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"Teenagers Undergo Groundbreaking Robotic Heart Surgery in Spain"

Doctors in Barcelona have performed the first robotic heart surgeries on teenagers with congenital heart disorders, marking a significant advancement in medical technology. The use of robotics in these procedures reduces invasiveness, post-operative recovery time, and aesthetic impact compared to traditional open-heart surgery. The new joint centre for congenital heart disease aims to provide comprehensive care for children with heart malformations, with a team of 23 professionals working to extend surgical techniques to the pediatric population.

2 years ago•Source: Euronews

"Rapid Saliva Test for Breast Cancer Detection in 5 Seconds Developed by US and Taiwan Scientists"

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1.605 min•2 years ago

"Rapid Saliva Test for Breast Cancer Detection in 5 Seconds Developed by US and Taiwan Scientists"

Scientists from the University of Florida and the National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University in Taiwan have developed a portable biosensor that can detect breast cancer biomarkers from a small saliva sample, potentially revolutionizing breast cancer screening. The biosensor uses paper test strips treated with antibodies and an Arduino platform to provide quick, inexpensive, and accurate test results, with the ability to detect even minute concentrations of cancer biomarkers. This breakthrough could offer a more accessible and efficient alternative to traditional screening methods like mammograms and MRIs.

via The News International

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