questionable, yet physicians struggle to stop them	0	None
2012-05-24	LVRC safe and effective choice for patients with severe heterogeneous emphysema	0	None
2012-05-24	NYU Langone surgeons perform robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy in New York	0	None
2012-05-24	Mazor launches Renaissance C-OnSite system	0	None
2012-05-24	Results from several studies related to ACT’s TEMPASURE cardiac ablation catheter	0	None
2012-05-24	Tenn. doctors, Blue Cross and Blue Shield agree to bundle payments for knee, hip replacements	0	None
2012-05-24	New MicroNav surgical technique provides greater safety and reduces pain	0	None
2012-05-24	Nevro to initiate Senza HF-SCS System study for chronic pain	0	None
2012-05-24	First study to examine how patients and families are soliciting living kidney donors on Facebook	0	None
2012-05-24	RARP more costly than RRP in treating prostate cancer	0	None
2012-05-24	Zytoprotec completes PD-protec Phase I/II trial on kidney failure	0	None
2012-05-23	Studies examine effectiveness of CPAP in reducing risk of cardiovascular outcomes linked with OSA	0	None
2012-05-23	HeartWare receives expanded European label for Ventricular Assist System	0	None
2012-05-23	FDA approves TMI’s Glider PTCA Catheter	0	None
2012-05-23	Two-step method more effective tooth implant procedure	0	None
2012-05-23	IntelliCell enters sponsored research agreement with ICERM	0	None
2012-05-23	Enrollment complete in Baxano’s iO-Flex System study	0	None
2012-05-22	GE Healthcare, KUH partner to drive advances in cell therapy technologies	0	None
2012-05-22	Leader of UK GPs warns ‘Ordinary GPs’ must not be cut out of involvement in NHS reforms	0	None
2012-05-22	Studies of technological innovations presented at DDW annual meeting	0	None
2012-05-22	Researchers to create new type of bioactive coating for brain aneurysm stents	0	None
2012-05-22	AUA includes percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation in OAB treatment guidelines	1	None
2012-05-22	Data from EarlySense contact-free monitor clinical study presented at ATS conference	0	None
2012-05-22	Liposuction surgery reduces risk of ultraviolet-light induced skin cancer	0	None
2012-05-22	MGH develops new technique to reconstruct the larynx after surgery for advanced cancer	0	4
2012-05-21	Young children with cystic fibrosis do not benefit from concentrated saline therapy	0	None
2012-05-21	CSA Medical unveils new truFreeze Spray Cryotherapy System	0	None
2012-05-21	Massage therapy effective for knee osteoarthritis, chronic low back pain and fibromyalgia	0	None
2012-05-21	New trial on home oxygen therapy for patients with chronic heart failure	0	None
2012-05-21	TTFields therapy vs. chemotherapy in patients with recurrent glioblastoma	0	None
2012-05-21	Cook Medical adds 25 gage needle to line of FNB histology portfolio	0	None
2012-05-21	Pantera Lux Paclitaxel Releasing Balloon highly promising for DES restenosis	0	None
2012-05-21	Cook Medical introduces drug-eluting peripheral stent to treat lesions in the SFA	0	None
2012-05-21	Laxative free bowel prep visualized on Viatronix V3D-Colon platform	0	None
2012-05-21	Cellectis launches human iPS derived hepatocyte product	0	None
2012-05-21	MRSA nasal colonization associated with increase in SSI in patients undergoing GI surgery	0	None
2012-05-21	Experimental bariatric surgery can lower blood sugar levels in rats with type 1 diabetes	0	None
2012-05-21	Treatment of early stage prostate cancer can also result in improved QOL for men with LUTS	0	None
2012-05-21	Statin therapy prevents cancer and reduces death risk in heart transplant recipients	0	None
2012-05-21	Scientists show positive results with human MSCs in animal models of MS	0	None
2012-05-19	Placental stem cells with key therapeutic properties can be harvested from chorion	0	None
2012-05-19	New study to find best way to give blood transfusions for severely injured patients	0	None
2012-05-19	VirtaMed launches new virtual reality training simulator for knee arthroscopy	0	None
2012-05-19	Final results from C3BS-CQR-1 Phase II trial on heart failure	2	None
2012-05-19	Positive results from CardioKinetix Parachute system study on heart failure	0	None
2012-05-19	Free seminar focuses on family building for lesbian community	1	None
2012-05-19	Boston Scientific announces two-year results from PLATINUM Small Vessel study	0	None
2012-05-19	Some patients mistakenly undergo bypass surgery after diagnostic angiography	0	None
2012-05-18	Surgical community kicksoff Strong for Surgery initiative	0	None
2012-05-18	Medtronic announces new results from CoreValve ADVANCE Study	0	None
2012-05-18	MSRG researchers develop ColoREctal Wellbeing study	0	None
2012-05-18	Researchers create prosthetic retina for patients with AMD	0	None
2012-05-18	Cleveland Eye Clinic surgeons perform Corneal Cross-Linking procedure	0	None
2012-05-18	Patients with morbid obesity more likely to develop complications after spinal fusion surgery	0	None
2012-05-18	One type of open heart surgery is likely safer than the other for CKD patients	0	None
2012-05-18	Patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer benefit from accelerated MVAC	0	5
2012-05-18	Renal denervation can effectively reduce blood pressure in CKD patients with hypertension	0	4
2012-05-18	Study: No racial and ethnic disparities in preoperative breast cancer imaging	0	None
2012-05-18	Boston Scientific launches Epic Vascular Self-Expanding Stent System	0	None
2012-05-18	Covidien launches new HALO ablation catheter to treat Barrett's esophagus	0	None
2012-05-17	Blood platelet concentrates improve healing after dental implant procedures	1	5
2012-05-17	Age alone is not a contraindication to surgical fixation of C2 fractures	0	None
2012-05-17	Lenalidomide following stem cell transplant can halt progression of blood cancer	0	None
2012-05-17	Cardiac ischemia plays an important role in adenovector gene transfection in mammalian hearts	0	None
2012-05-17	Abiraterone acetate can help eliminate prostate tumors	0	None
2012-05-17	Gene therapy restores movement in children bedridden with AADC	0	None
2012-05-17	Increasing Use of Smart Pumps to help drive down “Never Events”	0	None
2012-05-17	PPCI treatment on the rise among Stent for Life Initiative participants	0	None
2012-05-17	Dialysis patients can benefit from talking control support therapy	0	None
2012-05-16	Treatment in hospitals with medical fellowships improves outcome for prostate cancer radical surgery	0	None
2012-05-16	Racial disparities found in results of surgery to remove diseased prostates	0	None
2012-05-16	Older, high-risk prostate cancer patients get better results in larger hospitals	0	None
2012-05-16	PN kidney cancer surgery not being used for older, sicker and poorer uninsured patients	0	None
2012-05-16	Molecular biomarkers in the lungs may be an additional predictive technique for cancer screening	0	None
2012-05-16	Some hand function restored in quadriplegic patient with spinal cord injury	0	None
2012-05-16	Better understanding of new T-size descriptors on adjuvant chemotherapy effect needed	0	None
2012-05-16	Association between gender and surgical outcomes of kidney removal not well understood	0	None
2012-05-16	Colonic tissue may help predict Parkinson's disease	0	None
2012-05-16	CINJ prefers more personalized approach to prescribing cancer treatment	0	None
2012-05-16	VATS plays a valuable role in lung cancer screening program	0	None
2012-05-16	Sorin receives PMDA authorization to market MEMO 3D ring	0	None
2012-05-16	Nerve transfer procedure helps patients recover movement in hands and extremities	0	None
2012-05-16	HyperBranch’s Adherus AutoSpray Dural Sealant receives CE Marking	0	None
2012-05-16	Vejthani Hospital offers most effective procedure in gender selection	0	None
2012-05-16	First study to compare complication rates after RAPN and LPN	0	None
2012-05-16	Positive results from Boston Scientific's Lotus Aortic Valve System trial	0	None
2012-05-16	AxioMed’s Freedom Cervical Disc receives CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-05-16	BiO2 Medical receives CE Mark approval for Angel Catheter to prevent PE	0	None
2012-05-15	Svelte completes enrollment in DIRECT drug-eluting stent study	0	None
2012-05-15	Contrast-enhanced ultrasound effective method for abdominal aortic aneurysms	0	None
2012-05-15	OIC introduces Pedicle Screw System	0	None
2012-05-14	Acupuncture may improve dyspnea in COPD patients	0	None
2012-05-14	Feeding tubes may make sores more likely to develop in dementia patients	0	None
2012-05-14	First U.S. outpatient trial of UVA-developed artificial pancreas	0	None
2012-05-14	HyStem-C effective in transplantation of heart muscle-derived cells for heart disease	0	None
2012-05-14	Breast brachytherapy with strut-based applicator effective for early-stage breast cancer	0	None
2012-05-14	Neusoft Medical introduces NeuViz 64 multi-slice CT scanner	0	None
2012-05-14	Boston Scientific launches Innova Self-Expanding Bare-Metal Stent System in Europe	0	None
2012-05-14	FDA clears MAQUET's new MEGA larger volume intra-aortic balloon catheters	0	None
2012-05-14	MedNPV, SurgLine partner to supply low cost spinal orthopedic implants	0	None
2012-05-14	Positive data from Piramal Healthcare’s BST-CarGel Phase III cartilage repair trial	0	None
2012-05-14	Analysis stresses importance of multidisciplinary approach to cancer in the elderly	0	None
2012-05-14	European cancer experts report progress with promising new radiosurgical techniques	0	None
2012-05-14	DIBH can spare hearts and lungs of breast cancer patients from radiation	0	None
2012-05-14	Kidney transplants more frequent among NxStage home hemodialysis patients	0	None
2012-05-14	Lenalidomide delays progression of multiple myeloma after stem cell transplant	0	None
2012-05-14	Inducing labour improves survival rates for babies	0	None
2012-05-14	New mom receives surprise heart transplant	1	None
2012-05-14	Regenerating sensory hair cells could help treat hearing loss	0	None
2012-05-14	CRT-D cost-effective treatment for mildly symptomatic heart failure patients	0	None
2012-05-14	Poor planning, revenue-driven surgery force patients home too early	0	None
2012-05-14	Findings reveal racial disparities in pre-hospital care for cardiac arrest	0	None
2012-05-14	New system may help restore vision in eye diseases	0	None
2012-05-11	Factors associated with successful vaginal birth after Caesarean	0	None
2012-05-11	FDA warns about 'liberation therapy' for multiple sclerosis	1	None
2012-05-11	Accelerated partial breast irradiation does not compromise survival	0	None
2012-05-11	Threshold for when to choose surgery over medical therapy for recurrent acute rhinosinusitis	0	None
2012-05-11	Less invasive procedure for heart disease	0	None
2012-05-11	Study supports catheter ablation as first-line treatment for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation	0	None
2012-05-11	Rule change has consequences for dialysis patients	0	None
2012-05-11	Two types of stent systems are both effective in treating iliac artery disease	0	None
2012-05-11	New combination therapy offers potential lifetime cure for advanced type 1 diabetes	0	5
2012-05-11	Cedars-Sinai’s first patient implanted with SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart	0	None
2012-05-11	PET imaging for sudden cardiac arrest can identify candidates for ICDs	0	None
2012-05-11	Ixmyelocel-T shows promise against progressive heart failure	0	None
2012-05-11	Patients with mitral regurgitation live longer after surgery	0	None
2012-05-11	ICD therapy significantly reduces mortality in patients with moderate heart failure	0	None
2012-05-11	Combination of Chartis system and Zephyr EBV treatment effective in treating emphysema	0	None
2012-05-11	German and Portuguese hospital first to use iCAD’s Xoft system in Europe	0	None
