What can be done for cerebral embolic protection in TAVI? Analysis in the light of 10 years' experience with protected carotid artery stenting.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The present review aims to provide an overview of the most common uses of wearable inertial sensors in the field of clinical human movement analysis. AREAS COVERED:Six main areas of application are analysed: gait analysis, stabilometry, instrumented clinical tests, upper body mobility assessment, daily-li...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Iosa M,Picerno P,Paolucci S,Morone G

更新日期：2016-07-01 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：: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：:Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is a proven treatment adjunct for selected patients with heart failure and evidence of ventricular dyssynchrony. When applying most contemporary guidelines the accepted response rate has remained static with up to one-third of patients failing to respond. Empiric lateral/postero...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sohal M,Chen Z,Sammut E,Jackson T,Behar J,Carr-White G,Razavi R,Rinaldi CA

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

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：: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：: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：:Vitreoretinal surgery has recently undergone remarkable developments. The introduction of micro-incision vitrectomy surgery using 25- and 23-gauge techniques has led to minimally invasive, faster, safer, and more accurate surgeries. Similarly, intraocular illumination and observation systems have advanced from light p...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kawashima S,Kawashima M,Tsubota K

更新日期：2014-03-01 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：: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：INTRODUCTION:Despite the potential impact of missed visits on the outcomes of neuromodulation treatments, it is not clear how this issue has been addressed in clinical trials. Given this gap in the literature, we reviewed articles on non-invasive brain stimulation in participants with depression or chronic pain, and in...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Thibaut A,O'Brien AT,Fregni F

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The subthalamic nucleus (STN) is the primary target for the chronic deep brain stimulation treatment of Parkinson's disease. STN neurons exhibit a variety of characteristic properties that may play a key role in the overall population response to deep brain stimulation. Neuroinformatics techniques, in particular compu...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Gillies A,Willshaw D

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Sleep assessment devices are essential for the detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of sleep disorders. This paper provides a state-of-the-art review and comparison of sleep assessment devices and a market analysis.Areas covered: Hardware devices are classified into contact and contactless devices. For e...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ibáñez V,Silva J,Navarro E,Cauli O

更新日期：2019-12-01 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：: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: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：:Left atrial appendage device occlusion for the preventions of systemic thromboembolism and stroke represents a major breakthrough in the field of cardiovascular disease. The wide prevalence of atrial fibrillation with devastating consequences of thromboembolic stroke as a result of thrombus arising from the left atria...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Alli O,Holmes D Jr

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: A preexisting mechanical mitral valve (MMV) is thought to be a thrombogenic risk factor after continuous-flow left ventricular assist device (CF-LVAD) implantation. We sought to evaluate the management and outcomes of preexisting MMVs in patients following CF-LVAD implantation.Areas covered: An electroni...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Gordon JS,O'Malley TJ,Maynes EJ,Wood CT,Kalantri N,Morris RJ,Samuels LE,Massey HT,Tchantchaleishvili V

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Consumer sleep tracking devices such as fitness trackers and smartphone apps have become increasingly popular. These devices claim to measure the sleep duration of their users and in some cases purport to measure sleep quality and awaken users from light sleep, potentially improving overall sleep. Most of these device...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kolla BP,Mansukhani S,Mansukhani MP

更新日期：2016-05-01 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：: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：: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：:The rescue of autogenous angioaccess for hemodialysis can be performed surgically or radiologically. For the latter, there is current debate as to whether a mechanical hydrodynamic device confers a clinical advantage over a rotational thrombectomy. The evaluated article describes a single center retrospective cohort s...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Hossain MA,Chung R,Frampton AE,Chemla ES

更新日期：2013-01-01 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：:Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a common complication of diabetes. DR obstructs blood supply to the retina and has serious and long-lasting detrimental effects on quality of life. Panretinal photocoagulation, a laser surgical intervention, is advocated for early treatment of DR to prevent visual loss; however, results fr...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Luo D,Zheng Z,Xu X,Fan Y,Zhu B,Liu K,Wang F,Sun X,Zou H,Xia X

更新日期：2015-01-01 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：: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：: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: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：:This review focuses on the expanding role for biomaterials and polymer scaffolds in liver tissue engineering. Studies are subdivided into in vitro and in vivo approaches. The in vitro section of the review discusses the challenges specific to liver tissue engineering, and how the choice of scaffold and its structure i...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Hammond JS,Beckingham IJ,Shakesheff KM

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00