Insightful perspectives by Jun S. Kim, MD on Spine Surgery in ASCs
Insightful perspectives by Jun S. Kim, MD on Spine Surgery in ASCs:
In his ORTHOWORLD Inc. article "Spine Surgery Makes a Lot of Sense for ASCs", Dr. Kim discusses the growing trend of performing spine surgeries in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and their advantages, including efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and improved patient experience.
“Case migration from inpatient hospitals to outpatient settings would not be possible without recent technical advancements that make spine surgeries more feasible for ASCs,” says Dr. Kim.
Among these advancements is surgical bleeding control, specifically LifeGel™ — the first and only hemostatic agent to receive FDA Breakthrough Designation and recipient of Orthopedics This Week’s Best Technology in Spine Award — which is set to make spine surgeries more feasible in ASCs in the future.
Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eScteDXg
Disclaimer:
LifeGel™ and its application tips are currently in development. All intended uses and/or indications for use for this medical device and its application tips have not been cleared or approved by the FDA.