All articles by julian turner
julian turner
Helping hand – reducing clinical glove misuse
Clinical gloves are routinely used in patient-care delivery but have the potential to increase the risk of healthcare-associated infection transmission unless certain procedures are followed. Jennie Wilson, reader in healthcare epidemiology at the University of West London, speaks to Sarah Williams about the ways healthcare workers can reduce clinical glove misuse.
New nanoparticles perform MRI and fluorescent imaging
IT chemists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the US have developed new nanoparticles that can simultaneously perform magnetic resonance imaging and fluorescent imaging in living animals.
Heart can heal using own immune cells, say US researchers
The heart contains its own pool of immune cells capable of helping it heal after injury, according to new research in the US.
Tools of the trade – the orthopaedic power tools market
Power tools are key for many orthopaedic procedures. Driven by the industry’s continued innovation in cordless battery-powered systems as well as a better understanding of corded systems’ downsides, surgeons globally have been adopting premium-priced electric and, more significantly, battery-operated tools. GlobalData details how the market is set to fare up to 2020.
Off the record – healthcare-acquired infections
Healthcare-acquired infections remain a significant worry, but are hospitals doing all they can to combat them? Barbara Harpham, national director at Heart Research UK and chair of the Medical Technology Group, discusses a recent report that suggests NHS trusts are in the dark over the full scale of the problem.
Pressure points – eliminate hospital-acquired pressure ulcers
While significant efforts to eliminate hospital-acquired pressure ulcers have been undertaken recently, tissue viability nurses are confronted by many daily problems fulfilling this task. Sharon Bateman, an expert in wound care and clinical manager for respiratory at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, talks to Sarah Williams about the challenges of taking the pressure off.
Strike the band – the efficacy of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery is currently offered to type 2 diabetics with a BMI of 35 or more, but to counter the ominous surge in new cases, some UK health institutions have recommended broadening this to anyone classed as obese. Chris Godfrey discusses the efficacy of such proposals with Professor Nicholas Finer, consultant endocrinologist and bariatric physician at London’s University College Hospital, and finds out how they might impact patients, health services and the wider economy.
Strike the band – the efficacy of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery is currently offered to type 2 diabetics with a BMI of 35 or more, but to counter the ominous surge in new cases, some UK health institutions have recommended broadening this to anyone classed as obese. Chris Godfrey discusses the efficacy of such proposals with Professor Nicholas Finer, consultant endocrinologist and bariatric physician at London’s University College Hospital, and finds out how they might impact patients, health services and the wider economy.
Maximum exposure – radiation risks during CT imaging
Radiation encountered during CT imaging can cause patients serious health problems. Introduced and supported by Bayer, Dr Sebastian Schindera, radiologist at the University Hospital Basel, explains to Medical Imaging Technology the risks associated with poorly controlled doses and how clinicians can avoid them.
The kidneys are alright – the risks and rewards of contrast media
It is widely accepted in medical literature that iodinated contrast media can be bad for kidneys, but a comprehensive study suggests the fear may be unfounded. Dr Robert J McDonald from Mayo Clinic in Minnesota talks to Natalie Healey about the reasons behind this medical dogma, and what the new research could mean for radiologists.