Articles tagged with Medical Technology
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation has announced the TCT 2023 late-breaking clinical trials, featuring 12 studies on minimally invasive techniques, pharmaceuticals, technologies, and devices. These trials aim to improve patient outcomes in cardiovascular disease, with a focus on safety and effectiveness.
The Texas Heart Institute has received a five-year, $2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to advance organ bioengineering. The project aims to develop transplantable bioartificial hearts to combat end-stage heart failure.
Imaging mass cytometry showcases odd numbers of proteins in kidneys of lupus patients, identifying novel markers for disease. The study found decreased and increased disease markers pointing to renal disease, with potential enlargement of glomeruli in some patients.
Experts discuss the moral implications of telemedicine on the patient-physician relationship. Telemedicine can improve care for certain patients but may also raise questions about the nature of this encounter and the importance of touch in medical interactions. The Hastings Center Report explores the complex ethical issues surrounding ...
Researchers successfully recreated lung cancer patient's internal environment using hydrogel and 3D bioprinting, preserving specific lung cancer subtype and genetic mutation characteristics. The study enables precise drug evaluation and personalized treatment options for lung cancer patients with underlying diseases.
A new digital headset can detect subtle forces exerted on the skull as the heart contracts, revealing brain changes even in athletes whose symptoms have subsided. The device could help clinicians and coaches make more informed decisions about when athletes are ready to return to play after a concussion.
A team of researchers developed a novel method that leverages temporal characteristics of blood pulse to estimate heart rates with improved accuracy, especially in scenes with ambient light fluctuations. The proposed method showed a 36.5% improvement in estimation accuracy compared to conventional methods.
A miniature human heart model, approximately half a grain of rice in size, has been developed to transform drug testing and cardiovascular research. This self-paced, multi-chambered model provides real-time measurements of essential parameters, enabling unprecedented insights into heart function and diseases.
Researchers at Harvard developed a fiber-infused ink that allows 3D-printed heart muscle cells to align and contract like human heart cells, enabling the creation of functional heart ventricles. The innovation can be used to build life-like heart tissues with thicker muscle walls, paving the way for regenerative therapeutics.
The study explores resonance between narrative medicine and traditional Chinese medicine, highlighting similarities in case histories. By integrating ancient wisdom with modern approaches, a more compassionate healthcare system can be developed.
A team of physicists and medical doctors developed a portable Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) scanner that can visualize dynamic processes in the human body, such as blood flow, without using radiation. The scanner is designed for real-time endovascular interventions and has the potential to change the field of intervention.
Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a new type of nanoclay material that can be customized to perform specific tasks. This breakthrough could lead to advances in fields such as medical science, environmental science, and more.
Researchers at WVU have developed a way to view synthetic DNA at the atomic level, enabling them to understand how to change its structure for enhanced scissor-like function. This breakthrough could lead to new technology for medical diagnoses and treatments, including potential therapies for diseases like retinal degeneration and cancer.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology developed a novel boron agent that selectively accumulates in brain tumor cells, exhibits enhanced blood retention, and can be administered at low doses. The agent, PBC-IP, shows promising results in preclinical studies, highlighting its potential for radiotherapy in treating glioblastoma.
Lead-free Cs3MnBr5 anti-perovskite nanocrystals embedded in glass matrices enable tunable emission and ultra-stable X-ray imaging. The results achieve exceptional X-ray detection limits, spatial resolutions, and dose irradiation stability.
Researchers are studying ways to update pulse oximeter technology to address limitations including overestimation in patients with darker skin tones and motion artifact. The goal is to improve the accuracy of oxygen saturation readings, particularly for diverse groups and in multiple settings.
Scientists create optically controllable liposomes called LiDLs, which can selectively release contents inside cells upon exposure to acidic pH induced by green light. The researchers demonstrated that LiDLs efficiently deliver substances without causing side effects, showcasing exceptional extracellular stability.
Researchers at TUM developed a new approach to measure human brain activity using microelectrodes and awake brain surgery. They found individual neurons specialize in handling specific numbers, providing insights into cognitive functions and developing solutions for brain function disorders.
The TCT MedTech Innovation Forum brings together clinicians, entrepreneurs, and industry stakeholders to identify clinical challenges and uncover opportunities for innovation in cardiovascular care. The forum features three comprehensive tracks addressing stakeholder interests and explores the role of digital health care dynamics.
A University of Arizona professor has developed a 1-minute frailty testing platform to screen patients for frailty, enabling better care decisions. The platform measures motor, heart, and brain function using wearable sensors, providing an accurate diagnosis.
