CRITICAL CARE/EMERGENCY
Many Hospitalized Patients Returning To ER
January 25, 2013 11:19 am | News | CommentsA new study published by Yale School of Medicine researchers in JAMA found that a substantial number of patients return to the emergency department soon after leaving the hospital, and, while such patients are not usually re-admitted, the study raises concerns that many more patients require acute medical care after hospital discharge than previously recognized.
LISTED UNDER: CRITICAL CARE/EMERGENCY
Outcomes Of Attending Surgeons After Overnight Trauma Shifts
January 22, 2013 12:33 pm | Articles | CommentsBased on their findings, the authors concluded that performance of general surgery operations the day after an overnight in-hospital trauma shift did not affect complication rates or readmission rates. At this time, there is no compelling evidence to mandate work-hour restrictions for attending general surgeons.
LISTED UNDER: CRITICAL CARE/EMERGENCY | Hernia RepairBlood Test Can Help Identify Risks Of Death
January 18, 2013 11:59 am | News | CommentsA simple, inexpensive blood test performed on trauma patients upon admission can help doctors easily identify patients at greatest risk of death.
LISTED UNDER: Critical Care Products | Emergency Care ProductsFluid Management System
September 5, 2012 4:20 am | Thermedx, Llc | Product Releases | CommentsThermedx’ electromechanical fluid management system uses per-patient disposable tubing sets to pressurize, warm, deliver and measure irrigation fluids for endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries. The Pressurized Fluid Delivery technology provides non-pulsatile flow designed for better surgeon visibility.
LISTED UNDER: Infusion EquipmentSingle-Use Bulbs And Bladders
September 21, 2011 9:17 am | Healthmark Industries Company, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsHealthmark has announced that they now offer single-use bulbs and bladders. These 100% latex free products require no filter and are cost effective compared to the lengthy reprocessing time required for reusables. The bulb and bladder from a sigmoidoscope set are extremely difficult to clean.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentGastric Lavage Solution
September 16, 2011 7:04 am | Kimberly-Clark Health Care | Product Releases | CommentsKIMBERLY-CLARK Gastric Lavage solution rapidly and effectively cleanses the stomachs of patients suffering from gastrointestinal bleeding, accidental poisoning, or drug overdose. The system is designed to alleviate patient exposure to toxins and help prevent caregiver exposure to patient body fluids.
LISTED UNDER: Lavage EquipmentSurgical Suction Mat
August 19, 2011 6:18 am | Flagship Surgical, Llc | Product Releases | CommentsFlagship Surgical introduces The Suctioner™ with a new design that is 52 percent larger than the original version. This anti-microbial, disposable surgical suction mat incorporates continuous powerful suction capability along with our unique ergonomic anti-fatigue properties.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentVia-Guard Universal Suction Set
September 20, 2010 1:58 pm | Surgimark, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Standard Via-Guard® from SurgiMark, Inc. offers clog-free Tip and AdjustaFlo® Poole suction in one instrument. It clears fluids faster, saves time, eliminates excess SKUs, and lowers costs. The Vascular-Pediatric Via-Guard® extends the unique features to a wide range of use covering most suction requirements.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentDisposable Suction Solution
May 12, 2010 8:18 am | Surgimark, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe unique disposable Standard Via-Guard® from SurgiMark, Inc. alternates clog-free Tip and AdjustaFlo® Poole suction. It helps clear fluids faster, saves time, cuts inventory and lowers costs. Additional features include: The availability of a clog-free standard tip or poole suction.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentFloor Suction Device
January 11, 2010 5:21 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe ability to suction unlimited amounts of irrigants, blood and other body fluids from the floor. A raised design for easy repositioning. The ability to help reduce the likelihood of injuries associated with wet floors. The ability to help protect healthcare professionals and housekeeping personnel from contact with contaminated substances.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentOxygen Flow Meter
March 17, 2009 11:19 am | Qosina | Product Releases | CommentsQosina has released a newly designed Oxyview? polycarbonate oxygen flow meter, solving many concerns associated with traditional oxygen monitoring devices. Compatible with most oxygen bushings, the calibrated indicator gauge provides in-line monitoring of oxygen levels from 1 to 6+ liters/minute.
LISTED UNDER: Oxygen Administration ProductsMechanical CPR Device
September 15, 2008 6:21 am | Michigan Instruments, Inc. | Product Releases | Comments? The Life-Stat™ is a new life support device that provides effective, consistent hands-free CPR. Based on Michigan Instruments's previous mechanical CPR device (the Thumper), Lift-Stat has been modernized by the use of electronic control to coordinate chest compressions with ventilation. This life-saving device provides rescuers with hands-free, AHA Guideline-compliant CPR in either the 30:2 compression to ventilation ratio or continuous chest compressions with asynchronous ventilation modes of operation.
LISTED UNDER: CPR KitsSuction Tubes
February 19, 2008 10:02 am | Spectrum Surgical Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsPemco Suction Tubes are made from surgical stainless steel and then plated with surgical chrome to provide extra durability. These suction tubes are meticulously designed to provide superior balance and hand feel, and because they can be sterilized, they offer significant cost savings over disposable units.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentDisposable Suction Coagulators
February 19, 2008 9:58 am | Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsIdeal for ear, nose and throat procedures, MEGADYNE’s disposable suction coagulators feature large, ergonomic handles to maximize comfort, efficiency, safety and ease of use. The suction coagulators are available in French sizes 8, 10 and 12 to better enable the surgeon to correctly match the coagulator to the size of the patient’s anatomy and surgical procedure being performed.
LISTED UNDER: Suction EquipmentDisposable Respiratory Products
November 13, 2007 6:02 am | Graham-Field Health Products | Product Releases | CommentsGraham-Field is now offering the Disposable Respiratory Line by John Bunn, the premier name in respiratory products for more than sixty years. John Bunn, long a source for aerosol and oxygen therapy, tubing, and convenient homecare respiratory products, is responding to the growing need for disposable respiratory products.
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