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Apricorn Promises to Beef Up 5th Generation iPod Storage
in The Gadgets Weblog, on July 6, 2009
...ement battery. This kit also comes with the necessary tools to crack your iPod case open and do the surgical procedure yourself. The battery is quite the upgrade from the standard iPhone battery, and ...
John Medeiros Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on April 2, 2009
... can scratch glass like natural diamonds, and is tougher than a sapphire.
• Earring Posts: Surgical steel which are ideal for sensitive ears prone to infection or allergies. ...
RHAMM Protein Removes Wrinkles
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 13, 2009
... unhealthy visceral fat.
"This technique could be developed as a means of providing a non-surgical approach for normalizing skin appearance after reconstructive surgery, for wrinkle reductio...
FDA Approxes ATryn, First Drug from a Genetically Engineered Animal
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 7, 2009
...dicated for the treatment of patients with hereditary antithrombin deficiency, undergoing high-risk surgical or childbirth procedures. GTC Theapeutics has collaborated with OVATION Pharmaceuticals, I...
Penile Fracture Is Not Just Something Out Of Grey's Anatomy!
in Straightfromthedoc, on January 24, 2009
...elvis or perineum and bending laterally are most common.
Take note though that a bent penis needs surgical intervention, most especially to make sure that the urethra is not cut. What to do when you...
The iLASIK Procedure Debuts With Leading Technologies
in Straightfromthedoc, on November 14, 2008
...to deliver the exact correction you need for 20/20 or better vision.
Still, before committing to a surgical procedure, it's important to understand both the benefits and risks. You really should ...
Esophageal Cancer Awareness
in Straightfromthedoc, on November 11, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Mark Strozier
According to the American Cancer Institute, more than 16,000 esophageal cancer cases are presented every year in the US. It is crucial that the causes and symptoms of this under diagnosed, fatal cancer are brought to patients' attention.
Below ...
Surgical Video Community SurgyTec Launched Its Redesigned Website: www.surgytec.com
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 17, 2008
... SurgyTec is the first global online surgical community where surgeons can exchange essential knowledge through freely accessible video and slide shows. It facilitates the barrier-free sharing ...
Novel Prostate Cancer Treatment, Pioneered at Sunnybrook Research Institute (SRI)
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 18, 2008
...tion and formed Profound Medical Inc., which will develop the technology for clinical use.
Unlike surgical removal of the prostate, the treatment is minimally invasive and could be performed with...
FAQs From ACS: Coping With Cancer in the Aftermath of a Hurricane
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 12, 2008
...reatment at the nearest emergency room, especially if you have:
a fever of 100.5 or higher
a surgical wound that has become red, swollen, tender, or has drainage
a new pain or one that is gett...
Navel Piercings and Belly Rings During Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on August 27, 2008
...Bar. Extra long barbells, or belly bars, made especially for use during pregnancy or for use after surgical procedures allow all the length and flexibility a pregnant woman will likely need. Belly ba...
Spinal Cord Stem Cells Identified
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 29, 2008
...uce more myelin and less scar tissue after a spinal cord injury, this may lead to a new, non-surgical treatment for debilitating spinal-cord injuries.
Image: Coronal sections of injured adult...
Black Dahlia Mystery Bus Tours
in The Flyaway Weblog, on July 24, 2008
... compelling suspect, with his personal ties to Beth Short's family and the crime scene, and the surgical skill needed to bisect the body. The tour includes a cop-approved snack stop for Krispy Kre...
Michael E. DeBakey: 1909-2008
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 14, 2008
...scular surgery
invented scores of medical procedures and instruments
developed the Mobile Army Surgical Hospital
established what later became the Veterans Affairs hospital system
Over a ...
Drug Candidates from Marine Animals
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 8, 2008
...ch can prevent NF-kB from working," explains Professor Jaspars. "A few animals, including sponges, soft corals and sea lilies , were examined further, and from these we have been able ...
Tiger Back On The Shelf
in Eagle Par Birdie, on June 18, 2008
...le coy with the media when asked about his various grimaces and wincing. We all assumed it was post-surgical pain. Turns out it was something entirely different. But just as painful.
"Yeah, the ...
Kenwood Porcelain Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on May 15, 2008
...e strung on tough waxed linen cord to make a necklace, or are fitted with sterling silver earwires, surgical steel posts, or base metal clip backs to make earrings.
Porcelain Squares Necklace in...
Adhesives and Gecko Feet
in Nanotechbuzz, on May 14, 2008
... on the verge of discovering something never novel - a waterproof adhesive bandage that may close surgical wounds. They are getting their inspiration by looking at how geckos use their sticky f...