Rice University engineers developed a low-cost, point-of-care DNA test for HPV infections that can be used to screen for cervical cancer. The test, which requires just two pieces of equipment and delivers results in 45 minutes, has the potential to make cervical cancer screening more accessible in low- and middle-income countries.
Researchers created a robot inspired by pangolins' ability to curl up into a ball, with a soft layer and hard metal components. The robot can emit heat when needed and transport particles like medicines, making it promising for minimally invasive medical procedures.
Researchers have developed a new manufacturing pipeline to simplify and advance high-value manufacturing of tissue-compatible organs, reducing costs and increasing efficiency. This breakthrough aims to address the dire need for artificially engineered organs and tissue grafts, potentially saving thousands of lives in the UK.
Researchers propose a new method to diagnose tubular abnormalities in diabetic kidney disease by combining sodium concentration measurement with urinary albumin. The study uses 23Na MRI, which images metabolic changes in sodium, revealing impaired countercurrent multiplication system in diabetic mice kidneys.
Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage-related hydrocephalus is a complex syndrome that can lead to cognitive impairment and neurological damage. The new consensus guideline recommends standard-of-care approaches, including history review, head CT scans, and medications or surgical interventions to manage excessive intracranial pressure.
Researchers at City University of Hong Kong developed a novel, wearable, olfaction feedback system with wireless capabilities for virtual reality. The system releases various odours using miniaturized odour generators and has been tested with an average success rate of 93 percent.
Researchers developed a wound-healing ink that can actively encourage the body to heal by exposing cuts to immune-system vesicles. The PAINT system, which uses EVs secreted from macrophages combined with sodium alginate, promoted blood vessel formation and reduced inflammation in human epithelial cells.
Researchers have developed a custom OCT setup that incorporates a vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) diode, which could increase access to OCT imaging and help catch eye problems early. The system performed well in imaging the eye of a healthy volunteer and showed potential for use in biometric eye scanner systems.
A clinical trial using DIALIVE, a novel liver dialysis device, demonstrated significant improvements in all main underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of acute-on-chronic liver failure. Treatment resulted in accelerated resolution of ACLF and sustained improvement in biomarkers.
Researchers developed a bio-sensing technology that measures PD1 ligand functionality to predict patient response to anti-PD1 therapy. This technology enables accurate prediction of patient response and tailoring treatments accordingly, improving cancer patients' lives.
A low-cost clip attachment uses a smartphone's camera and flash to monitor blood pressure, making it easy and affordable for resource-poor communities. The technology was tested on 24 volunteers and showed comparable results to traditional blood pressure cuffs.
Biomedical engineers at UTS have developed an intervertebral disc-on-a-chip, a precision-engineered toolbox for low back pain studies. The device simulates the complex mechanobiology of native tissue, enabling accurate evaluation of experimental methods for treatment or regeneration.
Researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology have developed a new framework for super-resolution ultrasound using deep learning, reducing processing speeds from minutes to seconds. The new technology enables real-time blood flow visualization, overcoming challenges faced by conventional methods.
Researchers developed a fully knitted, circuit-embedded knee wearable for wireless sensing of joint motion in real-time. The wearable overcomes limitations of typical wearable sensors by using a single fabric with high stretchability and sensitivity.
The University of Virginia Health System has developed a plan to improve the use of electronic health records, reduce clinician workload, and enhance patient care. The plan outlines three 'essential' steps for improving electronic health reforms, including implementing unique personal safety identifiers to streamline operations.
A study of primary care clinicians reveals benefits and challenges of telemedicine, including ease of adoption depending on prior experiences, unclear visit triage rules, and positive impacts on physicians and patients. The technology also presents challenges such as conducting physical exams and diagnostic testing.
Researchers at UC San Diego have created a wearable ultrasound system that can monitor deep tissue vital signs continuously, even in subjects on the go. The device uses machine learning to track movement and adjust its focus, providing real-time cardiovascular data.
A new device invented by Emile Daoud and his team at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center significantly reduces the risk of esophageal injury during heart ablation. The device uses suction force to gently move the esophagus away from the catheter tip, creating a safe pathway for treatment.
A new study from UC San Diego shows that noninvasive brain imaging can distinguish among hand gestures with more than 85% accuracy. The research uses magnetoencephalography (MEG) to detect magnetic fields produced by neuronal electric currents, offering a safe and accurate option for developing brain-computer interfaces.
Large language models like ChatGPT show incredible potential in radiology, but also struggle with reliability and accuracy. The latest model GPT-4 improves advanced reasoning capabilities and performs better on higher-order thinking questions.
