Spinal surgery can be a big deal, especially when dealing with complex cases like adult spinal deformities. One of the main worries after such surgeries is something called proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) and its more severe form, proximal junctional failure (PJF). These complications can happen
Medical tools can easily get infected by germs and mold. This is a big problem. Scientists have been working on special coatings to stop these infections. But, they often miss the mold part. Now, a new coating is here. It uses two special molecules: sulfobetaine and borneol. Together, they make a st
Knee implants are a big deal. They help people walk again. But there's a tricky part: the stem. It's like the root of the implant. It goes into the bone. There are two types: cemented and press-fit. Cemented stems are like glue. They hold the implant in place right away. But they don't let the bone
When it comes to fixing broken legs, specifically fractures at the bottom of the thighbone, doctors have been using either one or two implants. A recent study dug into whether using two implants is worth the extra effort and cost. The study used a special model to figure out if one implant or two im
Shoulder replacements are becoming more common, and with that comes the need to fix or change these implants. To make this process simpler and less harmful to the body, doctors have created special parts for the shoulder joint that can be easily switched. These parts are called convertible glenoid a
Imagine you're at a hospital, waiting for an MRI scan. Suddenly, you're told they need to check your implant for safety first. This can take ages, or even lead to the scan being canceled. That's what happens when hospitals follow the UK guidelines for MR safety, which say they should contact the imp
