Medical Engineering
The development of medical equipment, products and technical procedures is characterized by high research and development costs in a variety of fields related to the study of human medicine.
innovations-report provides informative and stimulating reports and articles on topics ranging from imaging processes, cell and tissue techniques, optical techniques, implants, orthopedic aids, clinical and medical office equipment, dialysis systems and x-ray/radiation monitoring devices to endoscopy, ultrasound, surgical techniques, and dental materials.
MUHC announces a Canadian first: the first successful implantation of a long-term mechanical heart as an alternative to transpla
The HeartMate II, which may last up to 10 years, is being used as part of a clinical trial at the MUHC. It represents a new generation of mechanical heart and…
Siemens introduces „Generation NeXt“ – A New Class of Ultrasound Systems
The Acuson X300, the latest member of the new Siemens X Class of Ultrasound systems, is an ultra-compact, performance-oriented system and uniquely positioned…
IDIBAPS validates the first prognostic DNA chip
Being the world’s first diagnostic DNA chip, it has the main object to predict prognosis and response to therapy of patients suffering from inflammatory bowel…
New Microscope for Eye Surgery
Although modern medical technology has reduced the time it takes to perform ophthalmic surgery, the workload has steadily increased as more operations are…
Harnessing grid computing to save women’s lives
Mammography examinations save thousands of women’s lives every year. However the rate of misdiagnosis can be high – in some instances up to 30%. This is due in…
Surgeons perform first robot-assisted procedures in weight loss, colon and gastric fields
The procedures were performed using DaVinci, a four-armed robot controlled by the surgeon via a joystick. DaVinci can provide better camera views and more…