Cook Medical recalls catheters over fault linked to 3 serious injuries The company began the recall after receiving four field complaints about tip separation before and during use.

The field of continent catheterisable channels and urinary diversion techniques has evolved considerably over recent decades. These techniques, which facilitate bladder drainage through a ...

Appendix Determine that the venous-access device (peripherally inserted central catheter, tunneled catheter, short-term percutaneously inserted central venous catheter, implantable port, or ...

For APC, a dedicated operator needs a special catheter allowing for the argon gas and the electrical current flow. This catheter is not used in electrocautery where there is direct tissue contact.

Individuals undergoing surgical removal of the appendix for complicated appendicitis are more likely to suffer complications after surgery in comparison to uncomplicated appendicitis. The routine ...

Psoas muscle abscess is an insidious disease, with varied clinical manifestations and a challenging diagnosis. This pathology has been more frequently identified due to the increased availability of ...

Infected hangnails, or paronychia, are common and will often heal without complications. Learn more about at-home care and when to seek help.