Pyng Medical out of Richmond, British Columbia has received US regulatory approval to market the FASTx Sternal Intraosseous Device that provides quick vascular access via bone marrow.
Features of the device from the product page:
Vascular access within 10 seconds; fluids and medications to the heart in 30 seconds Automatic depth control prevents over-penetration Delivers fluids and medications as quickly as a central line, with shorter access time Can be inserted during other resuscitation procedures Can deliver any fluids or medications that can be delivered via IV For use in adolescents from 12 years of age and older Designed for single, sterile use—no cross-contamination Flexible tubing with subcutaneous portal; strain-relief target foot ensures line does not dislodge Can be inserted in moving ambulances, aboard helicopters, and on stretchers Skill mastery within minutes; skill retention not dependent upon frequent practice or use
Press release: Pyng Medical Corp Receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for FASTx…
Product page: FASTx Sternal Intraosseous Device…
Flashback: The Fastest Way To a Man’s Heart is Through FAST1 Intraosseous Infusion System;
