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When it comes to surgery, your doctor's leadership skills play a crucial role
You're scheduled for surgery next week. You've likely looked up your surgeon's credentials, years of experience, and perhaps even patient reviews. You want reassurance that your surgeon has steady hands, deep expertise, and ...
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Weight-loss medications may affect some complications after panniculectomy
For patients undergoing body contouring surgery to remove excess abdominal skin after massive weight loss, use of GLP-1 weight-loss medications may have mixed effects on complication risks, suggests a study in the April issue ...
Mar 26, 2026
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Surgery residents fall short in key areas of pain knowledge, study finds
A new Concordia-led study has found that many Canadian surgery residents scored below the threshold of adequate pain knowledge on a validated, widely used measure. Researchers surveyed 110 general and orthopedic surgery residents ...
Mar 25, 2026
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Surgical stitches could release anti-inflammatory drugs at wound sites for weeks
Deep cuts from accidents or surgeries require stitches, typically followed by oral anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen. While these medications help with pain, they don't act specifically on the wounds. Consequently, ...
Mar 24, 2026
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Breast reconstruction using polyurethane-coated implants found to reduce scarring and the need for further surgery
Women who are treated with a mastectomy for breast cancer often choose to have surgery to reconstruct the breast using an implant. But hard, painful scar tissue can form around the implant, especially when women have radiotherapy ...
Mar 24, 2026
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Engineered tissue offers hope for children born with 'missing' esophagus
Scientists from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and University College London (UCL) have created the first lab‑grown esophagus—the food pipe—shown to safely replace a full section of the organ and restore normal function, ...
Mar 20, 2026
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Digital decision support tool proven to reduce risks in bowel surgery
Recent research provides robust evidence for the use of a digital visualization and decision support tool in colorectal (bowel) surgery. This is the first time that a digital decision support tool has been conclusively proven ...
Mar 20, 2026
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Fracture risk calculator can identify more patients who could benefit from parathyroid surgery
A widely used fracture risk calculator may help guide surgical decisions to treat patients with an endocrine disorder called primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) that causes progressive bone loss, according to a study led by ...
Mar 19, 2026
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Surgery plays a central role in treatment for colorectal cancer—and is usually the first step
When someone is diagnosed with colorectal cancer—which includes both colon and rectal cancers—many people immediately think "surgery." And it's true that surgery plays a central role in treatment for most patients. But whether ...
Mar 18, 2026
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New implant expected to dramatically improve treatment of significant tissue loss
An international research team led by the Levenberg Laboratory in the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology has succeeded in developing a first-of-its-kind, three-dimensional implant ...
Mar 17, 2026
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Smart bandage could heal and monitor wounds at the same time
Researchers have unlocked the possibility of creating smart wound dressings that enable real-time monitoring while also being able to deliver healing agents in one simple, scalable platform.
Mar 17, 2026
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Older adults take longer to recover from surgeries than expected; better post-operative planning needed
A new study led by University of Toronto researchers finds that post-surgical recovery time in older adults is much longer than expected, with data showing nearly 20% still have impairments in activities of daily living. ...
Mar 17, 2026
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Q&A: Gassing up bioengineered materials for wound healing
Biomaterials are specifically engineered to support tissue, nerve and muscle regeneration across the body, yet physicians and researchers have limited control over the size and connectivity of the internal pores that transfer ...
Mar 14, 2026
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How to gauge your personal risk for a hernia
If you're carrying extra weight, smoke, or have a cough or sneeze that won't go away, you may be at higher risk for a condition many people don't think about: A hernia.
Mar 14, 2026
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Why pandemic-era patients broke surgical AI forecasts, and what changed next
Washington University in St. Louis researchers and clinicians have been incorporating data from Fitbit wristbands into machine-learning models that could predict surgical outcomes, pain after surgery and potential mental ...
Mar 12, 2026
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New data signals high demand in aesthetic surgery in southern, rural U.S. despite access issues
A new, national analysis published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal suggests the future growth of aesthetic surgery may lie far from traditional luxury markets. UC Davis Health researchers found that southern, Midwestern ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Cosmetic procedures need tighter regulation to reduce harm, argue experts
The rise in invasive cosmetic procedures demands tighter regulation, better consumer protection, and greater awareness to protect patient safety and reduce cosmetic tourism, argue experts in The BMJ. The global market for ...
Mar 11, 2026
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Most blood thinners not tied to higher risks after free flap surgery
Blood thinners are a common medication for much of the older adult population, prescribed to prevent blood clots that can cause adverse events like heart attack or stroke. They are often stopped prior to most surgeries because ...
Mar 10, 2026
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2018 to 2025 saw rise in GLP-1 receptor agonist Rx for bariatric surgery-eligible patients
Among patients eligible for metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS), glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) prescriptions increased from 2018 to 2025, while MBS use decreased beginning in 2023, according to a research ...
Mar 10, 2026
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Team approach, low-cost interventions lead to major reduction in opioid prescriptions after surgery
A novel team approach founded on a culture change among clinicians and doctor-patient communication successfully reduced post-surgical opioid use, a new study led by University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) researchers ...
Mar 9, 2026
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Robotic surgery removes hard-to-reach caudate lobe tumor in a 79-year-old
Resection of tumors in the caudate lobe (a deep, hard-to-reach part of the liver) is recognized as one of the most technically challenging procedures in hepatic surgery due to its unique anatomical position and complex vascular ...
Mar 6, 2026
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Researchers discover hidden brain map that may improve epilepsy care
Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a hidden "movement map" deep within the brain—a discovery that could help surgeons reduce side effects from epilepsy procedures and guide future treatments for speech and movement disorders. ...
Mar 4, 2026
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International trauma analysis finds big transfusion differences, with whole blood common in low-resource hospitals
A new international study published in eClinicalMedicine has mapped global blood transfusion practices for life-threatening abdominal injuries, highlighting significant variation in care worldwide and opportunities for health ...
Mar 4, 2026
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Workplace standards framework for surgeons released
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has released the first national framework outlining measurable workplace standards for surgeons, aimed at improving surgeon well‐being, patient safety, and workforce sustainability. ...
Mar 4, 2026
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Repeal of universal motorcycle helmet laws linked to 26% increase in crash-related hospital costs
Repealing universal motorcycle helmet laws is associated with a significant increase in crash-related inpatient costs, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons. Using Michigan's 2012 ...
Mar 2, 2026
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