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Hernia repair isn't just about placing a mesh – it's about keeping it there securely, safely, and with minimal long-term discomfort. The choice of fixation device matters more than you might think.

HISTORY / ORIGIN

The journey of hernia repair is a story of continuous innovation. The first surgical inguinal hernia repair was reported as early as 1716. However, the modern era began in 1958 when Usher performed the first mesh repair. He introduced the first polypropylene mesh in 1968 as a method to achieve tension‑free hernia repair. The term "tension‑free" hernioplasty was later popularized by Lichtenstein and colleagues in 1986.

But a mesh alone isn't enough – it needs to be fixed in place. Tack fixation has been applied since the introduction of laparoscopic inguinal and ventral hernia repair in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Initially, surgeons used permanent metallic tacks. Over time, concerns about chronic pain and…

Lung cancer kills more people than colon, breast, and prostate cancer combined. But what if a computer could spot it years before you felt a thing – and with remarkable accuracy?

HISTORY / ORIGIN

For decades, lung cancer screening relied on the naked eye and a radiologist's expertise. Low-dose CT (LDCT) scans became the standard, but interpreting them was time‑consuming and prone to human error. The game changed in the early 2020s when AI-powered software began entering clinical practice. The FDA cleared several AI programs for lung cancer screening, and in February 2026, a major milestone was reached: the FDA granted 510(k) clearance to eyonis® LCS, the first end‑to‑end AI device that both detects and characterizes lung cancer in a single product. Today, the global lung cancer screening software market is projected to grow at nearly 18% annually through 2031, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and rising health awareness.

Just the mention of a "biopsy" can send chills down your spine. But what if I told you it’s often a quick, minor pinch that provides life-saving answers without major surgery?

HISTORY / ORIGIN

The journey from open surgical cuts to a thin needle is fascinating. While surgical biopsies date back centuries, the modern "needle biopsy" took off in the early 20th century. In 1930, Martin and Ellis pioneered fine needle aspiration (FNA) in the United States, but it wasn't widely accepted until the 1960s, when better imaging techniques gave doctors the confidence to target deep tissues safely. The real game-changer came in the 1980s with the invention of the spring-loaded "Tru-Cut" needle, which allowed doctors to obtain solid tissue cores with a single automated click. Today, needle biopsy is the gold standard for diagnosing many conditions, from breast lumps to lung nodules, with minimal discomfort and remarkable accuracy.

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