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Gunshot, Stabbing Victims Are Recovering Without Exploratory Surgery
January 6, 2012 — Although more patients with abdominal gunshot and stab wounds can successfully forego emergency “exploratory” surgery and its potential complications, new research suggests that choosing ... > full story -
Link Between Autoimmune Diseases and Wounds That Don't Heal Examined
December 15, 2011 — Millions of Americans suffer from wounds that don't heal, and while most are typically associated with diabetes, new research has identified another possible underlying cause – autoimmune ... > full story -
In Third-Degree Burn Treatment, Hydrogel Helps Grow New, Scar-Free Skin
December 13, 2011 — Researchers have developed a jelly-like material and wound treatment method that, in early experiments on skin damaged by severe burns, appeared to regenerate healthy, scar-free ... > full story -
Worms Reveal Secrets of Wound-Healing Response
November 17, 2011 — The lowly and simple roundworm may be the ideal laboratory model to learn more about the complex processes involved in repairing wounds and could eventually allow scientists to improve the body's ... > full story -
Drugs Used to Tackle Hospital-Acquired Infections Can Increase Post-Op Complications
October 31, 2011 — The introduction of new antibiotic regimes to tackle hospital-acquired infections, such as C. difficile, must take into account the possibility of increased infections following specific surgical ... > full story -
Whipple Procedure Wound Infections Cut in Half With New Measures
October 26, 2011 — Surgeons have found that a carefully selected surgical care check list of 12 measures reduced Whipple procedure wound infections by nearly 50 percent. Smoking cessation at least two weeks prior to ... > full story -
New 'Scarless' Surgery Takes out Tumors Through Natural Skull Opening
October 26, 2011 — A technique developed by surgeons is providing a new route to get to and remove tumors buried at the base of the skull: through the natural hole behind the molars, above the jawbone and beneath the ... > full story -
Biochemists Identify How Tissue Cells Detect and Perfect
October 6, 2011 — Scientists have discovered how cells detect tissue damage and modify their repair properties accordingly. The findings could open up new opportunities for improving tissue repair in patients ... > full story -
Aggressive Glycemic Control in Diabetic CABG Patients Does Not Improve Survival, Study Suggests
September 27, 2011 — A new study finds that aggressive glycemic control in diabetic CABG patients does not improve ... > full story -
Risk Factors for Complications After Spine Surgery Identified in New Study
September 21, 2011 — A new study looks at the complications of spine surgery. While medical experts acknowledge the potential benefits of spine surgery, they also understand that complications can reduce the success in ... > full story
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