Innovative developments of the heart valves designed for use in ventricular assist devices.

abstract：:Ureteral stents are used in a variety of urological diseases and procedures. The majority of patients with indwelling ureteral stents experience bothersome symptoms and are at increased risk for urinary tract infection. Stent encrustation and the associated complications can also result in significant patient morbidit...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Chew BH,Duvdevani M,Denstedt JD

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Monitoring a patient's vital signs forms a basic component of care, enabling the identification of deteriorating patients and increasing the likelihood of improving patient outcomes. Several paper-based track and trigger warning scores have been developed to allow clinical evaluation of a patient and guida...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Joshi M,Ashrafian H,Aufegger L,Khan S,Arora S,Cooke G,Darzi A

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transmyocardial revascularization, using the US FDA-approved holmium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) laser system, is a surgical option for patients with debilitating angina caused by diffuse coronary artery disease in areas of the heart not amenable to complete revascularization using conventional treatments. Incre...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Allen KB

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With advances in endoscopic imaging tools, it is becoming increasingly possible to find, assess and treat numerous gastrointestinal (GI) pathologies at the time of endoscopy. This article focuses on the newly developed Pentax confocal endomicroscope that enables in vivo microscopic imaging of the upper and lower GI tr...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Polglase AL,McLaren WJ,Delaney PM

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The slow adoption of innovation into healthcare calls into question the manner of evidence generation for medical technology. This paper identifies potential reasons for this including a lack of attention to human factors, poor evaluation of economic benefits, lack of understanding of the existing healthca...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Borsci S,Uchegbu I,Buckle P,Ni Z,Walne S,Hanna GB

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With optical coherence tomography (OCT), details of arterial injuries during percutaneous coronary intervention can be assessed accurately. There might be an increased risk of stent edge dissections with the novel delivery system for the STENTYS stent. We evaluated the prevalence of stent edge dissections us...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Lu H,Kalkman DN,Grundeken MJ,Tijssen JGP,Wykrzykowska JJ,de Winter RJ,Koch KT

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The advent of catheter ablation has revolutionized the treatment of supraventricular cardiac arrhythmias, including in the last few years, atrial fibrillation. The discovery of electrically active sleeves of atrial myocardium extending into the pulmonary veins has led to the development of pulmonary vein ostial ablati...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Shah D

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The surgical template is a guide aimed at directing the implant placement, tumor resection, osteotomy and bone repositioning. Using it, preoperative planning can be transferred to the actual surgical site, and the precision, safety and reliability of the surgery can be improved. However, the actual workflo...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Chen X,Xu L,Wang W,Li X,Sun Y,Politis C

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Capsule endoscopy is a major breakthrough in gastrointestinal endoscopy and is a first-line tool to detect abnormalities of the small bowel, in up to 50% of patients, intestinal disorders are not associated with any physical findings or positive tests. Indications, yield and impact on patient management of this method...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Pennazio M

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bladder-outflow obstruction is a common age-related clinical entity due to a variety of benign and malignant diseases of the prostate. Surgical treatment is not suitable for high-risk elderly patients who seek minimally invasive management. We present a prostatic thermo-expandable metal stent for treating bladder-outf...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Papatsoris AG,El-Husseiny T,Sawada Y,Takahashi T,Nagaoka A,Maan Z,Moraitis K,Masood J,Junaid I,Buchholz N

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute ischemic stroke is caused by occlusion of a cerebral artery, resulting in loss of brain tissue and neurologic deficits. However, a portion of the ischemic brain can be salvaged if blood flow is restored within an appropriate time frame. The past year has seen the publication of five positive randomized controlle...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Wallace AN,Kansagra AP,McEachern J,Moran CJ,Cross DT 3rd,Derdeyn CP

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Percutaneous transcatheter balloon angioplasty has evolved to the current mainstay treatment for salvage of dysfunctional dialysis access. Nonetheless, it is frequently associated with recurrent vessel restenosis and the need for multiple repeat treatments in order to maintain hemodynamic patency. Cutting-...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kitrou P,Spiliopoulos S,Karnabatidis D,Katsanos K

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Drug-eluting stents are a major breakthrough in cardiology, with the Cypher (Cordis Corporation) and Taxus (Boston Scientific) stents preventing 60-70% of repeat coronary revascularizations, compared with bare metal stents. Both evidence- and risk-based application of drug-eluting stents is expected to create relevant...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Marchetti M

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transforaminal percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy is regarded as an effective alternative to open discectomy. Remarkable technical evolution now enables selective endoscopic removal of an epidurally extruded disc fragment. As a result, the surgical indications for this technique are becoming broader. However, a...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ahn Y