Global experts have developed a new checklist called iCHECK-DH to standardize the quality of reporting and improve implementation standards for digital health technologies. The 20-item checklist aims to aid researchers and practitioners in ensuring complete, accurate, and consistent reports.
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have found a way to enhance glymphatic transport using focused ultrasound with microbubbles, opening new opportunities for studying brain diseases and function. The non-invasive method shows promise for potentially mitigating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Researchers at MIT have designed new 'smart' sutures that can deliver drugs or sense inflammation after surgery. The bioderived sutures use hydrogel coatings to detect early warning signs of complications, such as Crohn's disease, and can also release therapeutic molecules to promote healing.
An AI developed at TU Wien has shown to suggest appropriate treatment steps in cases of blood poisoning, outperforming human decisions. The AI can examine time-varying patient conditions and calculate treatment strategies, increasing cure rates by up to 3%. However, legal aspects and liability need discussion.
The SEMECO cluster aims to accelerate innovation in smart medical devices and implants using AI, modular system architecture, and dedicated microsystems. By closing the gap between technological possibilities and practical application in medicine, SEMECO seeks to develop more effective diagnostics, therapy, and innovative medicines.
Researchers from GIST have developed graphene-based conductive hydrogels that are injectable, degradable, and highly compatible with biological systems. The novel electrodes outperform traditional metal electrodes in signal transmission and stability, offering promising solutions for long-term medical monitoring and treatment.
Researchers at City, University of London have developed the FatNet algorithm, which enables efficient integration of deep learning models into optical accelerators. This breakthrough has significant implications for medical diagnoses, autonomous vehicle technology, and future computing.
Scientists have developed a new method to deliver genetic information to stem cells using nanoparticles coated with a specific polymer, enabling more efficient control over cellular differentiation. This innovation has the potential to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of regenerative medicine treatments.
Joshua Chen, a Rice University doctoral alum, has won the prestigious Schmidt Science Fellowship to pursue research in synthetic biology and wirelessly programmable cell therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.
A team of engineers at UC San Diego has developed a stretchable ultrasonic array capable of serial, non-invasive imaging of tissues up to 4cm below the skin surface. This technology offers several key applications in healthcare monitoring, including cancer detection and sports injury assessment.
Researchers at Temple University and the University of Nebraska Medical Center developed a novel dual gene-editing approach that can effectively eliminate HIV infection. The therapy targets both HIV-1, the virus responsible for AIDS, and CCR5, a co-receptor that facilitates viral entry into cells.
Rice University scientists developed a screening technique to identify high-performing biomaterials for encapsulating insulin-secreting cells, providing long-term blood sugar level control in diabetic mice. The study's findings have the potential to open the door to a more sustainable and self-regulating way to treat Type 1 diabetes.
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital developed an ingestible capsule, known as the FLASH system, which electronically stimulates key hunger hormone ghrelin in pigs. The system has potential applications for treating gastrointestinal disorders and is a promising alternative to traditional treatments.
A team of experts identified 29 sources of bias in AI/ML models for medical imaging, including data collection, preparation, and deployment. The study provides a comprehensive roadmap for mitigating these biases and ensuring fairness, equity, and trust in AI/ML models.
Researchers developed an ecofriendly disposable sensor that can check levels of glucose and other biomarkers in saliva using a wooden tongue depressor. The device uses low-power diode lasers to create conductive electrodes, making it cheaper and easier to produce on-site at medical facilities.
A new study found that turning off MRIs overnight reduces their energy use by 25-33% and switching to 'power save' mode decreases energy use by 46-51%. This technique could save U.S. healthcare between $8 million and nearly $11 million annually.
Researchers tested whether real-world data analysis could replicate results from RCTs, finding agreement in about half of cases. The study highlights the potential of RWE to augment findings from RCTs and complement understanding of medication safety and effectiveness.
A team of researchers developed a multi-organ chip on-a-chip that applies 3D cell printing technology to closely replicate the pathological environment of type 2 diabetes. The chip shows a correlation between visceral fat and T2D, as well as impaired retina cell function, indicating potential complications.
Researchers at Linköping University developed a nanocellulose wound dressing that reveals early signs of infection through pH monitoring. This technology can lead to more efficient care and reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.
A team of researchers has developed a method that uses electric stimulation to accelerate wound healing, making it possible for wounds to heal up to three times faster. The technique involves applying an electric field to damaged skin, which helps guide skin cells in the same direction, promoting faster healing.