2012-05-11	Rice University students invent device to help children with cerebral palsy	0	None
2012-05-11	IGABT effective at controlling return and spread of cervical cancer	0	None
2012-05-11	Biosense Webster introduces new curve visualization technology in the U.S.	0	None
2012-05-11	Sorin launches full portfolio of pacing, defibrillation and left ventricular leads	0	None
2012-05-11	Robotic system can safely assist interventional cardiologists in performing PCI	0	None
2012-05-11	BIOTRONIK receives FDA approval for new Lumax 740 ICDs and CRT devices	0	None
2012-05-10	Prototype device would help obese patients breathe during medical procedures	0	None
2012-05-10	New report provides detailed criteria for rational and timely use of cardiac catheterization	0	None
2012-05-10	Hot sauce ingredient could play a role in future of weight loss	1	None
2012-05-10	Lenalidomide improves overall survival for patients with multiple myeloma	0	None
2012-05-10	New non-embryonic stem cell treatment for cancer and leukaemia	0	None
2012-05-10	Janssen submits XARELTO sNDA with FDA to reduce risk of stent thrombosis in ACS patients	0	None
2012-05-10	FDA approves St. Jude Medical’s Ellipse ICD	0	None
2012-05-09	Combination of Pressure Right device and antiemetics effective in reducing PONV	0	None
2012-05-09	Human Gene Therapy highlights new advances in human retinal disease	0	1.7
2012-05-09	Toshiba introduces two new software enhancements to facilitate TAVR procedures	0	None
2012-05-09	C3BS’s C-Cath Injection Catheter receives CE Marking	0	None
2012-05-09	Dead skin donors come to the aid of a 92 year old with severe skin ulcers	1	None
2012-05-09	Goosby calls for 'extraordinary resources' to be put into male circumcision to prevent HIV infection	0	1
2012-05-09	Non-drug therapy with NeuroStar TMS improves depression symptoms and QOL	0	None
2012-05-09	Results reported for clinical trial for the treatment of depression using external trigeminal nerve stimulation	0	None
2012-05-09	Medtronic’s Valiant Captivia Stent Graft now available in seven countries	0	None
2012-05-09	Vascular Closure Systems completes FastSeal Phase I FIH clinical trial	0	None
2012-05-09	Domain Surgical's FMwand successfully used in 100 cases	0	None
2012-05-09	Sorin launches FDA-approved PARADYM RF family of ICDs and CRT-D devices	0	None
2012-05-09	eTNS therapy can impact symptoms in pharmacoresistant major depression	0	None
2012-05-09	Stereotaxis launches V-Sono module for Vdrive Remote Navigation System	0	None
2012-05-09	UVA achieves two important milestones in VISIUS Surgical Theatre	0	None
2012-05-08	Covidien to unveil new OneShot renal denervation system at EuroPCR congress	0	None
2012-05-08	FDA approves St. Jude Medical's Assura family of implantable defibrillators	0	None
2012-05-08	Screening younger men at risk of prostate cancer can reduce metastatic cancer and deaths	0	None
2012-05-08	Breast brachytherapy with strut-based applicator effective for women with DCIS	0	None
2012-05-08	LAA occlusion effectively reduces risk of stroke in patients with A-fib	0	None
2012-05-08	Soon a single therapy for range of brain diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s	0	5
2012-05-08	CardioFocus’ HeartLight EAS to be highlighted at Heart Rhythm 2012	0	None
2012-05-08	DBS may offer hope for patients with mild Alzheimer's	0	None
2012-05-07	Monteris secures financing to commercialize NeuroBlate System	0	None
2012-05-07	CardioKinetix Parachute Ventricular Partitioning Device trial data presented at 2012 EuroPCR	0	None
2012-05-07	Nuvo receives BfArM positive opinion for Pliaglis	0	None
2012-05-07	KYTHERA ATX-101-10-16 trial for submental fat meets primary endpoints	0	None
2012-05-07	American CareSource launches ACS DiaSource solution for containment of dialysis costs	0	None
2012-05-07	Interdisciplinary treatment of breast cancer benefits most patients	0	None
2012-05-07	Seattle Children's Hospital performs 100th heart transplant on 5-month-old baby	0	None
2012-05-05	Study identifies risk of major birth defects linked with assisted reproductive technologies	0	None
2012-05-05	Radiofrequency ablation during breast cancer surgery can provide effective alternative to XRT	1	None
2012-05-05	Human stem cells effective in treating muscular dystrophy	0	4
2012-05-05	iCAD, Breastlink announce agreement to offer Xoft brachytherapy system	0	None
2012-05-05	Sound Interventions completes ultrasound clinical trial on resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-05-05	TCFC completes two in-utero fetal cardiac interventions to treat HLHS	0	None
2012-05-05	Andrew Technologies launches HydraSolve Lipoplasty System at ASAPS meeting	0	None
2012-05-05	DTT releases ditto dental electronic device	0	None
2012-05-05	Researchers develop new kind of hip implant	0	5
2012-05-04	Potential breast cancer patients for new immune-targeting therapies	0	None
2012-05-04	Many women diagnosed with breast cancer report no family history	0	None
2012-05-04	Positive ultrasound-guided axillary node biopsy requires dissection	0	None
2012-05-04	Imaging surveillance an acceptable alternative to surgical excision in patients with benign papilloma	0	None
2012-05-04	Topera Medical to showcase RhythmView system at HRS annual meeting	0	None
2012-05-03	UCSD radiation oncologist challenges MD Anderson brachytherapy findings	0	None
2012-05-03	New pressure-technology device effective in reducing incidence of PONV	0	None
2012-05-03	ENABLER-P Balloon Catheter System offers alternative to surgical revascularization	0	5
2012-05-03	Novel stem cell transplantation holds promise for HIV prevention	0	None
2012-05-03	TA during PCI provides long-term outcomes for patients with acute STEMI	0	None
2012-05-03	HiLo trial sets new gold standard for thyroid cancer treatment	0	4
2012-05-03	Women with benign breast biopsies do not need follow-up at six months	0	None
2012-05-03	Bladder tests performed on women before SUI surgery may not be necessary	0	None
2012-05-03	Study investigates use of stem cells to treat lower-limb peripheral artery disease	0	None
2012-05-03	FDA clears Angioslide’s new 3X100mm PROTEUS device	0	None
2012-05-02	Misleading information about breast brachytherapy	0	2
2012-05-02	FDA permits Percutaneous Surgical Set for minimally invasive laparoscopic abdominal surgery	0	None
2012-05-02	Fish oil may improve outcomes for kidney patients undergoing hemodialysis	1	None
2012-05-02	APBI, WBI equally effective in preventing local breast cancer recurrence	0	None
2012-05-02	Accelerated partial breast irradiation therapy increases risk for subsequent mastectomy	0	None
2012-05-02	Teleflex launches Hudson RCI Softech Plus to help clinicians	0	None
2012-05-02	Risk from cancer overshadows risk from CT radiation-induced malignancy	0	None
2012-05-02	Experts identify new gene that could help development of human fertility treatments	0	None
2012-05-02	Synthetic stool transplant for C. difficile treatment	0	None
2012-05-02	Teleflex strengthens Anesthesia product portfolio	0	None
2012-05-02	Teleflex to acquire all assets of Axiom Technology Partners	0	None
2012-05-02	Domain Surgical releases new FMwand stout surgical tips	0	None
2012-05-02	Chemo-radiotherapy combination a viable alternative for frail bladder cancer patients	0	5
2012-05-02	Novel technique helps surgeons to remove 'inoperable' abdominal tumors	0	None
2012-05-02	Seed localization improves satisfaction of breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-05-02	AcuFocus receives KFDA approval for KAMRA inlay to treat presbyopia	1	None
2012-04-30	Couples with infertility and miscarriages offered detailed embryo screening with 99% accuracy	0	None
2012-04-30	Removing ruptured appendix sooner lowers hospital costs, charges	0	None
2012-04-30	AlderMed enters distribution agreement with Gulmay Medical for Xstrahl-100 therapy system	0	None
2012-04-30	Caesarean delivery provides cost-effective measure to improve health in developing world, study shows	0	None
2012-04-30	Potential hazards of performing MRI in patients with cardiac pacemaker	0	None
2012-04-30	Conjoined twins bounce back after separation surgery	0	None
2012-04-30	MCC researchers aim to improve cancer patient's quality of life and care	0	None
2012-04-30	Study shows how MRA and CTA are equivalent in delineating anatomy in living renal donors	0	None
2012-04-30	New exhibit shows how radiologists play a key role in gastric band and bypass surgeries	0	None
2012-04-30	NovoTTF-100A System offers new hope for patients with GBM	1	None
2012-04-30	U of U develops small implantable middle-ear microphone	0	None
2012-04-30	WVU Healthcare surgeon implants diaphragmatic pacemaker in young quadriplegic	0	5
2012-04-27	IRIDEX launches non-invasive MicroPulse Laser Trabeculoplasty for glaucoma	0	None
2012-04-27	Home-based dialysis more popular in developing countries	0	None
2012-04-27	Hemodiafiltration does not improve kidney failure patients' survival or heart health	0	None
2012-04-27	Conference to focus on deep brain stimulation for OCD, depression	0	None
2012-04-27	Accuray launches Prostate Advances in Comparative Evidence Study	0	None
2012-04-27	After hours and weekend transplants do not adversely affect patient or graft survival	0	None
2012-04-27	Amniotic membrane transplantation prevents blindness in patients with SJS	0	None
2012-04-27	Share 35 policy reduces racial disparities in kidney transplantation among children	0	None
2012-04-27	Diseases of the Colon & Rectum app now available for the iPad	0	None
2012-04-27	New article describes design and properties of magnetoelectric composite materials	0	None
2012-04-26	LWW releases iPad eBook version of A Trail Guide for the Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgeon	0	None
2012-04-26	One organ donor can save up to eight lives	0	None
2012-04-26	Minimally-invasive spinal surgery helps Motocross rider return to racing	0	None
2012-04-26	Brain scans of small group of people can predict actions of entire populations	0	None
2012-04-26	Kidney donated two weeks after transplant	0	None
2012-04-26	Robot assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy better than other surgical techniques	0	None
2012-04-26	Intensive dialysis at home could increase survival chances for patients with ESRD	0	None
2012-04-26	Study examines role of NLRP3 inflammasome in ventilator-induced lung injury	0	None
2012-04-26	FDA approves Spectranetics' advanced GlideLight Laser Sheath	0	None
2012-04-25	Lophius Biosciences completes prospective multicenter clinical validation study for T-Track CMV/EBV tests	0	None
2012-04-25	UT Southwestern lung transplant recipient lives through 19 years	0	None
2012-04-25	Sheffield researchers investigate ways to improve treatment for elderly patients with breast cancer	0	None
2012-04-25	Study confirms overuse of blood transfusions during surgery	0	None
2012-04-25	U-M study: 1 in 84 high-risk patients suffer VTE after outpatient surgery	0	None
2012-04-25	Vitamin D deficiency associated with increase in lung transplant rejection, infections	0	None
2012-04-25	NCH opens first suburban ambulatory surgery center	0	None
2012-04-24	Researchers develop small endoscopic device fitted with femtosecond laser scalpel	0	None
2012-04-24	Scientists identify new way to deliver long-lasting pain relief	0	None
2012-04-24	Robot-assisted surgery more common and successful in treating prostate cancer	0	None
2012-04-24	Study: hUC-MSCs reduce inflammation that causes colitis	0	5
2012-04-24	Study shows how acupuncture therapy holds promise for skeletal muscle atrophy	0	None
2012-04-24	Novel technological treatment for Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy	5	1
2012-04-24	Study shows underutilization of epilepsy surgery	0	None