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number and the types of electromagnetic emitters to which patients with active implantable medical devices (AIMD) are exposed to in their daily activities have proliferated over the last decade. Radiofrequency identification (RFID) is an example of wireless technology applied in many fields. The interaction betwee...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mattei E,Censi F,Triventi M,Bartolini P,Calcagnini G

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This review describes the utilization of Visible Heart® methodologies for electrophysiologic studies, specifically in the investigation of monophasic action potential (MAP) recordings, with the aim to facilitate new catheter/device design and development that may lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment, and u...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Schmidt MM,Iaizzo PA

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ventricular assist devices (VAD) are used for mechanical support of the terminally failing heart. Failure of these life supporting systems can be fatal. Early and reliable detection of any upcoming problems is mandatory and is crucial for the outcome. Medical imaging methods are described within this review, which are...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kaufmann F,Krabatsch T

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional ultrasonography represents the first diagnostic imaging modality for the study of pancreatic tumors. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound has significantly improved the accuracy of first-line examination and may influence the choice of second-line investigations: multidetector computed tomography is considered th...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： D'Onofrio M,Gallotti A,Pozzi Mucelli R

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Historically, patients with rotator cuff arthropathy had limited reconstructive options. The early generations of reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) designs had increased failure rates due to loosening of glenoid baseplates secondary to excessive torques. In 1985, Paul Grammont introduced a prosthe...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kazley JM,Cole KP,Desai KJ,Zonshayn S,Morse AS,Banerjee S

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carotid stenosis is responsible for approximately 30% of strokes, and carotid endarterectomy is considered to be the gold-standard treatment. Carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS) has been proposed as an alternative to surgery but the risk of neurological complications and brain embolism remains the major drawback to...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Henry M,Polydorou A,Henry I,Polydorou AD,Hugel M

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic techniques represent a key milestone in the development of modern surgery, offering a step change in quality of care, patient satisfaction and efficiency in use of health service resources. Laparoscopy is most widely used for gall bladder surgery. As would be expected with the introduction of any new tech...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Panesar SS,Salvilla SA,Patel B,Donaldson SL

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction with endobronchial valves is a recently acknowledged treatment option in patients with severe emphysema and absence of interlobar collateral ventilation. In endobronchial valve treatment, implantation of one-way valves leads to deflation of a hyperinflated lung lobe. Mul...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Van Der Molen MC,Klooster K,Hartman JE,Slebos DJ

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this review, surface modification of implant devices by immobilization of biological molecules is discussed. A brief introduction to the development of biomolecular surface science is presented, followed by a review of current activities in selected fields. Bone-contacting devices and some cardiovascular implant de...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Morra M

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The US FDA recognizes that there are many challenges to ensuring that medical devices are used responsibly and safely in the pediatric population. Education plays a key role, and manufacturers and healthcare providers must be informed of medical device issues unique to the pediatric population. Healthcare workers and ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Samuels-Reid J,Cope JU,Morrison AE

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Powered instruments have been introduced into otorhinolaryngology practice over the last decade. These instruments were accepted immediately by many institutions, and continuing development has led to the current use of microdebriders in a variety of surgical procedures in otorhinolaryngology. In clinical rhinology, t...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Cingi C,Sayin I,Civelek S

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Type B aortic dissection (TBAD) is a threatening event that may lead to death for aortic rupture or multivisceral malperfusion in the acute phase and offers a poor prognosis for long term survivors. Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) has become the preferential therapy in acute and chronic complic...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Lovato L,Cefarelli M,Gatta E,Di Eusanio M,Fattori R

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional hemostatic technologies utilized in thyroid surgery include clamp-and-tie, clips and monopolar and bipolar diathermy. Over the last decade, there has been a major shift towards utilizing newer hemostatic technologies, most notably the electrothermal bipolar vessel sealing systems (EBVS) and the Harmonic S...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Butskiy O,Wiseman SM

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article focuses on the surface engineering of ventricular assist devices (VADs) for the treatment of heart failure patients, which involves the modification of surfaces contacting blood in order to improve the blood compatibility (hemocompatibility) of the VADs. Following an introduction to the categorization and...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sin DC,Kei HL,Miao X

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Funding for scientific advancement comes from two dominant sources: public funds used to generate knowledge, and private sector funds in the pursuit of commercial products. It is unclear how to compare the outputs of these two financial mechanisms because both sectors are motivated by common goods but are ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kang HD,Edelman ER,Ku DN

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Considerable research efforts have recently been dedicated to the establishment of various drug delivery systems (DDS) that are mechanical/physical, chemical and biological/molecular DDS. In this paper, we report on the recent advances in site-specific drug delivery (site-specific, controlled, targeted or smart drug d...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Alici G

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00