Ultrasound Probe Drapes
September 20, 2010 10:10 am | Spectrum Laboratories, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSpectrum Laboratories, Inc., OR Disposables produces Ultrasound Probe Drapes (Elflex) with attached straps for clinician convenience and greater sterile integrity. According to the company, these straps make application quicker and easier by pulling and rolling on with a one-handed technique.
LISTED UNDER: Camera DrapesSynthetic Surgical Glove
September 17, 2010 8:44 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Derma Prene® IsoTouch® HydraSoft® synthetic polyisoprene, powder-free surgical glove from Ansell is designed as a moisturizing glove that prevents Type I latex allergic reactions and restores and improves hands. This glove combines proprietary skin moisturizing technology with the most advanced latex-free synthetic material to restore hand condition without risk of Type I allergic reactions.
LISTED UNDER: Surgical GlovesProtective Apparel Organizer
August 24, 2010 7:37 am | Health Care Logistics | Product Releases | CommentsProtection Organizers from Health Care Logistics offer a solution for keeping infection protection apparel stocked and ready-to-use in a consistent location. According to the company, Protection Organizers are available in multiple styles to accommodate the varied needs of staff throughout the facility.
LISTED UNDER: APPARELEsteem® Ortho Surgical Gloves
August 24, 2010 7:36 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Esteem® Ortho Powder-free Surgical Glove from Cardinal Health is a synthetic solution that performs like a latex glove in terms of comfort, fit and feel. It is made from a unique synthetic polyisoprene formulation that is structurally identical to natural rubber latex without the proteins.
LISTED UNDER: GlovesSafe Protective Footwear Apparel
August 24, 2010 7:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe original Calzuro is a washable and sterilizable footwear. According to the company, features include: Slip resistance with no upper ventilation holes protecting against contamination. Washable with bleach if autoclave (up to 300°F) is not available.
LISTED UNDER: APPARELMagnification and Laser Safety Glasses
July 28, 2010 7:55 am | Vision Usa | Product Releases | CommentsVision USA, a Dentrex company, offers Magnification and Laser Safety Glasses! The company has designed a Loupe that can we worn over your Laser Safety glasses. Two styles available Headband or Fit Over style with telescopes that flip up and down. Available in 2.5x - 6.0x.
LISTED UNDER: GlassesManaging OR Temperature
July 2, 2010 7:19 am | by John LaDue, Division Sales Director, Hospital Services Division, Shafer Enterprises LLC | Shafer Enterprises, LLC | Articles | CommentsThe Joint Commission is focusing on patient normothermia issues for patient safety and new SCIP measures require that upon release to the PACU body temperature be maintained at 36 C or higher. One of the easiest ways to help unintended hypothermia in patients is to warm the temperature of the OR .
LISTED UNDER: Surgeon Cooling ApparelDonning Surgical Gowns
June 22, 2010 10:01 am | Videos | CommentsSelf-donning procedure steps for BARRIER® Standard sterile single use surgical gown - an educational video from Mölnlycke Health Care.
LISTED UNDER: O.R. Disposable GownsGloves With Enhanced Grip
June 22, 2010 5:49 am | Mölnlycke Health Care | Product Releases | CommentsMolnlycke Health Care introduces two new surgical gloves featuring enhanced grip to its Biogel® non-latex polyisoprene (PI) line. The new Biogel® PI UltraTouch® G is typically 15 percent thinner than Biogel® PI and offers improved sensitivity, a curved finger and a micro-roughened surface.
LISTED UNDER: GlovesQuick Access To Protective Apparel
June 22, 2010 5:48 am | Health Care Logistics | Product Releases | CommentsProtection Organizers from Health Care Logistics offer a solution for keeping infection protection apparel stocked and ready-to-use in a consistent location. According to the company, Protection Organizers are available in multiple styles to accommodate the varied needs of staff throughout the facility.
LISTED UNDER: APPARELNanotechnology-Based Apparel
June 21, 2010 6:59 am | Vestagen | Product Releases | CommentsVestagen Technical Textiles offers the Vestex™ nanotechnology-based lab coats. Vestex garments repel blood and other bodily fluids, and rapidly kill microbes. Vestex is impregnated with nano-sized particles that change the surface area of the fabric, increasing surface tension and creating a barrier to fluids such as blood and body fluids.
LISTED UNDER: APPARELAnsell Launches Antimicrobial Surgical Glove
May 4, 2010 8:02 am | News | CommentsIt is the first surgical glove which incorporates a proprietary antimicrobial coating to provide an additional level of protection to surgical staff against viruses and bacteria, in the event of a breach during surgery. May 4, 2010 Ansell announces the launch of their new GAMMEX® Powder-Free glove with AMT Antimicrobial Technology, at the Annual Congress of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in Perth, Australia.
LISTED UNDER: Powder Free Surgical GlovesNanotechnology-Based Personal Protective Apparel
March 11, 2010 1:17 pm | Product Releases | CommentsVestagen Technical Textiles, LLC, introduces Vestex™, nanotechnology-based, high-performance personal protective apparel. Vestex is made with a proprietary blend of three textile technologies bonded to a single layer of fabric. Engineered for the tasks medical professionals perform and the conditions they encounter, Vestex scrubs, lab coats and isolation gowns repel dangerous fluids, resist stains, rapidly kill microbes, wick away perspiration and control odors.
LISTED UNDER: APPARELPre-Op Glove
February 16, 2010 6:08 am | Medicus Health | Product Releases | CommentsAORN, APIC and CDC recommend using surgical clippers to remove hair from a surgical site. Surgical clipper manufacturers recommend using medical tape to remove hair remnants, for a large surgical site this can be a tedious and expensive task. The new Medicus Health Pre-Op Glove has an adhesive back to pick up all the tiny hair remnants and lint from the patients skin in one easy step.
LISTED UNDER: GlovesTop Considerations For Purchasing Surgical Gowns And Drapes
January 11, 2010 5:40 am | Medical Concepts Development | Articles | CommentsBudgets are tightening in most hospitals these days. Purchasing professionals are facing increasing pressures to buy the lowest priced products, yet maintain a high-quality. When purchasing surgical gowns and drapes, this is especially important. These materials are crucial to maintaining infection control practices and keeping surgical patients and staff safe.
LISTED UNDER: Surgical/Disposable Drapes