2012-04-23	Beta cells from genetically modified pigs can effectively restore pancreas function	0	None
2012-04-23	DSG's eCaseLink EDC chosen for Ariosa's Non-Invasive Chromosomal Examination of Trisomy study	0	None
2012-04-23	Laparoscopy associated with lesser risk of small-bowel obstructions	0	None
2012-04-23	New titanium vertebral body replacement device from ulrich medical	0	None
2012-04-23	Enrollment complete in REPRISE I clinical trial for Lotus Aortic Valve System	0	5
2012-04-23	FDA clears Smiths Medical's ViaValve Safety I.V. Catheter	0	None
2012-04-23	Enrollment complete for In-tunnel SeptRx European PFO Trial in Europe	0	None
2012-04-23	ActiViews CT-Guide Needle Guidance System for liver interventions receives FDA 510(k) clearance	0	None
2012-04-23	Champ Medics to market ETView's VivaSight airway management platform in Taiwan	0	None
2012-04-23	OncoSec reports positive interim data from ElectroChemotherapy Phase IV head and neck cancer study	0	None
2012-04-23	RaySearch receives order for its RayStation treatment planning system from HUMC	0	None
2012-04-23	HBO2 therapy can reduce neuropathic pain	0	None
2012-04-23	Study describes new method to manufacture nerve guidance conduits	0	None
2012-04-21	Orthopaedic research studies in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery	0	None
2012-04-21	FDA clears Abbott’s iFS Femtosecond laser for use in cataract surgery	0	None
2012-04-21	Two new studies analyze treatment decisions in late-stage ALS patients	0	None
2012-04-21	Scientists discover tumor-targeting neural stem cells	0	2.5
2012-04-21	Updated results from CircuLite’s Synergy miniature ventricular support system clinical study	0	None
2012-04-21	Chemotherapy, radiation affect cognitive function of women with breast cancer	0	None
2012-04-21	Sequana Medical's ALFApump System safe and effective in managing ascites	0	None
2012-04-21	ACT announces dosing of third patient in dry AMD Phase I/II trial	0	None
2012-04-20	Researchers revisit Charcot's vibration therapy for Parkinson's disease	0	None
2012-04-20	Nanoscale films promote bone growth	0	None
2012-04-20	Continuity of care in doctor's surgery reduces non-emergency hospital admissions	0	None
2012-04-20	RHD patients seek treatment in the very late stages of disease	0	None
2012-04-20	Preconception care before IVF can lead to lifestyle problems and health risks	0	None
2012-04-20	Chip-scale NIST sensor successfully measures human brain activity	0	None
2012-04-20	Mood disorders not linked to nasal obstruction	0	None
2012-04-20	CPMC surgeons successfully reattach forehead and scalp of a 22-year-old Stockton woman	0	None
2012-04-20	Therapeutic hypothermia reduces in-hospital deaths among sudden cardiac arrest patients	0	None
2012-04-20	Patients with head and neck cancer can benefit from swallowing exercises	0	None
2012-04-19	Inform Genomics completes first phase in oral mucositis risk prediction study	0	None
2012-04-19	Gut microbiota plays a causal role in development of diabetes and NAFLD	0	None
2012-04-19	ESTRO 31 and the World Congress of Brachytherapy to take place from May 9-13	0	None
2012-04-19	Autologous BMMNCs reduce vascular growth in patients with diabetes	0	None
2012-04-19	Exactech selects MMI to evaluate novel cartilage repair treatment	0	None
2012-04-18	Comparing publicly available hospital readmission rates can lead to misinformation	0	None
2012-04-18	Large study examines diagnostic yield of colonoscopy to investigate melena	0	None
2012-04-18	Combined, complimentary therapies maximize NSC transplantation benefits for spinal cord repair	0	None
2012-04-18	New study recommends intraoperative histological evaluation for Hirschsprung disease treatment	0	None
2012-04-18	IMRT facilitates radiation dose escalation without compromising long-term morbidity for prostate cancer	0	None
2012-04-18	Anaesthetists identify major shortfall in funding for emergency laparotomies	0	None
2012-04-18	IMRT better than CRT for treatment of localized prostate cancer	0	None
2012-04-18	Bevacizumab added to chemotherapy for NSCLC does not improve survival in elderly patients	0	None
2012-04-18	Failure rate of PIP silicone breast implants could be as high as 33.8%	0	None
2012-04-18	Surgery to remove only the tumor preferable to removing entire kidney	0	None
2012-04-18	SBRT shortens radiation treatment time for gynecologic cancers	0	None
2012-04-18	Medtronic plans IN.PACT Global drug-eluting balloon SFA clinical study	0	None
2012-04-17	DePuy Spine launches VIPER F2 at AANS	0	None
2012-04-17	Chin implants growing in popularity	0	None
2012-04-17	High intensity focused ultrasound to treat prostate cancer shows initial success	0	3
2012-04-17	Coronary stents do not increase risk of heart attack, death in people with metal allergies	0	3
2012-04-17	ACS, CDC partner to improve surgical patient safety	0	None
2012-04-17	First study to measure walking after surgery in gynecologic patients	0	None
2012-04-17	Brainlab announces first patient procedures with Curve Image Guided Surgery at UCSF	0	None
2012-04-17	UTHealth researcher studies novel cell therapy to prevent GVHD	0	None
2012-04-17	States roundup: Calif. mental health system grapples with controversy, shortage; Texas issues new stem cell rules	0	None
2012-04-16	Men more likely to experience complications after brain or spinal surgery	0	5
2012-04-16	Immunotherapy may also help elderly cancer patients	0	None
2012-04-16	Tool predicts response to platinum-based chemotherapy in ovarian cancer	0	None
2012-04-16	Implantable device with alert modes warns users about potential heart attack	0	None
2012-04-16	Neurosurgeons from NYU Langone to present at AANS annual meeting	0	None
2012-04-16	SMART Heart improves cardiovascular surgical outcomes	0	None
2012-04-16	Daily Monitor analysis examines history of male circumcision debate	1	1
2012-04-16	CT guided transthoracic fine needle aspiration might diagnose pulmonary nodules	0	None
2012-04-16	Chin implants fastest growing plastic surgery trend among all major demographics	0	None
2012-04-16	New technique could help improve prognosis of patients with brain cancers	0	None
2012-04-16	Roundup: Texas considers relaxing rules for stem cell treatments; States weigh bills to protect consumers against high drug costs	1	None
2012-04-15	Obesity surgery shows threefold rise over five years	0	None
2012-04-15	Indomethacin given after digestive diagnostic procedure may prevent pancreatitis: Study	0	None
2012-04-12	FDA approves HUD designation for SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart for destination therapy	0	None
2012-04-12	New image-guided radiotherapy system at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital	0	None
2012-04-12	U-Systems receives positive FDA panel review for somo•v ABUS system for breast cancer screening	0	None
2012-04-12	Bariatric surgery more effective in treating people with type 2 diabetes	0	None
2012-04-12	ALL induction treatment failure should not be an automatic indication for bone marrow transplant	0	None
2012-04-12	OptiMedica's Catalys Precision Laser System receives CE mark approval	0	1
2012-04-12	Novian Health commences multicenter Novilase Interstitial Laser Therapy clinical trial for breast cancer	0	None
2012-04-12	First clinical trial to clearly demonstrate effective prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis	0	None
2012-04-12	Study: Stem cells from pelvic bone marrow may help hearts beat stronger	0	None
2012-04-12	Mayo Clinic to offer novel device for patients with GERD	0	None
2012-04-12	Boston Scientific launches Z Flex-270 Steerable Sheath in the U.S.	0	None
2012-04-11	University of Limerick researchers develop device to increase angioplasty success rates	0	None
2012-04-11	Eye test to detect heart disease early	0	None
2012-04-11	Lung cancer screening could be cost effective: Study finds	0	None
2012-04-11	TAVI improves heart function, exercise capacity in patients with aortic stenosis	0	None
2012-04-11	UCSD Moores Cancer Center expert available to discuss breast brachytherapy	0	None
2012-04-11	FDA approves Medtronic’s expanded indication for implantable CRT-D devices	0	None
2012-04-11	Vilex announces commercial launch of FUZE TTC Arthrodesis Compression Nail	0	None
2012-04-11	USPTO issues five patents to VertiFlex Superion ISS	0	None
2012-04-11	Boston Scientific receives European CE Mark approval for INGENIO family of pacemakers	0	None
2012-04-11	NYU Langone announces opening of Center for Musculoskeletal Care	0	None
2012-04-11	Intact Vascular’s Tack-it Endovascular Stapler device receives CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-04-10	Omeros initiates enrollment in second Phase 3 trial of OMS302	0	None
2012-04-10	Delcath, NKI-AVL enter initial launch and training agreement for CHEMOSAT system	0	None
2012-04-10	Viewpoints: Doctors' efforts to cut unnecessary procedures is a good first step	0	None
2012-04-10	FDA selects three renal device projects for new Pathway program	0	None
2012-04-10	UCSD surgeon implants new INX device in a 29-year old patient with GERD	0	None
2012-04-10	Three NJIT EDC high-tech companies win top awards at 2012 Venture Conference	0	None
2012-04-10	ASPO to hold pediatric otolaryngology meeting from April 18 - April 22	0	None
2012-04-10	Top ten facts about organ and tissue donation	0	None
2012-04-10	Changes in corneal thickness occur in patients at early stages of FECD	0	None
2012-04-10	ReCor Medical provides updated data from REDUCE Percutaneous Renal Denervation System study	0	None
2012-04-10	Monitoring necessary for early intervention in Fuchs' Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy patients	0	None
2012-04-09	Survey finds high rating for Heraeus iBOND Self Etch bonding agent	0	None
2012-04-09	Synapse Medical acquires another MicroThermX Microwave Ablation System	0	None
2012-04-09	Chemotherapy based on individual genomes and genomes of tumors	0	None
2012-04-09	Japanese MHLW approves Abbott's XIENCE PRIME Everolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System	0	None
2012-04-09	VasoNova receives BSI CE certification for Arrow VPS system	0	None
2012-04-09	Pacira launches EXPAREL in the U.S.	0	None
2012-04-07	Heart Rhythm Journal manuscript by Dr. Hauser inaccurate and biased, says St. Jude Medical	0	None
2012-04-07	Study explores link between intraoperative blood loss and pediatric patients' underlying condition	0	None
2012-04-07	Alternative therapy for knee surgery from The Pain Whisperer	0	None
2012-04-07	Left ventriculography being routinely performed during coronary angiogram	0	None
2012-04-07	FDA grants IDE approval for Arteriocyte's Magellan MAR01 Phase I Compartment Syndrome clinical trial	0	None
2012-04-06	Hot topics in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery	0	None
2012-04-06	Innate patient factors, overall morbidity affect neurodevelopment in infants with single-ventricle disease	0	None
2012-04-06	Study finds alarming misconception about fertility among women	0	None
2012-04-06	Poor mental health can lead to heart problems and death in dialysis patients	0	None
2012-04-06	Researchers develop new technique to grow stem cells	0	None
2012-04-06	Journal of Craniofacial Surgery publishes BioElectronics’ study on bone regeneration	0	None
2012-04-06	Evergreen Healthcare employs transanal endoscopic microsurgery for colorectal tumor removal	0	None
2012-04-06	Amedica to distribute BioDfence DryFlex and Dynamic Bone allograft products	0	None
2012-04-05	Proton beam therapy centers projected for Manchester and London by 2017	0	None
2012-04-05	Peripheral IV catheter effective alternative to central lines	0	None
2012-04-05	Hypertensive dialysis patient survives 17 years on the waiting list for a new kidney	0	None
2012-04-05	Physician groups identify unnecessary procedures	0	None
2012-04-05	CCTRN selects MHI as one of seven U.S. centers of excellence	0	None
