Product Releases
VaproQuip Decontamination Room
May 13, 2013 10:13 am | by Steris | Steris Corporation | CommentsSteris has unveiled the VaproQuip Decontamination Room. Biological contamination can be present almost anywhere in a hospital. Aggressive pathogens on environmental surfaces, such as high-touch, difficult-to-clean surfaces of mobile equipment and furniture, can remain viable for extended periods of time.
HoverSling Combination Transfer & Lift Device
May 13, 2013 10:00 am | by HoverTech International | HoverTech International | CommentsHoverTech International introduces a next generation patient handling solution: the HoverSling Combination Transfer & Lift Device for lateral transfers, repositioning, turning, and vertical lifting. The HoverSling streamlines patient handling tasks by reducing the time and money spent using multiple products, while creating a more comfortable transfer for patients.
iPRUM
May 13, 2013 9:51 am | by Onyx Medical Inc. | 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.
Simulation-Based Suturing Training
May 10, 2013 11:08 am | by Simbionix and Intuitive Surgical | Simbionix, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. | CommentsSimbionix and Intuitive Surgical developed simulation-based suturing training for the da Vinci system. This Suturing Module is a highly realistic educational solution that provides suturing and knot-tying tutorials with performance feedback. Simulation-based training is essential prior to clinical practice.
3D Viewing And Recording Products
May 10, 2013 10:50 am | by Sony | CommentsSony Electronics’ Medical Systems Division is unveiling new 3D viewing and recording products that can give urology surgeons and their teams the benefits of added depth and enhanced visualization. Sony’s new 3D products include: the LMD-2451MT 24-inch medical grade 3D display, LMD-4251TD 42-inch 3D display for reference, training and education, and the HVO-3000MT 3D medical grade recorder.
Infrared LED Light Emitter
May 10, 2013 10:31 am | by Larson Electronics | CommentsLarson Electronics has announced the release of a 12 watt infrared LED light emitter designed to provide output and operation suitable for medical applications. The LEDLB-4E-IR-M-110V 110 Volt Medical Infrared LED Light Bar is provides those in the medical fields with a powerful and effective source of infrared light.
Embolization Coil
May 8, 2013 10:14 am | by Cook Medical | Cook Medical, Inc. | CommentsCook Medical has launched a new fully-retractable .035 inch embolization coil, intended for peripheral arterial and venous embolization. Embolization is a nonsurgical, minimally-invasive procedure performed by a physician to block or reduce blood flow in arteries and veins.
BF-190 Bronchoscopes
May 8, 2013 9:56 am | by Olympus | Olympus | CommentsOlympus announced the commercial availability of its 510(k) cleared BF-190 bronchoscopes. The new BF-190 bronchoscopes offer unparalleled maneuverability and flexibility through the combination of their unique Rotary Function and wider tip angulation, which will potentially allow physicians to access areas of the lung that may not be easily reached with current generation bronchoscopes.
SnapIT Lite
May 8, 2013 9:46 am | by Cincinnati Surgical | Cincinnati Surgical Co. | CommentsCincinnati Surgical introduces SnapIT Lite, a revolutionary new product that eliminates sharps injuries from opening glass ampoules. The SnapIT Lite opens and stores the severed ampoule lid until it can be ejected into a proper waste receptacle, protecting medical staff against the risk of painful lacerations.
Medical Grade Polyurethane
May 7, 2013 9:57 am | by Parker Hannifin | Parker Hannifin Corp. Seal Group | CommentsParker Hannifin Corporation has created a medical grade polyurethane that not only displays characteristic polycarbonate resistance to oxidation and alcohol swelling, but also demonstrates expanded resistance to environmental stress cracking.
LifeVest
May 7, 2013 9:41 am | by Zoll Medical Corporation | CommentsZoll Medical Corporation offers the LifeVest, which is designed to protect patients at risk for sudden cardiac death. It is used to protect a wide range of patients, including recent myocardial infarction, or following coronary revascularization.
TissuGlu Surgical Adhesive
May 7, 2013 9:26 am | by Cohera Medical | Cohera Medical, Inc. | CommentsPresently, most patients who undergo tummy tucks and other large flap procedures require drains to remove fluids that accumulate under the skin. TissuGlu from Cohera Medical adheres the tissue flap created during the procedure to the underlying tissue, helping to reduce fluid accumulation and ultimately reduce the need for postoperative drain.
MINOP Invent
May 6, 2013 10:12 am | by Aesculap, Inc. | Aesculap | CommentsAesculap, Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of the MINOP Invent, which pushes the boundaries of neurosurgical techniques in offering a solution for bi-manual resection of solid tumors and cysts. MINOP InVent is designed to offer more for patients through less invasive techniques.
AIR-BAND Radial Compression Device
May 6, 2013 9:58 am | by Maquet Cardiovascular LLC | CommentsAIR-BAND from Maquet Cardiovascular LLC is a 26-cm long, latex-free, self-adhesive wristband with a clear window and bulb that facilitate visualization of the puncture site. A luer valve on the end of the clear fill tube enables any standard syringe to be connected to inflate and deflate the bulb with air to provide compression of the radial puncture site.
DuraBlue Sterilization Wrap
May 6, 2013 9:44 am | by Cardinal Health | Cardinal Health | CommentsCardinal Health announced that DuraBlue Sterilization Wrap received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for STERRAD NX and STERRAD 100NX Systems from Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP). The wrap also received FDA clearance for 180-day extended sterility maintenance indications for each 510(k)-cleared sterilization modality.
