Making Tumor Cells and Nerve Endings Glow for Better Surgical Visibility
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Watch a groundbreaking TEDMED talk by UCSD surgeon Quyen Nguyen as she presents her innovative work on molecular fluorescence imaging, a technique that makes tumor cells and nerve endings glow during surgery. Discover how this revolutionary approach enhances visibility and enables complete extraction of tumors, potentially transforming surgical procedures and improving patient outcomes. Learn about the challenges surgeons face in identifying cancerous tissue and the promising solution offered by this cutting-edge imaging technology.
Syllabus
Quyen Nguyen at TEDMED 2011
Taught by
TEDMED
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