More articles about: medical devices
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'It's Like You Have a Hand Again'
Michigan researchers develop an ultra-precise mind controlled prosthetic.
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Research into Innovative Treatment Ideas for Traumatic Brain Injury
With new funding, Michigan Medicine’s Michigan Center for Integrative Research in Critical Care will explore innovative treatment ideas for traumatic brain injuries.
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What to Expect at Airport Security with a Defibrillator
Advance planning and clear communication can make the exchange go more smoothly for travelers with the implanted medical device.
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Short-Term Use of IV Devices Is Common — and Risky — Study Shows
PICCs should be reserved for long-term use, but a new study shows 1 in 4 are inserted for five days or less with 1 in 10 of these leading to device-related complications.
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Should Patients Have the ‘Right to Try’ Untested Treatments? They Already Do
A federal “right-to-try” law for medical treatments could soon become reality. But systems to expand access to investigational options while protecting patients are already in place, says a U-M expert.
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How to Pick the Right PICC for a Patient? There’s an App for That
A new digital tool offers an evidence-based guide to vascular access devices that could change bedside decisions — and boost patient safety.
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Building a Better Feeding Tube
C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital is developing a feeding tube that lies flush with the skin. See how the Buddy Button compares to traditional G-tubes.
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