Human augmentation, also known as Human 2.0, refers to technologies that are used for bringing physical improvement in the integral parts of the human body. Technological advancements in IT have led to the introduction of a greater variety of implants and other technologies, which are used for human augmentation. In addition, genetic engineered human technologies […]
Medical implants are artificial devices or tissues, which are used to replace damaged biological structures or enhance an existing biological structure. Some of the implants are made from skin, bone, or other body tissues. Others are made from metal, plastic, or ceramic materials. Medical implants can be permanent or can be taken out when they […]
Growth factors are group of proteins, which play an important role in the stimulation of cellular differentiation and cell division in the human body. There are different kinds of growth factors present in the human body. Some of the major growth factors include insulin-like growth factors, platelet-derived growth factors, epidermal growth factors, and nerve growth […]
Dental imaging is a process of creation of a high quality images for the diagnosis of dental problems. Dental imaging technologies help dentists to diagnose dental diseases by providing actual and visual images of the dental problems such as hidden dental structure, cavities, bone loss, and oral malignant melanoma. Radiography is a valuable imaging modality […]
Metabolism is a chemical reaction and physical process that involves maintenance of the living state, such as breathing, blood circulation, contraction of muscles, digestion of food and nutrients, elimination of wastes such as urine, controlling body temperature, and functioning of brain and nerves of the organism. It is a pathway that begins with a sequence […]
Noninvasive diagnostics is a process for the detection of disease through minimal incisions into the body. Noninvasive cancer diagnostic technologies provide fast and convenient procedures for noninvasive early detection of cancer and provide a valuable aid to the clinician and increased comfort to the patient. These technologies reduce the mortality rate by providing treatment in […]
Medical document management systems eliminate paper-based processes in health care organizations. These systems manage patient information and allow clinicians and administrators make well-informed decisions in treatment and hospitalization procedures. In addition, medical document management systems help health care organizations to automate admission forms, insurance cards, insurance claims, invoices, and laboratory results. The global medical document […]
Hypo or hyperthermia may result in various complications, which makes it necessary to manage the human body temperature. Temperature management products serve regulation and maintenance of patients’ normal body temperature inside recovery rooms, operations theaters, ICUs, or other hospital areas. With growing demand from hospitals and other healthcare facilities, temperature management products are currently gaining […]
Blood is a living tissue made up of liquid, with numerous cells and proteins suspended in it. It is a circulating fluid, containing red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It provides oxygen and nutrition to the body cells through capillaries, arteries, and veins. It also helps to remove metabolic waste and carbon dioxide […]
Patient registry databases are used to develop clinical research in the field of rare and chronic diseases for the improvement of patient care. These databases are important to assess the feasibility of clinical trials and support patient enrollment procedures to evaluate the impact of new interventions. In healthcare organizations such as hospitals and nursing homes, […]