A Precision Approach to Ventral Hernia Repair

This Special Report examines the importance of a successful partnering of surgeons and administrators to help optimize outcomes in ventral hernia repair, with a focus on the unique patient factors that inform the choice of mesh reinforcement. Research has shown that STRATTICE provided a durable repair with lower rates of postoperative complications, warranting the inclusion of biologic mesh in a health system's hernia reinforcement armamentarium.

JANUARY 17, 2025

The Landmark Signia™ Stapling System

The first powered surgical stapler created the potential for more secure and reliable stapling. The Signia™ stapling system is a descendant of that first device and was created to bring "smart" features to powered stapling. In this article, Amit V. Sastry, MD discusses how the Signia™ stapler is relevant to a broad range of procedures and has raised the standard in pancreatic surgery.

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Trends in Hemostasis—A Data-Driven, Evidence-Based Methodology for Achieving Best Practices in Blood Management and Hemostatic Resource Utilization in Surgery

A program that provides insightful quantitative data and targeted qualitative insights into your current use of blood products and hemostatic agents could optimize your blood management operations and procedures. 

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Unlocking the Value of Innovative Devices and Products: The VAC Process

Hospital value analysis committee processes can help evaluate products, strategies, and services that offer the greatest value at the lowest cost but are methodology dependent. Processes sufficiently flexible to recognize, incorporate, and appropriately value risks and benefits provide the best opportunity to arrive at a choice that is both cost-effective and in the best interests of the institution.

APRIL 1, 2019

The Future of Value Analysis: A Handbook for Health Care Professionals

In recent years, the pursuit of the so-labeled “Triple Aim”—providing quality patient and population care at a reduced overall cost—has helped propel changes in the health care field, among other initiatives.

OCTOBER 3, 2018