Staple Line Reinforcements
October 11, 2007 11:28 am | Synovis Surgical Innovations | Product Releases | CommentsPeri-Strips Dry® is a strong and durable reinforcement material that provides enduring staple line support during bariatric surgery. Widely used and highly regarded for more than 10 years, Peri-Strips® products have a reputation for results and are efficient and effective in bariatric and cardiothoracic surgery.
LISTED UNDER: Wound dressing, bariatricBariatric Pads & Positoiners
October 11, 2007 11:28 am | Product Releases | CommentsAction® OR pads and positioners provide high-performance shear and pressure management for the obese patient. These reusable, durable products are made of Akton® polymer and designed to withstand the physical demands of the obese population. Action products evenly distribute weight and heat, offer maximum patient support and provide the consistent high-performance critical for longer term procedures.
LISTED UNDER: Positioning Aids, bariatricBariatric Table & Foot Extensions
October 11, 2007 11:28 am | Steris Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Amsco® 3080/3085 SP™ Bariatric Table Extensions provide optimal patient weight and width capacity and expanded surgical capabilities for Amsco multi-purpose surgical tables. Eight modular extensions are rated for patients up to 1000 pounds, and are designed for secure and easy attachment and full positioning capability.
LISTED UNDER: Table Accessories, bariatricDevices for Open & Laparoscopic Procedures
May 14, 2007 6:49 am | Automated Medical Products Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsBooth # 607 • Automated Medical Products designed and developed the first Articulating Dissector to place a Lap Band® around the esophageal junction with the stomach. They introduced Nathanson Hooks Liver Retractors to the United States for use during laparoscopic procedures. Automated Medical offers the Iron Intern® retractor holder, available in a single and a double arm.
LISTED UNDER: MIS Instruments, bariatricPost-Op Abdominal Binder
May 14, 2007 6:47 am | Dale Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Dale® Abdominal Binder is an adjustable post-operative support made from a stretch material that evenly distributes compression to brace abdominal muscles, encourage mobility, and promote muscle redevelopment. Featuring paneled construction which prevents riding, roping and folding over, this support encourages activity, facilitates diaphragmatic breathing and splints the wound for coughing.
LISTED UNDER: Wound dressing, bariatricLap Band Introducer
January 12, 2007 9:59 am | Automated Medical Products Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Steinberg Lap Band™ Introducer is designed to simplify the introduction of the lap band and minimize potential tissue damage. The guide is placed into a 10-mm port, which is then removed. This novel Introducer is then placed onto the guide and slid into the abdomen. Once the Introducer enters the abdomen the guide is removed allowing the lap band to be released so that the surgeon can place it around the esophageal junction with the stomach.
LISTED UNDER: MIS Instruments, bariatricLarge Patient Positioning Accessories
October 11, 2006 7:09 am | Allen Medical Systems | Product Releases | CommentsAllen Medical Systems carries a comprehensive line of OR table accessories to support the positioning needs of large and obese patients. These accessories include Armboards, Table Width Extenders, Security Straps and Nissen Straps rated for patients weighing up to 1000 pounds. In addition, the company provides the Ultrafin™ Stirrups which are rated for patients up to 800 pounds in weight as well as large pad sets for the table and the accessories.
LISTED UNDER: Table Accessories, bariatricBariatric Transport Chair
May 12, 2006 12:07 pm | Gendron, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe electrically operated Extra Care Bariatric Transport Chair can accommodate patients weighing up to 850 pounds and can be adjusted to a reclining position for easy patient access. It has drop down side rails, independently elevated leg rests, and eight-inch all-surface casters for easy transport.
LISTED UNDER: Patients Transfer Products, bariatricHeavy Lifting
May 11, 2005 12:06 pm | Product Releases | CommentsFor decades, a preoccupation with body weight has been ingrained in the American psyche. Over the years, Jane Fonda, Richard Simmons, Tony Little, and the Tae-Bo Guy have been tapping into this obsession and telling the public that happiness and a whole new life awaits for those who are willing to work up a sweat, drop a few pounds, and tone those legs and upper bodies.
LISTED UNDER: Patients Transfer Products, bariatricPatient Transport Systems
May 11, 2005 12:01 pm | Stretchair Patient Transfer Systems, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Stretchair™ is a multi-functional combination stretcher/chair, specifically aimed at simplifying the task and reducing the number of attendants required to efficiently and safely move patients of great bulk and weight to or from various hospital locations for diagnosis, treatment, or other procedures.
LISTED UNDER: Patients Transfer Products, bariatricBariatric Restraint
May 11, 2005 12:01 pm | David Scott Company | Product Releases | Comments | LISTED UNDER: Table Accessories, bariatricBariatric Patient Positioners
May 11, 2005 12:01 pm | Allen Medical Systems | Product Releases | CommentsAllen Medical has launched a comprehensive line of table accessories to support the positioning needs of bariatric patients. This product line includes Armboards, Table Width Extenders, Foot Boards, Security Straps, and Nissen Straps rated for patients up to a 1000 pounds. Also available are Ultrafin Stirrups rated for patients up to 800 pounds, and bariatric pad sets for the table and the accessories.
LISTED UNDER: Table Accessories, bariatric
