Information About Radiology
admin Category Endoscopy Therapeutic Typical Use Allow suctioning and instrument passage during bronchoscopy. Description An integrated lumen within flexible bronchoscopes that permits suctioning of secretions, instillation of fluids, and passage of biopsy tools or brushes while maintaining visualization and airway control during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Category Microsurgery Neurosurgery Typical Use Secure nerve ends or conduits during peripheral nerve repair. Description Small fixation devices and suturing aids used to approximate nerve stumps or secure nerve conduits and grafts, facilitating tension free coaptation and promoting axonal regeneration in peripheral nerve reconstruction.
Category Elastography Application Term Liver Shear Wave Measurement Definition of Liver Shear Wave Measurement Quantitative Shear Wave Assessment For Liver Fibrosis Staging Notes About Liver Shear Wave Measurement Reported In Kilopascals
Category Philosophical Topic Term Robot Ethics Definition of Robot Ethics Moral Questions About Robot Behavior, Autonomy, And Societal Impact Notes About Robot Ethics Includes Responsibility, Bias, And Job Displacement
Category Commercial Support Term Incubation Programs Definition of Incubation Programs Programs Supporting Startups With Mentorship, Funding, And Technical Resources To Commercialize Robotics Innovations Notes About Incubation Programs Bridges Research And Market
Category Gynecologic Exam Typical Use Visualize cervix for Pap smear and inspection. Description An instrument used to separate the vaginal walls to expose the cervix for visual inspection, Pap smear collection, and minor procedures; specula are available in metal or disposable plastic designs and in various sizes. Proper insertion technique, lubrication, and patient positioning are … Read more
Category Postprocessing Term Cardiac Functional Analysis Definition of Cardiac Functional Analysis Quantification Of Ventricular Volumes, Ejection Fraction, And Wall Motion From ECG Gated CT Notes About Cardiac Functional Analysis Complements Echocardiography And MRI
Category Diagnostic Typical Use Test deep tendon reflexes. Description A handheld instrument used to elicit deep tendon reflexes such as the patellar and Achilles reflexes to assess the integrity of peripheral nerves and central nervous system pathways. Reflex testing helps localize neurologic lesions, evaluate neuromuscular disorders, and monitor changes in neurologic status over time. Different … Read more
Category Nuclear Cardiology Imaging Typical Use Deliver vasodilator or inotropic agents for nonexercise stress testing. Description An infusion pump and syringe system used to administer pharmacologic stress agents during myocardial perfusion imaging when exercise testing is not feasible, requiring monitoring for adverse effects and coordination with imaging acquisition timing.
Category Laboratory Point of Care Typical Use Detect bloodstream pathogens and resistance markers quickly to guide antimicrobial therapy. Description A multiplex PCR based or microarray platform that identifies a broad panel of bacteria, fungi, and key resistance genes directly from positive blood culture bottles within hours, enabling earlier targeted antimicrobial therapy and antimicrobial stewardship interventions … Read more