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Endoscopic Suturing Systems
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe 5-mm disposable Quik-Stitch Endoscopic Suturing System features a combination applicator and self-righting needle driver ergonomically designed for ease of surgeon use. Utilizing the same proven and innovative pre-tied suture spool reloads as the reusable Quik-Stitch, this new device allows the surgeon to rapidly achieve laparoscopic interrupted suturing in a wide variety of advanced and basic procedures.
Instrument Tracking & Management Solutions
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Olympus | Product Releases | CommentsOlympus has developed a 24/7-service portal to provide flexible solutions and to tracking individual surgical instruments and devices. The newly released repair and service tool allows customers to electronically submit service orders and track instruments in real time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Surgical Instrument Detection System
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Meddetect, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe newly designed MD-2000 Electro-Magnetic Surgical Instrument Detection System can pinpoint and detect surgical instruments lost in soiled linen and waste bags. Bags are scanned manually or with an EZ-Glide Bag Scanner between two parallel detection panels. An audible and visual alarm signals a detection.
Instrument Marking Tape Organizer
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Spectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe sturdy, well-designed Instrument Tape Carousel holds up to 12 rolls of surgical instrument marking tape. In addition, it features a reservoir to hold instrument tip protectors, allowing those processing instruments a convenient method to tape and protect instruments. The Instrument Tape Carousel is made from a medical-grade polymer and rotates to provide easy access to all tape colors.
Mayo-Type Instrument Table
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Graham-Field Health Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe Grafco® Mayo-Type Instrument Table (product # GF1843) is topped with a 12.5-inch by 19-inch stainless steel tray. The instrument table’s height can be adjusted between 31 inches and 50 inches to meet the individual needs of the surgeon and OR staff. The chrome-plated steel base is equipped with casters for easy maneuverability.
Anti-Fog Kit
May 14, 2007 6:46 am | Preservation Solutions, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsUsed at the beginning of a scope procedure, ClearIt™ Anti-Fog saves time and eliminates fogging problems later on. One quick wipe of the lens, buff dry, and a clear image is assured. Available in Kit or Cloth, both products are sterile, convenient and reasonably priced. ClearIt is ideal for various scope or lens applications in hospitals, clinics or anywhere that condensation may be troublesome.
Laparoscopic Port Site Closure System
May 14, 2007 6:46 am | Coopersurgical, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Carter-Thomason (CT) CloseSure™ wound closure system allows surgeons to attain full thickness closure of laparoscopic port sites quickly and easily. This dramatically reduces the opportunity for complications associated with port site herniation. Two different sizes are specifically designed to accommodate normal size and obese patients.
Fluid Collection Spill Pads
May 14, 2007 6:46 am | Health Care Logistics | Product Releases | CommentsThe Quicksorb Spill Pad is a multipurpose pad that converts fluid into a gel-filled bag for easy removal and disposal and aids infection control efforts during the process. This spill pad is ideal for use anywhere fluids need to be contained, including bed pans, bodily fluid and chemical spills and irrigation containment.
Fluid Waste Management System
May 14, 2007 6:46 am | MD Technologies, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEnviron-mate™ DM6000 Series Suction-Drain™ Systems offer low-cost, practical solutions to fluid waste management concerns. The compact, wall-mounted units collect fluid directly from the suction field and dispose of it directly into the sanitary sewer. The healthcare staff is isolated from exposure to suctioned fluids, and cost is minimized due to reduced requirements for disposable supplies.
Laparoscopic Suturing Training Model
May 14, 2007 6:46 am | Simulab Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Laparoscopic Cholecystenterostomy Model is a synthetic soft tissue model with anatomically correct landmarks that allows surgeons to practice laparoscopic suturing techniques. Training procedures are completed on replaceable tissues including gallbladder, cystic duct, hepatic duct, common bile duct, duodenum, and gall stones.
Storage/Distributions Trays & Boxes
May 14, 2007 6:45 am | Medi-Dose, Inc./EPS, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Infinite Divider Trays and Autoclavable Plastic Instrument Boxes are designed to help practitioners store, transport and sterilize small but necessary items. The Infinite Divider Tray provides flexibility in organizing work space. The removable dividers can be placed wherever they are needed and are ideal for crash carts, emergency drug kits, drug lockers, patient rooms or wherever small items and products need to be easily organized and readily accessible.
Rotator Cuff Anchor
May 14, 2007 6:45 am | Depuy Mitek, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe VERSALOK rotator cuff anchor was developed to provide greater versatility in rotator cuff repair. The device allows surgeons the ability to address various tear pathologies with one implant and a variety of suture passing configurations including single row, dual row and suture spanning. The VERSALOK anchor expands by 29 percent post-deployment to provide solid fixation under the cortical bone.
Cerebral Blood Flow Monitor
May 14, 2007 6:45 am | Codman | Product Releases | CommentsCodman is now distributing a only minimally invasive device that can measure cerebral blood flow and cerebral tissue perfusion developed by Hemedex Inc. The Hemedex QFlow 500™ Perfusion Probe is placed into cerebral tissue where it responds rapidly to changes in cerebral perfusion, allowing clinicians to quickly individualize therapy.
Point-Of-Care Computing Cart
May 14, 2007 6:45 am | Ergotron, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Next Generation StyleView Carts improve viewing comfort and enhance productivity through an expansive range of effortless height adjustment. Twenty inches of sit-to-stand motion is combined with an additional five inches of independent monitor height adjustment and 25 degree screen tilt (on flat panel configurations), which benefits nurses and other users, including those who wear progressive lenses.
Bouffant Caps
May 14, 2007 6:45 am | Precept Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThese lightweight bouffant caps are made from a breathable spunbond polypropylene material. They are available in three sizes (21 inches, 24 inches and 27 inches) and come in blue, white, green or Precept’s own designer print. The non-irritating elastic ensures a snug yet comfortable fit. The latex-free bouffant caps are packaging in dispenser boxes for easy distribution and complement the company’s line of surgical caps and hoods.
