by
Sean Ruck, Contributing Editor | June 01, 2014
From the June 2014 issue of HealthCare Business News magazine
The Discovery IGS 740 is equipped with two customizable parking positions to accommodate multiple room sizes and shapes. The 41x41-cm detector enables imaging of large organs, such as the liver and simultaneous coverage of both legs. The wide-bore C-arm helps interventional radiologists image large patients and conveniently perform off centered 3D acquisitions. In addition, the system comes equipped with more than 20 advanced applications, such as FlightPlan for Liver, which helps clinicians identify tumor-feeding vessels in a few clicks, and be selective during liver embolizations.
Vinyl BP cuffs
New vinyl blood pressure cuffs from SunTech Medical deliver accurate blood pressure readings while providing an economical alternative to traditional durable blood pressure cuffs. Designed for short-term use, these easily-cleaned cuffs work with automated BP monitors in clinical areas.
SunTech’s Vinyl BP Cuffs feature a tapered end for easier application and patient comfort, as well as color coding to simplify size selection. Different than traditional products, these new cuffs feature size indicators on both the interior and exterior of the cuff to ensure the accurate cuff size is selected. Engineered to meet AHA, AAMI-SP10 and MDD guidelines, Vinyl BP Cuffs are also latex-free.
Ultrasound system
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., has launched an ultrasound system —
the Samsung UGEO WS80A. The system’s features include:
- 21.5” Wide LED Monitor with 10.1” Touch Panel intuitive user interface.
- 5D Adaptive Segmentation
- FRV (Feto Realistic View
- Single Crystal Probe
- Five Year Standard Warranty
The UGEO WS80A features the Hybrid Beamforming Engine evo, providing improved gray scale and color while delivering a more precise signal than previous beamforming engines. SDMR evo offers speckle reduction, as well as edge and contrast enhancement for clear, distinct images. The system features an ergonomic design with user conveniences such as smooth height adjustment and a gel warmer, while the touchscreen provides an intuitive user interface for easy operation.
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