2012-04-05	Simbionix sponsors first fellowship at USF Health CAMLS	0	None
2012-04-05	Deep brain stimulation has long-lasting effects in patients with severe depression	0	None
2012-04-05	Patients with community-onset CDI have increased risk of colectomy	0	None
2012-04-05	Cartilage quality can be assessed using diffusion weighted imaging	0	None
2012-04-05	FDA clears additional indications for Anulex’s fiXate Tissue Band product	0	None
2012-04-04	Ultrasound & MRI as additions to mammograms for breast cancer detection	0	None
2012-04-04	No cancer risk with metal on metal hip replacements: Study	0	None
2012-04-04	Bare platinum coils vs. newer gel-coated coils for aneurysm treatment	0	None
2012-04-04	Post-operative complications after oesophageal cancer surgery may cause other health problems	0	None
2012-04-04	Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute performs most adult heart transplants of any U.S. medical center	0	None
2012-04-04	First study to evaluate treatment based on molecular profiling of advanced pancreatic cancer	0	None
2012-04-04	Loyola’s hand surgeons see more patients with thumb arthritis	0	None
2012-04-04	Novel method creates 3-D clusters of pancreatic beta-cells	0	None
2012-04-04	Nine physician organizations identify specific tests or procedures that may be unnecessary	0	None
2012-04-04	Stress-induced tolerance can prevent glaucoma	0	None
2012-04-04	Johns Hopkins devises new seizure detection software	0	None
2012-04-03	Estech receives FDA IDE approval to initiate enrollment in TCRF ablation trial for AF	0	None
2012-04-03	Early appendectomy can reduce length of stay, medical interventions and hospital charges	0	None
2012-04-03	Older maternal age, fertility treatments account for marked increase in twin births	0	None
2012-04-03	Expensive robotic-assisted bladder cancer surgery results in fewer deaths, in-patient complications	0	None
2012-04-03	Avedro, ACOS commence accelerated corneal cross-linking Phase 3 study	0	None
2012-04-03	Positive outcome from AiCuris’ Letermovir phase 2b trial on HCMV infections	0	None
2012-04-03	FDA clears Fenwal's TPE on the Amicus separator	0	None
2012-04-02	Mammograms may increase risk for ‘over-diagnosis’ of cancers: Study	0	None
2012-04-02	Hypnotherapy effective for treating bowel disorder IBS	1	None
2012-04-02	Non-invasive brain stimulation cuts time to improve speech in stroke patients	0	None
2012-04-02	New technology prevents stone migration during procedures to retrieve urinary stones	0	None
2012-04-02	TYRX enrolls 1000th patient in CITADEL/CENTURION AIGISRx Antibacterial Envelope studies	0	None
2012-04-02	ulrich medical releases enhancements to spinal implant portfolio	0	None
2012-04-02	AngioDynamics presents NanoKnife System clinical study results at SSO 2012	0	None
2012-04-02	Allowing the heart to rest can reverse structural changes in myocytes after heart failure	0	None
2012-04-02	Elekta receives clearance to CE mark Agility device	0	None
2012-04-02	Platelet activating factor plays a crucial role in development of graft-versus-host disease	0	None
2012-03-31	Sleep deprivation does not disturb performance of interventionists during PCI procedures	0	None
2012-03-31	Home walking program can improve QOL, fatigue levels in post-surgery pancreatic cancer patients	0	None
2012-03-31	USF Health opens $38M advanced medical learning and simulation center	0	None
2012-03-31	Elective endovascular aneurysm repair benefits men more than women	0	None
2012-03-31	Modern delivery practices contribute to increase in labor duration	0	None
2012-03-30	Elective induction more likely to result in complicated pregnancy	0	None
2012-03-30	Radiation therapy increases complications of implant-based breast reconstruction	0	None
2012-03-30	Patients with IBD, other GI disorders may be exposed to higher levels of diagnostic radiation	0	None
2012-03-30	Thyroidectomy may increase risk of postoperative complications in the elderly	0	None
2012-03-30	Abdominoplasty, liposuction improve self-esteem and QOL	0	None
2012-03-30	FDA seeks expert advice on risks and benefits of MoM hip systems	0	None
2012-03-29	Federal Court refuses to reconsider bone marrow donor payments	0	2
2012-03-29	BMI not linked with either surgical complications or esophageal cancer patient survival	0	None
2012-03-29	Enrolment complete in Veloxis LCP-Tacro Phase III study in de novo kidney transplant patients	0	None
2012-03-29	Rare total shoulder replacement performed using rotator cuff sparing approach	0	None
2012-03-29	Evergreen utilizes spinal navigation system for Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion procedure	0	None
2012-03-29	One-side parathyroid surgery has poorer long-term outcomes	0	None
2012-03-29	anwerina, Ascendx Spine announce distribution partnership	0	None
2012-03-29	SafeStitch Medical's AMID Stapler to be presented at AHS 2012	0	None
2012-03-29	Study calls for re-examination of criteria used to prioritize liver transplant candidates	0	None
2012-03-29	VasoStitch percutaneous access-and-closure system featured at ACC annual meeting	0	None
2012-03-29	New treatment approach halts spread of cancer cells into normal brain tissue	0	5
2012-03-29	DaVita thanks nearly 1,500 renal social workers during NASW	0	None
2012-03-29	Accidental ingestion of wire bristles leads to necessity for surgery	0	None
2012-03-29	Bariatric surgery may eliminate need for diabetes medication	0	1
2012-03-29	Tips to help ensure best plastic surgery results	0	None
2012-03-29	Many medical implants never tested for safety	0	None
2012-03-29	IMRT associated with reduced toxicities when compared with standard whole breast irradiation	0	None
2012-03-29	Single-port laparoscopic appendectomy performed at Valley Presbyterian Hospital	0	None
2012-03-29	Luna to extend development and supply agreement with Intuitive Surgical	0	None
2012-03-29	ASGE announces honorees of new endoscopy unit recognition program	0	None
2012-03-29	Enrollment complete in Aperion Biologics' Z-Lig Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Device trial	0	None
2012-03-28	37 year old man living behind a mask gets a new face	0	None
2012-03-28	Adjusting ventilator to keep breath size and lung pressures lower can reduce death from lung injury	0	None
2012-03-28	New MRI method to test effectiveness of baking soda against breast cancer	0	None
2012-03-28	Invasive strategy benefits patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1 neuromuscular disorder	0	None
2012-03-28	Improper preparation for colonoscopy hides pre-cancerous polyps	0	None
2012-03-28	Lung cancers diagnosed in CT screening are similar to those found in clinical practice	0	None
2012-03-28	Imatinib improves RFS, overall survival in GIST patients after surgery	0	None
2012-03-28	Heart bypass surgery appears to carry higher long-term survival rate	0	None
2012-03-28	UM completes most extensive full vascularized composite allograft to date	0	None
2012-03-28	Intermittent androgen suppression therapy for prostate cancer	1	5
2012-03-28	AABB issues new RBC transfusion guidelines	0	None
2012-03-28	CABG offers higher survival rates for older adults with CHD than PCI	0	None
2012-03-28	New gene transfer technique can treat beta-thalassemia, sickle cell anemia	0	5
2012-03-28	Boston Scientific pledges $100,000 to SIR Foundation's Discovery Campaign	0	None
2012-03-28	Possible link between sleep apnea and post-surgical delirium	0	None
2012-03-28	CRF initiates Harmonizing Outcomes with Revascularization and Stents in AMI II trial	0	None
2012-03-27	New CMS requirement increases ICD placement costs	0	None
2012-03-27	Study reveals clinically relevant differences between on pump and off pump bypass	0	None
2012-03-27	High-risk, high-cost PCI patients can be identified through pre-procedure bleeding risk score	0	None
2012-03-27	Detailed CT scan can safely and quickly rule out possibility of heart attack	0	None
2012-03-27	Sientra receives FDA approval for new silicone gel-filled breast implant	0	None
2012-03-27	CRT-D appropriate for patients with left ventricular dysfunction	0	None
2012-03-27	Catheter-based heart valve procedures effective for patients with aortic stenosis	0	None
2012-03-27	Minimally invasive treatments re-establish blood flow in people with chronic DVT	0	None
2012-03-27	Bariatric surgery effectively controls diabetes	0	None
2012-03-27	TJUH's Department of Radiation Oncology unveils new brachytherapy suite	0	None
2012-03-27	New technique can detect small secondary brain tumours	0	None
2012-03-27	CCTA can safely and rapidly identify candidates for discharge from EDs	0	None
2012-03-27	DBS allows surgeons to control tremors with brain 'pacemaker'	0	None
2012-03-27	RUMC to offer new stereotactic radiosurgery treatment program	0	None
2012-03-27	Angioplasty can be safely and effectively performed at community hospitals	0	None
2012-03-27	Carotid artery stenting safe and effective in older adults	0	None
2012-03-27	Study clarifies conflicting reports for clot aspiration and abciximab administration	0	None
2012-03-27	Bariatric surgery better than standard medical treatment for severe type 2 diabetes	0	None
2012-03-27	Novel interventional radiology procedure zaps around complicated pancreatic tumors	0	None
2012-03-27	Bolus intracoronary abciximab reduces infarct size in high-risk patients with STEMI	0	None
2012-03-27	Study finds imbalance between growth of PCI centers and the U.S. population	0	None
2012-03-27	Medtronic Resolute DES found effective through two years	0	None
2012-03-26	Transplanted ovaries can delay menopause and allow for a successful pregnancy	0	None
2012-03-26	Dick Cheney’s heart transplant success at 71	1	None
2012-03-26	Lower BMI increases risk during insertion of ICDs	0	None
2012-03-26	CardioFocus introduces HeartLight Endoscopic Ablation System for AF in the Netherlands	0	4
2012-03-26	Accuray releases PlanTouch integrated software application in radiation oncology	0	None
2012-03-26	Stem cells from own bone marrow improve heart function	0	None
2012-03-26	CCTA identifies more patients with coronary artery disease	0	None
2012-03-26	Cheney surgery sparks discussion of age and heart transplants	1	None
2012-03-26	Percutaneous cryoablation freezes and destroys breast cancer tumors	1	None
2012-03-26	PCI may be an excellent option for STEMI patients 90 years and older	0	None
2012-03-26	Blockages in right coronary artery are most common places for coronary dissection	0	None
2012-03-26	Toshiba's Infinix-i cardiovascular X-ray system highlighted at ACC 2012	0	None
2012-03-26	Well-balanced diet and exercise can prevent colorectal cancer	0	None
2012-03-26	Benvenue's Blazer Vertebral Augmentation System now available in the U.S.	0	None
2012-03-26	Minimally invasive endovascular treatment for CCSVI is safe in patients with MS	1	5
2012-03-26	Largest study to date to look at BMC therapy in patients with heart failure	0	None
2012-03-26	Women more likely to experience UI following vaginal delivery	0	None
2012-03-26	Endovascular aneurysm repair associated with lower mortality rates	0	None
2012-03-26	USS more successful in removing palpable breast tumours	0	None
2012-03-26	Nordion introduces new custom dose feature in Canada, Europe for TheraSphere	0	None
2012-03-26	Angioplasty safe for MS patients with venous abnormalities	0	None
2012-03-26	New embolization procedure may bring hope to men with enlarged prostate	0	None
2012-03-26	Medtronic announces results from two Symplicity system trials on treatment-resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-03-26	CVD/MI complications tend to occur within first 30 days after PCI	0	None
2012-03-26	New guidelines for CT-guided biopsies of lung nodules reduce radiation exposure	0	None
2012-03-26	Toshiba to showcase Infinix-i vascular X-ray product line at SIR annual meeting	0	None
