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GORE® Carotid Stent
The FDA has approved the GORE® Carotid Stent for market. The stent is designed to re-open narrowed regions of the carotid arteries in the neck that supply blood to the brain. Made of nickel-titanium alloy (nitinol) tubing laser-cut into a mesh shape, the stent is placed in the body with a tube in the leg then advanced up to the neck. The GORE® Carotid Stent is intended to be used with the GORE® Embolic Filter in patients who have had a recent stroke and have a moderate blockage of at least 50 per cent of the blood vessels of the neck, have a high likelihood of complications due to other medical problems, or have large blockages (80 per cent or more) of the vessels in the neck. The stent opens blockages to prevent future strokes, but should not be used in patients who: • Are allergic to nitinol or heparin, • Have blockages at the beginning of the neck artery, • Cannot take blood thinners or have bleeding disorders, • Have other problems that may prevent the GORE® Embolic Filter from being placed properly, or • Have problems that prevent the GORE® Carotid Stent catheter from getting to the blockage. https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ DeviceApprovalsandClearances/Recently-ApprovedDevices/ucm626637.htm
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Biological safety cabinets
New biological safety cabinets from the biomedical division of Panasonic Healthcare (PHCbi) have completed PHCbi’s life sciences product line up. Safety is ensured through PHCbi’s laminar airflow control system which includes a specially designed electronically commutated high efficiency motor with speed control. The blower in the cabinets was strategically chosen to provide proper face velocity while compensating for filter loading and voltage variations resulting in consistent distribution of downflow air to prevent uneven filter loading. Biological safety cabinets by PHCbi are ideal for moderate risk hazard areas in research, drug preparation and product operation. Energy saving cell culture hoods operate at a lower speed when night mode is enabled, allowing for energy conservation while maintaining containment. PHCbi biological safety cabinet features include: • Five-year parts and labour warranty, • Compliant with NSF/ANSI 49 UL/UL-C, • Ringback warnings on airflow and sash opening arms, • Ergonomic design for easy accessibility to the work area, • Ability to accommodate a variety of decontamination processes, • Front filter removal for easy filter exchange by certified technicians, and • Eye level microprocessor with digital display for control over all functions. https://www.phchd.com
New PolarSafe® EVA ice buckets and pans provide mess-free benchtop cryogenic chilling. Made from EVA, a thick non-toxic foam, these buckets and pans don’t sweat or leak, making them perfect for use with ice, dry ice, liquid nitrogen, alcohol and saline solutions. Other features of PolarSafe®’s buckets and pans include: • A variety of sizes and colours, • Convenient pour spouts for easy use and cleanup, • Stackable construction for neat and compact storage, and • Ergonomic handles on the base and lids make them easy to use with cryogenic gloves. PolarSafe® buckets and pans are created by Cole-Parmer Canada, a leading global source of laboratory and industrial fluid handling products, instrumentation, equipment and supplies since 1955. https://www.coleparmer.ca/p/polarsafe-eva-ice-buckets/72830
MediBeacon’s transdermal GFR monitor
MediBeacon is providing a better way to track kidney function via its glomerular filtration rate (GFR) measurement system. The GFR monitor is a non-invasive monitoring technology that uses a light sensor placed on the skin (like pulse oximetry). The sensor works in conjunction with a proprietary biocompatible tracer to monitor real-time point of care kidney function, enabling earlier detection of renal issues and earlier, more effective treatments. The tracer agent (MB-102) is pyrazine-based small molecule and has been used as a tracer agent in animal studies with no adverse reactions for up to 300 times the estimated human dose. Patents have been executed or are pending by MediBeacon. A monitor of this nature optimizes kidney care while minimizing the risk of renal failure and the need for dialysis or transplant. Earlier release from hospital is also possible if renal function is shown to be normal via the GFR monitor even if serum creatine isn’t back to normal. https://www.medibeacon.com
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Boston Scientific’s SpyGlassTM
Carbon dioxide, a natural component of air, has been used in refrigeration since the 19th century. Because it occurs naturally in air in very large quantities, it doesn’t require a great amount of energy expenditure. It also has negligible greenhouse gas potential and doesn’t contribute to ozone depletion. The Unichiller CO2 is a one-RC_lab_new:Layout 1 12/19/2012 10:01 AM Page 1 hundred per cent environmentally friendly alternative to refrigerators that use conventional synthetic refrigerants. Working temperatures of the Unichiller are designed to be from -20 to +100º C. The touch-screen controller includes numerous professional functions required to perform demanding temperature control tasks. Other benefits of the Unichiller by Huber include high operational safety, very good energy efficiency and a non-flammable, non-toxic refrigerant. Because the Unichiller doesn’t contribute to greenhouse gases, it is considered a future-proof investment as it is not affected by the European Union fluorinated greenhouse gas emission legislation. https://www.manufacturingchemist.com/news/ article_page/New_circulating_cooler_with_CO2_ efrigerant/151319
