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The continued development of both minimally invasive procedures and imaging technologies led to the development of the hybrid operating room – it combines a conventional operating room with an imaging…
'Stem cells and derived products offer great promise for new medical treatments. Learn about stem cell types, current and possible uses, ethical issues, and the state of research and practice...'
TrenGuard® is a standard of care positioning device for patients being placed in the Trendelenburg position. ArmGuard® provides has an application in any surgical procedure utilizing the supine position. FaceGuard®…
Incision is a complete online platform for sharing surgical skills. Explore surgical procedures step by step in 2D & 3D, master basic principles and skills, anatomy, medical technology, and much…
'The researchers feel that in the future, this new approach might be able to offer a safer, non-addictive alternative to treating chronic pain compared to opioids....'
It is the first organoid of bone, a simplified version of the original. Scientists have coaxed stem cells to transform into bone tissue in the lab. The approach mimics real…
Through a telemedicine visit with a doctor, a patient could take pictures of their injured body part, upload them to an app or website, and have a custom splint or…
Facing surgery can be a frightening experience fraught with questions, doubts and uncertainties. However, most surgeries are elective, meaning that you decide if surgery is the best option for you…
The moment a patient makes a decision to trust their life, health and well-being to another person, that person takes on an advocates responsibility to protect the rights of the…
These days there are numerous surgical procedure choices accessible relying upon a person's assessment. Except if it is an emergency procedure, the surgeon will typically examine their suggested surgical procedure…
A Brief History Hip replacement is a medical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a synthetic implant. It is the most successful, cheapest and safest form of…
There are a number of complications, risks, and potential infections that can develop as a result of smoking pre- or post-surgery. What exactly can go wrong? Here’s a run-down on…
'The advancement of corrective body and facial surgeries has made the cosmetic procedures easy, affordable and less invasive. This has led many to go for pure cosmetic procedures where aesthetic…
The cost is very important in the overall plastic surgery planning. A faulty planning may make you spend more than what was actually required. Similarly, a flawless planning can help…
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare, serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes. It's usually a reaction to medication that starts with flu-like symptoms, followed by a painful rash…
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein. These clots usually develop in the lower leg, thigh, or pelvis,…
Dasia Taylor has juiced about three dozen beets in the last 18 months. The root vegetables, she’s found, provide the perfect dye for her invention: suture thread that changes color,…
To produce a clear picture during a traditional MRI scan, patients must hold very still, sometimes for more than an hour. That’s tough for young children. Along with being smaller,…
Being a travel nurse, you are given the opportunity to go wherever you want to be. From mountain areas to beaches and anywhere you may opt to, you are free…
Symptoms of a brain tumor can be general or specific. A general symptom is caused by the pressure of the tumor on the brain or spinal cord. Specific symptoms are…
We all desire to have a perfect vision. However with growing age or any unfortunate mis-happening an individual's vision may get distorted. But today science has blessed mankind with several…
The value of laser surgery lies in its properties of “selective photo-thermolysis” (this is the ability to destroy a specific target without injuring the surrounding tissue). Hair transplant surgery is…
When mitral valve prolapse is severe enough to cause significant valve leakage, called “regurgitation,” it can lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke...
Sharing is caring! Incision Academy is offering 3 essential COVID-19 courses for FREE to anyone working on the COVID-19 ward or helping with the vaccination program. Take three courses for…
Delighted to announce that The Operating Room Global (TORG) will be partnering with Incision Academy to deliver digital surgical solutions, blended learning, device certification and competence tracking to all OR…
ROSA Knee uses data collected before and during surgery to inform your surgeon of many details related to your unique anatomy that may affect your implant fit... Learn More..
Weight loss procedures are either restrictive which reduce the size of your stomach or malabsorptive which lessen the flow of... Learn more..
Types of cardiac surgery include bypass surgeries, angioplasty, stents, heart valve replacements, and even heart transplants. Patients having all of these surgeries can benefit from physiotherapy. Patients who have other…
Revision hip surgery is more complicated and more time consuming than first time hip replacements and the outcome is often less satisfactory. Complete pain relief is less common than in…
Statistics reveal that about one in every three people carries staph aureus bacteria in their noses, and about one million people carry the MRSA type... Read More..