2012-03-26	Medgenics to commence EPODURE Biopumps Phase IIa study in ESRD-related anemia	0	None
2012-03-23	Aternative pain medication without narcotics safe after sinus surgery	0	None
2012-03-23	Age of live donor has insignificant effect on long-term health of transplanted kidney	0	None
2012-03-23	Genetic marker identifies tumors unable to repair DNA damage by platinum agents	0	None
2012-03-23	Treatment with aromatase inhibitors enables some women to have lumpectomy	0	None
2012-03-23	Ultrasound-guided surgery more successful in removing breast tumours	0	None
2012-03-23	Va. voters divided over support for ultrasound law; Other related news	0	None
2012-03-23	Bronchoscopy helps distinguish phenotypes, personalize therapy for refractory asthma	0	None
2012-03-23	Shady Grove Fertility to conduct free donor egg patient seminar in Philadelphia	0	None
2012-03-23	FBR accepts entries for 11th annual Michael E. DeBakey Journalism Awards	0	None
2012-03-23	Johns Hopkins surgeons seek IRB approval to perform facial transplantation	0	None
2012-03-23	Immediate skull reconstruction aggravates brain damage in TBI model	0	None
2012-03-23	OncoSec to present data from head and neck cancer studies at two upcoming conferences	0	None
2012-03-23	Cardiff team receives European grants to develop 'RealTCut' surgical simulation	0	None
2012-03-23	Boston Scientific's WallFlex Stent technology now available for interventional radiologists	0	None
2012-03-23	RT after surgery could reduce chances of local DCIS recurrence by 50%	0	None
2012-03-23	Scientists artificially derive brain stem cells from connective tissue of mice	1	None
2012-03-23	HCC patients have reduced risk of waitlist mortality	0	None
2012-03-22	Population-based mammography programmes still save significant number of lives	0	None
2012-03-22	Memorial Sloan-Kettering first in N.Y. to offer radioactive seed localization for breast cancer	0	None
2012-03-22	Powerful immunosuppressant cells from cheek lining tissue	0	None
2012-03-22	Thromboembolic events can occur after musculoskeletal injury and related surgery	0	None
2012-03-22	UM hospital second in the U.S. to perform full face transplant	0	None
2012-03-22	EMS responders can play a significant role in reducing MCTB time for STEMI patients	0	None
2012-03-22	Peripheral nerve stimulation may help manage neuropathic pain in injured soldiers	0	None
2012-03-21	Neurosurgeon saves two boys with a parallel brain operation	0	None
2012-03-21	More colonoscopy procedures under anesthesia than expected: Study	0	None
2012-03-21	CIBMTR report shows higher survival rate for patients treated at RPCI's BMT program	0	None
2012-03-21	Fat-enclosed nanoparticles can directly irradiate brain tumor	0	None
2012-03-21	Bone-marrow derived MSCs may reduce acute rejection rates in kidney recipients	0	None
2012-03-21	Two-year results from Boston Scientific's PROMUS Element trial to be presented at ACC 2012	0	None
2012-03-21	Enrollment commences in Global Registry for Endovascular Aortic Treatment	0	None
2012-03-21	BioDrain announces installation of two STREAMWAY units at Specialty Surgery Center	0	None
2012-03-21	Two SpinalMotion's sub-5mm Kineflex|C cervical total disc replacements receive CE Mark	0	None
2012-03-21	Terason receives FDA 510(k) clearance to use Soma's AxoTrack technology	0	None
2012-03-21	Systagenix announces U.S. launch of EPIFIX amniotic membrane allograft	0	None
2012-03-20	Delcath receives first commercial order for CHEMOSAT system from IEO	0	None
2012-03-20	RaySearch receives PMH contract for new adaptive radiation therapy solution	0	None
2012-03-20	EJSO publishes results from Cytori breast reconstruction cell therapy trial	0	None
2012-03-20	North Shore-LIJ inaugurates NYHNI's Center for Cranial Base Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital	0	None
2012-03-20	Mayo Clinic researchers train mouse immune systems to eradicate skin cancer from within	0	None
2012-03-20	Benvenue Medical initiates enrollment in Luna Interbody System for Fusion Trial	0	None
2012-03-19	Boston Scientific lauds private insurance reimbursement coverage for bronchial thermoplasty	0	None
2012-03-19	FDA approves key testing phase for artificial pancreas	0	None
2012-03-19	BSD-500 Hyperthermia System installed at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital	0	None
2012-03-19	Hive Health Media article cites several tips to improve skin's health	0	None
2012-03-19	Amphar, ETView Medical to distribute VivaSight airway devices	0	None
2012-03-19	Prostate Center of Academic Urology receives accreditation from ACR, ASTRO	0	None
2012-03-19	RBCC's new agreement with n3D could help develop stem-cell therapies	0	None
2012-03-19	Paper describes results of BMT in models of Rett Syndrome	0	3
2012-03-17	FDA approves IDE for HeartWare 'ADVANCE' bridge-to-transplant clinical trial	0	None
2012-03-17	Gamma Knife surgery stops growth of 'World's tallest living human'	0	None
2012-03-17	Researchers report higher price tag for robotic prostatectomy surgery	0	None
2012-03-17	Clinicians to discuss best approaches for future cancer treatment at Brainlab's radiotherapy meeting	0	None
2012-03-17	APN forms GPO partnership with ASDS	0	None
2012-03-17	Radisphere announces availability of next 'Quality Update' piece	0	None
2012-03-17	PFO closure device no better than drugs alone in preventing recurrent strokes or TIAs	0	None
2012-03-17	State roundup: Minnesota tort reform; Calif. prepares - or not - for newly insured; Reducing C-sections in Oregon	0	None
2012-03-17	Only 21 states require public reporting of hospital data on surgical site infections	0	None
2012-03-17	Enrollment commences in MORE Registry for DBS in patients with refractory epilepsy	0	None
2012-03-17	Solos to introduce new endoscopic instrument line, SteriTAP	0	None
2012-03-17	New book on reproductive treatments	0	None
2012-03-16	Post-chemotherapy cognitive changes impact lives of Asian breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-03-16	Depression increases risk of death in PCI patients	0	None
2012-03-16	Health Canada grants license to Medtronic DBS Therapy for refractory epilepsy	0	None
2012-03-16	New telemetric system safe and effective for ICP measurement	0	None
2012-03-16	OHRI, uOttawa to lead first stem cell therapy trial for septic shock	0	None
2012-03-16	Patients with early stage MPM may be eligible for aggressive multi-modality therapy	0	None
2012-03-16	Combination therapy may improve life span and motor function of infants with Batten disease	0	None
2012-03-16	New technique can sensitize cancer cells to radiation	0	None
2012-03-16	CSL Behring initiates FCH Phase III trial to control bleeding during cardiovascular surgery	0	None
2012-03-15	Health Canada approves Boston Scientific's Blazer Open-Irrigated RFA Catheter	0	None
2012-03-15	Potential efficacy of specialized psychotherapy in bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder	0	None
2012-03-15	Vejthani Hospital offers Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty in Thailand	0	None
2012-03-15	Beating coronary artery bypass surgery may carry an increased likelihood of death	0	None
2012-03-15	Fecal transplantation effective treatment for recurrent C. difficile infection	0	None
2012-03-15	New experimental technique can produce cells with specific functions	0	None
2012-03-15	Researchers design new version of labor-tracking tool for pregnant women	0	None
2012-03-14	Endoscopic transgastric necrosectomy associated with lower risk of major complications	0	None
2012-03-14	Planned elective repeat cesarean lowers risk of serious complications	0	None
2012-03-14	Varicose veins may be a simple cosmetic issue or a serious medical problem	0	None
2012-03-14	Microbubbles and focused ultrasound help drugs enter the brain	0	None
2012-03-14	Researchers double time to store donated cartilage	0	None
2012-03-14	Surgeons perform rare living-donor parathyroid gland transplant	0	5
2012-03-13	Living-donor parathyroid gland transplant allows young woman to forgo 60 pills per day	0	5
2012-03-13	Florida Hospital purchases Mazor Robotics' Renaissance system	0	5
2012-03-13	New recovery protocol treats heart failure patients with LVADs	0	None
2012-03-13	Study describes horrific experiences of poor organ trafficking victims	0	None
2012-03-13	World's tallest man appears to have stopped growing after treatment at UVA	0	None
2012-03-13	Liver sinusoidal endothelial cells can promote liver regeneration	0	None
2012-03-12	Level IIb nodes can be avoided during SND for laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma	0	None
2012-03-12	Study reveals significant variation in use of head computed tomography	0	None
2012-03-12	Korean FDA grants pre-market clearance for ETView's VivaSight‐SL airway management solutions	0	None
2012-03-12	Interventional Spine's PerX360 System to be presented at ISASS annual meeting	0	None
2012-03-12	Gastrointestinal progenitor cells could be coaxed into making insulin	0	5
2012-03-12	Cicel, Mazor Robotics sign agreement to distribute Renaissance system in China	0	None
2012-03-12	Circumcision may decrease risk of prostate cancer	0	1
2012-03-12	UCSD now offer novel weight-loss surgery, gastric plication	0	None
2012-03-11	Sientra announces FDA approval of silicone breast implants.	0	None
2012-03-09	Studies presented at CROI examine voluntary medical male circumcision	0	None
2012-03-09	Elekta Clarity 3D system transforms prostate radiotherapy at UHG	0	None
2012-03-09	3SBio, DaVita partner to offer dialysis services in NE China	0	None
2012-03-09	Avedro submits VibeX/KXL System NDA with FDA to treat keratoconus, corneal ectasia	0	None
2012-03-09	ICON's Nuloy Coronary Stent System receives CE Mark	0	None
2012-03-08	Surgical intervention can be life-restoring for people with intractable temporal lobe epilepsy	0	None
2012-03-08	Symposium to cover latest breakthroughs in percutaneous treatment of CAD	0	None
2012-03-08	M-FAST improves simulation education across the nursing schools	0	None
2012-03-08	Some top researchers no longer think of glaucoma solely as an eye disease	0	None
2012-03-08	New minimally invasive procedure can treat resistant hypertension	0	None
2012-03-08	Combining radiation therapy with ipilimumab shows promise against melanoma	0	None
2012-03-07	Transcranial direct current stimulation safe and effective treatment for depression	0	None
2012-03-07	FDA approves Covidien's EverFlex Self-Expanding Peripheral Stent System	0	None
2012-03-07	AMTR soon after failure of AEDs may reduce risk of seizures in epilepsy patients	0	None
2012-03-07	Physicians study human stem cell use as possible treatment for ischemic stroke	0	None
2012-03-07	Patients with traumatic cervical spine injury benefit from early surgery	0	None
2012-03-07	Colon cancer screening guidelines released	0	None
2012-03-07	Methodist, UH to improve existing surgical training processes	0	None
2012-03-07	EES to demonstrate innovative surgical simulations at SAGES conference	0	None
2012-03-07	First study to demonstrate cost-effectiveness of intensive TBI care	0	None
2012-03-07	African Americans more likely to develop keloid after head and neck surgery	1	5
2012-03-06	Aggressive treatment of severe TBI is cost-effective: Study	0	None
2012-03-06	AcelRx initiates ARX-01 Phase 3 study for treatment of post-operative pain	0	None
2012-03-06	Marriage boosts survival following coronary artery bypass surgery	0	None
2012-03-06	Ivantis initiates enrollment in Hydrus Microstent study for open angle glaucoma	0	None
2012-03-06	UAB first hospital in Alabama to offer Melody Valve replacement	0	None
2012-03-06	Male circumcision initiative in Kenya fails to meet target for first time, PlusNews reports	1	1
2012-03-06	Penn-led team develops universal approach to personalized cancer therapy based on T cells	0	None
