Intraoperative Fluid Control Device
November 3, 2009 6:16 am | Promethean Medical Tech. Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Promethean Fluid Control Island® System is a patented, proactive device designed to capture and contain fluids lost from the patient and instrumentation during scope procedures. The product is a combination drape and collection vessel that rests on the floor, uses existing hospital wall suction and immediately evacuates fluids for measurements before they hit the floor.
LISTED UNDER: Waste Fluid Control ProductsLiquid Waste Disposal Systems
November 2, 2009 5:42 am | Bemis Health Care | Product Releases | CommentsQuick-Drain Systems provide safe and cost-effective disposal of liquid infectious waste. These systems satisfy OSHA, EPA, CDC and NIOSH guidelines for the removal of infectious waste risks. Two separate systems utilize Bemis Hi-Flow Rigid Suction Canisters and Bemis Quick-Fit Suction Liners.
LISTED UNDER: Waste Fluid Control ProductsSemi-Rigid Suction Liner System
November 2, 2009 5:41 am | Deroyal | Product Releases | CommentsThe DeRoyal SafeLiner™ semi-rigid canister offers an innovative, patent-pending adhesive seal on the lid that keeps it securely in place, preventing spills and leakage once full. Additional features include: A self-aligning lid that allows for quick and easy lid assembly.
LISTED UNDER: Waste Fluid Control ProductsSuction Mat
November 2, 2009 5:36 am | Product Releases | CommentsAspen Surgical introduces the newest addition to our Fluid Management Line: the SurgiSafe® Suction Mat. According to the company, the mat exhibits: Ideal use for fluid intense procedures. A combination of functionality of absorption and suction to efficiently remove unlimited amounts of fluid from the OR floor.
LISTED UNDER: Absorbent MatsHow To Meet New JCAHO Survey Criteria For Flash Sterilization
October 30, 2009 6:51 am | Millenium Surgical Corp. | News | CommentsA company helps to provide solutions to meet new criteria with closed flash containers October 30, 2009 In response to recent updates to the Joint Commission’s policy regarding use of flash sterilization, Millennium Surgical Corp., a surgical instrument supplier, has been fielding hundreds of inquiries from hospitals and surgical centers as to what is needed and how to comply.
LISTED UNDER: Flash Sterilization ProductsErgoSmart® Prep Station
October 9, 2009 12:40 pm | Capsa Solutions | Product Releases | CommentsThe All New Ergo-Smart® Prep Station from Capsa Solutions was created with a focus on ergonomic design and functionality after researching the needs of the sterile prep department. According to the company, features include: Adjustable table height. Pull-out shelves, table top, adjustable footrest, overhead lighting and more.
LISTED UNDER: Patient Prep ProductsStudy: DuraPrep May Trump Chlorhexidine In Preventing SSI
October 9, 2009 12:21 pm | 3M Health Care | Articles | CommentsA study published in Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology finds Iodophor-based skin preparation solutions may be superior to chlorhexidine in preventing surgical-site infections A new independent study, “Effects of Preoperative Skin Preparation on Postoperative Wound Infection Rates: A Prospective Study of 3 Skin Preparation Protocols,” has been published comparing the effects of three different skin preparation solutions on surgical-site infections, 3M Health Care.
LISTED UNDER: Patient Prep ProductsNo More Dirty Trocars
September 23, 2009 7:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsArtisan Medical introduces the Plunge Bob Endoscopic Port Cleaner to address the problem of debris and blood clogging up trocars and ports. The product is a highly poly-absorbant obturator that features: No need for sponges, raytecs, Q-tips, and other such techniques.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsENDOZIME® InstruSponge™
September 17, 2009 11:09 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe ENDOZIME® InstruSponge™ is a channel cleaner designed to clean internal channels of Endoscopes, Flexible Fiberoptics, Cannulated and Take-apart Laparoscopic Instruments. Features include: Impregnated with Endozime® AW Triple Plus® with APA (Advanced Proteolitic Action).
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning BrushesEndoscopy Bedside Care Kit
September 17, 2009 10:26 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsEndozime® SLR Phase One from Ruhof is designed for bedside use to remove all contaminants from the outside sheath and inside channel of scopes. The kit contains an Endozime SLR sponge to remove soil from the insertion tube and Endozime® SLR enzymatic solution for suctioning through the channels.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsValidate Cleanliness Of Scopes, Cannulated Instruments
September 17, 2009 10:22 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsTest® InstruSponge™ from Ruhof is an absorbent swab on a flexible wand that maneuvers through complex internal channels of scopes and cannulated instruments to verify if there are any contaminants left after cleaning. Test® Instrusponge™ is used in conjunction with the ATP Complete Handheld Unit and Test® Swabs to give an accurate numerical measure of bioburden present.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsKeep Laparoscope Clean, Fog Free
September 17, 2009 10:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsFloShield from Minimally Invasive Devices is a device designed to keep the laparoscope clean and free of fog during surgery. According to the company, the the device offers: Use of CO2 that already exists on the surgical field to direct an air curtain over the end of the lens to form a protective boundary.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsWaste-Reducing Reusable Filter
September 2, 2009 6:26 am | Aesculap, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsUntitled Document Aesculap introduce a reusable filter for use in PreVac Steam Terminal sterilization and PreVac Steam Flash Sterilization modalities. Features include: Constructed of polytetrafluorethylene. A low coefficient of friction so bio-burden will not stick to it.
LISTED UNDER: Steam CleanersEnzymatic Detergent With Rust Inhibitors
August 24, 2009 7:00 am | Ruhof Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsEndozime® Extreme Power combines the power of a super-concentrate with a proven multi-enzyme formula to create the ultimate surgical instrument and scope cleaner for cleaning abilities to deliver fast, thorough bioburden removal. Enhanced with APA (Advanced Proteolitic Action), Endozime® Extreme Power penetrates into the channels of scopes and cannulated instruments, instantly and actively breaking down gross contaminants upon contact and contains biological additives that speed the process of liquification and solubilization, facilitating enzymatic action and contributing to the product’s overall effectiveness.
LISTED UNDER: Cleaning SolutionsTrays And Accessories
July 23, 2009 8:16 am | Containmed, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsContainMed, Inc. offers the VersaPod™ instrument trays and accessories. Features include: Seamless aluminum bases and covers with optional lift-out trays. Stainless steel handle and latch hardware. Medical grade silicone instrument-holding accessories and mats.
LISTED UNDER: Sterilization Containers
