Scientists with the National Space Biomedical Research Institute are developing an ultrasound technology that detects kidney stones with advanced ultrasound imaging and provides treatment by "pushing" the stone with focused ultrasound, according to a NSBRI news release.
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A recent FDA report detailed the 10 deficiencies that caused Novartis to shut down its Lincoln, Neb., manufacturing plant in December 2011, according to a Journal Star report.
The FDA and representatives from the medical device industry have agreed to set the user fees at $595 million over five years, plus adjustments for inflation, according to an FDA news release.
A study found that while engaged in a competing goal, patients were less likely to exhibit pain avoidance behavior, according to findings published in Pain.
The Gerontological Society of America has released two new publications outlining changes in pain management for elderly patients in response to the Institute of Medicine's call for an overhaul in pain treatment.
An international panel of 25 leading bariatric surgeons reached a consensus on the best practices for performing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, according to a news release.
Overweight and obese physicians were less likely to talk to their patients about weight loss and felt less confident doing so, according to findings in Obesity.
In March, Medline Industries, Inc., will launch empOweR, a new online program designed to improve the safety, efficiency and savings in hospital and surgery center operating rooms. The program includes comprehensive education, safety solutions and financial solutions to help reduce…
Now available from Medline is the company's new PerfecTemp OR table pad, according to the company.
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