Jeannine McKenzie Jewelry Designer
in The Jewelry Weblog, on May 7, 2008
...ss the United States from Alaska to New York. The posts and nuts they use on their earrings are all surgical stainless steel and hypoallergenic - great news for those who have allergies to some metals...
Hong Kong Schools Closed Thursday, Due to Flu Outbreak
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 14, 2008
... the schools, announced late Wednesday night, prompted considerable alarm, with some people donning surgical masks in public as they had in 2003 during the outbreak of SARS, or severe acute respirator...
Vacation Spot: Los Roques
in Cool Picking, on February 24, 2008
...es Archipelago National Park harbors a variety of wildlife in those waters, including 60 species of sponges, 61 species of corals, and 200 species of crustaceans .
Visit their official site h...
Shiny Adornments
in The Jewelry Weblog, on February 22, 2008
..., vintage glass, and purple glass beads. They are approximately 1 3/4 inches long not including the surgical steel ear wires.
Shiny Adornments uses lots of Mykonos Metalized Ceramic Beads in their ...
T2S Asset Tag: Sterilization friendly RFID tag
in The RFID Weblog, on February 20, 2008
... person. This system would definitely meet the needs of healthcare industry for tracking of medical surgical equipments.
...
FDA Notice on Botox and Its Adverse Reactions
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 12, 2008
...athing.
Pardon the bouts of emotional reaction, I just find it idiotic that somebody dies on the surgical table in the middle of a cosmetic surgery procedure. But then that's just me.
...
Stem Cells for Breast Reconstruction
in Well Woman Blog, on December 24, 2007
...nd reconstructive surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, has this to say about surgical methods of breast reconstruction : "The surgical options for breast reconstructi...
Crabshell-Based Polymer for Sealing Surgical Wounds
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 21, 2007
...urgilux is a thin polymer bio-film made from material extracted from crab shells that seals surgical wounds without the need for sutures.
Measuring just 50 microns thick, the film is plac...
FDA's Safety Reviews: No Evidence That Use of Prilosec and Nexium Increase Rates of Cardiac Events
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 12, 2007
...udden death in patients taking either one of the prescribed drugs compared to patients who received surgical treatment.
Since then, the FDA has conducted a comprehensive, scientific review of know...
The Debate on Infant Male Circumcision
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 9, 2007
...The most common surgical procedure performed on males is circumcision .
Previously conducted because of cultural and religious reasons, now medical evidence suggests that circumcision is me...
Jehovah's Witnesses and Transfusion-wary Alike, Need Not Worry...
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 6, 2007
...e patients and those wary of the safety of the blood supply, and it is safe for a growing number of surgical and medical conditions, except for Acute leukemia and traumatic injury.]
But then, ...
Flexo-line Your Laundry
in The Flyaway Weblog, on November 26, 2007
...ute little suction-cup clotheslines. The Flexo-line holds up to 12 lb of wet clothes, thanks to its surgical-quality, natural latex rubber tubing which is woven in THREE braids (not the usual two). Ju...
New Kitchen Gadgets
in Do you like to cook?, on November 19, 2007
...Blade Peeler . Blades nest safely within handle of peeler when not in use, each crafted of Japanese surgical steel. I don't get it. Why do the blades on a vegetable peeler need to retract?
Th...
Botox for Arthritis
in Well Woman Blog, on November 9, 2007
...is Today : "For thousands of knee pain sufferers, arthroplasty is the solution of choice. This surgical replacement or reconstruction of the diseased joint restores function improves range of mot...
Sat Morning Round Up
in Pretty Things, on November 3, 2007
...y spa collection is - Spongelle , which you can read about at The Kitten Lounge. I love that these sponges already have soap inside of them and is activated when it comes in contact with water. It...
Does Breastfeeding Cause Sagging Breasts?
in Well Woman Blog, on October 30, 2007
...to the ASPS. In addition, more than 329,000 women had Breast augmentation , making it the top surgical cosmetic procedure in 2006.
"Women may be reluctant to breastfeed because of this unf...
Ree-Trackt Medical Device Launched in the US
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 22, 2007
...d for sale in the United States.
Ree-Trakt is the new generation of disposable soft-tissue surgical retractor systems that
provides complete retraction flexibility and optimal exposure of...
Should you opt for a bikini cut?
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 15, 2007
When I gave birth by c-section almost five years ago, my ob/gyne didn't ask which incision i would prefer: the bikini cut/horizontal cut (hip to hip cut) or the granny cut/vertical cut (pubic bone to belly button cut).
Maybe because my surgery was an emergency one and not planned. It was...
Foundation Basics
in Are you a beauty?, on October 13, 2007
...etic sponge for this step. Whichever you use, make sure your utensils are clean.
