Health IT Outcomes August 26, 2019
Medical technology has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last century. Conditions that were once fatal are now simple to treat with antibiotics, surgery or similar solutions. With innovations in MedTech, the healthcare industry has changed for the better.
With that in mind, here are seven procedures and technologies that MedTech has revolutionized in recent years.
1. Neuro Sensors
Sensors that connect directly to the brain are a vital tool for the treatment of a variety of neurological conditions. They’re often inconvenient, however, as they necessitate wires, and the openings where the sensors attach can allow bacteria to enter the skull.
In 2016, Gelest Inc created a new type of plastic called elastomers, which can remain in the body without...