Facet-sparing lumbar decompression with a minimally invasive flexible MicroBlade Shaver® versus traditional decompression: quantitative radiographic assessment. [PDF]
BackgroundLaminectomy/laminotomy and foraminotomy are well established surgical techniques for treatment of symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis. However, these procedures have significant limitations, including limited access to lateral and foraminal ...
Berven, Sigurd +6 more
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Minimally Invasive Procedures in Periodontology: An Overview. [PDF]
Minimally invasive dentistry has been defined as a concept that preserves both the hard tissues (dentition) and the supporting soft tissue structures (gingiva and periodontal tissues) and includes both non-surgical and surgical techniques and procedures.
Gillam, D
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Minimally invasive cardiac surgical procedures in female population
With the development of minimally invasive cardiac surgical procedures in recent years, many minimal incisions have been used to perform operations on patients with heart diseases. In this study, we documented our experience with limited skin incisions for congenital heart diseases, pericardial disease and cardiac tumors.
Ferit Cicekoglu +5 more
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Innovative direction in minimally invasive colorectal surgery platforms and techniques and quality control [PDF]
The advancements in colorectal minimally invasive surgical techniques represent not merely technological innovation but also a significant leap in surgical philosophy. Over the past half-century, we have witnessed the historic transition from traditional
ZHANG Mingguang, WANG Xishan
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Laparoendoscopic single-site simple nephrectomy using a magnetic anchoring system in a porcine model [PDF]
Purpose: Magnetic anchoring devices may reduce the number of port sites needed in laparoscopic surgery. In this study, we prospectively assessed the feasibility of using a magnetic anchoring and guidance system (MAGS) in laparoendoscopic single-site ...
Young Hyo Choi +8 more
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With the advent of robotic surgery as an effective means of minimally invasive surgery in the last decade, more and more surgeries are being performed robotically in today’s world.
Vishu Jain +4 more
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Identifying barriers in telesurgery by studying current team practices in robot-assisted surgery [PDF]
This paper investigates challenges in current practices in robot-assisted surgery. In addition, by using the method of proxy technology assessment, we provide insights into the current barriers to wider application of robot-assisted telesurgery, where ...
Duysburgh, Pieter +5 more
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Bridging the gap: Multi‐stakeholder perspectives of molecular diagnostics in oncology
Although molecular diagnostics is transforming cancer care, implementing novel technologies remains challenging. This study identifies unmet needs and technology requirements through a two‐step stakeholder involvement. Liquid biopsies for monitoring applications and predictive biomarker testing emerge as key unmet needs. Technology requirements vary by
Jorine Arnouts +8 more
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The efficacy of performing shockwave lithotripsy before retrograde intrarenal surgery in the treatment of multiple or large (≥1.5 cm) nephrolithiasis: A propensity score matched analysis [PDF]
Purpose: To investigate the effect of performing shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) before retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) on the treatment outcomes of patients with nephrolithiasis.
Myungsun Shim +2 more
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A‐to‐I editing of miRNAs, particularly miR‐200b‐3p, contributes to HGSOC progression by enhancing cancer cell proliferation, migration and 3D growth. The edited form is linked to poorer patient survival and the identification of novel molecular targets.
Magdalena Niemira +14 more
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