2012-03-06	T-cells can develop in human tonsils	0	None
2012-03-06	Gamma Knife vs. craniotomy to treat epilepsy	1	5
2012-03-06	Cdk1 molecule plays an important role in mammalian egg maturation	0	None
2012-03-05	Scientists successfully cultivate stem cells on human corneas	0	None
2012-03-05	New depression treatment “safe and effective”	3	None
2012-03-05	Medtronic launches MRI passive leads approved for full body MRI scans	0	None
2012-03-05	FUJIFILM Synapse RIS v6.1 receives modular EHR certification for Meaningful Use for radiology	0	None
2012-03-05	ETView completes Viva EB Endobronchial Blocker Technical File submission for review by MDC	0	None
2012-03-05	Repligen seeks EMA marketing approval for SecreFlo for pancreatic imaging	0	None
2012-03-05	Researchers identify mechanism with which cancer cells protect themselves against damage	0	None
2012-03-05	Lixiu, BIEL announce distribution agreement for RecoveryRx devices	0	None
2012-03-05	Bovine collagen can enhance gum healing	0	None
2012-03-04	Scientists discover how to enhance production of hepatocytes to repair damaged liver tissue	0	4
2012-03-03	Deficits in mirror neuron system contribute to social impairments in ASD	0	None
2012-03-03	Obstetricians heavily influenced by family preferences during periviable counseling	0	None
2012-03-03	Water treated with ozone eradicates prions	5	5
2012-03-03	IFHP releases 2011 Comparative Price Report	0	None
2012-03-03	Early surgical intervention stops seizures and improves quality of life	0	None
2012-03-02	Congress urged to pass 'Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2012'	0	None
2012-03-02	Birmingham hip resurfacings OK for men, but not for women	0	None
2012-03-02	Combination of implanted DCs and EBRT effective in creating sarcoma tumor immune response	0	None
2012-03-02	Combining two common cancer-fighting strategies may have 'tremendous synergy'	0	None
2012-03-02	Bisphosphonates improve fixation of dental impants in human bones	0	None
2012-03-02	Blood, urine markers can predict heart surgery patients at higher risk for worse AKI	0	None
2012-03-02	Robotic surgery effective in treating oropharyngeal cancer in patients with HPV	0	None
2012-03-02	Surgeon education can reduce unnecessary spinal hardware wastage	0	None
2012-03-02	Vein illumination improves patient preference and satisfaction with hospitals	0	None
2012-03-02	Bariatric surgery safe for CKD patients with obesity	0	5
2012-03-02	Study: Kidney donors at no increased risk of heart disease	1	None
2012-03-02	CSL Behring to receive 2012 EURORDIS Award for pioneering work	0	None
2012-03-02	Four leading organizations release recommendations to ensure optimal care of TAVR patients	0	None
2012-03-01	DRI scientists create novel oxygen-generating material	0	None
2012-03-01	Metal hip implants need monitoring annually: MHRA issues guidelines	0	None
2012-03-01	'Call to action' on wrong-route injections in anesthesia	0	None
2012-03-01	New robotic surgical system can treat early-stage lung cancer	0	None
2012-03-01	SIR to showcase latest minimally invasive treatments at 37th annual meeting	0	None
2012-03-01	ROSETTA Study to compare two therapies in women with overactive bladder	0	None
2012-03-01	New system improves chances of pregnancy during IVF	0	None
2012-03-01	MU researcher to improve current rehabilitation strategies for amputees	1	5
2012-03-01	More than 80% of anesthesiologists have been involved in surgical catastrophes	0	None
2012-03-01	RMC offers groundbreaking new procedure for LSS patients	0	None
2012-03-01	Scientists discover new way to measure success rate of IVF embryos	0	None
2012-03-01	Ultrasound-based TE more accurate in detecting hepatic fibrosis	0	None
2012-02-29	Minimally invasive treatments to be showcased at SIR's 37th Annual Scientific Meeting	0	None
2012-02-29	On-site pathology evaluations cut operating time, reduce costs of breast cancer care	0	None
2012-02-29	TUT creates first biodegradable joint implant for arthritic patients	0	None
2012-02-28	Baxter commences CD34+ stem cell phase III trial in CMI	0	None
2012-02-28	Stents not more beneficial than medications in stable coronary artery disease: Study	0	None
2012-02-28	Initial stent implantation does not appear to improve outcomes for patients with stable CAD	0	None
2012-02-28	Journal of Cardiac Failure explains new recommendations for CRT use	0	None
2012-02-28	New approaches may increase effectiveness of SCS for severe back pain	0	None
2012-02-28	WATCHMAN device may prevent stroke in AF patients	0	None
2012-02-28	New protocol decreases sternum infections in kids by 61%	0	None
2012-02-28	Research identifies factors in long-term transplant survival	0	None
2012-02-27	BY-BAND study to compare two types of gastric surgery for obesity	0	None
2012-02-27	GE Healthcare Discovery MR750w 3.0T scanner installed at BRMI	0	None
2012-02-27	OptiMedica launches Catalys Precision Laser System in the US	0	3
2012-02-27	Hand rejuvenation therapy effective for reducing damage	0	None
2012-02-27	Ovaries of reproductive-age women possess egg precursor cells that can mature into eggs	0	None
2012-02-27	First patients in Germany treated with Delcath Hepatic CHEMOSAT Delivery System	0	None
2012-02-27	Diaverum expands core dialysis clinic network	0	None
2012-02-27	Aesculap, Osseon partner to distribute VCF treatment devices	0	None
2012-02-27	H2S transforms dental pulp stem cells into liver cells	0	5
2012-02-27	New method can predict whether Tylenol-poisoning patients need liver transplant	0	None
2012-02-24	New, less toxic radiotherapy technique specifically targets cancerous tissue	0	None
2012-02-24	MRI on the nanoscale closer to realty	0	None
2012-02-24	Blue Belt's Navio PFS System receives CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-02-24	Va. lawmakers backdown from requiring invasive, pre-abortion ultrasound	0	None
2012-02-24	Kidney failure patients may benefit from frequent and longer dialysis treatments	0	None
2012-02-24	Ga. vasectomy bill goes viral	0	None
2012-02-24	Scientists decode two new blood types	0	None
2012-02-24	Cigarette smoke exposure results in allograft rejection	0	None
2012-02-24	Wolters Kluwer, APAO launch Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology	0	None
2012-02-23	Colonoscopy reduces mortality from colorectal cancer	0	None
2012-02-23	Machine perfusion offers significant improvements for 3-year graft survival in kidney transplantation	0	None
2012-02-23	Surgery associated with brain atrophy in elderly patients with MCI	1	None
2012-02-23	Porter surgeon first in the U.S. to perform single-incision cholecystectomy	0	None
2012-02-23	Intravenous ibuprofen: A key addition to perioperative pain management	0	None
2012-02-23	U-M Cardiovascular Center now offers Edwards aortic valve replacement	0	4
2012-02-23	Self-propelled devices through the bloodstream a reality	0	None
2012-02-23	Teleflex announces two new agreements with HealthTrust	0	None
2012-02-23	NK cells play an important role in rejection of porcine chondrocytes transplantation	0	None
2012-02-23	Surgical instruments, CT pan-scans under scrutiny	0	None
2012-02-23	Study confirms efficacy of CT Colonography as a front line colorectal cancer screening tool	0	None
2012-02-23	Accelitech embarks on a proton cancer therapy project	0	None
2012-02-22	Osseon's new vertebral augmentation device receives European CE Mark approval	0	None
2012-02-22	Facial cosmetic surgeries indeed take years off: Study	0	None
2012-02-22	How 30 kidneys linked 60 lives	0	None
2012-02-22	AANEM endorses AAN guideline update on intraoperative monitoring	0	None
2012-02-22	UMC Utrecht, DSM collaborate for Dyneema Purity fiber technology	0	None
2012-02-22	DRG cells may hold potential for nerve transplants	0	None
2012-02-21	FDA grants Priority Review for Repligen's SecreFlo NDA	0	None
2012-02-21	Frailty test for elderly also helps measure transplant candidates	0	None
2012-02-21	Intraoperative monitoring of spinal cord may help prevent paralysis	0	None
2012-02-20	The final link in world's longest living-donor kidney transplant chain	0	None
2012-02-20	Birmingham dermatologist first to offer anti-cellulite Cellulaze procedure	0	None
2012-02-20	ETView Medical enters into patent license agreement for thoracic surgery devices	0	None
2012-02-20	James E. Cary Cancer Center to implement RayStation treatment planning system	0	None
2012-02-20	Charité launches new EU research project to personalize breast cancer treatment	0	None
2012-02-20	PIP breast implant removal and consultation costing the NHS large sums	0	4
2012-02-19	Low dose carbon monoxide therapy can prevent fetal death	0	None
2012-02-18	NPAF commends passage of bill for parity in insurance coverage for orally administered chemotherapy	0	5
2012-02-18	FDA prioritizes review of Ra-223 and MDV3100 for treating CRPC	0	5
2012-02-18	Elekta's Fraxion integrates all proven cranial immobilization options in a single solution	0	None
2012-02-18	Study reveals immune mechanism for surveillance over EBV infection	0	None
2012-02-17	Lung cancer patients with severe COPD can benefit from SBRT	0	1.5
2012-02-17	Patient education program may help reduce kidney transplant-related disparities	0	None
2012-02-17	New process can transform discarded human fat into soft-tissue substitute	0	None
2012-02-17	Nordion celebrates first anniversary of market launch of TheraSphere	0	None
2012-02-17	New transfection method changes genetic material of cancer cells	0	None
2012-02-17	Stent-assisted coil embolization helps repair coronary aneurysm	0	None
2012-02-17	UC San Diego offers catheter ablation for patients with atrial fibrillation	1	None
2012-02-17	Cryoablation increases survival rates in ovarian cancer patients	0	None
2012-02-16	Researchers test nanoscale carbon clusters for cancer chemotherapy	0	None
2012-02-16	MV-GFP extends survival of animals with medulloblastoma	0	None
2012-02-16	Deep brain stimulation can also affect respiratory function	0	None
2012-02-16	WSU's novel gene-therapy for blindness receives $250,000 FFB grant	0	None
2012-02-16	Combination of therapeutic cancer vaccines and chemotherapy shows promise	0	None
2012-02-15	Baby Jaya receives a pacemaker 15 mins after birth	0	None
2012-02-15	St. Jude Medical to examine cost-effectiveness of FFR-guided therapy in Australia, Asia	0	None
2012-02-15	Online anatomy dissector a 'superb learning tool': JAMA	0	None
2012-02-15	Surgeons fix plumbing in the heart of newborn 5 days old	0	None
2012-02-15	Biological scaffold for heart valves can be freeze-dried for later use	0	None
2012-02-15	Smart sensors can enable orthopaedicians to collect objective, quantifiable information	0	None
2012-02-15	Scott & White earns Joint Commission's certification for VAD Program	0	None
2012-02-15	Health professionals should routinely recommend chemo websites for cancer patients	0	None
2012-02-15	Breast augmentations most common form of plastic surgery nationwide	0	None
2012-02-15	New vaccine can prevent bacterial infection of orthopaedic implants	0	None
2012-02-14	Cartilage graft can stimulate bone regeneration	0	None
2012-02-14	Diffusion-weighted MRI may effectively indicate response to ovarian cancer treatment	0	None
2012-02-14	Canada organ donation rates plateau	0	None
2012-02-14	Abbott's Tacrolimus assay provides consistent medication monitoring for organ transplant patients	0	None
2012-02-14	Radiation treatment transforms breast cancer stem cells into new iBCSCs	0	None
2012-02-14	Bilateral nerve sparing helps retain orgasmic function after prostrate cancer surgery	0	None
2012-02-14	GAO finds big disparities in prices of some medical devices	0	None
2012-02-14	Knee replacements double in 10 years, study says	0	None
2012-02-14	New potential therapy for Huntington disease	0	None
