Systematic review of various laser intervention strategies for proliferative diabetic retinopathy.

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：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：:Excimer laser utilization as an adjunctive device for percutaneous coronary intervention has increased in the last few years. Many technical advancements have led to better results in terms of efficacy and safety with a low complication rate. In particular, excimer laser for thrombus-containing lesions is able to achi...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Fracassi F,Roberto M,Niccoli G

更新日期：2013-07-01 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

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：: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: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：:Endovascular approach is now the first option for the treatment of most intracranial aneurysms (IA). However, remaining limitations are the suboptimal stability of aneurysm occlusion and the treatment of complex IA. The use of conventional and flow diverter stents has partially addressed these limitations. Nevertheles...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mine B,Pierot L,Lubicz B

更新日期：2014-05-01 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：:Surgeons often encounter the challenge of treating acquired abdominal wall defects following abdominal surgery. The current standard of practice is to repair most defects using permanent synthetic mesh material. Mesh augments the strength of the weakened abdominal wall fascia and enables the hernia repair to be perfor...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Bellows CF,Alder A,Helton WS

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The applications of naturally obtained polymers are tremendously increased due to them being biocompatible, biodegradable, environmentally friendly and renewable in nature. Among them, polyhydroxyalkanoates are widely studied and they can be utilized in many areas of human life research such as drug delive...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Elmowafy E,Abdal-Hay A,Skouras A,Tiboni M,Casettari L,Guarino V

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Temperature analysis has been considered as a complementary method in medical evaluation and diagnosis. Several studies demonstrated that monitoring the temperature variations of the feet of diabetic patients can be helpful in the early identification of diabetic foot manifestations, and also in changing behaviors, wh...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sousa P,Felizardo V,Oliveira D,Couto R,Garcia NM

更新日期：2015-07-01 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：:APDM's Mobility Lab system provides portable, validated, reliable, objective measures of balance and gait that are sensitive to Parkinson's disease (PD). In this review, we describe the potential of objective measures collected with the Mobility Lab system for tracking longitudinal progression of PD. Balance and gait ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mancini M,Horak FB

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The evidence on digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), or quasi-3D-mammography, for population breast screening has emerged rapidly: two prospective and several retrospective studies provide convincing evidence that mammography with DBT improves screening detection measures compared with standard mammography. Based on po...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Houssami N

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is a widely used intervention in patients who are at high risk or contraindicated for cardiac surgery. The procedure is technically feasible in most patients and has very good mid-term clinical outcomes. In this special report, we evaluated the long-term outcome after TAV...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sulzenko J,Tousek P,Kocka V,Widimsky P

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insertable cardiac monitors (ICMs) are leadless subcutaneous devices that continuously monitor the heart rhythm and record events over a timeframe measured in years, allowing for the diagnosis of infrequent rhythm abnormalities that can be the cause of palpitations, syncope and stroke. To date, ICMs have primarily bee...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Tomson TT,Passman R

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the current status of cochlear implantation in both adults and children, including expanding candidacy groups, bilateral implantation, advances in speech processing software, internal and external device hardware, surgical techniques and outcomes. Promising advances, novel therapies and evolving c...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Cosetti MK,Waltzman SB

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Coronary artery disease affecting myocardial perfusion continues to be the leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide. While invasive evaluation based on coronary angiography and flow measurements still is considered the reference technique for assessing myocardial perfusion, technol...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Villemain O,Baranger J,Jalal Z,Lam C,Calais J,Pernot M,Cifra B,Friedberg MK,Mertens L

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation is a pervasive and difficult heart rhythm problem for more than 3 million Americans. Patients are plagued by myriad symptoms and are exposed to the risk of stroke. Attempts to restore normal rhythm with drug therapy have been largely unsuccessful and the complications associated with long-term anti...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Saltman AE

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is an increasingly utilized mode of therapy in the management of advanced heart failure, both as bridge to heart transplantation and destination therapy. As MCS becomes more prevalent, it is ever more important to understand the complex hemodynamics of these devices, as...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Chung BB,Sayer G,Uriel N

更新日期：2017-05-01 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

abstract：:MRI is the gold standard diagnostic tool for soft tissue imaging for many specialties. An impressive body of research has proven the effectiveness of cardiac rhythm management devices (CRMDs) objectively, in terms of parameters that include patient's quality of life, morbidity, and mortality. However, interaction betw...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Fanourgiakis J,Kanoupakis E

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of stents for esophageal strictures has evolved rapidly over the past 10 years, from rigid plastic tubes to flexible self-expanding metal (SEMS), plastic (SEPS) and biodegradable stents. For the palliative treatment of malignant dysphagia both SEMS and SEPS effectively provide a rapid relief of dysphagia. SEMS...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Hirdes MM,Vleggaar FP,Siersema PD

更新日期：2011-11-01 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：:Background: Papillary thyroid carcinoma is the most common type of thyroid cancer; despite its generally indolent course, patients often develop local post-operative recurrences. Re-operation, however, holds a high complication rate, while at the same time, not all patients benefit from radioiodine ablation. This syst...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Spartalis E,Karagiannis SP,Plakopitis N,Theodori MA,Athanasiadis DI,Schizas D,Spartalis M,Troupis T

更新日期：2020-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Approximately one-third of all ischemic strokes and the ensuing health and economic burden can be attributed to the presence of atrial fibrillation (AF). The global prevalence of AF continues to rise, thus making it by far the most common diagnosed cardiac arrhythmia. Percutaneous left atrial appendage (LA...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Obeid S,Nietlispach F,Meier B

更新日期：2020-11-01 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：:Liver biology, liver disease and its management present a myriad of challenges to clinicians. Difficulties arise in determining liver functional capacity, which must be effectively measured in a quantitative reproducible manner. Measurement of indocyanine green (ICG) clearance, an exceptional tool that has been used f...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Mobley CM,Zarrinpar A

更新日期：2016-01-01 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