WOUND CLOSURE/HEALING PRODUCTS
iPRUM
May 13, 2013 9:51 am | by Onyx Medical Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsOnyx Medical Inc. introduces the iPRUM, a thoracic WiFi portable drainage system. It can be remotely controlled via PC or smart phone to monitor and control air and fluid volumes over time. The iPRUM is quiet, lightweight (2 lbs) and portable. On screen displays suction pressure, flow rate, and drainage volume.
LISTED UNDER: Wound Drainage Systems
MiSeal Reposable Thermal Ligating System
April 23, 2013 10:09 am | by Microline Surgical | Microline Surgical, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicroline Surgical, Inc. launched an enhanced version of its MiSeal Reposable Thermal Ligating System. MiSeal is the first and only reposable device that simultaneously seals and divides soft tissue using direct thermal energy, offering surgeons the ability to achieve exceptional patient outcomes at a considerable cost advantage.
LISTED UNDER: Skin Closure Devices
Port Closure System
March 20, 2013 10:04 am | by CooperSurgical | Coopersurgical, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsCooperSurgical announces the release of the new Carter-Thomason II Port Closure System, designed to ensure safer, quicker port site closure for average to obese patients undergoing a range of laparoscopic procedures.
LISTED UNDER: Suturing Device
Sealing And Cutting Device
February 15, 2013 9:06 am | by Aesculap, Inc. | Aesculap | Product Releases | CommentsAesculap, Inc. announces its Caiman 5 sealing and cutting device. Caiman 5 features a proprietary hinged jaw which provides balanced tissue compression proximally and distally.
LISTED UNDER: Skin Closure DevicesCalcium is Initial Trigger In Immune Response To Healing
February 14, 2013 2:58 pm | News | CommentsFor the first time scientists studying the cellular processes underlying the body's response to healing have revealed how a flash of calcium is the very first step in repairing damaged tissue.
LISTED UNDER: WOUND CLOSURE/HEALING PRODUCTSNew Technology For Post-Op Foot And Ankle Wounds
February 12, 2013 12:36 pm | News | CommentsPreliminary results at four weeks show reduced incidence of infection as well as a greater reduction in scar length, width and height among patients using SilverSeal, compared to those who had the control dressing applied.
LISTED UNDER: Bandages & Dressings
Microbial Sealant
February 12, 2013 9:54 am | by Kimberly-Clark | Kimberly-Clark Health Care | Product Releases | CommentsKimberly-Clark offers INTEGUSEAL Microbial Sealant. According to the company it's been shown to seal and immobilize skin flora that preps miss—including MRSA, S. epidermidis, and E. coli—keeping them from migrating into the surgical incision. It is effective against common and dangerous skin pathogens throughout a surgical procedure.
LISTED UNDER: Glue Based Closure ProductsTeens Recovering After Fingers Lost In Tug-of-War
February 6, 2013 12:55 pm | by Robert Jablon, Associated Press | News | CommentsA simple length of rope tore off the fingers of two teenagers during a schoolyard tug-of-war staged to boost campus spirit. The boy and girl had stable vital signs Tuesday after undergoing hours of surgery, but no information was disclosed on whether doctors reattached their fingers. A get-well banner hung at the South El Monte High School campus, and counselors consoled students after the horrific start Monday to the traditional Spirit Week celebrating homecoming.
LISTED UNDER: WOUND CLOSURE/HEALING PRODUCTSDedicated Wound Care Training Center Opens In Jacksonville
January 25, 2013 11:09 am | News | CommentsMore than 2,000 physicians, nurses and other medical and clinical technicians from around the country are anticipated to be trained in 50 events this year in specialized wound care treatment and disease management.
LISTED UNDER: INFECTION CONTROL PRODUCTS | Wound Closure/Healing ProductsExperts Critical Of Infection Surveillance System
January 16, 2013 11:46 am | News | CommentsPatients recovering from surgery get infections far more often than is being reported, a new study led by De Montfort University has found. Infection prevention specialists are now calling on the Department of Health to bring in a clear and standardised system for hospitals to try to identify the true scale of surgical infections.
LISTED UNDER: Infection Control Monitors | WOUND CLOSURE/HEALING PRODUCTSMussels Inspire Innovative New Adhesive For Surgery
January 14, 2013 11:34 am | News | CommentsMussels can be a mouthwatering meal, but the chemistry that lets mussels stick to underwater surfaces may also provide a highly adhesive wound closure and more effective healing from surgery.
LISTED UNDER: WOUND CLOSURE/HEALING PRODUCTS
Port Closure System
December 11, 2012 10:49 am | by CooperSurgical | Coopersurgical, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsCooperSurgical announces the release of the new Carter-Thomason II Port Closure System, designed to ensure safer, quicker port site closure for average to obese patients undergoing a range of laparoscopic procedures. The system is comprised of two precisely engineered components including the advanced Suture Passer and Suture Guide.
LISTED UNDER: Suturing Device
Non-Sterile Elastic Bandages
December 3, 2012 9:55 am | by Tronex | Tronex Healthcare | Product Releases | CommentsTronex recently unveiled its new line of Non-Sterile Elastic Bandages. The 100-percent latex-free bandages feature custom-blended fabrics and leading weave density. This results in superior clinical benefits, including consistent compression hold, durability, elasticity, patient comfort, and convenience.
LISTED UNDER: Bandages & Dressings
Portable Drainage System
November 30, 2012 9:58 am | by Onyx Medical | Product Releases | CommentsOnyx Medical Inc. introduces the iPRUM, a thoracic WiFi portable drainage system. It can be remotely controlled via PC or smart phone to monitor and control air and fluid volumes over time. The iPRUM is quiet, lightweight (2 lbs) and portable.
LISTED UNDER: Wound Drainage Systems
Surgical Wound Drain
November 28, 2012 10:28 am | by Cardinal Health | Cardinal Health | Product Releases | CommentsCardinal Health expanded its Jackson-Pratt Surgical Wound Drain category, which now includes a more comprehensive selection of surgical wound drain systems. It includes wide variety of PVC and silicone drains, bulb and three-spring reservoirs, and accessories to meet specific patient needs.
LISTED UNDER: Wound Drainage Systems