6. Blend. I find sponges to blend better than fingers. Pay attention to the hairline and neckline areas. You don'...
Body Exfoliation 101
in Are you a beauty?, on October 9, 2007
...iate regularly to get rid of dead skin cells which can dull your complexion.
With all the loofahs, sponges, and scrubs out there, how do you choose the right exfoliator for you?
For the body,...
Low Air Quality Aboard Planes
in Hidden Travel Gems, on October 6, 2007
...like washing your hands often and drinking plenty of water can go a long way. If you want to wear a surgical mask, no one would say no (though you'd probably earn a few giggles). Just make sure yo...
I'm Just a (Cell Phone) Bill, Yes, I'm Only a (Cell Phone) Bill...
in The Wireless Weblog, on September 6, 2007
...nd the practice of locking handsets to specific carriers. "You shouldn't have to perform surgical maneuvers to pair the technology you want with the service that fits your needs and yo...
Evithrom (human thrombin) FDA-approved for Topical Use in Surgery
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 29, 2007
...oozing and minor bleeding from capillaries and small veins and when control of bleeding by standard surgical techniques is ineffective or impractical.
The product is applied to the surface of bleedi...
Alternative Treatment For Hearing on Both Ears
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 7, 2007
... A team from Loyola University Medical Center has pioneered a device and a surgical procedure that will bring hearing to ears that can't hear - which could be an alternative for people whose d...
StomaphyX™: Novel Non-invasive Weight-Loss Surgery
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 23, 2007
...ent that reduces the size of the stomach through the mouth, reducing the risk of infection from surgical incisions, preserving future treatment options, nearly eliminating pain for the patient, and re...
Novel Device for Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment, Approved by the FDA
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 20, 2007
...m one another by intervertebral discs. These discs allow the neck to bend and rotate.
The current surgical treatment involves removing a diseased or bulging disc in a patient's neck and fusing t...
Male Hormones Inhibitor May Cure Hard-to-Treat Prostate Cancer
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 9, 2007
...n early trials on prostate cancer patients whose tumors continued to grow despite medical or surgical intervention.
As presented last week at the ESMO Conference Lugano :
"...the drug,...
Cardinal tries to improve its supply chain business
in Supplychainer, on June 30, 2007
...look given on April 27.
But its Supply Chain Medical business, which distributes medical lab and surgical equipment from manufacturers to hospitals, is expected to perform below its targeted 6...
Ein Tisch als Aquarium, oder umgekehrt?
in Worldwide Luxus, on 29.06.07
... corner to illuminate the tank, the one under the tank is optional), fine and coarse biological sponges, plastic filter cover and acrylic table top support blocks which are designed to minimize sound ...
JHU Undergrads Developed Medical Metal Detectors for Finding 'Lost' Orthopedic Screws
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 20, 2007
... which emits a tone that rises in pitch as the surgeon moves closer to the metal screw -serves as a surgical tool to guide the removal of the hardware (orthopedic screws).
According to Malcolm M. Llo...
Saving Your Hair
in Well Woman Blog, on June 15, 2007
It's not shocking to see a man who's going bald. But a woman? A woman's hair is supposed to be her crowning glory. Wikpedia tells us:
Androgenetic alopecia (also known as androgenic alopecia or alopecia androgenetica) is a common form of hair loss in both men and women.
Th...
Your Home and Your Food: Get It Chemical Free - Courtesy of the Tersano Lotus System
in Cool Picking, on June 11, 2007
...e System draws from technology widely used by progressive hospitals worldwide clean and sanitize surgical instruments. The compact household unit developed by Tersano converts the oxygen found in ordi...
Flaxseed Reduces Prostate Tumor Growth
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 5, 2007
... days prior to surgery (either alone or in conjunction with a low-fat diet) - tumor regrowth (after surgical removal) had the slowest rate.
Flaxseed is thought to play a part in halting the cellular...
How Gastric Bypass Surgery Gets Rid of Diabetes: Welsh Medics Will Take a Look
in Daily Diabetic, on June 4, 2007
...erstanding of why overweight people develop Type 2 diabetes, it may also lead to an effective, non-surgical treatment for those with the condition. We are immensely grateful to the BUPA Foundation for...
Arthritis and Women
in Well Woman Blog, on May 23, 2007
...thritis which would benefit from joint replacement, they are less likely to have ever discussed the surgical procedure with their doctors, according to a study published in the April 6 edition of the ...
Straight From The Doc Links for 6-May-2007
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 6, 2007
...le Ones Likelihood For Heart Disease
Macadamia Nuts are Good for the Heart
Getting the Best Surgical Treatment for Ovarian Cancer
Fight MRSA with a Frog
Have a nice read!
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Jewelry & Fashion Blogosphre 04/30/07
in The Jewelry Weblog, on April 30, 2007
...artney totes at Intermix
LA STORY Gets Into Hot Water--with Spongeables and Spongelles Infused Sponges!!
