You might think that in the high-pressure world of intensive care, doctors and nurses are just focused on their own jobs. But the World Health Organization (WHO) wants to change that. They're pushing for a team-based approach to keep patients safe. This means nurses and surgeons working together, no
Ever thought about how surgeons learn to use robots for hernia repairs? It turns out, nobody really knows how much practice they need. It's like learning to ride a bike – you'll fall a few times. But in surgery, those falls matter a lot! Scientists are busy figuring this out. They're studying how m
In China, public hospitals are feeling the pressure to manage costs, thanks to the new medical insurance payment system called diagnosis-related groups. This system has had a notable impact on uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) surgeries for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) at Hospital C. T
Imagine trying to perform a delicate surgery on the vocal cords without being able to see them clearly. This was the challenge faced by doctors treating a 56-year-old man with a narrowed vocal cord condition known as posterior glottic stenosis (PGS). Instead of using the usual method of suspension l
Epilepsy is a brain condition that causes unusual electrical activity, often leading to seizures. These seizures start in a specific area of the brain, known as the epileptogenic focus. But not all epileptic brain activity, called interictal epileptiform spikes, is helpful in pinpointing this focus.
Ever wondered about the roots of neurosurgery in the US? Enter NeuroSurgeonTree, a company on a mission to trace the careers of every brain surgeon out there, eventually expanding their family tree globally. The goal is clear: map out the profession's history one specialist at a time. Imagine a vas
Everyone heals differently, and it turns out that a patient's grit might play a big role in their recovery from knee surgery. Scientists have been digging into why some people bounce back quickly while others take longer. They've found that mental toughness, or resilience, can make a real difference
Did you ever think your body has a tiny reporter named FGF21? This protein keeps an eye on your fat tissue and liver. When you're obese, your body makes more FGF21, like a warning that things aren't right. But, after special surgery, FGF21 levels drop. Why? Because the surgery helps your fat tissue
Hip fractures can be a real challenge for older adults. Scientists wondered if computers could help doctors figure out which patients might face short-term complications after surgery. They compared two methods: traditional approaches and powerful computer algorithms called machine learning. Surpris
The realm of plastic and reconstructive surgery is evolving, with a growing emphasis on embracing diversity. Initially, the focus was on providing more opportunities for women and individuals from Black and Hispanic/Latino backgrounds. Today, the concept of diversity has broadened to include religio
