Product Focus

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Synthetic tissue reinforcement

Synthetic tissue reinforcement GORE BIO-A Tissue Reinforcement is a matrix of open, highly interconnected pores created from biocompatible synthetic polymers that the body absorbs gradually. WL Gore claims this new synthetic material encourages tissue generation for soft-tissue reinforcement. All comparable products were biologics. Contact WL Gore at www.goremedical.com, or check here:
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Tissue ligating shears

Starion Instruments says its new, thirdgeneration Tissue Ligating Shears (TLS3) uses direct heat and pressure to simultaneously seal and divide soft tissue, reducing thermal spread and minimizing the risk of inadvertent collateral damage. The device can act as a dissector, grasper, cutter, and sealer. Contact Starion Instruments at www.starioninstruments.com, or check here:
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Infection-preventive dressing

3M Health Care recently launched 3M Tegaderm CHG (chlorhexidine gluconate) IV Securement Dressing. This transparent, antimicrobial dressing covers and protects catheter sites and secures devices to the skin. 3M Health Care says the clear gel pad allows continuous catheter-site visualization through a breathable, absorbable dressing. Contact 3M Health Care at http://solutions.3m.com, or check here:
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Antimicrobial IV connector

Baxter Healthcare introduced its V-Link Luer-activated device (LAD) with Vital-Shield protective coating, which it claims is the first needleless IV connector to contain an antimicrobial coating. Baxter says the coating will help prevent catheter-related bloodstream infections by specific common pathogens such as MRSA. Contact Baxter Healthcare Corp at www.baxter.com or click here:
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Multifunctional instrument

The new LigaSure Advance is a multifunctional laparoscopic instrument that offers surgeons fingertip control of both tissue fusion and monopolar dissection. Covidien claims this 5-mm hand-activated instrument reduces the need for instrument exchanges, thus increasing effi ciency. Contact Covidien at www.covidien.com or click here:
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Surgical simulator

Immersion Medical has a new module for its LaparoscopyVR surgical simulator that teaches suturing and knot-tying procedures, and needle-orientation and driving skills. Immersion says physics-based algorithms present realistic tool-tissue interactions. Contact Immersion Medical at www.immersion.com, or click here:
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Ring-style retractor

Omni-Tract Surgical recently presented its new Speed-Tract retractor system designed for surgeons who prefer a ring-style retractor. Omni-Tract says that the new retractor has several enhancements over competitive products: faster set-up, fewer parts, greater adjustability, and lighter weight, making transportation and handling easier. Contact Omni-Tract Surgical at www.omni-tract.com, or click here:
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