Papierblog looks at Singapore designer Khoon Hooi from Singapore's Spring fashion...
Transdermis™ Scar Therapy: All-Natural Emu Oil Reduces the Appearance of Surgical Scars
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 28, 2007
Compared to most widely-used scar treatment, an emu oil based treatment, Transdermis™ Scar Therapy demonstrated dramatic improvement in scar healing and appearance.
Such were the findings of a first one of its kind study conducted by Jerome Chao, M.D., a nationally known Harvard, Columbia and ...
Natural Orifice Translumenal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES): Removed Gall Bladder with Minimal External Incisions
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 26, 2007
... As part of an ongoing clinical research trial, medical and surgical endoscopists at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center were able to r emove a woman's gall bl...
Corticosteroid Injection Eases Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 25, 2007
... The most effective non-surgical remedy for carpal tunnel syndrome is local injections of corticosteroid , according to Shawn Marshall, M.D., a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at...
Adhesions Fast Facts, Guide to Preparing for Gynecologic Surgery from NWHRC
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 10, 2007
... Surgical adhesions occur when tissue in the abdominal cavity adheres, or gets stuck to other tissue - these commonly form following pelvic surgeries: such as hysterectomy , tubal ligation, ce...
Liposuction is No Solution to Childhood Obesity
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 10, 2007
... Teenagers are now seeking surgical options to lose weight. In lieu of this, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) warns teenagers that liposuction and tummy tucks are inappropriate proc...
CardioMEMS, Inc. Conducted First Patient Implant of Wireless Pressure Sensor for Hypertension Monitoring
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 27, 2007
...
CardioMEMS, Inc. 's wireless pressure sensor has been successfully implanted surgically into the wrist of three severely hypertensive patients at Hospital DIPRECA in Santiago, Chile by ca...
CeBIT 2007: Da Vinci, Roboter für Chirurgie
in Das Gesundheits-Weblog, on 17.03.07
...
Nähere Infos in Englisch finden sich auf der Homepage der Firma Intuitive Surgical (von dort stammt auch das Bild).
...
SourceMedical Partners with Inventory Optimization Solutions (IOS) to Provide Advanced Supply Chain Management Functionality
in Supplychainer, on March 15, 2007
...r of outpatient information solutions collectively serving 6,000 ambulatory surgery centers, surgical hospitals, physician practices, rehabilitation clinics, and diagnostic imaging centers, ann...
CollaRx® BUPIVACAINE IMPLANT for the Management of Post-operative Pain
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 5, 2007
...-Collagen Sponge formulated using Innocoll's proprietary CollaRx technology .
Normally, post-surgical pain is managed by systemic administration of narcotic analgesics like morphine - often re...
Menniet: Computer-controlled, Low-pressure Air Pulses-Device, Non-Surgical Therapy for Severe Vertigo
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 28, 2007
Meniere's disease is a condition characterized by sudden bouts of dizziness (vertigo), a roaring or ringing sound in the ear, hearing loss and painful pressure in one or both ears - a condition suffered by more than 2.6 million individuals in the U.S. and Europe.
[Meniere's disease i...
LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding System Has Fewer Complications than Gastric Bypass
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 27, 2007
...able gastric banding (LAGB) and laparoscopic Roux-en Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) are two bariatric surgical procedures performed in the United States for the treatment of morbid obesity .
...
Male Circumcision Definitely Prevents HIV Infection: New Study Confirms
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 26, 2007
...IV infections than uncircumcised men.
We now have very concrete evidence that a relatively simple surgical procedure can have a very large impact on HIV."
Study results have been reported in ...
Oakley Judge 系列 Stealth 黑色款手表
in Wangtam, on 2007-02-26
看见 Oakley Judge 系列的这一款黑色手表时,只能满嘴的呼喊着"kowl"来宣泄一种兴奋的心情。有点像蝙蝠男的那种粗狂线条设计,实在是很 man。售价也不算昂贵,仅为 650 美元。不锈钢外壳耐磨经用,纯蓝宝石水晶表面采用了防反光涂层处理,清晰的指针以及明显的日历显示,颇显大气。
Phase Change Materials
in The Techwear Weblog, on February 21, 2007
I found this entry about Phase Change Materials on a "Flog", a fake Weblog. However, the copy is pretty comprehensive and the topic interesting as well.
Because the weblog's aim is to make google crazy I will not link to it. You'll find the whole text in the extended entry.
&q...
Endometriosis
in Well Woman Blog, on February 16, 2007
... good news? Surgery can help. . The Science Blog reports:
One of the few prospective studies of surgical treatment for endometriosis has shown that the majority of women who undergo surgery for th...





