Videos
Balloon Retention Facilitates Transgastric Laparoscopic Cysto-gastrostomy In Treatment Of Pancreatic Pseudocyst
January 21, 2010 5:24 am | CommentsObjective: This presentation demonstrates intragastric balloon retention facilitating a transgastric laparoscopic cysto-gastrostomy for pancreatic pseudocyst. Methods: Via endoscopic and laparoscopic methods, 3 balloon-tipped operating trocars were inserted into the stomach.
daVinci Thyroidectomy
January 14, 2010 6:01 am | CommentsThe endoscopic portion of a left thyroid lobectomy is performed by Dr. Ron Kuppersmith using the daVinci Surgical System via the transaxillary approach. No neck incisions are used in this procedure, which was performed at the Texas Institute for Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery.
Hospital "Goes Green" By Reducing Waste, Water Consumption
January 14, 2010 6:01 am | CommentsUsing water- and energy- efficient washers and sterilizers, this hospital is working to reduce water and energy consumption, as well as reduce the hospital's overall waste.
Surgeons Outline Marathon Procedure
January 14, 2010 5:59 am | CommentsThe medical team that separated the conjoined Bangladeshi twins Krishna and Trishna describe the 31-hour surgical procedure.
Glove Safety
January 7, 2010 5:40 am | CommentsUnlike some forms of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gowns or masks which are worn only during particular situations, gloves are worn constantly on a daily basis. This video clip from HCPros "Personal Protective Equipment Training Video," shows how to safely put on and remove medical gloves.
da Vinci Myomectomy
January 7, 2010 5:39 am | CommentsThis is a surgical procedure of laparoscopic myomectomy being performed with the use of da Vinci Surgical System. This patient had minimal blood loss and was able to go home from the hospital within 23 hours. Return to normal activity within two weeks.
The Difference Between Respirators And Surgical Masks
January 7, 2010 5:38 am | CommentsA surgical mask is not a respirator and that's an important distinction for you and your employer to understand. So let’s review the significant differences between the two. You have a right to a safe and healthful workplace.
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Fusion
January 7, 2010 5:38 am | CommentsJeffrey J. Larson, M.D. performs a minimally invasive lumbar fusion surgery using the anterior approach.
WHO Safe Surgery Saves Lives Checklist In A Trauma Surgery
December 22, 2009 1:42 pm | CommentsThis is a demonstration of how the WHO Safe Surgery Saves Lives Checkist functions in an operation, in this case a trauma surgery. For more information on the Checklist and the Safe Surgery Saves Lives Campaign, visit www.
Breast Lumpectomy Surgery
December 22, 2009 1:41 pm | CommentsNote: There is no audio to accompany this video PEAK Surgical has developed a family of disposable surgical cutting and coagulation tools ideal for breast lumpectomy surgery. PlasmaBlade offers the technology needed for a variety of procedures: The PlasmaBlade, which is designed to be used to cut through all types of soft tissue, including skin, fat and muscle.
How To Use The Pyxis SupplyStation®
December 22, 2009 1:40 pm | CommentsThis educational video used for student orientation at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center on how to use the Pyxis SupplyStation® as a storage and supply automation solution.
Primary Pelvic Floor Repair With Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy
December 22, 2009 1:39 pm | CommentsLaparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy (LSH) is a common advanced laparoscopic procedure offered as treatment for a number of gynecologic problems. Ideas vary among surgeons regarding optimal closing techniques of the cervix and pelvic floor.
