RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

Patients with early-stage Parkinson’s disease could benefit from an innovative treatment that was launched in the UK in April.

WELCH ALLYN has developed the new Spot Vital Signs LXi – said to be the industry’s fastest multi-parameter spot check device that can be customised for use in a variety of clinical settings.

GRAHAME GARDNER’S new antibacterial fabric Assure incorporates the natural element silver, which offers proven protection against MRSA and other HAIs.

The Heart Hospital in West London has recently purchased two Acuson CV70 ultrasound systems from SIEMENS, both with fourSight 3D TOE technology, and an image arena workstation.

At the recent Procuring for Healthcare 2006 conference (held recently at The De Vere Belfry), Dr David Coates, consultant anaesthetist at The Bristol Royal Infirmary, challenged the audience of healthcare professionals to ensure the use of postoperative autologous blood collection devices within their hospitals.

The requirement for continuous, non-invasive and reliable respiratory rate monitoring has long been recognised and the new Respiratory Rate Monitor combined with the Respi-Check mask from INTERSURGICAL has been designed to fulfil these needs.

PROACT MEDICAL has announced the launch of two new additions to its comprehensive laryngoscope range.

Conquest Hospital in East Sussex has installed a SIEMENS Axiom Artis dFC imaging solution with flat detector technology to serve as a dedicated cardiac system, in conjunction with the Siemens Axiom Sensis, a scalable haemodynamic recording platform, in its new cardiac catheterisation lab. The National Lottery’s New Opportunities Fund and the Department of Health funded the project, which included the build of a complete new cardiac catheterisation suite, which boasts six beds.

2. BRAUN MEDICAL has launched Prontoderm, a new generation of tailored antimicrobial solutions which are highly effective against MRSA and other bacteria.

MÖLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE has launched a new soft face mask as part of its Barrier range.

ANETIC AID has worked for a number of years to emphasise its commitment to promoting best tourniquet practice.

Measuring the level of energy expenditure required to reduce the incidence of Type 2 diabetes in patients with impaired glucose tolerance, with a high level of accuracy, has now been revolutionised with the development of the SenseWear Pro2 Armband.

CONTACTA’s Clipboard InfoLoop enables healthcare professionals on the move – such as ambulance crew, paramedics, doctors and nursing specialists on home visits – to communicate effectively with hearing-aid wearers, both indoors and out. Particularly in emergency situations, mutual clarity and correct understanding of speech between the patient and those providing treatment or assistance can have a vital added importance.

The world’s first linear accelerator with integrated 3D imaging – Synergy from ELEKTA – has been delivered to the Royal Marsden cancer hospital in Sutton.

Global manufacturer of advanced patient monitoring equipment WELCH ALLYN has introduced the Propaq LT, a rugged and lightweight patient monitor that allows healthcare providers to extend continuous vital sign monitoring to more patients than ever before.

Sandwell DGH has installed a new SIEMENS Axiom Artis dTC imaging solution with flat detector technology to serve as a dedicated cardiac system in its recently opened casualty unit. Casualty is in a newly rebuilt wing which replaces part of the hospital building that was destroyed in a fire in 2002.

OPHTHALMOS, specialist in the design and manufacture of medical devices for use in ophthalmoscopy, has launched a lens free ophthalmoscope, the Optyse. Unique in its simplicity, size and affordability, the Optyse is set to transform the use of retinal screening in general medical practice across the globe.

Healthcare equipment specialist SIDHIL has announced the launch of the Inspiration Junior bed, believed to be the UK’s first electrically operated profiling bed designed and developed specifically for paediatric use, incorporating a built-in extension that expands the bed to full adult length to grow with the patient.

With a focus on providing innovative, clinical solutions to protect patients and healthcare workers, KIMBERLY-CLARK has announced the UK launch of its Patient Warming System. Designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare acquired infections (HAI) across a wide range of surgical procedures, the new system allows anaesthetists and surgeons to manage precisely patient temperatures during complex operations. It is proven to be the most efficient, non-invasive method of temperature control available.

OLYMPUS has launched the new Cell family range of fully flexible and modular imaging systems. Comprising seven members (Cell A, B, D, F, P, M, and R), it ranges from simple image acquisition and documentation systems through to complete solutions for live cell imaging. Each member is made up of cameras, microscopes and illumination systems entirely from Olympus, controlled by advanced Windows-based software for ease-of-use and ensuring all parts work as one system.