Purpose We define the ideal anterior capsulotomy through consideration of capsular histology and biomechanics. Desirable qualities include preventing posterior capsular opacification (PCO), ...

Abstract: This paper presents a hybrid magnetic-mechanical manipulation system for automated capsulorhexis utilizing a flexible catheter with a sharp edge magnetic tip. Vision based closed loop ...

Women with common pregnancy complications are at increased risk for cardiovascular and metabolic health problems later in life. But many patients remain unaware of the connection. By Danielle Friedman ...

A prospective, intraindividual, randomized clinical trial was performed at Fuzhou University Affiliated Provincial Hospital, Fujian, China. A total of 130 eyes of 65 age-related cataract patients with ...

Cesarean delivery is the most common inpatient surgery in the U.S. but it also carries inherent surgical risks, including vascular, visceral, soft tissue, and nerve damage, which can lead to ...

Early season heat waves gripping the central and southern United States are bringing attention to the health dangers of high temperatures during pregnancy. While extreme heat can be dangerous for ...

Colon cancer can cause complications such as bowel obstruction or gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. Treatments for colon cancer, such as surgery or chemotherapy, can also cause complications. Colon ...

The complications of menopause can be serious and long lasting. Your doctor or healthcare professional can help with treatment options. Menopause is a natural part of aging. Every person who has a ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . NEW YORK — In this presentation from OSN New York, Uday Devgan, MD, of Devgan Eye Surgery, uses surgical footage ...

Despite decades of calls for more attention to patient safety in hospitals, people undergoing surgery still have high rates of complications and medical errors, a new study finds. More than a third of ...