Medtronic has received CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark for the TYRX Absorbable Antibacterial Envelope. This innovative mesh envelope covers an implantable cardiac device to help stabilize the device after implantation and reduce surgical-site infections. The efficacy of the previous generation, non-absorbable TYRX Antibacterial Envelope* has been…
Category: Surgery
CarePoint Health Physicians Perform Surgeries Using the da Vinci Xi Robot for the First Time in New Jersey
CarePoint Health is proud to announce that the first da Vinci robotic surgical cases in the State of New Jersey using the new Xi platform were performed at Christ Hospital on August 26, 2014. The surgeries were performed by Dr. Michael Ahn, Dr. Ravikumar Brahmbhatt…
The Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures and What They Entail
Plastic surgery has become extremely popular over recent years. People want to have the perfect nose, bum, and body. This is mainly because of people seeing their favourite celebrities in magazines looking perfect, but most of the time this is down to Photoshop. Plastic surgery…
How to be Sure That Breast Implants Are for You
If you’re considering breast implants, then you must make sure that this is absolutely the right decision for you. Breast implants can change your life, but it’s up to you whether that’s in a negative or positive way. Many women think of breast implants when…
This Important Information Will Prepare You To Handle Pain Relief After Surgery
The build up to your surgery is a nerve-wracking time. You might not be thinking about how you’ll feel after the surgery because you’re concentrating so hard on the surgery itself. But it’s after your surgery when the real recovery begins. Whether you’ve had a…
Bariatric Surgery Boosts Brain Power
At bariatric facilities like Dr. Feiz and Associates, the life-changing benefits of bariatric surgery, including reduced risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and endocrine disorders are well established. After all, Michael Feiz, M.D., F.A.C.S. has successfully treated thousands of patients through bariatric procedures like Lap Band,…
Arthrosurface Receives FDA Clearance for the KISSloc Hallux Valgus Correction System
Arthrosurface, Inc., a developer of novel joint technologies, has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the KISSloc Suture System, a mini plate and suture implant intended for the correction of a Hallux Valgus deformity. The KISSloc Suture System consists of two low profile plates and a…
Four Life Improving Benefits of Back Surgery
The spinal column is one of the most delicate and essential areas of the human body. Signals carried to and from the brain through the column control many key functions of our motor skills and nervous system. Injury or ailment here can be life altering,…