3D printing offers great potential for the future of surgery – not only can parts be created that precisely fit a particular patient, but the materials used can minimise the risk of infection.

A central issue in consideration of inpatient vs. outpatient surgery for patients undergoing ACDF+P relates to the risk of postoperative hematoma, and the theoretical risk that diagnosis and ...

More affordable than ever, 3D printers are booming for personal, professional, and educational use. Here's everything to know before you buy one, along with the top models from our hands-on testing.

Robots have been working in the manufacturing industry since the 1950s, but their entry into the realm of medicine was not until the 1990s, along with a demand for minimally invasive surgery.

Surgery is a procedure in which incision and physical manipulation are used to treat a patient with an injury or a disease. The patient's tissues are cut during this technique to permit the ...

Interactive 3D holograms of patients' organs are being used at a hospital in Leeds to improve surgery for patients. The software enables doctors to plan and personalise operations to each person's ...

Today's affordable 3D printers will likely surprise you: You can get a smooth-working machine with useful features once found only in high-end models. Starting at just $250, these are the top ...

Experts from Duke Cancer Institute discuss the creation of individualized management plans to transition patients from oncologist to primary care physician. Beyond Cancer: A Multidisciplinary ...

As well as helping the surgical team, Rustom believes the 3D images can help to calm patients' nerves. "Having a greater understanding of their condition and about what the surgery involves ...