The Visible Heart® project and methodologies: novel use for studying cardiac monophasic action potentials and evaluating their underlying mechanisms.

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：: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：:Patients with primary and secondary liver cancers generally have a poor prognosis with limited potentially curative options. Liver-directed, intra-arterial therapies such as selective internal radiotherapy (SIRT) and trans-arterial chemoembolization (TACE) are taking a larger role in the management of these patients. ...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Kim AY,Miller A

更新日期：2016-05-01 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：: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: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：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: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：: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: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：:For decades, electroactive polymers received relatively little attention due to their limited actuation capability. However, in the last 15 years, a series of electroactive polymer materials have emerged that produce a significant shape or size change in response to electrical stimulation. These materials have the clo...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Bar-Cohen Y

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: It is common belief that driving with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)/pacemaker (PM) might be associated with sudden cardiac incapacitation, road traffic accidents, and chance to harm to self and others. On the other hand, the ability to drive is highly valuable in the modern era, represe...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Imberti JF,Vitolo M,Proietti M,Diemberger I,Ziacchi M,Biffi M,Boriani G

更新日期：2020-04-01 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：: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：: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：INTRODUCTION:Introduction: Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are noninvasive neuromodulation techniques used as therapeutic and research tools for several neuropsychiatric conditions. Given the exponential scientific growth of this field, we aimed to systematical...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Lucena MFG,Teixeira PEP,Bonin Pinto C,Fregni F

更新日期：2019-06-01 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：: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：:Malignant biliary obstruction results in jaundice, often with symptoms that decrease the quality of life. Biliary stent placement has largely supplanted surgical bypass for palliation of malignant biliary obstruction. Traditional rigid plastic stents are commonly used, inexpensive and easily removed, although with lim...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ferreira LE,Baron TH

更新日期：2010-09-01 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：:The combination of T2-weighted MRI with functional MRI, including contrast-enhanced MRI, diffusion-weighted imaging and magnetic resonance spectroscopy, has been recognized as the most promising diagnostic modality for the detection and staging of localized prostate cancer. In spite of the relatively low predictive va...

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Ukimura O

更新日期：2010-07-01 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：: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

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：:Inferior vena cava filters are widely accepted for pulmonary embolic prophylaxis in high-risk patients with contraindications to anticoagulation. While long-term complications have been associated with permanent filters, retrievable filters are now available and have resulted in the rapid expansion of this technology....

journal_title：Expert review of medical devices

authors： Murphy EH,Johnson ED,Kopchok GE,Fogarty TJ,Arko FR

更新日期：2009-09-01 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: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：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：: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