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Heart surgeon surpasses 600 robotic heart surgeries

The Stitch

Liao achieved a significant milestone by completing his 600th robotic heart surgery. The post Heart surgeon surpasses 600 robotic heart surgeries appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network. In March, Dr. Kenneth K.

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Understanding robotic surgery: Why it’s a game-changer in modern medicine

The Stitch

The capabilities of robotic-assisted surgeries expand, providing new possibilities for patient care and treatment outcomes. The post Understanding robotic surgery: Why it’s a game-changer in modern medicine appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Anesthesia for Eyelid Surgery

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a common cosmetic or reconstructive procedure aimed at improving the appearance and/or function of the eyelids 1. When planning anesthesia for eyelid surgery, several factors must be considered to tailor the approach to the individual patient’s needs and the nature of the procedure.

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Why do so few eligible patients undergo bariatric surgery?

The Stitch

Bariatric surgery is an effective and durable treatment for individuals with obesity and its related health conditions. However, only a tiny minority of eligible patients The post Why do so few eligible patients undergo bariatric surgery? appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Topical treatment found noninferior to surgery

SurgicalPerformance

Topical treatment found noninferior to surgery for the treatment of vulvar high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions Surgery and laser vaporisation is the standard treatment for vulvar high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (vHSIL), but recurrences are observed in 50% of patients.

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Preparing for cataract surgery

The Stitch

Baylor Medicine ophthalmologist Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal outlines how to prepare for surgery to treat cataracts, a common eyesight issue. The post Preparing for cataract surgery appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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How Safe Surgery Checklists Enhance Surgical Care

LiveData

By improving communication, surgery checklists ensure that the best possible surgical quality is achieved and patient safety is not compromised.

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