OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Expert Review of Medical Devices is 5. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Consumer-facing and professional medical devices in cardiology: monitoring and evaluation of big data and the implications for the practice of cardiology	76
COVID-19 lessons learned: medical devices at the core of global healthcare. A foreword on new challenges for expert review of medical devices!	63
Axial length measurement failure rates using optical biometry based on swept-source OCT in cataractous eyes	44
Penile compression devices for the treatment of urinary incontinence: current status and future prospects	43
Ambient assisted living systems for falls monitoring at home	39
Insertional effect following deep brain stimulation electrode implants	38
Advances in additive manufacturing processes and their use for the fabrication of lower limb prosthetic devices	33
Single-pulse transcranial magnetic stimulation for assessment of motor development in infants with early brain injury	29
Cataract surgery: historical devices, modern innovations, and future perspectives	28
Totally implanted ports and peripherally inserted central catheters for chemotherapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical outcomes and economic evaluations	26
Peri-procedural vs. post-procedural mortality after endobronchial valve treatment for severe emphysema: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	25
Point-of-care ultrasound in cardiovascular imaging: current status and future prospects	25
The use of predetermined change control plans to enable the release of new versions of software as a medical device	24
Advantages of three-photon live imaging for deep tissue analysis	24
Peritoneal dialysis catheter design and function and implications for the clinical setting	23
Clinician satisfaction and preference for central venous catheter systems promoting patient safety, ease-of-use and reduced clinician error	22
Optimizing atrial fibrillation detection: a review of subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitors and consumer technologies	22
The ‘Japanese paradox’ of total hip arthroplasty: where are we going?	21
A review of transcranial pulse stimulation: innovations in neuromodulation	19
Artificial pancreas systems: experiences from concept to commercialisation	18
Promising next generation left ventricular assist devices: prospects for best treatment opportunities for patients with heart failure	17
Economic evaluation of automated external defibrillator deployment in public settings for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: a systematic review	17
A profile on the WISE cortical strip for intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring	17
Ultra high-frequency ultrasound in lymphatic surgery: the next frontier	16
Frozen elephant use in type a dissection: fundamentals, innovations, and pitfalls	16

Clinical benefit of transcutaneous afferent patterned stimulation (TAPS) in essential tremor patients with high unmet need: a secondary analysis of TAPS studies	15
The potential power of Neuralink – how brain-machine interfaces can revolutionize medicine	15
Redo aortic root – complexity vs simplicity with choice of device selected	15
Peregrine system infusion catheter for neurolytic renal denervation in hypertension: an overview of its safety and efficacy	15
Robotic assistance in total knee arthroplasty surgery: necessity or trend?	15
Device profile of the FlareHawk interbody fusion system, an endplate-conforming multi-planar expandable lumbar interbody fusion cage	15
A software-based lung function assessment tool: an interview with VoiceMed	15
Electromagnetic interference from automobile passive keyless entry in cardiovascular implantable electronic devices	15
Optimizing the clinical adoption of total joint replacement of the lumbar spine through imaging, robotics and artificial intelligence	14
Complications after peripherally inserted central catheter versus central venous catheter implantation in intensive care unit: propensity score analysis using a nationwide database	14
Digital therapeutics as a new weapon against diseases: focus on the current European legislation and possible therapeutic strategies	14
An update on locoregional percutaneous treatment technologies in colorectal cancer liver metastatic disease	13
Implantable medical devices for tendon and ligament repair: a review of patents and commercial products	13
MetaHealth: unlocking metaverse technologies in digital healthcare	13
Percutaneous auricular neuromodulation for postoperative analgesia	13
A randomized crossover comparison of the bébé VieScope and direct laryngoscope for pediatric airway management by nurses in medical simulation settings	13
Telemedicine for hypertension management: a paradigm shift from telemonitoring to digital therapeutics	12
Transforming medical education: the impact of innovations in technology and medical devices	12
A review on the impact of cardiac pacing on right ventricular and tricuspid valve function	12
Device profile of the Orchid safety release valve for the prevention of accidental catheter dislodgement	11
Differentiating between hepatocellular carcinoma and its mimickers using contrast-enhanced ultrasound with perflubutane microbubbles	11
Dynamic versus standard bougies for tracheal intubation with direct or indirect laryngoscopy in simulated or real scenarios: a systematic review and meta-analysis	11
Revolutionizing breast cancer care: the synergy of AI-powered diagnostics, haptic-based biopsy simulators, and advanced surgical techniques	11
