RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

SINCLAIR PHARMA is an international specialty pharmaceutical company that provides solutions to treat wounds, and dermatological and oral diseases through the use of advanced surface technology and progressive delivery systems.

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) has announced the launch of BD Micro-Fine+ 4 mm pen needle – claimed to be the world’s smallest pen needle.

The SafeSet IV system, developed by B. BRAUN MEDICAL, is a new intravenous (IV) system that can reduce the risk of blood clots. Designed to work effectively for 72 hours without air entering the line it can save nurses, on average, 25 minutes a day.

Targeting the risk factors connected with Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (VAP) in mechanically ventilated patients, KIMBERLYCLARK HEALTH CARE has launched the new KimVent multi-access port closed suction system.

The WD 430 is a new washer-disinfector from BELIMED, developed for safe reprocessing of flexible endoscopes in accordance with EN ISO 15883-1 and 15883-4.

A new technology is set to reduce the allergic potential of latex gloves to virtually zero. The MPXX technology is used to wash latex during manufacture. The new process and the Cleantexx brand of examination and surgical gloves made using the technology, were introduced at the MEDICA trade fair in November.

MÖLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE has been chosen by the NHS to continue to help support operating theatre efficiency. The company has been awarded the contract for NHS Supply Chain, England for the Barrier range of surgical drapes and gowns.

The latest central station monitor from FUKUDA DENSHI is the Dynascope DS-7700, which offers multiple display configurations, precise arrhythmia analysis and convenience thanks to its bed transfer between the central stations.

TISSUEMED has launched a product to address the specific challenges of lung surgery – Tissue Patch Thoracic – an ultra thin adhesive film, which is more resilient, more conformable to the tissues and possesses improved handling characteristics.

With its advanced patient simulator, SimMan, having been in service for 10 years, LAERDAL MEDICAL is set to make the benefits of simulation even more accessible with its latest wireless innovation – SimMan Essential.

Croydon University Hospital in London was able to successfully revive a 53-year-old man from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) using a ZOLL AutoPulse non-invasive cardiac support pump for 3.5 hours.

The National Endoscopy Programme (UK) states that: "Valves including flushing valves and removable parts are to be kept with the endoscope to form a unique set of equipment."

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The CISA Endoscope Reprocessing System (ERS), from BES DECON, uses a cassette based system. Endoscopes undergo their usual prewash treatment as with other systems.

PENTAX LIFECARE is an established leader in the endoscopy field, offering a range of leading-edge, sophisticated, flexible endoscopic products.

The latest addition to the LTE range of decontamination equipment is a drying and storage cabinet designed specifically for use with flexible endoscopes.

CONMED continues to develop its range of products, which have been designed to help clinical endoscopy reach its greatest potential.

The MEDISAFE Endoscopy message is clear and concise – hygiene first. If it is not clean or cleaned, it cannot be sterile. The company’s endoscopy department has developed a wide range of products to support the BSG Guidelines and HTM 20/30.

CROHN’S AND COLITIS UK aims to improve life for people affected by inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) through support, information, funding research and campaigning for better health services. Currently it has 31,000 members and 70 Groups.

Founded in 1950 by Dr. Frederik Paulsen, FERRING PHARMACEUTICALS is a world leader in the research and commercial development of peptides, and compounds.