Non-invasive assessment of gestational hemodynamics: benefits and limitations of impedance cardiography versus other techniques.

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common arrhythmia, has a major impact on both patient morbidity and healthcare economics. Hospital admissions due to AF have risen by two-thirds in the last 20 years. This is due mainly to an aging population and an increasing prevalence of chronic heart disease. Strategies for the m...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mischke K,Schimpf T,Knackstedt C,Hanrath P,Schauerte P

更新日期：2007-07-01 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：:A wearable and, ultimately, an implantable artificial kidney is a long-held aim in the treatment of patients with end-stage renal disease, provided that it would combine continuous blood purification, preventing the fluctuations in the internal environment associated with hemodialysis, while maintaining a high efficie...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kooman JP,Joles JA,Gerritsen KG

更新日期：2015-07-01 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：:Robotic systems allow for mapping and ablation of different arrhythmia substrates replacing hand maneuvering of intracardiac catheters with machine steering. Currently there are four commercially available robotic systems. Niobe magnetic navigation system (Stereotaxis Inc., St Louis, MO) and Sensei robotic navigation ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Shurrab M,Schilling R,Gang E,Khan EM,Crystal E

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The discrepancy between the number of patients on the waiting list and available donor hearts has led to the successful development of left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) as a bridge to transplantation. The conventional LVADs are designed to provide full hemodynamic support for the end-stage failing heart. However,...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mohite PN,Sabashnikov A,Simon AR,Weymann A,Patil NP,Unsoeld B,Bireta C,Popov AF

更新日期：2015-01-01 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：OBJECTIVES:Limb lengthening by distraction osteogenesis is a technique widely used to treat limb length discrepancy resulting from trauma, congenital limb defects and long bone non-union. For decades, patients have resorted to the Ilizarov apparatus, prone to pin tract infections and scarring. Although implantable leng...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Gaudreau J,Mekhail M,Hamdy R,Villemure I

更新日期：2019-04-01 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：: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：: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：: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：:Over the last decade, the use of electrosurgical devices has become commonplace across all surgical specialities. The current market is large enough to warrant a comparative review of each device. This has even more impetus given the budgetary constraints of NHS organisations. This review aims to compare the benefits ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sran H,Sebastian J,Hossain MA

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Poly(ethylenimine) (PEI) has recently emerged as a favorable candidate for nucleic acid (NA) delivery because of its good effectivity at low cost. Despite copious derivatives and formulations being explored over the years, there is a scarcity of efforts to systematically review the current status and unmet needs of re...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Lai WF

更新日期：2011-03-01 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：: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:Conventional surgical drills are rigid straight instruments used to make holes in bones. They lack the ability to follow a curved pathway, making them impractical for several surgical procedures. For this reason, there is a continuous need for improved devices for surgical drilling of curved holes. AREAS ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sendrowicz A,Scali M,Culmone C,Breedveld P

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Retinal imaging is a key investigation in ophthalmology. New devices continue to be created to keep up with the demand for better imaging modalities in this field. This review looks to highlight current trends and the future of retinal imaging. AREAS COVERED:This review looks at the advances in topographi...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Soomro T,Shah N,Niestrata-Ortiz M,Yap T,Normando EM,Cordeiro MF

更新日期：2020-10-01 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：: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：:Background: Saline is not biocompatible with saphenous vein grafts and does not protect against ischemia reperfusion injury. We compared normal heparinized saline with DuraGraft, a new graft-storage solution, in in-vitro and ex-vivo assays to evaluate the effects on cells and vascular graft tissue.Methods: Human saphe...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Pachuk CJ,Rushton-Smith SK,Emmert MY

更新日期：2019-11-01 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：:Drug eluting stents and particularly the fully bioresorbable drug-eluting scaffolds herald a new era in percutaneous treatment of coronary artery disease. There has been tremendous progress in drug eluting stents with fully biodegradable coating polymers and polymer-free devices with reservoir technology planting the ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Tenekecioglu E,Bourantas C,Abdelghani M,Zeng Y,Silva RC,Tateishi H,Sotomi Y,Onuma Y,Yılmaz M,Serruys PW

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：: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：:This article investigates various neural machine interfaces for voluntary control of externally powered upper-limb prostheses. Epidemiology of upper limb amputation, as well as prescription and follow-up studies of externally powered upper-limb prostheses are discussed. The use of electromyographic interfaces and peri...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ohnishi K,Weir RF,Kuiken TA

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infections related to electrophysiologic cardiac device placement are increasing dramatically and are associated with adverse outcomes. With the US population aging and living longer, cardiac devices are utilized in an older population with significant comorbidities, making the threat from infectious complications sig...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Uslan DZ

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although implanted for over 40 years, finger prostheses have failed to match the success achieved by artificial hip and knee prostheses, despite a myriad of designs having been proposed and implanted. This article looks at the currently available designs of metacarpophalangeal prosthesis, both single-piece and multico...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Joyce TJ

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: The increasing complexity of patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) regarding both coronary anatomy and comorbidities requires dedicated devices. The Resolute Onyx (R-Onyx, Medtronic, CA, USA) stent is a novel durable polymer zotarolimus-eluting stent (ZES) promising better delivera...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Blum M,Cao D,Mehran R

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mechanical circulatory support devices are the mainstay of treatment for severe cardiogenic shock refractory to pharmacologic therapy. Their evolution over the past few decades has been remarkable with a common theme of developing reliable, less bulky and more easily percutaneously implantable devices. The goal of thi...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Koprivanac M,Kelava M,Soltesz E,Smedira N,Kapadia S,Brzezinski A,Alansari S,Moazami N

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00