Mechanical circulatory support devices: methods to optimize hemodynamics during use.

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：:Minimally invasive, catheter-based treatment of valvular dysfunction has become an integral part of clinical routine. As left heart valvular disease is much more common and thus commercially of interest, transcatheter solutions for the treatment of aortic and mitral valvular defects were the first to become broadly cl...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kuetting M,Pott D,Sedaghat A,Ng YA,Egron S,Rosefort C,Werner N,Sachweh J,Steinseifer U

更新日期：2015-03-01 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：:In the last 30 years, development of minimally invasive percutaneous procedures to treat cardiovascular defects has been thriving. Although these techniques present obvious advantages, like avoiding cardiopulmonary bypass, the passage of catheter systems and the deployment of devices in the blood circulation can cause...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Egron S,Kütting M,Marzelle J,Becquemin JP,Schmitz-Rode T,Steinseifer U

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：:To obtain data for maternal stroke volume and cardiac output during pregnancy, it is preferable to use a non-invasive, accurate and reproducible method. In this aspect, impedance cardiography is an excellent technique which is also highly accessible and easy to perform. This paper is a comprehensive review on the publ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Staelens A,Tomsin K,Grieten L,Oben J,Mesens T,Spaanderman M,Jacquemyn Y,Gyselaers W

更新日期：2013-11-01 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

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：: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：:This article focuses on the surface engineering of ventricular assist devices (VADs) for the treatment of heart failure patients, which involves the modification of surfaces contacting blood in order to improve the blood compatibility (hemocompatibility) of the VADs. Following an introduction to the categorization and...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sin DC,Kei HL,Miao X

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper discusses a new class of robots known as concentric tube robots and their application to transnasal skull base surgery. The endonasal approach has clear benefits for patients, but the surgery presents challenges that strongly motivate the use of robotic tools. In this paper, the concentric tube robot concep...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Gilbert H,Hendrick R,Remirez A,Webster R 3rd

更新日期：2014-01-01 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：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：: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：INTRODUCTION:Since the advent of peritoneal dialysis (PD) in the 1970s, the principles of dialysis have changed little. In the coming decades, several major breakthroughs are expected. AREAS COVERED:Novel wearable and portable dialysis devices for both hemodialysis (HD) and PD are expected first. The HD devices could ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： van Gelder MK,Mihaila SM,Jansen J,Wester M,Verhaar MC,Joles JA,Stamatialis D,Masereeuw R,Gerritsen KGF

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of retrievable inferior vena cava (IVC) filters was an important step in the evolution of deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism management. Their removability makes them preferred to permanent filters in many cases. IVC filter retrieval often occurs at a suboptimal rate, leading to complications ass...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Dixon A,Stavropoulos SW

更新日期：2013-01-01 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：: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：: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：:An increasing number of disease-causing bacteria are resistant to one or more anti-bacterial drugs utilized for therapy. Early and speedy detection of these pathogens is therefore very important. Traditional pathogen detection techniques, that include microbiological and biochemical assays are long and labor-intensive...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Sorokulova I,Olsen E,Vodyanoy V

更新日期：2014-03-01 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：: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：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：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：: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: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：: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：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: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：: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