2012-02-14	Surgery causes musculoskeletal alterations in breast cancer patients	0	None
2012-02-14	UT Southwestern installs new system to deliver precise radiation therapy	0	None
2012-02-14	UMDNJ-RWJMS, RWJUH among the first to offer TAVR procedure	0	None
2012-02-13	Medtronic begins two Symplicity renal denervation system clinical initiatives	0	None
2012-02-13	Plastic surgery on the rise among Americans	0	None
2012-02-13	Not many football players return to play after reconstructive ACL surgery	0	None
2012-02-13	Radiation therapy may not benefit many older lung cancer patients	0	None
2012-02-13	Children with delayed ACL reconstruction have higher rates of knee injuries	0	None
2012-02-13	NYU Langone's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery publishes 2012 Quality and Outcomes Report	0	None
2012-02-13	Early MSC transplantation can help repair neonatal brain damage	0	None
2012-02-13	PORT may not prolong life in older people with NSCLC	0	None
2012-02-13	Researchers complete systematic review of three major orthopaedic journals	0	None
2012-02-13	Organ transplant patients can benefit from cochlear implants	0	None
2012-02-13	Cesarean delivery may increase risk of breathing problems in preterm babies	0	None
2012-02-13	PRP therapy shows promise against elbow injuries	0	None
2012-02-12	Primary ACL reconstruction improves quality of life and sports functionality for athletes	0	None
2012-02-12	Preterm C-section could raise risk of breathing difficulties: Study	0	None
2012-02-10	Bupivacaine may effectively manage pain after total knee replacement	0	None
2012-02-10	TKR surgeries have more than doubled over the past decade	0	None
2012-02-10	Study reveals racial disparities in renal transplant access	0	None
2012-02-10	Two studies on shoulder instability in military population	0	None
2012-02-10	Shorter stay protocols for TKR patients may increase risk of mortality, readmission	0	None
2012-02-10	Hip fracture patients should be screened for cervical myelopathy	0	None
2012-02-10	Gene therapy to promote remyelination in mouse model of MS	1	None
2012-02-10	Induction of labor does not minimize risk of respiratory problems, infection in infants	0	None
2012-02-10	Injecting MWCNTs can kill tumor initiating breast cancer stem cells	0	None
2012-02-10	Optimal timing of elective delivery is 39 weeks for women with prior cesarean	0	None
2012-02-10	Study shows high cost of defensive orthopaedic care	0	None
2012-02-10	New device offers fresh hope for patients with Motor Neurone Disease	0	None
2012-02-10	Adaptive radiotherapy may benefit patients with head and neck cancer	0	None
2012-02-10	Smith & Nephew introduces POLARCUP Dual Mobility Hip System	0	None
2012-02-09	Patients with GERD benefit from radiofrequency ablation	0	3
2012-02-09	Women less satisfied with pain control after TKR surgery	0	None
2012-02-09	Rhinoplasty successfully retains African American patient's ethnic features	0	None
2012-02-09	Web-based follow-up after TJR may improve physician access for critical care	0	None
2012-02-09	Readministration of gene therapy improves vision in three patients with LCA	0	5
2012-02-09	Antidepressants make patients feel less satisfied after THR	0	None
2012-02-09	Patients should limit sporting activities to maintain hip prosthesis	0	None
2012-02-09	First comprehensive look at how metal-on-metal total hip replacements fail in patients	0	None
2012-02-09	Deep-brain stimulation of entorhinal cortex can strengthen memory	0	None
2012-02-09	Primary nitinol stent implantation effective in treating atherosclerosis than balloon angioplasty	0	None
2012-02-09	ASTRO creates guideline on radiotherapeutic, surgical management for brain metastases	0	None
2012-02-09	OATS procedure superior to microfracture in repairing cartilage defects	1	None
2012-02-08	BioMimetic to launch new bone graft substitute product line at AAOS meeting	0	None
2012-02-08	FDA clears externally controllable internal limb lengthening system	1	None
2012-02-08	Elevated risk of PE occurs within first 7 days after total joint replacement surgery	0	None
2012-02-08	Patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis do not benefit from epidural steroid injections	0	None
2012-02-08	New technologies safe and effective for fat removal	0	None
2012-02-08	Spectrum Health installs Toshiba's Aplio 500 ultrasound system	0	None
2012-02-08	Telephone support can improve outcomes in high-risk TKR patients	0	None
2012-02-08	Cirrhosis patients with low musle mass more apt to die	0	None
2012-02-08	New skin fillers and laser technologies can correct signs of aging	0	None
2012-02-07	Study highlights benefits of TKR in elderly patients with osteoarthritis	0	None
2012-02-07	LE strips can have a role in rapid diagnosis of periprosthetic joint infection	0	None
2012-02-07	NQF endorses two surgical outcomes-based measures from ACS NSQIP	0	None
2012-02-07	Anticoagulation drugs can prevent PE, DVT after total joint replacement	0	None
2012-02-07	World’s first 3D printed jaw transplant	0	5
2012-02-07	Ultrasound makes arthritis evaluation and treatment quicker and more accurate	0	None
2012-02-07	LE strips can rapidly diagnose periprosthetic joint infection	0	None
2012-02-07	Novel stem-cell technique to enhance bone growth	0	None
2012-02-07	Epilepsy surgery improves QOL and long-term seizure control	0	None
2012-02-07	Low-dose MNC hUCB therapy effective in ALS-modeled mice	0	None
2012-02-07	Wake Forest Baptist researchers create emergency general surgery registry	0	None
2012-02-07	AJRR selects Remedy Informatics to build national hip and knee replacement registry	0	None
2012-02-07	Researchers derive vessel-forming stem cells from amniotic fluid	0	None
2012-02-07	CRT2012 conference to discuss PCI procedures using CorPath 200 System	0	None
2012-02-06	Positive data from Chimerix CMX001 Phase 2 study on CMV disease	0	None
2012-02-06	Successful six organ transplants in 9 year old	0	None
2012-02-06	Emergent Financial Group raises $11.8M for Tenex Health	0	None
2012-02-06	Positive results from Chimerix CMX001 study for CMV in hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients	0	None
2012-02-06	TeDan Surgical launches Phantom Series MIS Anterior Hip Retractor System	0	None
2012-02-06	ConforMIS adds 22 patents to patient-specific implants and instrumentation systems portfolio	0	None
2012-02-06	Boston Scientific launches Expect 19 Flex Endoscopic Ultrasound Aspiration Needle	0	None
2012-02-06	Russian neurosurgical institute acquires Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion system	0	None
2012-02-06	ETView files Viva EB Pre-Marketing Notification Application with FDA	0	None
2012-02-06	U-M develops new system to reduce incidence of retained surgical instruments	0	None
2012-02-06	AOPO supports and facilitates living organ and tissue donation	0	None
2012-02-04	New stent retriever procedure safe, effective for patients with stroke	0	None
2012-02-04	CT-guided catheters carry t-PA to shrink clots in patients with ICH	0	None
2012-02-04	UCSD Moores Cancer Center offers NovoTTF procedure for patients with GBM	0	None
2012-02-03	Stryker announces results from clinical study of Trevo System on acute ischemic stroke	0	None
2012-02-03	Interim results from Spectranetics laser atherectomy catheter study on ISR	0	None
2012-02-03	New procedure rapidly induces nerve regeneration	0	None
2012-02-03	Minimally invasive technique gets rid of potentially lethal blood clots in the brain	0	None
2012-02-03	Home-based dialysis treatments appear to decline in developed countries	0	None
2012-02-02	Study finds opening blocked neck arteries with metal stent or surgery equally durable	0	None
2012-02-02	Complex PCI: Left Main and CTO Summit to be held Feb. 23-25	0	None
2012-02-02	Researchers identify mechanism that leads to ischemia-reperfusion damage	0	None
2012-02-02	Intra-arterial technique of stem cell transplantation may enhance functional recovery from TBI	0	5
2012-02-02	Multiple exposures to anesthesia associated with higher rates of ADHD in children	0	5
2012-02-02	ImmunoCellular receives U.S. patent allowance for cancer stem cell treatment	0	None
2012-02-02	Healthy lung tissue transplantation shows promise for patients with pulmonary diseases	0	4
2012-02-01	AACS 2012 announces record attendance at annual scientific meeting	0	None
2012-02-01	New York hospital offers at-home method for tissue expansion for breast reconstruction surgery	0	5
2012-02-01	Leading medical groups collaborate to ensure consistent, responsible uptake of TAVR	0	None
2012-02-01	Study reveals substantial differences in rates of follow-up surgeries after partial mastectomy	0	None
2012-02-01	New ultrasound can overcome challenges linked with kidney stone treatment	0	None
2012-02-01	OPN-305 may improve survival outcomes for kidney transplant patients	0	None
2012-02-01	Initial data from Abiomed's Symphony safety trial on chronic heart failure	0	None
2012-02-01	RMC first in N.J. to offer TESSYS minimally invasive surgery for patients with herniated discs	0	None
2012-02-01	Nearly one in four women have another surgery following partial mastectomy	0	None
2012-02-01	General anesthesia may lower recurrence risk in patients with HCC	0	None
2012-02-01	Majority of children can safely quit anti-rejection drugs after liver transplant from parents	0	None
2012-02-01	Faster, less expensive methods of circumcision being tested, reviewed, New York Times reports	0	None
2012-02-01	Continuous wound infusion with local anesthetic reduces pain after hip surgery	0	None
2012-02-01	Surgical breast biopsies may not be as overused as previously thought	0	None
2012-02-01	CPET measurement predicts mortality in patients following liver transplantation	0	None
2012-02-01	Study demonstrates safety of weight reduction surgery in morbidly obese adolescents	0	None
2012-02-01	Study finds sharp increase in BMP use for spinal fusion surgery	0	None
2012-01-31	Cardiopulmonary exercise testing may predict post-liver transplantation survival	0	None
2012-01-31	Study compares needle fasciotomy and conventional surgery for Dupuytren's contractures	0	None
2012-01-31	Size of a man's prostate gland may determine severity of cancer	0	None
2012-01-31	New HIS guidelines to minimize surgical infections in day centers, primary care	0	None
2012-01-31	UMC to offer ditto device for pediatric patients	0	None
2012-01-31	Custom Spine achieves ISO-13485 and receives CE Mark for all current products	0	None
2012-01-31	Cook Medical, Cardinal Health partner to distribute CVC procedural kits in North America	0	None
2012-01-30	FDA approves Baxter's TISSEEL for general hemostasis in surgery	0	None
2012-01-30	Fat grafting may reduce radiation-induced complications in breast implants	0	None
2012-01-30	New research project seeks to understand how prostate cancer becomes resistant to radiotherapy	0	None
2012-01-30	Covidien Solitaire FR Revascularization Device approved for investigational use	0	None
2012-01-30	Circadian's VGX-100 human antibody improves corneal graft survival	0	None
2012-01-30	Helios Berlin Buch acquires Mobetron for Intra-Operative Electron Radiation Therapy	0	None
2012-01-30	Non-smoking, non-drinking transplant patients more likely to develop head and neck cancer	0	None
2012-01-30	Workshop on psychodrama therapy efficacy at iaedp Symposium 2012	0	None
2012-01-30	New mechanism of drug release using 3D superhydrophobic materials	0	None
2012-01-30	Medtronic signs exclusive distribution agreement with Miami Instruments	0	None
2012-01-27	Positive results from cisplatin plus radiation therapy trial on head and neck cancer	0	None
2012-01-27	CRT launches Acublate to develop HIFU cancer surgery device	0	None
2012-01-27	Two NIH clinical trials to evaluate treatments for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest	0	None
