Cardima Surgical Ablation System: a novel tool for cardiac ablation in the treatment of atrial fibrillation.

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：:The history of thyroid surgery starts with Billroth, Kocher and Halsted, who developed the technique for thyroidectomy between the years of 1873 and 1910. In general the essential objectives for thyroidectomy are: sparing the parathyroid glands, avoidance of injury to the laryngeal nerves, an accurate hemostasis and a...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Dionigi G,Bacuzzi A,Bertocchi V,Carrafiello G,Boni L,Rovera F,Dionigi R

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last decade, bicomponent fibers have been proposed to fabricate bio-inspired systems for tissue repair, regenerative medicine, medical healthcare and clinical applications. In comparison with monocomponent fibers, key advantage concerns their ability of self-adapting to the physiological conditions through an e...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Guarino V,Cirillo V,Ambrosio L

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Cardiac arrest remains a worldwide health problem with very poor outcome. In the absence of bystander resuscitation, survival rates decrease by 10% per minute of arrest and global ischemia. Even the best manual chest compressions, however, can only produce a fraction of normal cardiac output and blood fl...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Riess ML,Balzer C

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:the use of amplatzer occluder family in daily clinical practice has already overcome on-label indications, with growing clinical experience and the technological evolution of devices. Areas covered: We present the case of a patient with a very rare complication following proximal aortic surgery treated usi...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Toušek P,Kočka V,Petr R,Ulman J,Hlavička J,Kolesár M

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Introduction: Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are noninvasive neuromodulation techniques used as therapeutic and research tools for several neuropsychiatric conditions. Given the exponential scientific growth of this field, we aimed to systematical...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Lucena MFG,Teixeira PEP,Bonin Pinto C,Fregni F

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Precise and accurate biomechanical reconstruction during total hip arthroplasty (THA) is essential for durable long-term survivorship. Accurate fit of cementless hip implants is also crucial to reduce micromotion between the bone-implant interfaces to allow for stable osseointegration. Robotic technology aims to minim...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Banerjee S,Cherian JJ,Elmallah RK,Pierce TP,Jauregui JJ,Mont MA

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Future viral outbreaks are a major threat to societal and economic development throughout the world. A rapid, sensitive and easy-to-use test for viral infections is essential to prevent and control such viral pandemics. Furthermore, a compact, portable device is potentially very useful in remote or developing regions ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ymeti A,Subramaniam V,Beumer TA,Kanger JS

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical implantation of auditory devices to improve or restore the sensation of hearing in affected individuals is a rapidly growing area of modern ear, nose and throat, and audiological practice. Following the enormous success of cochlear implantation and set to take an increasing role in the rehabilitation of d...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Green K

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Total hip resurfacing has long been conceptually attractive to both surgeons and patients. However, historically it has been plagued by limited durability and marked acetabular bone loss. The recent development of wear-resistant bearings, such as metal-on-metal, has led to renewed interest in hip resurfacing in the or...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Moroni A,Cadossi M,Bellenghi C,Romagnoli M,Bevoni R,Giannini S

更新日期：2006-11-01 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

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：:The RNS(®) System is the first commercially available device to provide closed-loop responsive brain stimulation. The system includes a cranially implanted neurostimulator that continually monitors the electrocorticogram through one or two depth and/or subdural cortical strip leads that are placed at the seizure focus...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sun FT,Morrell MJ

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hearing-assistive devices, such as hearing aids and cochlear implants, transform the lives of hearing-impaired people. However, users often struggle to locate and segregate sounds. This leads to impaired threat detection and an inability to understand speech in noisy environments. Recent evidence suggests ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Fletcher MD

更新日期：2020-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiosurgery is the application of radiation therapy in an extremely precise manner. These techniques apply large bioequivalent doses of radiation to a small area in order to destroy tumor cells, while sparing surrounding normal tissues. Radiosurgery has been available for intracranial abnormalities since the 1950s bu...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Welch WC,Gerszten PC

