May 22, 2013: Docs Use 3-D Printer to Create Lifesaving Airway Device for Infant
Rare, worsening condition led to emergency FDA approval to use splint

May 21, 2013: Racial Disparities Seen in U.S. Lung Cancer Treatment
Blacks less likely, Hispanics more likely than whites to undergo surgery as early treatment, study shows

May 15, 2013: Noisy Operating Rooms May Jeopardize Patient Safety
Chatter, music and equipment sounds reduced surgeons' speech comprehension in small study

May 14, 2013: Procedure for Incontinence in Women May Lose Effectiveness With Time
In 7-year study, failure rate for pelvic organ prolapse surgery gradually increased

May 02, 2013: Gene Test May Help Predict Success of Weight-Loss Surgery
Change to DNA might explain why some shed more pounds than others after gastric bypass, study says

May 02, 2013: Study Supports Broader Access to Lap-Band Weight-Loss Surgery
But not everyone agrees it's time to recommend the procedure to those who aren't extremely obese

May 01, 2013: General Anesthesia Not Linked to Raised Risk for Dementia
No long-term mental changes associated with the procedure in older surgical patients, study says

May 01, 2013: Antidepressants May Hasten Bypass Recovery, Study Finds
Mental health, pain improve sooner, researchers say

April 30, 2013: How Weight-Loss Surgery Improves Diabetes Control
Key hormones, amino acids altered during digestion, study finds

April 30, 2013: For Some Seniors With Skin Cancer, Surgery Not Always Best Choice
Risk of complications may outweigh benefits for frail elderly who do not have melanoma, study suggests

April 30, 2013: Paralyzed Patient Moves Prosthetic Arm With Her Mind
Experimental robotic technology may someday help people with amputations as well, experts hope

April 29, 2013: Some Antidepressants Linked to Bleeding Risk With Surgery
It's not clear whether SSRI drugs should be stopped before procedures, study says

April 29, 2013: Cosmetic Procedures for Arms on the Rise, Plastic Surgeons Say
Vast majority of patients are women

April 25, 2013: Race, Income Tied to Breast Cancer Treatment Delays, Reduced Survival
Study of young women found big difference if treatment started within 2 weeks versus 6 weeks

April 23, 2013: Common Heart Meds May Boost Recovery From Non-Cardiac Surgeries
Large study looked at possible protective effect of beta-blockers

April 23, 2013: Obesity Linked to Prostate Cancer, Study Finds
Men who had a biopsy that didn't find cancer were at raised risk for disease later if they were obese

April 16, 2013: Some Slightly Obese May Gain From Weight-Loss Surgery, Guidelines Say
Medical groups lower threshold for body-fat levels in new recommendations

April 15, 2013: Study Questions Value of PSA Test for Older Men
Only a third who received abnormal result went on to receive prostate biopsy, experts note

April 15, 2013: New Procedure May Shrink Enlarged Prostate Without Surgery
'Prostatic artery embolization' didn't cause troublesome side effects in study

April 15, 2013: Freezing Treatment May Help Destroy Lung Tumors: Study
'Cryoablation' might offer therapeutic option for cancer patients whose disease has spread

April 12, 2013: Stem Cells to Relieve Low Back Pain?
Early study says maybe, but experts say much more research on treatment is needed

April 11, 2013: Radiation Therapy May Raise Future Death Risk From Heart Surgery
Study found nearly doubled risk tied to chest radiation received years ago

April 11, 2013: Weight-Loss Surgery May Affect Fat-Related Genes
Swedish researchers found better body-fat control in people who had procedure

April 09, 2013: Brain Surgery Eases Compulsive Eating in 10-Year-Old Girl
Benign tumor was causing premature puberty and obesity linked to overeating, doctors say

April 05, 2013: Teen Boys With Enlarged Breasts Show Emotional Effects
Study found condition may lower general health as well

April 05, 2013: Dental Anesthesia May Interrupt Wisdom Teeth Growth
Study finds link between numbing of lower jaw and lack of tooth buds

April 04, 2013: 'Sharps' Injuries Pose Serious Hazard for Surgeons, O.R. Staff
Needlesticks, other wounds put clinicians at risk for infectious diseases, emotional stress

April 02, 2013: Experimental Staph Vaccine Fails to Work, Study Finds
People who received it had similar infection rate, higher risk of staph-related death than others

April 02, 2013: Tonsillectomy Might Be Worth It for Some Adults
Finnish study found fewer sore throats after surgery, less time lost from work or school

April 01, 2013: When Breast Cancer Spreads to Lungs, Surgery May Increase Survival
Study suggests patients who have tumors removed could live many extra months

March 29, 2013: Complications From Kidney Stone Surgery Rising, Study Finds
Older, sicker patients may explain increase, researchers say

March 27, 2013: Gut Bacteria May Be Key to Gastric Bypass' Effects: Study
Transferring altered microbes into mouse bellies led to weight loss even without surgery

March 25, 2013: Complications More Common Than Thought for Type of Hip Surgery
Study looked at minimally invasive procedure to repair damage to inside of the joint

March 22, 2013: Steady Rise in Heart Valve Infections Noted in U.S.
Many develop in health care facilities, researcher says

March 22, 2013: Return-to-Work Rate High After Knee Replacement, Study Finds
Most physically active laborers get back on the job

March 21, 2013: Patient Wishes Should Guide End-of-Life Care, Researchers Say
Less pain, lower costs seen when treatment is tailored to meet dying person's goals

March 20, 2013: Blacks More Likely to Get Amputations Due to Blocked Blood Flow: Study
Whites were more likely to have less-drastic procedure to restore lower-leg circulation

March 19, 2013: Hormone Pills in Menopause May Carry Gallstone Side Effects
Large French study did not show similar risk for women on estrogen patch or gel

March 19, 2013: Joint Replacement May Reinvigorate Sex Life
Study shows unsung benefit of the surgery may be the ability to enjoy all aspects of life more

March 19, 2013: Therapy as Good as Surgery for Some With Torn Knee Cartilage
Study looked at osteoarthritis patients in severe pain

March 15, 2013: Study Examines Combo Chin, Nose Plastic Surgery
Profile proportions important to overall appearance, doctors say

March 15, 2013: New Method Quickly Spots Kidney Damage After Surgery
Patients who underwent heart-lung bypass showed high levels of specific protein in study

March 15, 2013: Robotic Surgery for Hysterectomy Often Not Best Option, Ob/Gyn Group Says
Expensive procedure adds little to routine care and should be reserved for complex cases, experts say

March 13, 2013: Ectopic Pregnancy Treatments Have Similar Effects on Fertility
French study compared medical, surgical procedures

March 12, 2013: Accidental Awareness During Anesthesia Is Rare, Study Finds
U.K. researchers report only 1 case per 15,000 general anesthesia patients

March 12, 2013: Many Ovarian Cancer Patients Denied By-the-Book Care, Study Says
Result: They're 30 percent more likely to die over five-year span, researchers find

March 11, 2013: Bypass Patients Fare Equally Well With or Without Heart-Lung Machine
Three studies find no differences in outcomes, even for the frail or elderly

March 11, 2013: Angioplasty Safe in Hospitals Without On-Site Heart Surgery Services
Outcomes for non-emergency coronary procedure were similar among hospitals in Massachusetts study

March 08, 2013: Heavier Pregnant Women May Face Higher C-Section Risk
Study also found greater possibility of forceps delivery

March 07, 2013: Skipping Aspirin Before Artery Procedure May Boost Death Rates
Recommended pre-op therapy neglected in 7 percent of angioplasty patients, study finds