Device profile of the Mobi-C artificial cervical disc: an overview of its safety and efficacy	11
Randomized comparative study of negative pressure wound therapy versus compression dressing on split-thickness skin grafts of the lower limbs in an elderly population	11
Could one strategy fit all? A comparison of regulatory guidance from China, Europe, and the USA on medical device clinical evaluation throughout the total product lifecycle	10
Efficacy of targeted neuromodulation treatments: a clinical report	10
Lenstar LS900 vs EchoScan US-800: comparison between optical and ultrasound biometry with and without contact lenses and its relationship with other biometric parameters	10
Correction	10
Restriction of PFAS use in medical devices – what next for medical device manufacturers?	10
Utilization of preoperative EOS imaging to prevent adverse events following total hip arthroplasty	10
A pilot study of optical coherence tomography-guided transbronchial biopsy in peripheral pulmonary lesions	10
Virtual reality therapy combined with physiological monitoring provides effective treatment, with objective metrics, for post-traumatic stress disorder	10
Can digital health help improve medication adherence in cardiovascular disease?	10
Tumor treating fields for glioblastoma: opportunities and drawbacks	10
What is the feasibility of a clinical-scale and anticoagulation-free artificial placenta device?	9
Proactive esophageal cooling during radiofrequency cardiac ablation: data update including applications in very high-power short duration ablation	9
The transvaginal mesh: an overview of indications and contraindications for its use	9
Teleophthalmology-enabled devices: bridging the gap in rural eye care	9
Comparative analysis of medical device adverse event reporting forms for patients and industries across various countries, and the introduction of a unified generic form for harmonization	9
Effectiveness of mental health chatbots in depression and anxiety for adolescents and young adults: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	9
Advances in minimally traumatic retinal laser therapy	9
Comparison of laryngeal exposure in bed-up-head-elevated Macintosh laryngoscopy vs. supine C-MAC video laryngoscopy: a randomized non-inferiority trial	9
Technological solution for the assessment and rehabilitation of visuo-cognition in Parkinson’s disease	9
Device profile of the Evoke physiologic closed-loop spinal cord stimulation system for the treatment of chronic intractable pain: overview of its safety and efficacy	9
Optical and video stylets for airway management: an expert review	9
Comments on: ‘Two-year outcomes using fast-acting sub-perception therapy for spinal cord stimulation: results of a real-world multicenter study in the United States’	9
Techniques in hybrid repair of aortic arch and thoracoabdominal aortic pathologies	8
Regulatory landscape, risks, and solutions for refurbished medical devices: a comparative analysis in the US, EU, Malaysia, and Ghana	8
Altius Direct Electrical Nerve Stimulation for the treatment of lower extremity post-amputation pain: a device and literature review	8

From mixed signals to neural code: compensating volume conduction for noninvasive generic neural interfaces	8
The evolution of endoscopic ultrasound in Saudi Arabia: an expert review of clinical practice and literature	8
Device profile of the EVOQUE Eos system for transcatheter mitral valve replacement: a brief narrative review	8
Multicenter randomized trial of carpal tunnel release with ultrasound guidance versus mini-open technique	8
Evaluation of validity and reliability of novel rapid measurement for infundibulopelvic angle: a comparison with PACS system	8
Accuracy of thoracolumbar pedicle screw placement using intraoperative CT navigation versus 3D-printed patient-specific guides integrated with virtual surgical planning: a comparative study	8
Paired associative stimulation to enhance motor outcome in spinal cord injury: a systematic review of first evidence	8
Cardiac imaging for the detection of ischemia: current status and future perspectives	8
In vivo spectroscopy: optical fiber probes for clinical applications	8
Bone biopsy devices - a patent review	8
Therapeutic prostate cancer interventions: a systematic review on pubic arch interference and needle positioning errors	7
Association of postoperative acetabular abduction angle with gait asymmetry and adverse reactions following total hip arthroplasty across different surgical approaches	7
Two sides to every wrist: trans-ulnar access for cardiac interventions	7
Therapeutic biliary stents: applications and opportunities	7
Advancing clinical understanding of surface electromyography biofeedback: bridging research, teaching, and commercial applications	7
The IlluminOss photodynamic bone stabilization system: novel technology with broad application in orthopaedic fracture fixation	7
Clinical study of real-time three-dimensional echocardiography combined with radionuclide imaging to evaluate changes in cardiac function and synchronization before and after cardiac rehabilitation in	7
Right heart failure after durable left ventricular assist device implantation	7
Long axial field-of-view PET/CT devices: are we ready for the technological revolution?	7
Mixed reality in interventional radiology: a focus on first clinical use of XR90 augmented reality-based visualization and navigation platform	7
Modular cardiac rhythm management system and results of MODULAR ATP trial: an era of personalized device medicine	7
Transperineal prostate biopsy using the PrecisionPoint Transperineal Access System for prostate cancer diagnosis – a new standard of care	7
