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Compared with conventional light sources, the smaller LEDs of the Polaris system are considerably more energy-efficient than conventional light sources. An LED light source has a life span of about 30,000 hours (corresponding to about seven to ten years of service life in the operating room), while the life span of a conventional light source is about 1,000 hours (corresponding to about four months of service life in the operating room). The slight amount of lost heat from the LEDs is dispensed through the top of the housing.

The different Polaris models are distinguished by their illuminating power. They can be used as an individual OR light or as a satellite in multiple-light systems, and can also be equipped with an integrated camera.

This new product design received the red dot design award 2008 which, according to the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, is based on criteria such as innovation, functionality, quality and ergonomics.

The 108 light-emitting diodes of the Polaris (700 model) distribute light with a color temperature of 4,600 Kelvin. "Cold light" (without long-wave infrared content) is generated by means of a phosphor layer on the semiconductor and focused via an optical system. The LEDs are installed in the reflectors in pairs.

The individual light paths form a light cylinder which has an illumination depth of about 1,100 millimeters and a variable diameter of 220 to 290 millimeters. This ensures that the light of each LED can be focused on the OR field and that several surgeons can work simultaneously on the OR field without noticeably reducing the brightness.

Press release: Precision lighting with the new Dräger Polaris...

Product brochure... (.pdf)

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The automatic rotation of the image according to the position of the system, an ergonomic probe equipped with controls, a long life battery, all add up to making this ultrasound an extraordinary innovation in the medical system arena.

MyLab One is a “dedicated” ultrasound, which reflects perfectly today’s need for diagnostic capabilities in many different fields of application: from Radiology to Cardiology, from to Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, Sports Medicine, etc… or in first-aid, emergency, vascular screening as well as in general practices.

Press release: Esaote presents “My Lab One” Innovative “wearable” ultrasound scanner ARM HELD

Product page: Esaote ultrasound...

The patent pending DermaStream CST device provides the mechanism for EnzySurge's proprietary Continuous Streaming Therapy™ (CST). CST is a modality based on continuously streaming of fresh therapeutic solutions to the wound bed while removing exudates by vacuum assisted drainage throughout the treatment cycle. The combination of the DermaStream CSTdesign and the CST action produces negative pressure above the wound without the need for external equipment.

DermaStream is designed to ensure ongoing, uniform flow of fresh solutions over the entire wound bed

The use of therapeutic solutions allows for a broad wound management platform

DermaStreamCST vacuum assisted drainage continuously removes exudate and infectious material from the wound environment.

Gravity-induced negative pressure removes exudates including removal of loose necrotic burden

DermaStream CST is a disposable, single patient use device. It is designed to provide negative pressure above the wound bed without expensive external equipment.

Demo video of the DermaStream CST:

Product page: DermaStream CST ...

More about EnzySurge's technology from Israel21C...

Flashback: DermaStream Chronic Wound Treatment Technology

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In a small pilot study, fasting plasma glucose levels for patients who received the duodenal-jejunal bypass liner (EndoBarrier) fell 55 mg/dL, while levels among those who had a sham procedure rose 42 mg/dL (P≤0.05), according to Christopher Sorli, MD, of the Billings Clinic in Billings, Mont., and colleagues.

But differences in this measure of glycemic control did not remain significant after the 24 weeks of the study were completed. Also, the study was scheduled to run for 52 weeks but too many patients had to have the device removed because of pain or anchor migration before that time.

Read on at MedPage Today: Intestinal Sleeve May Improve Glycemic Control

Press release: GI Dynamics' EndoBarrier™ Gastrointestinal Liner Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy in Pre-surgical Weight Loss ...

Abstract in Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics: Pilot Clinical Study of an Endoscopic, Removable Duodenal-Jejunal Bypass Liner for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

Link: EndoBarrier Technology...

Flashbacks: EndoBarrier, an Internal Condom, Gets Positive Results in Diabetic Clinical Trial ; Eat Away, Just Don't Digest

The controller unit is plug-and-play with easy start-up. Its compact size saves table space and the simple controls eliminate the need for lengthy training. The controller is completely silent since it does not require a cooling fan. All video settings are preprogrammed, so no complicated and time consuming set-up is necessary. A single cable leads from the controller to the ergonomic handpiece. The handpiece includes the tip deflection lever, working channel port, suction valve, and buttons for taking photos and illumination adjustment. High-powered LEDs are incorporated inside the handpiece. These LEDs eliminate the need for costly replacement bulbs.

Link: Innovative New Video Bronchoscope with DeepVu Technology ...

(hat tip: German Healthcare Export Group)

The newly issued guidance pertains to a wound dressing with permanently bound cationic biocide pDADMAC, a key component of the NIMBUS technology and one of the molecular entities covered in nine Quick-Med U.S. patents and patents pending and in 24 foreign counterparts. The guidance document specifies only the cationic biocide polyDADMAC; dressings with other cationic biocides are not within the scope of this guidance.

