RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

The BIOSTAR OIA Shigatox assay is an immunoassay for the qualitative, rapid detection of the presence of Shiga toxins in human diarrhoeal faecal specimens, broth culture or colonies collected from a culture plate.

Early detection of heart irregularities can make a huge difference to patient outcomes.

VERNACARE has developed a detergentproof, pulp washbowl to beat the infection risk of washing hospital and nursing home patients using plastic bowls.

GAMBRO HOSPAL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gambro AB, has introduced a 500 litre Bag-in-Box for the central delivery of haemodialysis acid concentrate to a renal unit.

As the first line of defence for both patients and perioperative practitioners from bloodborne viruses and other infections, the surgical gown is of great importance.

KEELER has introduced a frame for its range of surgical loupes that wraps around and grips the head so that their weight is more evenly distributed, making them feel lighter.

INTERSURGICAL has announced the launch of the i-gel, a single use, supraglottic airway.

SUMMIT MEDICAL has launched the HiVac7 bone cement mixing and delivery syringe that has been designed to complement the existing HiVac range of mixing and delivery devices already used in orthopaedic theatres throughout the UK and internationally.

3M HEALTH CARE has launched a surgical clipper that allows hair removal, while minimising the risk of nicks and cuts.

DTR MEDICAL has launched a sterile single-use Negus aspirating dissector to provide first time instrument quality with an optimum suction blade for precision nasal work.

MÖLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE has launched the Biogel Eclipse Reveal glove, a double gloving system made from deproteinised natural rubber latex (DPNRL) that visibly indicates when a puncture occurs.

A range of hand disinfectant products that emphasise personal skin care benefits as much as anti-infection virtues has been launched by MEDICHEM INTERNATIONAL.

Prontosan, a wound cleansing agent produced by Sheffieldbased B BRAUN MEDICAL, is now available on prescription.

Following the release of its New Advance Range of closed disposable suction liners, VACSAX has been successful in being awarded the sole supplier contract for suction liners for Scotland by NHS National Services Scotland.

ANSELL HEALTHCARE has announced that its 20 key medical gloves – surgical and examination – have been successfully tested in a stringent new viral penetration test method.

Operating theatre equipment supplier ANETIC AID, has recently revealed its highly refined mobile Powered and Manual QA4 Day Surgery System designed for patient transportation, treatment and recovery, and its AET electronic tourniquet system which is user-friendly and easy-to-clean, with low maintenance costs.

HELAPET has launched the new BioClean Ultimate co-polymer gloves that offer protection from a full range of cytotoxic agents, and are thin and strong for greater dexterity and comfort.

MÖLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE’s BARRIER range of single-use drapes, gowns and other wearing apparel will help reduce the risk of postoperative wound infections for patients and provide protection in surgery for staff.

SIMON JERSEY, the UK-based corporate and workwear specialist, has launched a new medical collection, designed specifically for the healthcare professional.

KIMBERLY-CLARK HEALTH CARE has introduced a new child-sized face mask featuring four Disney characters.