The objective of this study was to photographically record and measure pelvic inclination angles on the operating table in the supine position during preoperative preparation, comparing these to ...

Positioning patients with large vessel ischemic (clot-caused) stroke with their heads flat (0-degrees) before surgery to remove the blood clot resulted in significant improvements in neurological ...

Positioning patients with large vessel ischemic (clot-caused) stroke with their heads flat (0-degrees) before surgery to remove the blood clot resulted in significant improvements in neurological ...

From pre-op checklists to better communication between doctors, hospitals are rethinking how patients prepare for surgery. Clearer instructions, coordinated care teams, and smarter scheduling can help ...

Currently, pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) with internal limiting membrane (ILM) peeling is the gold standard for the treatment of idiopathic macular hole (IMH) 1, with closure rates ranging from 84 to 94 ...

Preparing for surgery involves more than just scheduling a date and showing up at the hospital. It requires thoughtful planning, collaboration with your healthcare team, and a proactive mindset. From ...

The first two weeks after mastectomy are the most physically demanding of the entire recovery period. Surgical drains are in ...

Prehabilitation can help the elderly recover better and suffer fewer complications from spinal fusion surgery, a new study says.

A video consultation between patient and surgeon is just as good as a physical visit to the outpatient clinic to discuss a major operation. This is evident from research by Amsterdam UMC, demonstrated ...

Hospital beds for stroke patients are typically elevated at the head, however, a flat head position before surgical removal of a blood clot in the brain (thrombectomy) may lead to better outcomes.