Surgical robots could make radical prostatectomy safer
Researchers have developed a minuscule robot that could revolutionize surgical procedures for treating prostate cancer.
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How AI can improve medical imaging
AI offers not only the possibility of better detection of a tumor, a skin lesion or some other indication but also can improve accuracy and efficiency for radiologists.
Hand-held robot points to less invasive prostate surgery
Collaborators are developing an endoscopic robotic system with two-handed dexterity at a much smaller scale than existing options.
Robot-guided video game gets older adults moving
A robot led older adults through a video game, out of their comfort zone, learning and working together demonstrating the promise of future care.
Stress fractures and wearables: The mistake that could mean injuries
Stress fracture? Your foot hitting pavement wasn't the main problem. Engineer, NFL Players Association adviser find issue with running sensors.
Blockchain makes sharing of medical records secure
Engineers have successfully developed and validated the feasibility of blockchain-based technologies for secure, confidential sharing of patient medical records.
"Smart" prosthetic ankle can adapt to rough terrain
Prosthetics for arms and legs have evolved from the rudimentary wooden appendages of just a few decades ago.