A ceiling-mounted tube option for the DRX-Ascend System provides versatile positioning for a variety of imaging exams. The DRX-Ascend System also offers a floor-mounted tube stand, wall stand and a choice of an elevating float-top table or non-elevating table. The new ceiling-mounted tube option is currently available for order. The DRX-Ascend delivers cost-effective, fully featured imaging that allows hospitals, imaging centres, orthopedic practices and urgent care clinics to select a configuration that satisfies their imaging workflow and budget. DRX-Ascend users and other healthcare providers are interested in a ceiling-mounted tube because it can deliver flexible patient positioning that helps radiographers perform imaging exams in less time, which can lead to greater productivity. The DRX-Ascend System can be configured with DRX-1 and DRX-1C detectors. Both detectors fit into the standard Bucky used in X-ray wall stands and tables. In addition, Carestream’s small-format 25 x 30 cm detector, the DRX 2530C, can be used for orthopedic and tabletop exams. Customers can also opt to install a fixed 43 x 43 cm detector for the wall stand. The multi-colour touch panel screen mounted at the tube stand gives radiographers remote generator control, displays image previews and allows review of previous images for the current patient. The DRX-Ascend system offers several detector holders to help radiographers perform cross-table lateral exams as well as other specialty views. Facilities can use a single DRX detector with the system or opt for two or more detectors to maximize productivity and efficiency.
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3mensio Structural Heart is dedicated to the planning of structural heart interventions. This new release contains an optimized Mitral workflow and a new Septal Crossing workflow for the planning of mitral valve procedures to determine the appropriate access route based on CT images. More insight in the size and shape of the mitral valve is vital for pre-procedural planning of mitral valve replacement and repair procedures. The Mitral workflow provides advanced visualization and sizing of the mitral annulus and its surrounding structures like the aortic valve and coronary arteries. Also the possible impact of placing a valve on the left ventricular outflow track (LVOT) clearance can be simulated. The Septal Crossing workflow enables visualization of cardiac structures in a simulated angioview that allows anatomic relations between the interatrial septum, LAA ostium, mitral annulus and vena cava to be easily determined.
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Now it has become easy to convert a notebook or a tablet PC into a powerful full-function ultrasound workstation
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Varian’s i5DR digital upgrade will improve workflow, enhance image quality and prolong the life of assets.  The i5DR software is a cost effective solution that is fully integrated into industry standard U-arms.   The i5DR user interface provides fully integrated control of the U-arm positioner, collimator and generator allowing for seamless image acquisition.  I5DR is optimized for use with Varian’s 17′ x 17′ (43cm x 43cm) flat panel digital detector.  The i5DR upgrade provides significant savings in comparison to purchasing an entirely new digital system and extends the life and utility of the existing asset.

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Curos Port Protector is a disposable, passive disinfection device for patients with long-term catheters or receiving intravenous treatment. Studies have shown it reduces Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) and Catheter Related Bloodstream Infections (CRBSI) in hospitals. Its effectiveness was tested in vitro against Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida glabrata. CLABSI is a serious, preventable infection contracted while in health care facilities. A recent study found that implementation of a disinfectant cap would reduce rates of CLABSI, lower costs and shorten hospital stays. Use of a disinfectant cap was associated with an estimated saving of almost
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