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A new report discusses the use of supermicrosurgical lymphaticovenular anastomosis as a treatment for lymphedema. The report highlights that while the procedure is effective, there are currently no established standards for the type, location, and number of anastomoses, leading to variations in surgical approaches. The researchers conducted a comprehensive literature search and identified 16 papers that met their criteria for inclusion. The efficacy scores of the techniques ranged from 0.21 to 1, with intraoperative patency ranging from 80% to 100% and 30-day patency ranging from 60% to 100%. The researchers emphasize the need for further studies to validate and compare the reviewed techniques. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Salerno in Italy has developed a user-friendly algorithm to assist surgeons in pedicle arthrodesis operations for spine surgery. The algorithm uses 3D scans of a patient's vertebra to identify the optimal direction for screw insertion and select the best screws to maximize bone occupation without intersecting each other or going through the walls of the pedicle and vertebral body. The algorithm has been tested on six vertebrae and allows surgeons to freely choose the entry point for the screw. This research represents a novel approach in the field and provides surgeons with a tool for planning their surgeries and creating customized surgical templates. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China have developed an intelligent inspection guidance system for urethral endoscopy. The system combines image processing, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), and intelligent navigation technologies to assist doctors in conducting a quick and comprehensive examination. The system uses a generative adversarial network-based deblurring algorithm and a vascular attention-based feature extraction algorithm to improve accuracy in identifying urethral vascular features. The research concludes that the proposed method is more accurate and comprehensive, resulting in a 4.34% accuracy improvement. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Algorithms; Computers; Endoscopy; Health and Medicine; Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures; Surgery EN Algorithms Computers Endoscopy Health and Medicine Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures Surgery 686 686 1 08/28/23 20230903 NES 230903 2023 SEP 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Research findings on endoscopy are discussed in a new report. Algorithms, Computers, Endoscopy, Health and Medicine, Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures, Surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted at Khon Kaen University in Thailand explores the implementation of real-time surgical instrument segmentation using computer vision technology. The researchers incorporated ByteTrack, an object tracking system, into the YOLOv8 deep learning algorithm for object detection and segmentation. The study used datasets from the ROBUST-MIS 2019 challenge and performed real-time segmentation of surgical instruments during laparoscopic gynecologic surgery. The findings suggest that the modified model incorporating ByteTrack with YOLOv8 improves segmentation accuracy and outperforms previous studies. However, there were still some segmentation failures in crossing and overlapping gestures. [Extracted from the article]

The news reporters obtained a quote from the research from the School of Engineering and Design, "This paper reviews noise reduction algorithms in cochlear implants. Keywords: Sligo; Ireland; Europe; Algorithms; Cochlear Implants; Electronics; Health and Medicine; Implant Technology; Medical Devices; Signal Processing; Surgery; Surgical Technology EN Sligo Ireland Europe Algorithms Cochlear Implants Electronics Health and Medicine Implant Technology Medical Devices Signal Processing Surgery Surgical Technology 511 511 1 03/23/23 20230310 NES 230310 2023 MAR 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Investigators discuss new findings in Implant Technology - Cochlear Implants. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from Wuhan University in Hubei, China discusses the development of a novel electromagnetic positioning method for virtual surgery simulation. The researchers used Maxwell coils to generate a uniform gradient magnetic field and proposed two positioning algorithms based on magnetic field. Through simulation and practical experiments, they found that the positioning system exhibited excellent accuracy and speed, with consistent results regardless of the position of surgical instruments. The magnetic sensor fixed on the surgical instrument combined with the proposed positioning algorithm allowed for real-time positioning and display in the simulation environment. This research has been peer-reviewed and provides valuable insights into low-risk surgical training methods using virtual reality technology. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the University Teaching Hospital in Modena, Italy, has provided new insights into the management of petrous apex cholesterol granulomas (PACGs). PACGs are benign inflammatory cystic lesions of the temporal bone that can cause symptoms as they expand. The study proposed a CT-based classification and management algorithm for PACGs, categorizing them into three types based on the extent of involvement. The researchers found that Type A PACGs, which are mostly asymptomatic, can be managed with "wait and scan," while Type B and Type C PACGs should undergo surgery when symptoms are present due to their invasiveness and potential complications. The study also highlighted the importance of preoperative general and hearing status in determining the completeness of surgical resection. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at the University of Belgrade have developed a logic-based machine learning algorithm called IBA-VNS that aims to improve the interpretability and explainability of machine learning models. The algorithm incorporates interpolative Boolean algebra (IBA) and variable neighborhood search (VNS) to create logic aggregation functions that are easy to understand and provide additional insight to decision-makers. The researchers applied the IBA-VNS algorithm to predict hospital length of stay (LOS) for colorectal surgeries and achieved exceptional results in terms of interpretability and accuracy. The algorithm does not require domain knowledge and can be applied in various domains. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, North and Central America, Mathematics, Algorithms, Health and Medicine, Surgery, Western Michigan University. Keywords: Kalamazoo; State:Michigan; United States; North and Central America; Mathematics; Algorithms; Health and Medicine; Surgery EN Kalamazoo State:Michigan United States North and Central America Mathematics Algorithms Health and Medicine Surgery 1047 1047 1 04/10/23 20230410 NES 230410 2023 APR 16 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- A new study on Mathematics is now available. [Extracted from the article]

The transportation times between ORs are defined based on the type of surgical operations and do not depend on distance, so there is no surgical operation waiting time for transferring. Keywords: Algorithms; Health and Medicine; Technology EN Algorithms Health and Medicine Technology 2023 FEB 19 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Investigators discuss new findings in technology. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Winnipeg; Canada; North and Central America; Mathematics; Algorithms; Health and Medicine; Hospitals; Surgery EN Winnipeg Canada North and Central America Mathematics Algorithms Health and Medicine Hospitals Surgery 2023 FEB 5 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Data detailed on Mathematics have been presented. Winnipeg, Canada, North and Central America, Mathematics, Algorithms, Health and Medicine, Hospitals, Surgery According to the news editors, the research concluded: "By using the VNS algorithm in elective surgery operating room scheduling, we hope to increase patients' satisfaction and reduce the cost of hospitals at the same time.". [Extracted from the article]