Clinical role of fluorescence imaging in colorectal surgery - a review.

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：: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：: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：: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：:Introduction: Theranostics is an emerging field in which diagnosis and specific targeted therapy are combined to achieve a personalized treatment approach to the patient. In nuclear medicine clinical practice, theranostics is often performed utilizing the same molecule labeled with two different radionuclides, one rad...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Filippi L,Chiaravalloti A,Schillaci O,Cianni R,Bagni O

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurodegeneration in Parkinson's disease (PD) affects both the fine motor control of the fingers and gross movement of the upper limb. Handwriting examinations are commonly performed in the analysis of tremor in PD and there is validity in subjective assessment in the clinic. However, there is clinical need for a more...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Walker RW,Zietsma R,Gray WK

更新日期：2014-05-01 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 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：:Devices for support of patients with liver failure are of two types: bioartificial livers and artificial livers. Bioartificial livers include hepatocytes in bioreactors to provide both excretory and synthetic liver functions. Artificial livers use nonliving components to remove toxins of liver failure, supply nutrient...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Carpentier B,Ash SR

更新日期：2007-11-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures. During the past decade, patient-specific instrumentation (PSI) has been commercially introduced in order to simplify and make TKA surgery more effective, precise and efficient than conventional mechanical instrumenta...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： León-Muñoz VJ,Martínez-Martínez F,López-López M,Santonja-Medina F

更新日期：2019-07-01 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：: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：: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：INTRODUCTION:To improve the total knee arthroplasty (TKA) prosthesis design, it is essential to study the kinematics of the tibiofemoral joint. Many studies have been conducted in this area; however, conflicting results and incomparable testing methods make it difficult to draw definitive conclusions or compare researc...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Meng F,Jaeger S,Sonntag R,Schroeder S,Smith-Romanski S,Kretzer JP

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Improved survival following single ventricle palliation has led to a large population of patients with a univentricular circulation, many of whom develop heart failure. Increasing experience with ventricular assist devices (VAD) in children has paved the way for VAD support in those with failing univentric...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Buratto E,Shi WY,Ye XT,Konstantinov IE

更新日期：2017-06-01 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：: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

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: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：INTRODUCTION:Spinal cord stimulation has emerged as a state-of-the-art evidence-based treatment for chronic neuropathic pain and mixed nociceptive-neuropathic pain. In recent years, several newer devices and treatment algorithms have provided unique and effective ways of treating chronic pain by spinal cord stimulation...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Maheshwari A,Pope JE,Deer TR,Falowski S

更新日期：2019-02-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Currently, veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) represents a valuable treatment option for patients presenting with severe cardiogenic shock. Although the overall usage of VA ECMO in experienced centers is expanding, some management aspects remain challenging, with no consensus among...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kado Y,Miyamoto T,Fukamachi K,Karimov JH

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite advances in our understanding of surgical site infections following total joint arthroplasty, this serious surgical complication continues to represent a substantial economic burden for the patient, the treating institution and the healthcare system. After increasing for the past decade, infection rates have s...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kapadia BH,Pivec R,Johnson AJ,Issa K,Naziri Q,Daley JA,Mont MA

更新日期：2013-03-01 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：:Prosthetic heart valves are routinely used for replacing diseased natural heart valves. Even today, after five decades of prosthetic heart valve development, in the authors opinion the main problem associated with these valves is the risk of thromboembolic complications caused by unnatural hemodynamics. Further growin...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Goubergrits L,Affeld K,Kertzscher U

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Recurrent unexplained syncope is a well-established indication for an insertable cardiac monitor (ICM). Recently, the indications for an ICM have been expanded. AREAS COVERED:This review article discusses the current indications for ICMs and gives an overview of the latest generation of commercially avail...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sakhi R,Theuns DAMJ,Szili-Torok T,Yap SC

更新日期：2019-01-01 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：: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：: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