Hologic Inc. received FDA marketing clearance to use information from the Hologic Discovery Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) system as a predictor of coronary heart disease, stroke and other forms of cardiovascular disease. The new indication, visualization of Abdominal Aortic Calcification (AAC), targets the No. 1 cause of morbidity and mortality in older women and men — heart disease and stroke.

Siemens Medical Solutions has introduced syngo BLADE, the newest TIM (Total Imaging Matrix) technology-powered MRI software. The technology is capable of imaging in neurological and orthopedic procedures. In cases of severe movement, syngo BLADE motion correction application allows facilities to increase patient throughput and decrease costs.

GE Healthcare has introduced the Lunar Prodigy Primo, a new performance bone mineral density (BMD) system designed to help doctors detect and diagnose osteoporosis.

The MADgic laryngo-tracheal mucosal atomization device consists of a small atomizing tip at the end of an 8.5-inch long flexible applicator that is used for dispensing topical medications to the nose, mouth, throat, hypopharynx, larynx and trachea in a fine, gentle mist. MADgic is an airway device for delivering topical anesthetics prior to difficult/awake intubations, bronchoscopy, TEE and endoscopy.

A safe, easy to program and reliable pain pump, the Curlin Medical PainSmart Pain Management Pump is designed for versatility and accurate delivery of pain meds at low flow rates, making it ideal for PCA and PCEA.
Mandatory verification on repeat narcotic doses enhances patient safety and staff confidence, while available CMS software allows download of scripts from PDA to pump.

The EC2060 is a single chamber, dual door warming cabinet with a capacity of 20.6 cubic feet. Touch keypad control can be set as high as 200 degrees Fahrenheit – up to 50 degrees warmer than most other warmers – keeping blankets warmer longer.
A pass-through option with window doors on both sides of the unit, the warmer can be built through a wall and is ideal in situations where available space is at a premium. Warmers include glass doors for inventory at-a-glance, locking casters, rugged hinges and latches as well as heavy-duty stainless steel construction.

Two new, universal thermal pads that enable rapid application of temperature management and greater flexibility in pad placement on patients are available with the Kimberly-Clark Patient Warming System.

MEDRAD has received FDA clearance for use of its Continuum MR infusion system in MR environments up to and including 3.0T. The new FDA clearance enables clinicians working in the latest 3.0T environments to infuse medications, sedatives and other drugs while benefiting from Continuum’s dose enhancements.

Products of interest being featured at ASA 2006 include KIP (Kohrman Injection Phantom) for needle placement training and skill maintenance. KIP simulates the human for tissue and bone density. When it is under the fluoroscope, KIP’s images look like a healthy person. KIP replaces cadavers and there are no biohazards associated with its use. KIP is excellent for use in educational settings, as it can be used repeatedly without degradation.

Tucked away in the northwest corner of Georgia is the town of Rome, home to four colleges, friendly locals and Redmond Regional Medical Center, a distinguished 230-bed hospital with one of the busiest cardiovascular programs in the region.
While Rome itself has only about 36,000 residents, the town is situated in the center of a triangle formed by Atlanta to the south, Birmingham, AL, to the west, and Chattanooga, TN, to the north. As a result, Redmond Regional Medical Center, an HCA facility, serves a six-county area that encompasses nearly 300,000 people.

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