Promedical

Every minute counts for many heart attack patients.  In the case of patients suffering from a class of heart attacks called ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the current ACC recommended “door to balloon” (D2B) protocol—referring to time from patient’s hospital arrival to balloon catheter inflation within the patient’s blocked artery—is less than 90 minutes. Philips’ technologies can help hospitals reduce D2B time by clearing a path from discovery to treatment.

First, the Philips HeartStart MRx monitor/defibrillator enables paramedics to wirelessly transmit vital 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) data on the heart’s condition while en route to the hospital. Once this data is received, caregivers move into action, preparing the catheterization (cath) lab before the patient arrives. Philips informatics solutions throughout the D2B care cycle deliver instant access to and seamless sharing of clinical information throughout the hospital. Inside the emergency department and cath lab, Philips cardiovascular imaging equipment helps clinicians pinpoint issues in the heart and allows for confidently planned and executed interventional procedures.

Some of these advanced solutions are helping the community of Glendale, Arizona save valuable time for critical STEMI patients. Outfitted with a HeartStart MRx in every fire engine, the Glendale Fire Department utilizes the innovative pre-hospital triaging technology when a patient displays symptoms consistent with STEMI.

“HeartStart MRx has reduced D2B times, as previously we would have to obtain the 12-lead ECG inside the hospital and wait for a decision on next treatment steps,” said Daniel Wintrow, captain and paramedic with the Glendale Fire Department. “Now, our paramedics are able to send digital quality 12-lead ECG data to the hospital while in transit, which can dramatically cut down on time and help physicians make decisions about appropriate care before arrival.” For more information about Philips AEDs log on http://www.promedicalonline.com/productcart/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=64

By Gus Vargas
Panasonic System Solutions Company, a Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, is a recognized leader in CCD cameras, digital and analog video recorders, and monitors. Applications include: medical, dental, microscopy, endoscopic vision, machine vision, non-destructive analysis, robotics, quality control, test and measurement, printing, high speed analysis, surface mount inspection, process measurement, and more. Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic Corporation of North America is the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE:MC) of Japan, and the hub of Panasonic’s U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations.  Information about Panasonic and its products is available at http://www.promedicalonline.com. 

By Gus Vargas

SciCan, the makers of the Statim Cassette Autoclave, have
set the benchmark for sterilization and instrument reprocessing technology. For
more than 20 years SciCan has been developing and manufacturing highly
innovative infection control products that address the need for versatility,
flexibility, and efficiency in today’s environments.
SciCan is excited to announce that the Statim Cassette Autoclave appeared on
NBC’s “The Today Show” on March 4, 2008 in a segment called “Seeing Clearly
Now”. The segment introduced a new surgical procedure for implantable
permanent contact lenses and the Statim Cassette Autoclave played an
important role in the sterilization of the surgical instruments prior to this
innovative new procedure.
The Statim Cassette Autoclave, the sterilizer of choice for Ophthalmologists
worldwide, is the fastest and most gentle sterilization process available today.
Statim employs an ultra-fast 6, 9, or 12 minute sterilization cycle. Additionally,
Statim’s Drying Technology can dry a load of wrapped instruments in as little as
10 minutes, thereby improving efficiency and reducing turnover time for
ophthalmology procedures including refractive and cataract surgery.
Statim offers the perfect blend of speed and capacity with its rapid high volume
throughput sterilization cycles up to 8 times the speed of common conventional
autoclaves. Additionally, Statim optimizes efficiency by employing a removable
cassette, allowing practitioners to transport freshly sterilized instruments to the
operating rooms aseptically. This fast point of use sterilization makes turnaround
a priority, increasing efficiency and virtually eliminating instrument bottlenecks.
Ophthalmologists in over 90 countries around the world rely on Statim to help
protect their patients and staff from infection.
“The Statim Cassette Autoclave offers cutting edge technology to our customers
which will, in turn, provide them with a clear and distinct performance advantage
in the marketplace” says Andrew Zwingenberger, Vice President SciCan Ltd.
The Statim is available in three convenient sizes. Visit
www.promedicalonline.com for more information about Scican Products

It has long been known that hydrogen peroxide can kill germs without being
harmful to users. However, up to now, this remarkable chemical had not been
considered stable enough to be practical as the foundation for a system of
commercial disinfectant cleaners. Scientists at Virox Technologies Inc. have now
developed a way to put this world’s oldest known antimicrobial to work. Patented
accelerated hydrogen peroxide (AHP) is a stable cleaning and disinfecting
solution with enhanced germicidal activity that is not harmful to those who use it,
or to the environment.
Now available from SciCan Inc. in the U.S.A., OPTIM 33 TB with AHP chemistry
is the first real breakthrough in chemical germicides in over 25 years. It is not a
mere substitute for current surface disinfection technologies, but a truly new
technology with demonstrable superiority in a number of key areas:
1. Contact times
- 1 minute Bactericidal (including MRSA ‘Superbug’, E. Coli and VRE)
- 1 minute Virucidal (including HIV, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Influenza A
and Polio)
- 5 minutes Tuberculocidal
2. Cleaning efficacy - one-step cleaning and disinfecting ability
3. User Safety - OPTIM 33TB carries no warning labels
4. Environmental Impact - hydrogen peroxide breaks down into water and oxygen
Many chemical disinfectant manufacturers try to strike the difficult balance
between the safety and the efficacy of their products. It is easy to create a
disinfectant that will kill pathogens, however, that disinfectant may be harmful to
users and may not be environmentally responsible.
With OPTIM 33TB, there is no longer a need to compromise on efficacy (contact
times), personal safety or environmental integrity.
AHP is a synergistic blend of commonly used ‘safe’ ingredients that when
combined with low levels of hydrogen peroxide dramatically increases its
germicidal potency and cleaning performance. AHP contains only those
ingredients listed on the U.S.A EPA inerts listing and the FDA GRAS (Generally
Regarded As Safe) listing which contribute to unsurpassed health, safety and
environmental sustainability. OPTIM 33TB carries no warning labels.
The benefits and efficacy of AHP have been validated by third party clinical
studies conducted by scientific organizations and third party researchers that are
recognized by government regulatory agencies in the United States, Canada and
other countries around the world.
The applications for AHP are numerous. Widely used in medical offices, it is also
commonly used in hospitals, long term care facilities, daycare centers, and other
environments.
For an uncompromisingly high standard of infection control, turn to OPTIM 33TB
to quickly and safely clean and disinfect.
To order OPTIM 33TB please call Promedical Inc (866)681.0944

We want to welcome Scican and its line of the fastest sterilizers in the world, the Statim 2000, Statim 5000 and Statim 7000.
“We are so happy to have Scican on board and we hope we can bring to our customers their technology because I am
sure they will save money by been able to have the fastest sterilization time. As always our commitment with
our custoemrs has been bringing the latest technology support them and be behind them”
said Mr Gus Vargas Promedical’s CEO in our first day of training for SciCan.