BIOGUARD™ dressings, which were introduced in June by Quick-Med licensee Derma Sciences, Inc., are the first wound care products to feature the novel, FDA-cleared NIMBUS technology and subject of the Guidance. The dressings serve as a barrier to infection, kill germs absorbed into the dressing, and provide an optimum wound healing environment. The NIMBUS active agent maintains effectiveness even in the presence of large amounts of proteinaceous exudates.

NIMBUS is unique in that it is the only non-leaching antimicrobial wound dressing, which the Company believes is an important distinction; other antimicrobial dressings rely on the release of chemicals to the wound bed that can impede the wound healing process. NIMBUS forms a sterile bacterial barrier that prohibits the transfer of microorganisms into the wound because the microbicidal agent is bound to the dressing. NIMBUS is non-toxic, long-lasting and not blocked by organics such as blood, exudates, urine and perspiration. By its design, NIMBUS poses minimal risk of bacteria developing resistance.

Press release: FDA Issues Guidance for Quick-Med Technologies' Exclusive Wound Dressing with pDADMAC ...

The Trumpf OR table has been designed especially for this integration and is equipped with a onepiece carbon tabletop, which can be replaced by a segmented universal tabletop. The table column enables the two tops to be exchanged easily. The carbon tabletop is transparent to X-rays and thus ensures that there will be no disruptive artifacts in the images. It is suitable for interventional procedures and minimally invasive surgery. The integration of the OR table with the Siemens angiography systems also make fast rotations and 3-D imaging possible with the surgical C-arm. The modular design of the segmented tabletop enables extremely flexible positioning of the patient, particularly important in orthopedics and neuro surgery. Complicated positions, such as the chest side position, can be achieved quickly with great precision as well as comfort for the patient and staff.

Along with the integrated Trumpf OR table, Siemens continues to offer its Artis tables for the entire Artis zee series, which are available in three designs: as a standard table, a table with Trendelenburg tilting and one with Trendelenburg and lateral tilting.

Press release: Siemens integrates Trumpf's OR table in its Artis zeego and Artis zee ceiling angiography systems...

Product pages: TruSystem 7500, Artis zee, Artis zeego

Features from the product page:

Multi-directional collagen fibers

Acellular collagen matrix

Terminally sterilized

Packaged hydrated, ready-to-use, in an inner sterile pouch and an outer non-sterile pouch

Offered in a variety of sizes

Easy to cut and sew

Pre-op steps of rehydration, rinsing and stretching not required

Tissue bank tracking not required as compared to allografts

Compatible with a variety of fixation techniques: suture, staple, tack or other methods

Here's the product being used during breast reconstruction surgery:

Press release: Synovis Life Technologies Receives CE Mark Approval for the Use of Veritas(R) Collagen Matrix in Hernia Repair and Breast Reconstruction...

Product page: Veritas Collagen Matrix...

Flashback: Veritas Collagen Matrix for Prevention of Surgical Adhesions

The primary goal for Lap-Pak is to reduce bowel packing time by 50%. Use of Lap-pak during laparotomies ensures interoperability with retractors, facilitates monitoring of bowels, and maintains tissue temperature and hydration.

The Lap-Pak device is a one-piece device constructed from a soft and flexible material that is easy to position. It contains a stable body support that evenly distributes pressure. Side and bottom flaps contour against the abdominal walls to prevent movement and allow for varied cavity sizes. The dual top flaps shield the bowels while maintaining visibility of the intestines as well as internal temperature and moisture. The product will be offered in three sizes designed to fit over 80% of adults.

Press release: Seguro Acquires Worldwide Rights to Johns Hopkins Abdominal Surgery Device...

Product page: Lap-pak...

As detail and resolution increases surgeons will see and perform better. For this reason I set out to see if images 4 times the resolution ofHD could be obtained through our surgical scopes and if the next generation of Hollywood 4k cameras could be used for surgery. In a pilot project we successfully connected the camera of the future to our surgical scope and obtained the highest resolution surgical images of body ever directly in the procedure.

By increasing resolution to this level we allow the surgeon to be actually immersed in images that surpass the live surgical experience. The resolution approaches that of the human eye but it is combined with 10 fold magnification through the telescopes which operate just inches away from the disease. The progress from regular surgical film technology is like comparing sitting in an HD home theater to watching a video on a cell phone.

Amazingly, the surgeons in the conference were able to visualize the surgery they were watching better than if they had been in the operating room live. If it can transform the immersive experience of the movies with unprecedented realism wouldn't you want that degree of vision in your surgeon's hands? By combining unprecedented resolution and magnification the surgical images were beyond what a surgeon would have standing live in the operating room. Those in the audience predicted this technology would further revolutionize minimally invasive surgery as it becomes incorporated into the OR of the future.

Link: World's First "4k" Laparoscopy Performed- Surgery in 4X HD!