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According to the American Heart Association, early defibrillation is crucial. In response to an increasing demand for rapid lifesaving techniques by hospital personnel, LIFEPAK has developed a new 20e defibrillator that will promptly deliver crucial lifesaving defibrillation to victims of cardiac arrest.

For in-hospital first responders, this type of medical equipment that can make all the difference when it comes to saving lives. Physio-Control knows that any advances in lifesaving medical equipment can make in-hospital resuscitation teams more effective. One reason for this is that the new 20e converts from an AED function to a manual defibrillator. It also generates higher amounts of energy, which allows it to offer a much broader range of dosage to patients who did not respond to the initial shock. It is important to note, that increasing the dose of subsequent shocks has been proven to be a better strategy for stopping ventricular fibrillation in most patients, as opposed to repeating the same dose that has already failed to work.

Packed with power, this clinically advanced piece of medical equipment comes with cprMAX™ technology, which can minimize delays between the use of CPR and shock, while increasing CPR hands-on time. Using patented biphasic technology, the LIFEPAK automatically adjusts shock voltage and duration, allowing treatment to be customized for each patient’s unique tolerance level.

Using a closed-door function, this dual purpose defibrillator cuts down on operator confusion by showing only the controls required to facilitate a quick and easy operation. Physio-Control has also incorporated its demonstrated Shock Advisory System into this unit, which teaches operators how to use the system through a series of easy-to-read instructions and voice prompts. This type of medical equipment is better able to monitor pulse oximetry, ECG and external pacing, all of which clearly displayed in color-coded waveforms for simple viewing. Finally, to allow easy transport of patients throughout the hospital and extend operating time, the equipment comes with a lithium-ion battery.

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In August of this year, the world leader in hand-carried ultrasound machines completed its acquisition of the world’s leading manufacturer of impedance cardiography (ICG) machines. In a move that seems to be a predictor of Sonosite’s ultrasound technology being used in a more dynamic way for heart patients, their acquisition of CardioDynamics points to a future of noninvasive cardiac ultrasound equipment. Of course, that is only an opinion, but with so many recent advancements in ultrasound technology, the announcement of Sonosite’s acquisition seems to make sense.

According to their August 17th press release, CardioDynamics will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary of SonoSite in a transaction valued at approximately $10 million. The acquisition is touted by Sonosite as a way to bring on an established, high growth sales channel in the cardiovascular disease management industry. With heart disease being such a major threat to public health, Sonosite’s President and CEO Kevin Goodwin expect that offering CardioDynamics’ technology to their platform will help them better service physicians’ offices while expanding their presence in the larger cardiovascular marketplace.

Both companies have a long history of innovative medical equipment and smart market development, and they look forward to combining products and sales teams to make a positive impact on the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. One of CardioDynamics’ most advanced new products is the BioZ Dx system, a machine that combines ICG with electrocardiography (ECG), allowing clinicians the ability to assess both the mechanical and electrical functions of the heart simultaneously.

By offering both their existing product line as well as cutting edge cardiovascular machines from CardioDynamics, Sonosite hopes to improve patient outcomes while decreasing the cost of health care.

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The medical equipment industry has been reeling over two recent studies published by the Archives of Internal Medicine. These studies showed that CT scanners use an unhealthy amount of radiation and can cause cancer in patients who have been overexposed to them.

A common machine in most health care environments, the CT scanner uses numerous x-ray blasts that allow clinicians to see a 3-dimensional image of specific areas of the body. CT stands for computed tomographic imaging, and has been used since 1974 for the diagnosis of many conditions. Thanks to recent advancements in computer technology, CT scanners are much faster and more efficient than ever before, which has led to improved imaging and better diagnostic capabilities. One of the main reasons doctors order a CT scan is because it can show organs and tissues in much greater detail than a typical x-ray.

However, with the recent news about the health risks associated with CT scanners, their future is now uncertain. According to one study, even normal doses of radiation from these machines can be four times higher than they should be. This is unwelcome news for many patients who have already undergone numerous CT scans during the course of treatment. For example, a patient who needs a CT coronary angiogram must submit to an amount of CT radiation that is equal to having 309 chest x-rays.

It is difficult to say how much of an impact CT scanning will have on the general population, since cancer caused by this type of radiation may not appear until 20 to 30 years after a procedure, but with 72 million CT scans being done in an average year, the medical community is understandably concerned.

As a result of this news, medical equipment manufacturers will be looking at ways to reduce the amount of radiation emitted from CT scanners, and are likely to perform regular testing on their existing equipment.

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Medical equipment suppliers who sell Medicare-approved equipment will now have two months to submit their bidding applications for the program’s new competitive bidding program. This covers manufacturers of durable medical equipment, orthotics, prosthetics and supplies.

After implementing many changes to the program, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is charged with administering the programs, is reaching out to accredited medical equipment suppliers for bids that meet their more stringent standards.

Even though most of their existing suppliers meet Medicare’s requirements for accreditation, the bidding process is essential in helping beneficiaries find appropriately priced healthcare items from approved suppliers. CMS represents Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as durable used medical equipment manufacturers, and is accountable to all Medicare/Medicaid stakeholders, which includes US taxpayers, patient beneficiaries, physicians and hospitals.

Some of the most important changes to the bidding process include an online bidder education program, a user-friendly bidding process, and more explicit online instructions. They are also improving oversight of the bidders themselves by requiring license verification, proof of accreditation and full bidder disclosure. In addition, bidders will now have to meet certain financial criteria and quality standards.
By implementing these new standards for medical equipment suppliers and encouraging a more competitive bidding process, CMS is expected to create a substantial savings for the programs, while decreasing Medicare fraud. Medical suppliers who have finished the registration process can now access the online bidding system and begin submitting their bids.

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American Industrial Systems has just released a new line of LCD monitors for use in medical settings and healthcare facilities. The new displays have been designed to be compatible with existing medical equipment, but offer a much higher resolution with better color and clarity. No matter where they are installed, these 17-19” monitors maintain the same physical appearance. While the medical equipment are useful in any personal care setting, AIS has designed these monitors for the display of vital information in patient monitoring areas, examination areas and waiting rooms.

Each unit comes with a desktop stand, making it fairly simple to install on existing fixtures and medical equipment. They come complete with VESA mounts, and are backed by a one year parts and labor warranty. The monitors are designed with bezels that protect the units being impacted by liquids and solids, and have a hard coated glare-proof screen to protect the monitor from chemicals found in a medical setting.

Thanks to their stringent quality standards throughout the design process and the use of industrial grade components, these new LCD monitors can be used for many years with very little maintenance. The color LCD panel delicately reproduces images that look rich and detailed, with excellent continuity in color ramps.
If your facility is looking for a reliable patient monitor that incorporates the most advanced performance and reliability standards, the new collection of LCD monitors from AIS is an excellent choice. American Industrial Systems has a long-standing reputation of making only the highest quality products for the healthcare industry, designed to meet the high standards of today’s marketplace.

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