Update on bariatric surgical procedures and an introduction to the implantable weight loss device: the Maestro Rechargeable System [0.03%]
代谢手术新进展及可充电植入式体重管理装置Maestro系统介绍
Stephanie S Hwang,Mark C Takata,Ken Fujioka et al.
Stephanie S Hwang et al.
There are many different methods of treating obesity, ranging from various medical options to several surgical therapies. This paper briefly summarizes current surgical options for weight loss with a focus on one of the newest US Food and D...
D3D augmented reality imaging system: proof of concept in mammography [0.03%]
基于D3D的乳腺X线影像增强现实显示系统概念研究
David B Douglas,Emanuel F Petricoin,Lance Liotta et al.
David B Douglas et al.
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to present images from simulated breast microcalcifications and assess the pattern of the microcalcifications with a technical development called "depth 3-dimensional (D3D) augmente...
Balancing innovation and medical device regulation: the case of modern metal-on-metal hip replacements [0.03%]
创新与医疗器械监管的平衡：金属合金髋关节置换装置案例分析
Jason J Howard
Jason J Howard
Due to problems with wear particle generation and subsequent loosening using conventional metal-on-polyethylene total hip replacements, there has been a shift toward alternative bearing systems, including metal-on-metal (MoM), for younger, ...
Purushothaman Geethanjali
Purushothaman Geethanjali
Myoelectric signals (MES) have been used in various applications, in particular, for identification of user intention to potentially control assistive devices for amputees, orthotic devices, and exoskeleton in order to augment capability of...
Comparison of drug delivery with autoinjector versus manual prefilled syringe and between three different autoinjector devices administered in pig thigh [0.03%]
自动注射器给药与手动预装注射器给药以及三种不同自动注射器给药的比较（在猪大腿处给药）
Robert L Hill,John G Wilmot,Beth A Belluscio et al.
Robert L Hill et al.
Parenteral routes of drug administration are often selected to optimize actual dose of drug delivered, assure high bioavailability, bypass first-pass metabolism or harsh gastrointestinal environments, as well as maximize the speed of onset....
New developments in the treatment of early-onset spinal deformity: role of the Shilla growth guidance system [0.03%]
早期脊柱畸形治疗新进展——Shilla生长导向系统的作用
Sean M Morell,Richard E McCarthy
Sean M Morell
Early-onset scoliosis is a complex condition with multiple facets. The goal of treating any spinal deformity is to improve the condition of the patient with the least intervention necessary. A system that allows for continuation of natural ...
Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging contrast media injectors: technical feature review - what is really needed? [0.03%]
CT和磁共振造影剂注射器：技术特性回顾——什么才是必需的？
Michael Friebe
Michael Friebe
There has been little technical innovation over the last few years for contrast media (CM) injectors that are used for diagnostic imaging (computed tomography [CT], magnetic resonance imaging [MRI], and hybrid imaging systems, such as posit...
Bilateral posterior cervical cages provide biomechanical stability: assessment of stand-alone and supplemental fixation for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion [0.03%]
双边后颈椎 Cage 提供生物力学稳定性：评估前路颈椎间盘切除融合术的单枚和辅助固定效果
Leonard I Voronov,Krzysztof B Siemionow,Robert M Havey et al.
Leonard I Voronov et al.
Introduction: Supplemental posterior instrumentation has been widely used to enhance stability and improve fusion rates in higher risk patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). These typically in...
Durable intermediate-to long-term outcomes after minimally invasive transiliac sacroiliac joint fusion using triangular titanium implants [0.03%]
采用三角形钛合金植入物进行骶髂关节微创经髂骨融合术的长期疗效分析
Donald Sachs,Don Kovalsky,Andy Redmond et al.
Donald Sachs et al.
Background: Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) fusion (SIJF), first performed 95 years ago, has become an increasingly accepted surgical option for chronic SIJ dysfunction. Few studies have reported intermediate- or long-term outcome...
A method for establishing class III medical device equivalence: sodium hyaluronate (GenVisc 850) for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis [0.03%]
透明质酸钠（GenVisc 850）治疗膝骨关节炎的第三类医疗器械等同性确立方法学研究
Gheorghe Doros,Philip T Lavin,Michael Daley et al.
Gheorghe Doros et al.
Although the concept of equivalence for drugs (generics) and biologics (biosimilars) has been readily adopted, the concept of equivalence or indistinguishable characteristics for class III medical devices has yet to be specifically addresse...