Boston Scientific’s SpyGlassTM DS System may result in more efficient evaluation of the bile and pancreatic ducts by using high resolution imaging and therapy during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to target biopsies and fragment stones. In a clinical study of 289 patients, the use of SpyGlassTM altered 85 per cent of patients’ clinical management and cleared 95 per cent of patients’ stones, reducing the need for more invasive and costly procedures. Compared to traditional ERCP, use of the SpyGlassTM system may result in more efficient evaluation, help reduce the need for additional testing and repeat procedures, and enable patients to receive treatment sooner. http://www.bostonscientific.com
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Chromacity ultrafast laser systems
Chromacity announced the release of its Chromacity 520, an air-cooled ytterbium fibre-based laser that combines high power with ultrashort pulse durations. It is like the company’s flagship 1040nm laser but with double the frequency. The Chromacity 520 is more compact, easier to use and provides better reliability than other laser technologies. “As scientists seek to experiment at even deeper tissue levels, there is growing need for laser sources that operate in the visible spectrum, like the Chromacity 520,” said Shahida Imani, CEO of Chromacity. “This could be for the development of nanoparticles technologies, where some materials have significantly stronger absorption characteristics within this visible region, or in photodynamic therapy and multi-photon imaging, where the high energies associated with UV light can break down DNA and restrict cancer growth.” The Chromacity 520 has applications in life sciences, materials science, fundamental research and beyond and is suitable for integration with industrial systems and microscopy systems. Ongoing experiments at the University of Glasgow are already using the laser as a source for quantum entanglement of protons, demonstrating that it can provide the necessary output with a higher power and lower cost than alternatives. http://www.chromacitylasers.com/chromacity-introduces-new-ultrafast-lasersystems/
TactiCathTM contact force ablation catheter
Abbott has created an innovative solution for the treatment of atrial fibrillation: the TactiCathTM family of contact force ablation catheters. The TactiCathTM family includes the Sensor EnabledTM catheter and the Quartz ablation catheter. The Sensor EnabledTM ablation catheter is fully integrated with the EnSite PrecisionTM cardiac mapping system to provide procedural effectiveness and the TactiCathTM Quartz ablation catheter provides contact force measurements in real time. Both ablation catheters improve the ablation procedure by providing easy-to-understand measurements of the contact force applied between the catheter tip and the tissue surface. Abbott is leading the way with inventive designs to provide diagnostic options for the treatment and management of arrhythmias. The TactiCathTM Sensor EnabledTM ablation catheter is designed for effortless performance and comfortable usability. Its bi-directional handle provides additional reach as well as a unidirectional option. The handle shaft is designed to reduce the physical strain of use. https://www.cardiovascular.abbott/int/en/hcp/products/electrophysiology/ tacticath-family-of-contact-force-ablation-catheters.html
SharomixTM Amplify preservative solution
SharomixTM Amplify is patent pending preservative solution which overcomes the microbial contamination challenge of a mild, preservative-free solution. To achieve the best antimicrobial results, SharomixTM Amplify uses a combination of several preservatives. The results are a lower level of use in a finished product of approximately .5 per cent. The SharomixTM Amplify solution is also free of parabens, isothiazolinones and formaldehyde donors. It’s highly compatible in formulas as well as odor and colour free. http://www.sharon-labs.com/sharomix%E2%84%A2_amplify
Oval Gear flowmeters by Macnaught
Oval Gear flowmeters can be located off pumps, valves and U-bends with no loss in accuracy or repeatability. They can handle a wide range of fluid viscosity including epoxy, solvents, sealants, adhesives, resins, glycols, polymers, acids and bases, agricultural blends and seed coating. Macnaught flowmeters require minimal piping and are well suited for original equipment manufactured (OEM) designs, new installations or replacement of other devices. Designed for heavy duty industrial applications, Macnaught flowmeters are no match for vibration, dust and piping hammer atmospheres. Other features of Oval Gear flowmeters include: • Sizes ranging from 1/4 inch to 4 inches, • Flow ranges of .13 GPH to 317 GPM, • Low viscosity to 500,000 cps+, • Corrosion resistant and explosion proof options, • Available in aluminum, stainless steel, and PPS, and • Optional remote-control communication protocols. https://www.macnaughtusa.com
