Minne Ties Agile MMF (pronounced Minn-ee Ties) from Innovia Medical is a new and entirely non-invasive jaw-fixation device that eliminates the need for wires, bone screws and arch bars. Wires notoriously cause collateral damage to patients’ gums and teeth while posing serious risk to surgeons by exposing them to blood-borne infections. The “zip-tie” mechanism of Minne Ties makes jaw surgery more comfortable for patients and safer for surgeons. Minnie Ties is packaged sterile to allow for quick procedures in both surgical and non-surgical settings and takes just 12 minutes to apply, without sedation vs. 54.3 minutes for arch bars. The method is also cost-effective due to significantly reduced operating time.
Tabletop controlled substance management
CUBEX’s Medbank Medical Solutions’ Mini and Tower manages controlled substances for healthcare facilities and institutional pharmacies looking to reduce the regulatory and financial risks associated with controlled-substance management. The MedBank Mini and Tower offer automated, DEA- compliant safeguards for storage of controlled substances and other medications, alongside bi-directional integration with pharmacy information management and electronic medical records systems. The compact, ergonomic design manages meds and supplies in one footprint, streamlining clinical workflow. Cabinets are custom configurable and adjustable, providing flexibility for formulary changes without having to swap drawers or reconfigure. The devices feature next-generation Smart CUBIE technology; tamper-evident pockets that allow for secure transport and restock verification between servicing pharmacies and facilities.
The DyeVert PLUS Contrast Reduction System from Osprey Medical, Inc. is a dye management solution that optimizes procedures for coronary angiography patients at-risk for kidney injury, including those with moderate and severe chronic kidney disease, diabetes, old age, and heart failure. Easy to use and incorporate into common cath-lab procedures, DyeVert PLUS reduces dye delivery to the patient without impacting image quality, with clinical results showing over 40 percent average reduction in contrast dosage injected to the patient. The module, smart-syringe and monitor wirelessly communicate real-time contrast monitoring throughout each procedure.
The SENTIO MMG, recently acquired by DePuy Synthes, is a digital mechanomyography platform designed to assess nerve status and identify and avoid peripheral nerves during spine surgery. SENTIO MMG enables motor nerve monitoring for a variety of spine procedures, including non-fusion procedures such as discectomy and both minimally invasive (MIS) and open spinal fusion surgery. The touchscreen tablet, control unit, probes, and smart sensors can be set up by surgical personnel with a minimal footprint in the operating room and it provides real-time feedback directly to the surgeon on nerve location in the form of visual and audible alerts.
Vapotherm’s Hi-VNI technology system is the first mask-free alternative for treating respiratory distress via a nasal cannula instead of a tight-fitting mask. The technology is incorporated into Vapotherm’s Precision Flow Hi-VNI system and prevents treatment failure due to mask intolerance, which occurs 33 percent of the time. High velocity flows deliver optimal breathing gas to the patient and flush the upper airway of carbon dioxide even when the patient is breathing fast. Hospitals using the technology as front-line care – particularly in the emergency department – are experiencing reduced ICU admissions and ICU length of stay.
Real-time healthcare communication app
The free DocClocker app is for patients and family members to download on iPhone and Android devices in order to receive OR updates from customized iPads in operating rooms anywhere in the world. It can also help users find facilities, see real-time, accurate updates on wait times, have access to doctor’s notes and more. HIPPA compliant, the 256 bit encrypted technology ensures PHI is kept safe. Administrators receive robust analytics that collect information similar to patient tracking software. Hospital systems can use the DOC-OR technology to improve appointment scheduling, increase HCAHPS scores, maintain competitiveness in their local markets, and improve reputation.