2012-01-27	Rapid discontinuation of prednisone after kidney transplant can help prevent side effects	0	None
2012-01-27	LCI feasible, sensitive non-invasive marker of early lung disease in young children with CF	0	None
2012-01-27	Study: Live liver donor transplantation safer than previously believed	0	None
2012-01-26	Major surgery to donate a portion of liver does not interfere with long, healthy life	0	None
2012-01-25	Amorcyte commences enrollment in PreSERVE Phase 2 trial for acute myocardial infarction	0	None
2012-01-25	Preoperative MRI may help manage neurovascular bundles during RALP	0	None
2012-01-25	UH Case Medical Center initiates enrollment in Moxy Drug Coated Balloon trial for PAD	0	None
2012-01-25	Scientists evaluate growth, differentiation and function of iPSC-derived NPCs in PD	0	None
2012-01-25	Cohera receives FDA IDE approval to initiate U.S. clinical study for TissuGlu	0	None
2012-01-25	Urological cancer experts to examine latest treatment, research findings at 27th Annual EAU Congress	0	5
2012-01-25	One-year results from Covidien's EverFlex stent trial on P.A.D.	0	None
2012-01-25	Enrollment complete in Medtronic's CoreValve U.S. Trial for severe aortic stenosis	0	None
2012-01-25	Cytori's ADRCs safe and feasible for patients with AMI	0	None
2012-01-24	Study reports Tennessee collaborative improves quality of surgical care	0	None
2012-01-24	Creighton researcher to study role of adult stem cells in repairing damaged coronary arteries	0	None
2012-01-24	New gene therapy shows promise against X-linked retinitis pigmentosa	5	5
2012-01-24	Loyola hand surgeon restores circulation and function of thumb and index finger	0	None
2012-01-24	Covidien releases results of TurboHawk and SpiderFX combination study on P.A.D.	0	4
2012-01-24	New technique can quickly measure delayed onset muscle soreness	0	None
2012-01-24	PLC Systems initiates enrollment in RenalGuard pivotal trial for CIN	0	None
2012-01-23	Guided Therapeutics seeks CE Mark approval for LuViva Advanced Cervical Scan	0	None
2012-01-23	FDA grants 510(k) clearance for Medtronic's Aquamantys SBS 5.0 Sheathed Bipolar Sealer	0	None
2012-01-23	FzioMed's DYNAVISC adhesion barrier gel receives European CE Mark approval	0	1
2012-01-23	Crux receives CE mark approval for inferior vena cava filter with BDR	0	None
2012-01-23	New Penumbra 3D device may effectively treat stroke	0	None
2012-01-21	UHCMC now offers HITEC for women with gynecologic cancers	0	5
2012-01-21	RBC storage duration not associated with transfusion-related pulmonary complications	0	None
2012-01-21	Awake ECMO may be an effective bridging strategy for lung transplantation candidates	0	None
2012-01-20	Technological breakthrough allows U-M Health System to reduce patients' radiation exposure	0	None
2012-01-20	Cedars-Sinai's annual Brainworks program to take place on Feb. 13	0	None
2012-01-20	MSC-mediated RNAi transfer holds promise for Huntington's disease	0	None
2012-01-19	LAAx, Terumo CVS partner to distribute TigerPaw System II in the U.S.	0	None
2012-01-19	C-sections on the rise and most mothers not well informed: Queensland study	0	None
2012-01-19	New AACN Practice Alert on catheter-associated urinary tract infections	0	None
2012-01-19	Hawaii surgeons successfully implant FDA-approved eye telescope for AMD	0	None
2012-01-19	Biotectix announces FIH use of electrostimulation device with BT DOT polymer coatings	0	None
2012-01-19	Patients with PsA may benefit from new medications and surgeries	0	None
2012-01-19	Detroit to get first new hospital in 30 years; Dallas' Parkland hospital safety report 'imminent'	0	None
2012-01-19	Henry Ford to conduct Apnex HGNS System clinical trial in OSA	0	None
2012-01-19	Study identifies mechanism that AML cells use to evade chemotherapy	0	None
2012-01-18	Cangrelor allows stent patients to be 'bridged' to cardiac surgery	0	None
2012-01-18	Minimally invasive renal denervation performed for the first time in Canada	0	3
2012-01-18	Memory retraining using mSMT increases cerebral activation in MS patients	0	None
2012-01-18	Peter Munk Cardiac Centre doctors perform renal denervation in first Canadian patient	0	None
2012-01-18	Study examines effect of MELD score-based allocation on post-liver transplant kidney failure	0	None
2012-01-18	Study compares adoptive T-cell therapy with drug-based cancer treatment	0	5
2012-01-18	Combination of tenotomy and PRP injections can treat tendon disorders	0	None
2012-01-18	Scientists develop new gallbladder endoscopy	1	None
2012-01-17	Medtronic announces CE mark and launch of Endurant II AAA Stent Graft System	0	None
2012-01-17	Gastric bypass superior to lap banding finds study	0	None
2012-01-17	Nurse donates kidney to patient	0	None
2012-01-17	Geisinger, InVivo to conduct injectable biocompatible hydrogel preclinical study for PNI	0	None
2012-01-17	No statistical difference between IO and IV infusion in therapeutic hypothermia	0	None
2012-01-17	Traditional autopsy is still the gold standard in determining cause of death	0	None
2012-01-17	Combination of lapatinib and trastuzumab more effective in treating HER2-positive breast cancer	0	4
2012-01-17	Incidence of knee arthroplasty higher in women, finds study	0	None
2012-01-17	New 20-minute procedure effective in treating perforations of the eardrum	0	None
2012-01-17	Angioplasty improves quality of life in MS patients	0	None
2012-01-16	Positive outcomes from Boston Scientific's Epic Stent trial on iliac artery disease	0	None
2012-01-16	AxoGen reports results from Avance Nerve Graft clinical study on PNI	1	None
2012-01-16	Man gets new windpipe with stem cell therapy	0	None
2012-01-15	Implanting more embryos for IVF may do more harm than good: Study	0	None
2012-01-13	Research Roundup: Raising Medicare's eligibility age; Insurance status affects ER imaging services	0	None
2012-01-13	IBM's non-contact, microfluidic, silicon probe minimizes patient discomfort	0	None
2012-01-13	Many seniors with kidney disease are good candidates for transplants	0	None
2012-01-13	Four Loyola anesthesiologists have written chapters for Manual of Clinical Anesthesiology	0	None
2012-01-13	Complex PCI: Left Main and CTO Summit to be held Feb. 23-25, 2012	0	None
2012-01-13	Cabazitaxel with IMRT, androgen deprivation therapy may extend survival for prostate cancer patients	0	None
2012-01-13	New imaging probes can non-invasively detect breast cancer lymph node metastasis	0	None
2012-01-13	Processed nerve allograft effective in treating PNI	0	None
2012-01-12	Emboshield Pro safer in patients ineligible for standard surgical treatment of CAD	0	None
2012-01-12	RaySearch releases version 2.5 of RayStation treatment planning system	0	None
2012-01-12	Patients with hip fractures should be operated on within 48 hours of admission	0	None
2012-01-12	Novel avenues to treat heart attack	0	None
2012-01-12	DBS safe and effective for patients with advanced Parkinson's	0	None
2012-01-11	Study reveals need for improvements in decision-making process for breast cancer surgery patients	0	None
2012-01-11	Precise diagnostic algorithm for fibrosis in HCV patients reduces need for liver biopsy	0	None
2012-01-11	FDA grants 510(k) clearance for Varian's new radiotherapy treatment planning tool	0	None
2012-01-11	SANUWAVE PACE technology reverses negative effects of ischemic, reperfusion injuries	0	None
2012-01-11	Stereotaxis completes 50 clinical procedures with new Niobe ES system to treat cardiac arrhythmias	0	None
2012-01-11	Pulmonx receives CE approval for expanded labeling of Zephyr endobronchial valve	0	None
2012-01-11	Children delivered by caesarean section at slightly elevated risk of asthma: MoBa study	1	None
2012-01-11	Ortho Kinematics' KineGraph Vertebral Motion Analyzer receives FDA 510(k) clearance	0	None
2012-01-10	TCM therapy makes fertility treatments far more effective: Study	0	None
2012-01-09	Noise-cancelling headphones may reduce pain and anxiety of prostate biopsy	0	None
2012-01-09	Argentine President does not have cancer	0	None
2012-01-09	Pacira provides updated timing for commercial launch of EXPAREL	0	None
2012-01-08	HCA issues commitment to offer full support to PIP breast implant patients	0	None
2012-01-08	Men need colon cancer screening earlier than women: Study	0	None
2012-01-07	Acceptance increases for selective non-operative management of stab, gunshot wound patients	0	None
2012-01-07	World's leading cleft charity performs 250,000th surgery in China	0	None
2012-01-07	FDA cautions consumers about unapproved stem cell treatment	0	None
2012-01-07	AB receives TÜV approval for Neptune waterproof sound processor in Europe	0	None
2012-01-07	Mazor Robotics receives European patent titled, 'Miniature Bone-mounted Surgical Robot'	0	None
2012-01-06	FDA approves TGM's hip and knee systems and related surgical instruments	0	None
2012-01-06	Scottsdale Healthcare is first in Arizona to perform TAVR procedure	0	None
2012-01-06	Proton therapy safe and effective for men with prostate cancer	0	None
2012-01-06	SonoPhoto Dynamic Therapy shows promise against squamous cell carcinoma	1	None
2012-01-06	Olympus adds dissolvable sinus spacing and hemostat products to ENT portfolio	0	None
2012-01-06	UCSD surgeons perform west coast's first ex-vivo liver resection	0	5
2012-01-06	Solar power can make hemodialysis treatments more environmentally friendly	0	None
2012-01-05	CRF sponsors Seventh International Conference on Cell Therapy for Cardiovascular Disease	0	None
2012-01-05	Twins born five years apart thanks to advanced reproductive technology	0	None
2012-01-05	More abdominal gunshot and stab wounds are being treated without unnecessary operations	0	None
2012-01-05	Study on miscarriage rates following IVF treatment with frozen thawed embryos	0	None
2012-01-05	Positive results from ProFibrix Phase II Fibrocaps clinical trial	0	None
2012-01-05	One in six patients experience deterioration in quality of life after oesophageal cancer surgery	0	None
2012-01-05	Special issue explores military applications of acupuncture	0	None
2012-01-05	Married patients benefit from herniated spinal disc surgery	0	None
2012-01-05	CMS acknowledges clinical improvement linked with use of Alair Bronchial Thermoplasty System	0	None
2012-01-05	Hypothermia rarely used in the U.S. hospitals to reduce heart attack cases	0	None
2012-01-05	Free public lecture to look at role of stents in treating coronary artery diseases	0	None
2012-01-05	Weight loss surgery can improve blood sugar control in diabetes patients	0	None
2012-01-04	Veloxis commences LCP-Tacro Phase IIIb study in kidney transplant patients	0	None
2012-01-04	Weight loss surgery cuts risk of heart attacks, strokes: Study	0	None
2012-01-04	Pharmalink raises SEK 35 million to further advance Nefecon and Busulipo	0	None
2012-01-04	Children with biliary atresia better tolerate maternal liver grafts	0	None
2012-01-04	Bariatric surgery may reduce cardiovascular deaths and events in obese patients	0	None
2012-01-04	Johns Hopkins Hospital to open new $1.1B patient care building	0	None
2012-01-04	UofL surgeons perform first transcatheter aortic-valve replacement at Jewish Hospital	0	None
2012-01-04	Cardiff University technique could help predict IVF embryos with best success chances	0	None
2012-01-04	Osiris provides update on Prochymal Phase 2 trial for type 1 diabetes	0	None
2012-01-04	Non-invasive test for early detection of fetal gender	0	None
2012-01-04	Avedro's Lasik Xtra procedure receives CE Approval	0	None
2012-01-04	FDA issues PMA response letter to BioMimetic's Augment Bone Graft	0	None
2012-01-04	Low T Center for testosterone replacement therapy opens new clinic in Denver	1	4
2012-01-03	DBS safe and effective for treatment-resistant depression in patients with unipolar MDD or BP	0	None
2012-01-02	Breast implant rupture risk scrutinized and assessed in depth	0	None