Fluorescence-Guided Surgery: From Indocyanine Green to Tumor-Specific Fluorophores in 2026 Review Key Takeaways Fluorescence-guided surgery (FGS) is reshaping oncologic surgery by enabling real-time molecular visualization of tumors and critical anatomical structures. The field has evolved from non-specific fluorescent dyes toward highly targeted fluorophores capable of identifying malignant
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Robotic Surgery Beyond Urology: Which Procedures Are Finally Worth the Docking Time?
Robotic Surgery Beyond Urology: Which Procedures Are Finally Worth the Docking Time? Review Abstract Robotic surgery has undergone substantial expansion since its early adoption in urology, evolving into a widely utilized surgical platform across numerous specialties including general surgery, gynecology, cardiothoracic surgery, colorectal surgery, and orthopedics. Initially
Anesthesia for Non-Operating Room Procedures (NORA): The New Frontier in Risk
Anesthesia for Non-Operating Room Procedures (NORA) The New Frontier in Risk Review Abstract Non operating room anesthesia has become one of the most rapidly expanding domains within anesthesiology, with procedural volumes increasing by more than 15 percent annually. This growth reflects broader trends in healthcare delivery, including
Ambulatory Major Surgical Procedures: Establishing Safe Parameters for Same-Day Discharge
Ambulatory Major Surgical Procedures: Establishing Safe Parameters for Same-Day Discharge Abstract Purpose: This review examines the current evidence and safety parameters for performing major surgical procedures in the ambulatory setting with same-day discharge. The analysis focuses on patient selection criteria, procedural limitations, and institutional requirements necessary
Managing ‘HPV Positive, Normal Cytology’: When to Reassure vs Colposcopy
Managing ‘HPV Positive, Normal Cytology’: When to Reassure vs Colposcopy Abstract Human papillomavirus (HPV) testing has become a cornerstone of cervical cancer screening programs worldwide. However, the management of women who test positive for high-risk HPV but have normal cytology results remains a
Anastomotic Leak Prediction: Biomarkers + AI vs Surgeon Judgment
Anastomotic Leak Prediction: Biomarkers + AI vs Surgeon Judgment Key Takeaways Anastomotic leak prediction is evolving rapidly, with three distinct approaches showing different strengths and implementation timelines for surgical practice. AI models achieve 99.6% accuracy but face practical barriers. Biomarker protocols offer negative predictive
Psychedelics in Anesthesia and Pain: From OR Curiosity to Clinical Therapy
Psychedelics in Anesthesia and Pain From OR Curiosity to Clinical Therapy Abstract The integration of psychedelic substances into anesthesia and pain management represents an important and evolving development in contemporary medical practice. Historically associated with psychiatric research and later restricted due to regulatory concerns, psychedelic compounds are now reemerging
Hypotension Prediction Index and Machine Learning: Game Changer or Gimmick?
Hypotension Prediction Index and Machine Learning Game Changer or Gimmick Abstract Intraoperative and critical care hypotension is independently associated with adverse outcomes, including acute kidney injury, myocardial injury, stroke, prolonged hospitalization, and increased mortality. Even brief episodes of mean arterial pressure below established thresholds have been
The New Margin Wars in Oncology: Less Is More…Until It Isn’t
Beyond the Golden Hour in Trauma Care: New Evidence Questions Traditional Time Windows