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The Ovation stent-graft uncouples the steps of fixation and sealing via a pair of polymer-filled inflatable rings. Apart from the well-documented early results, newer data emerged for mid-term results of Ovation and are presented in this review. AREAS COVERED:Aim of this article was to report all current ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Koutsoumpelis A,Georgakarakos E,Tasopoulou KM,Kontopodis N,Argyriou C,Georgiadis GS

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the utility of a new arterial pressure-based cardiac output (FloTrac) and central venous oximetry (PreSep) monitoring system in the perioperative management of patients undergoing radical esophagectomy. CASE SERIES:From May 2006, a new analyzing device (Vigileo monitor; Edwards Lifesciences LLC, To...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kobayashi M,Ko M,Kimura T,Meguro E,Hayakawa Y,Irinoda T,Takagane A

更新日期：2008-05-01 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：: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:Refinements in endovascular technology have revolutionized the treatment of intracranial aneurysms (IAs) with the development of flow-diversion technology. The first generation of the Pipelin Embolization Device (PED) has demonstrated its safety and efficacy. However, the deployment technique was a difficu...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Aguilar-Salinas P,Brasiliense LB,Gonsales D,Mitchell B,Lima A,Sauvageau E,Hanel R

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The shortage of appropriate donor hearts and the expanding pool of patients waiting for a heart transplantation have led to growing interest in alternative strategies, particularly in mechanical circulatory support. With expanding clinical experience and continued technical advances, continuous-flow pumps are evolving...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Garbade J,Bittner HB,Lehmann S,Mohr FW,Barten MJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deep brain stimulation has emerged rapidly as an effective therapy for movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation includes an implanted brain electrode and a pacemaker-like implanted pulse generator. The clinical application of deep brain stimulation proceeded in the absence of clear understandings of its mechanisms o...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Grill WM

更新日期：2005-07-01 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：: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:Transcatheter devices have contributed significantly to the advances achieved in treating many cardiovascular conditions over the last few decades. Sophisticated and detailed preclinical testing is not only a regulatory requirement to support an investigational device exemption (IDE) application, but more ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Holzer R,Goble J,Hijazi Z

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number of outpatient surgical procedures performed in hospitals, increases daily. In some countries, such as Italy, outpatient operations outnumber inpatient operations. The incidence of thyroid disorders and, in particular, the cancer forms, has been increasing sharply for many years in several countries. Even if...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Dionigi G,Bacuzzi A,Rovera F,Boni L,Piantanida E,Tanda ML,Castano P,Annoni M,Bartalena L,Dionigi R

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To reduce the toxic effects, related clinical problems and complications such as bleeding disorders associated with systemic anticoagulation, it has been hypothesized that by coating the surfaces of medical devices, such as stents, bypass grafts, extracorporeal circuits, guide wires and catheters, there will be a sign...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Conn G,Kidane AG,Punshon G,Kannan RY,Hamilton G,Seifalian AM

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Anastomotic leak (AL) after colorectal surgery is a devastating complication; decreased blood perfusion is an important risk factor. Surgeons rely on subjective measures to assess bowel perfusion. Fluorescence imaging (FI) with indocyanine green (ICG) provides a real-time objective assessment of intestinal...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mizrahi I,Wexner SD

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Catheter directed interventions (CDIs) have evolved over the past decade in an attempt to reduce the complications of systemic thrombolysis, while providing equivalent therapeutic benefits.Areas covered: CDIs include a wide array of catheters that incorporate ultrasound technology, the infusion of thromb...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Abou Ali AN,Saadeddin Z,Chaer RA,Avgerinos ED

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Stent-assisted coiling (SAC) has widened indications of endovascular treatment of intracranial aneurysms (wide-neck, fusiform aneurysms); moreover, it is associated with more stable anatomical results. Besides the development of other techniques such as flow diverter stents, bifurcation stents, or intrasac...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mine B,Bonnet T,Vazquez-Suarez JC,Iosif C,Lubicz B

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00