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20. Aug 2019

Quality of a hospital can now be assessed objectively

A new method has been developed at University Hospital Zurich to evaluate hospital quality for surgical procedures. In a large international study, a team headed by surgeon Pierre-Alain Clavien, P...
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19. Jul 2019

HIV reservoirs: new knowledge about the stubborn antagonists standing in the way of finding a cure

HI viruses can survive for years in reservoirs inside the human body. They are the greatest obstacle to finding a cure to HIV and yet still inadequately understood. A team of researchers from Unive...
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17. Jul 2019

High-tech for burn injuries in the new USZ building SUED 2

In June 2019, the University Hospital of Zurich opened its doors to the newly built SUED 2 wing, thus opening the doors to one of the leading centres for burn injuries in Europe. In addition, the w...
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04. Jul 2019

Researchers use artificial intelligence to establish molecular tumor classification and prognosis in patients with colorectal cancer

Treating physicians need information about the molecular subtype of the tumor if they are to provide targeted therapy for colorectal carcinoma. A research team from University Hospital Zurich and t...
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17. May 2019

New treatment for patients with life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia

In a world first, USZ has succeeded in treating a patient with life-threatening cardiac arrythmia using MR-controlled radioablation.
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20. Apr 2019

New department for vascular surgery

University Hospital Zurich (USZ) and the University of Zurich are opening a new deparment for vascular surgery. Its first director will be vascular surgeon Prof. Dr. med. Alexander Zimmermann. His ...
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28. Feb 2019

For the first time in Switzerland: microscopic reconstruction of the largest lymphatic vessel

Operations to remove tumours in the throat or thoracic cavity sometimes entail cutting through major lymphatic vessels. Until now, these vessels could not be restored, and the consequences were pot...
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26. Feb 2019

Breast screening without pain

One in eight women will develop breast cancer at some time in her life. If it is detected early, their chances of survival are good. Patients at University Hospital Zurich (USZ) can now have mammog...
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12. Nov 2018

Maximum precision: first brain operation with stereotactic laser ablation at the USZ

Neurosurgeons at the University Hospital Zurich (USZ) have used stereotactic laser ablation to destroy tumour tissue in the brains of two patients. This is the first time that this procedure has be...
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18. Jul 2018

New whole-body motion analysis with the 4D trauma motion lab

The innovative measurement system of 4D trauma motion lab is used to measure the entire spine, pelvis, leg and foot.
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20. Feb 2024

Facial reconstruction in 3D

Digital planning, customized implants and high-precision surgery help to restore function and appearance in cases of severe facial injuries.
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20. Feb 2024

New Publication: Neurological Complications of the Lower Extremities After Femoral Cannulated Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Systematic Review

Femoral cannulated extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been associated with neurologic complications in the lower extremity ipsilateral to the cannulation. There is uncertainty about the...
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29. Apr 2021

Oncobit closes CHF 2.3 million seed financing round

The MedTech startup based in Zurich has secured more than CHF 2.3 million in seed financing. Among the family offices and private investors are the GF Group Holding AG and AVANTECA Partners AG. The...
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20. Feb 2024

Prevention – Which check-ups are advisable?

Weak heart or malignant cancer: are you worried about your body becoming ill unnoticed? Many diseases can be detected early through screening. Our experts explain who should register for which prev...
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15. Feb 2024

When bones break

Osteoporosis is not a matter of fate. People with an increased risk can take measures against this.
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18. Mar 2024

Vaping: not a good alternative to smoking

When vaping, a liquid is heated using an e-cigarette and inhaled as an aerosol. The so-called liquids contain glycerine, propylene glycol, flavorings and, as a rule, nicotine. For Macé Schuurmans, ...
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03. Apr 2024

Research into cancers of the digestive tract

Recognizing treatment failure at an early stage: Saskia Hussung is researching how patients with gastrointestinal tumors can receive the most effective therapy.
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29. Apr 2024

Less pain from metastases in the spine thanks to precision radiotherapy

Severe pain caused by metastases in the spine is common in cancer and is difficult to control. A study developed at the USZ has now shown that higher-dose precision radiation is more effective in f...
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22. Feb 2024

50+? Time for a colonoscopy!

In Switzerland, over 4,000 people are newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer every year. If detected early, there is a good chance of recovery. But too few people undergo the necessary preventive e...
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