RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

New endoscopy unit to benefit patients in Cumbria

As part of a Managed Equipment Service (MES) contract, Ergéa UK has partnered with North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust (NCIC) to deliver a state-of-the-art endoscopy unit at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.

New RFID mapping tool for more affordable tracking of healthcare assets

RFiD Discovery, a leading provider of innovative tracking solutions for healthcare and other industries, has announced the launch of new mapping functionality for its passive RFID asset tracking system. This pioneering feature allows hospitals to visualise the locations of passively tracked assets on an interactive map, improving operational efficiency and patient care.

Pressure care: new materials, new benefits

What alternatives to foam are there for cushions and mattresses that can tick all the boxes for skin health, manual handling challenges, and infection prevention, while also being fully recyclable? One solution is 3D spun thermoplastic elastomers, found in the NEST pressure care products.

Making pre-warming easy

Mölnlycke is committed to improving patient safety and optimising operational efficiency, which is why the company has developed its BARRIER® EasyWarm® blanket to provide a convenient patient warming solution.

Siemens Healthineers expands photon-counting CT portfolio

Three years after the launch of the world’s first photon-counting CT scanner, NAEOTOM Alpha, Siemens Healthineers has announced further expansion of its photon-counting CT portfolio.

High-pressure, needle-free, tissue-selective hydrodissection

Erbe Medical UK has launched the HYBRIDknife® flex, the latest addition to the portfolio of hybrid technology. This innovative instrument combines high-pressure hydrodissection with electrosurgery, redefining lesion management within the gastrointestinal tract. Its development was guided by insights from therapeutic and surgical endoscopists worldwide.

Lancashire trial demonstrates efficacy of hand hygiene solution

The results of a clinical trial at Lancashire Teaching Hospital Trust, of Primel Active Hand Shield (PAHS) technology, have now been announced. The solution demonstrated an average of 91% higher antimicrobial efficacy after 1 hour, compared to the current standard of care hand sanitiser at 15 minutes.

Mediplus Expands TIVA range with innovative five-way set

Mediplus has announced the launch of its five-way TIVA Set, designed to advance the management of intravenous anaesthesia.

Medtronic receives CE Mark for its next generation Endoflip 300 system

Medtronic has announced it has received CE Mark approval for its next generation Endoflip 300 system to measure pressure and dimensions in the oesophagus and pylorus in adults. The Endoflip 300 System will help thousands of patients across Europe with oesophageal motility disorders achieve a diagnosis.

Digital waiting list tool helps 14% more patients per month prepare for surgery

Therapists at Ascot’s Heatherwood Hospital, part of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, have been able to help 14% more patients per month prepare for surgery following the trial of a new digitally led approach to identifying, prioritising and supporting elective hip and knee replacement patients.

Idox and Blyott partnership tackles urgent asset tracking challenges

Idox, a leading provider of specialist software, is now working with Blyott, a pioneer in asset tracking technologies, to simplify and streamline asset tracking within a changing healthcare environment.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board extends Managed Equipment Service agreement with Canon

To provide patient support and clinical continuity in the provision of diagnostic ultrasound systems, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has renewed its seven-year Managed Equipment Service (MES) contract with Canon Medical Systems UK for a third term following a competitive tender bid which involved extensive equipment evaluations across a range of clinical specialities. The ultrasound leadership team in radiology were instrumental in leading the Health Board-wide tender process.

Reusable surgical gowns and the benefits of rental services

Elis is an established supplier of reusable surgical gowns. It has more than 30 years’ experience serving over 300 NHS and private sector hospitals, and is the only UK business operating totally dedicated sterile processing units for reusable surgical textiles.

High-efficiency, cost-effective air purifiers for NHS

The Blast and Blast Mini air purifiers, from Smart Air, deliver powerful, high-efficiency filtration solutions, and are designed specifically for large spaces such as hospitals and offices.

Neonatal brain monitor with Viewlite Software

A new version of the nëo cerebral function monitor for neonates is available from Central Medical Supplies (CMS).

Dual-chamber leadless pacemaker launched in the UK

Abbott will be rolling out its AVEIR dual chamber (DR) leadless pacemaker system across the UK – claimed to be the world's first dual chamber leadless pacing system, which treats people with abnormal or slow heart rhythms.

Paul Strickland Scanner Centre halves PET-CT scan times, enhancing diagnostic and research capabilities

Paul Strickland Scanner Centre has halved PET-CT scan times using a new Biograph Vision 600 from Siemens Healthineers, achieving with one system what previously required two.*

Patient discharge management system to transform hospital bed management

RFiD Discovery, a leading provider of tracking solutions for healthcare, is excited to announce the launch of its new Patient Discharge Management system.

State-of-the-art surgical headlight camera

Uniplex (UK) Ltd has announced the launch of the HDC300 Surgical Headlight Camera, a cutting-edge solution for modern surgical environments.

New research investigates use of Steriwave in ICUs

Ondine Biomedical has announced a research collaboration with the Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) Foundation’s Advancing Innovation in Medicine (AIM) division to investigate the use of Steriwave in ICUs.

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