Medical Optics News

RSS

Abbreviated MR Breast Imaging Protocol Could Reduce Unnecessary Biopsies

A magnetic resonance (MR) breast imaging technique that uses no ionizing radiation or contrast agent could reduce unnecessary biopsies by providing additional information about suspicious findings on X-ray screening mammography, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology.

29 Sep 2015

Lumenis Launches UltraPulse CO2 Laser Platform at 119th AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting

Lumenis Ltd., the world's largest energy-based medical device company for surgical, aesthetic and ophthalmic applications, announced the launch of the UltraPulse DUO at the 119th Annual American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) Annual Meeting, taking place September 27 - 30, 2015 in Dallas, Texas.

28 Sep 2015

Groundbreaking PRaVDA Medical Imaging Technology for Cancer Treatment Now on IET’s New Show Wall

A groundbreaking piece of medical imaging technology that could revolutionise cancer treatment will be featured as part of a showcase of 100 engineering ideas that have changed our world.

22 Sep 2015

New Method to Make Transparent Tissue for Illuminating 3D Brain Anatomy at Very High Resolutions

Researchers at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute in Japan have developed a new technique for creating transparent tissue that can be used to illuminate 3D brain anatomy at very high resolutions. Published in Nature Neuroscience, the work showcases the new technology and its practical importance in clinical science by showing how it has given new insights into Alzheimer's disease plaques.

16 Sep 2015

Engineers Develop Tadpole Endoscope to Combat Various Types of Cancer

Engineers have developed a new medical device aimed at improving diagnostic procedures for various cancers: the Tadpole Endoscope (TE).

14 Sep 2015

Solta Medical Introduces Clear + Brilliant pelo Laser in the US

Solta Medical, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC today announced the availability of the Clear + Brilliant pelo™ laser in the United States, a sophisticated approach to permanent hair reduction. The launch of this device, which joins the comprehensive portfolio of Solta Medical's aesthetic device solutions, follows a unique partnership with German Medical Engineering, (GME), a sophisticated leader in the development of high-performance aesthetic energy devices.

11 Sep 2015

Study on Diffusion Tensor Imaging Efficacy for Assessing SCI Recovery Receives $198,000 Award

The New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research awarded $198,000 over two years to Zhiguo (Tony) Jiang, Ph.D., research scientist at Kessler Foundation, to examine the efficacy of using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) in assessing recovery after spinal cord injury (SCI). Results may enable medical professionals to predict motor recovery and provide more accurate prognoses.

11 Sep 2015

Specially-Developed Optical Interferometer Helps Monitor Stem Cell Production

RELIABLE and large-scale production of high-quality stem cells will be vital if they are to achieve what many believe is their full potential in a wide range of medical therapies. A University of Huddersfield scientist is conducting research that aims to ensure this.

9 Sep 2015

New Report Covers Technology and Market Trends of Optical Coherence Tomography Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Optical Coherence Tomography for Healthcare and Life Science: Technology and Market Trends" report to their offering.

8 Sep 2015

Optovue Hightlights AngioAnalytics Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography at ESCRS

Optovue, the global leader in the development and commercialization of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), today announced AngioAnalytics™, a significant expansion of its OCTA technology, at the 33rd congress of the European Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS) being held in Barcelona, Spain from September 5-9.

7 Sep 2015