Medical
Augmented reality project to help train surgeons
A Scottish consortium is set to use augmented reality (AR) software to help train surgeons on hyper-real 3D-printed models of human organs. The software will guide trainee surgeons as they perform ‘surgery’ on the lifelike models and will be used in the UK and less developed areas of the world.
Electromagnetic platform for surgical navigation
TT Electronics has partnered with Radwave Technologies to help bring an accurate, reliable, and customisable electromagnetic (EM) tracking platform to the surgical navigation market. This advanced technology offers solutions for medical device innovators who are seeking to add new or improved EM capabilities to their medical devices.
Electronic skin products to see rapid adoption in cosmetic applications
Over the past few years, electronic skin technology has gained significant momentum. The technology finds a wide range of use-cases on account of its self-healing characteristics, stretching and self-powering abilities. Electronic skin and patches can be used for patients with prosthetics to provide a sense of touch. In addition, the products are increasingly gaining prominence in diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
How piezoceramics are revolutionising medical diagnostics and treatment
Piezo technology has recently become immensely popular in a variety of different areas, including chemistry, biology and medicine. It is being used to improve existing procedures like laparoscopies or endoscopic imaging, and is an enabling technology for non-contact ablation to treat atrial fibrillation. In vitro diagnostics (IVD) workflows to detect diseases are also greatly benefitting from the incorporation of piezoceramics, enabling accurate ...
Mechanical ventilators market to garner significant proceeds
Surging COVID-19 cases worldwide have triggered the adoption of mechanical ventilators significantly. Coronavirus is an infectious disease that has a direct impact on the respiratory system of the patient.
Ultrasound sensor for determining arterial stiffness
Imec has presented a proof-of-concept for determining arterial stiffness, a risk marker for cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and heart failure, and monitoring blood pressure. Imec’s approach uses an ultrasound sensor to measure the central pulse wave velocity.
The role of heating technology in medical devices
There are around 10,000 different medical devices on the market today. Each individual piece of equipment must be manufactured to the highest standards to ensure accurate, efficient and safe results. Here, Andy Selvy, Chief System Designer at industrial technology company Watlow, discusses medical device trends and how heating technology plays a vital role in the function of medical equipment.
mHealth market to record proceeds with demand for remote data collection
One of the recent studies in the global mHealth market comprises research conducted by the IEEE Open Journal of Engineering in Medicine and Biology, and the Mass General Brigham (MGB) Center for COVID Innovation. The study underscores that mHealth mobile apps providing contact tracing are crucial in the detection of people who might have come in contact with a person infected with COVID-19.
Medical test centre selects Rigel infusion pump analyser
One of South East Asia’s leading test and calibration service centres has specified Rigel Medical’s Multi-Flo infusion pump analyser for improved compliance testing of medical devices.
Orthopedic disorders to elevate global devices market share
The orthopedic devices market will see lucrative growth in the coming years backed by rising innovations and technological advancements in the healthcare sector. Orthopedic medical devices are known to be tremendously efficacious in reducing pain, restoring mobility, and improving the quality of life for many individuals each year.