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A recent study conducted by researchers at Peking University People's Hospital in Beijing, China, explores the application of extended reality (XR) technology in orthopedic surgery. XR technology encompasses virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, and has been used in various aspects of orthopedic clinical practice, such as teaching, preoperative planning, intraoperative navigation, and surgical outcome evaluation. The study reviewed over 200 papers and found that XR-technology-assisted intraoperative navigation can improve the accuracy of implant placement, reduce postoperative complications, facilitate tumor-free surgical margins, shorten surgical duration, minimize radiation exposure, and enhance intraoperative communication. This research provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of XR technology in orthopedic surgery. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Shanghai University in China explores the use of robotics in fracture reduction surgery. The researchers focused on improving the operating accuracy of robot-assisted teleoperated surgery by studying the six-dimensional constraints of the master robot and utilizing the virtual fixture method. They also implemented a motor stall control method to provide feedback on the reduction force, enhancing the surgeon's sense of operational presence. The experimental results showed that the reduction errors were within acceptable ranges, and the method demonstrated improved fracture reduction accuracy and surgical efficiency compared to traditional methods. This research has been peer-reviewed and provides valuable insights into the potential of robotics in surgical procedures. [Extracted from the article]

A study was performed on the effect of experimental variables on radiographic sensitivity (image quality) in X-ray micro-computed tomography images for a high-density thin wall metallic cylinder containing micro-electrical discharge machining holes. Image quality was evaluated in terms of signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) discontinuity detectability, and feature sharpness. The variables included: day-to-day reproducibility, current, integration time, voltage, filtering, number of frame averages, number of projection views, beam width, effective object radius, binning, orientation of sample, acquisition angle range (180 to 360°), and directional versus transmission tube. This paper presents a tabular summary of the findings. In most, but not all cases, SNR, discontinuity detectability, and feature sharpness changed as expected/predicted with changing X-ray parameters. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A patent application by inventor Ryutaro WADA from Tokyo, Japan, titled "Protective Device/Instrument For Reducing Radiation Exposure And Burden Of Protection" aims to address the increasing use of radiation in medical procedures, particularly in interventional radiology. The application proposes a protective device that reduces exposure to scattered X-rays from patients in all directions, aiming to protect medical workers and reduce the physical burden of radiation protection. The device includes a combination of protective equipment, instruments, and tools to shield against scattered X-rays and reduce radiation exposure during medical procedures. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City has proposed a new deep learning-based method for tracking and detecting the position and orientation of cardiac catheters in real time. The method utilizes a Yolov5 bounding box neural network with postprocessing to detect landmark features of the catheter, such as the tip, marker, bend, and entry point. The researchers evaluated their method using fluoroscopic images and achieved state-of-the-art results in terms of accuracy and robustness. This new method has the potential to significantly improve the accuracy and efficiency of catheter tracking in minimally invasive procedures that utilize bi-plane fluoroscopy guidance. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the trials done on nondestructive industrial materials which will separate the good and damaged materials for possible re-applications. This testing has generate savings in production costs which could amount from 40% to a high of 80%. Details of the tests are also explored which include radiographic, fluoroscopic tests and magnetic-particle inspection.

Keywords for this news article include: University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy, Europe, Cardiology, Magnetic Resonance, Health and Medicine. Keywords: Cardiology; Health and Medicine; Magnetic Resonance EN Cardiology Health and Medicine Magnetic Resonance 127 127 1 05/15/23 20230515 NES 230515 2023 MAY 15 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Cardiovascular Week -- A new study on cardiology is now available. [Extracted from the article]

The surgical technique has evolved over the study years from fluoroscopy to intraoperative 3D imaging and navigation guidance and from k-wire screw insertion technique to one-step screws. Keywords: Clinical Medicine; Health and Medicine EN Clinical Medicine Health and Medicine 2023 FEB 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- Fresh data on clinical medicine are presented in a new report. Keywords for this news article include: Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan, Israel, Asia, Clinical Medicine, Health and Medicine. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the publication of the report on Germany's hospital general radiography and fluoroscopy market by Research & Markets Ltd. The report titled "Continuous Hospital Radiography & Fluoroscopy Market Census, Germany 2010 and Outlook to 2015" offers information on installed base of radiology modality types. In this report, hospitals are surveyed to collect information on installed systems. Investment plans of the hospitals are also included in the report.

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This section presents an interview with endourologist Bodo Knudsen about percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) surgery. Topics discussed include the evolution of the PCNL procedures of the Ohio State University where he is associated, the necessity of computed tomography (CT) scan prior to PCNL, and the medical complications and risks commonly associated with the procedure.

The article offers information on a question if a two-surgery claim is payable for a patient who denied the second surgery.

The article focuses on the safety measures of using radiotherapy in orthopaedics. These safety measures include control of patient exposure, control of surgeon/surgical team exposure, and proper selection of radiation equipment. It adds that orthopaedic surgeons must know the safety concerns of using X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and fluoroscopy in surgical procedures.