Devices for osteoarthritis symptoms treatment: a patent review	7
Pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation	7
Device evaluation: eCoin #x2013; implantable tibial nerve stimulator for overactive bladder	7
The role of feedback in the robotic-assisted upper limb rehabilitation in people with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review	7
Insights from expert panels on the EU clinical evaluation consultation procedure	7
Endovascular reconstruction of the aortic arch with new-generation dual-branch and triple-branch endograft: design, applicability, indications, outcomes, and future directions	6
Pulsed-field ablation: recent advancement in catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation	6
Efficacy of two anatomically preformed supraglottic devices, the BlockBuster Laryngeal mask airway and the Ambu AuraGain, for ventilation in anesthetised paralyzed pediatric patients: a randomized tri	6
A review: artificial intelligence in image-guided spinal surgery	6
Meta-analysis of clinical outcomes in cardiac resynchronisation therapy: his bundle pacing vs biventricular pacing	6
Selection criteria in the era of perfect competition for drug-eluting stents - a survey of interventional cardiologists in Japan: the selection-DES study	6
Advances in intravascular lithotripsy: mechanisms, devices, and clinical applications	6
Development and verification of a novel bone collector with automatic size separating function for orthopedics surgery	6
Tests for the identification of reflex syncope mechanism	6
Endocardial versus epicardial pacing in pacemaker-dependent patients after device extraction: a meta-analysis	6
Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation in restless leg syndrome with cirrhosis: a pilot study	6
The frozen elephant trunk: an overview of hybrid prostheses	6
Legal and regulatory challenges in multi-country data-driven projects developing and validating medical AI systems in the EU	6
Impact of continuous positive airway pressure on the quality of life in patients with sleep apnea	6
Digital colposcopy image analysis techniques requirements and their role in clinical diagnosis: a systematic review	6
Addendum	6
Breaking the ice through an effective translationality in neurorehabilitation: are we heading to the right direction?	6
Bridging the gap in the symptomatic heart failure patient journey: insights from the Italian scenario	6
Is open anterior advantageous to posterior decompression and reconstruction in fresh A ₃ to C ₃ /AO type thoracolumbar junction fr	5
Relative utility of portable ECG devices in capturing arrhythmias in athletes	5
Comparison of mid-term survival of uncemented total knee arthroplasties with modular tibial components made of porous tantalum vs. cemented total knee arthroplasties	5
Current development and clinical applications of artificial anal sphincter	5
Devices-based treatment of hypertension: the position of the European Society of Hypertension (ESH) 2023 guidelines	5
Review of regulatory requirements for benefit–risk assessment for medical devices: uncovering existing methodologies	5
Visual performance during night driving after intraocular refractive surgery procedures	5
Assessing flow diverter porosity: a comparative analysis of quantification techniques based on imaging and simulation	5
Resource utilization and costs for robotic-assisted and manual total knee arthroplasty – a premier healthcare database study	5
Anticipating stroke in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement	5
Smaller defibrillation lead diameter is associated with less tricuspid regurgitation: a computational modeling study	5
RETRACTED ARTICLE : Comparison of supraglottic airway device vs. endotracheal intubation for initial airway management in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: a systematic review and meta-analysis	5
Intragastric balloons for obesity: critical review of device design, efficacy, tolerability, and unmet clinical needs	5
Evaluation and management of coronary artery disease in transcatheter aortic valve implantation candidates with severe aortic stenosis and coronary artery disease: technology and techniques	5
Software as Medical Devices: requirements and regulatory landscape in the United States	5
Two-year outcomes using fast-acting sub-perception therapy for spinal cord stimulation: results of a real-world multicenter study in the United States	5
HOPE for a better selection of patients for cardiac contractility modulation	5
Hearing aids in low- and middle-income countries: from evidence to scale	5
Delivery assist catheters for mechanical thrombectomy: a systematic review	5
Comparison of various video laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation in simulated difficult airway scenarios: a randomized self-controlled crossover trial	5
Letter to the editor on ‘the potential power of neuralink – how brain-machine interfaces can revolutionize medicine’	5
Smart clothing for human movement analysis: future application in sport and clinical practice	5
Vascular access closure devices in neurointerventional procedures: current developments and future directions	5
Ethical concerns regarding a lack of standardized clinical demographic data: an audit of 2023 FDA medical devices	5
A systematic review of follow-up results of additively manufactured customized implants for the pelvic area	5
Prevention of prosthetic joint infection/surgical site infection: what did the International Consensus Meeting decide?	5
Anatomic feasibility of a novel modular triple-branched endograft for patients with aortic arch pathologies	5