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Danger in the Dolomites (the Parnell Fund) The Parnell Fund raises funds for vital urology research at University College London Hospital (UCLH). The Fund was set up in 2009 by Neville Parnell and Jeremy Ockrim, Consultant Urological Surgeon of UCLH. The charity is committed to advancing the treatment and management of bladder conditions, whilst also raising public awareness of the bladder conditions that affect millions of people in the UK each year. The Parnell fund endeavours to break down the taboos surrounding urological conditions, encouraging people to seek help. Many fundraising events take place each year including an annual Quiz Night and Family Fun Day. The charity also runs an annual fund-raising challenge. The team members have conquered Mount Olympus in 2012 and Mount Etna in 2013. In 2014, the Parnell team took on the challenge to cycle through the Dolomite mountains to Venice over a period of four days to raise funds. Eleven team members managed the challenge,
Gepan®instill - latest updates In an independent review (Madersbacher, 2013) 0.2% chondroitin sulphate as used in Gepan®instill was shown to be the most effective treatment for GAG layer replenishment – a cornerstone in the therapy of Interstitial Cystitis (IC). Madersbacher noted that it has proven to be an effective treatment for Overactive Bladder (OAB), radiation cystitis, and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). In a clinical trial for OAB (Garuder-Burmester, 2009), Gepan®instill was shown to be more effective than Tolterodine Tartrate. Gepan®instill comes in an easy-to-use prefilled syringe and now has a new innovative tip with a connector which is compatible with multiple numbers of customary catheters, making adapters unnecessary.
This makes it even easier to use, which is especially convenient for patients who are selfinstilling at home. To arrange a meeting to discuss options, or for any other queries, see us at Stand F at UKCS in Aberdeen, or contact us with the details below.
For further information contact: Parnell Fund www.parnellfund.co.uk Justgiving: www.justgiving.com/Neville-Parnell/
ProveDye® is a new sterile solution of methylene blue from Proveblue® Methylene Blue compound
For further information contact: Purple Orchid Pharma Ltd T: 0844 415 2420 E: info@purpleorchidpharma.com www.purpleorchidpharma.com
New Erectile Dysfunction Treatment Renova, a non-invasive therapy, takes advantage of low-intensity shockwaves to promote local controlled angiogenesis
arriving in Venice mostly intact. The challenge was kindly sponsored by Vesica Urology and was a huge success, raising over £2000 for the Urology Unit. This year’s challenge is Monte Carlo or Bust! Cars filled with urologists could prove an even bigger challenge than previous years. Each car has a value of no more than £500, and must be piloted by the ten Parnell teams from University College London Hospital to Casino Royale, Monte Carlo within four days. To keep everyone on thier toes there will be several tasks to perform on route to ensure that no opportunities for embarrassment are missed... Thank you to all those that have supported the charity and continue to do so especially, Adrian English of Vesica Urology.
and significantly improve penile haemodynamics. The technology is a new modality in the treatment of ED patients. LSWT (Linear Shockwave Therapy) utilises a series of acoustic energy pulses. Renova is the only device on the market generating low intensity shockwaves which is specifically designed for ED treatment. Unlike other shockwave systems, Renova focuses the waves onto a linear segment conformal to the treated organ.
A treatment is delivered in several short sessions and is simple, non-invasive and pain-free. To date, no negative side-effects related to Renova treatment have been reported. The device will be on display in Madrid at the European Association of Urology (EAU) Congress, Booth H20, March 20-24, 2015. For further information contact: Direx Group T: +49 180 215 2152 E: info@direxgroup.com www.direxgroup.com/renova
ProveDye, Class IIa medical device, obtained a CE marking as a visualisation aid for surgical procedures such as the delineation of tissues and operative pieces, seal tests for sutures, detection of leaks and fistula detection. ProveDye can be used for nonspecific colouration during surgical procedures in areas such as urology, gynaecology, gastroenterology or ENT. It allows the visualisation of anatomical structures and anatomical disorders by colouration and helps to detect seals, leaks or fistula and to test sutures patency. ProveDye meets general and specialist surgeons’ needs in the mentioned domains. ProveDye is a solution of Proveblue (European Pharmacopeia compliant methylene blue dye). It will be launched in 2015 on the European market in packs of 5 ampoules of 2ml. For more information, refer to the instructions for use. For further information contact: Provepharm www.provepharm.com
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KARL STORZ IMAGE 1 SPIES™ Named Innovation of the Year by the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons The Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS), the largest society of minimally invasive or laparoscopic surgeons in North America and possibly the world, has named KARL STORZ IMAGE 1 SPIES™ as an Innovation of the Year for 2014. KARL STORZ provides innovative imaging solutions to enhance surgeons’ capabilities so they can deliver exceptional levels of patient care. The new IMAGE 1 SPIES™ system is the company’s latest solution to optimise the surgeon’s view of challenging anatomical areas during complex surgeries. In these days of “me too” products, this award clearly demonstrates that KARL STORZ is still very much an innovator, leading the field in imaging technology. Combined with new FULL HD three-chip camera heads, IMAGE 1 SPIES™ includes the CLARA, CHROMA and SPECTRA modes, which activate proprietary image enhancement algorithms to provide optimum image quality. SPIES CLARA™ ensures optimal illumination of the endoscopic image in all areas. Dark areas are brightened dynamically, with each pixel being compared to the luminance information from its surrounding environment and, where appropriate, brightened. In this way, dark areas and deeper structures can be optimally visualised. SPIES CHROMA® enhances the colour contrast, without altering the surgeon’s natural colour perception. Each pixel’s environment is analysed with regard to the spatial colour changes and is emphasised accordingly. Colour changes and structures are thus represented more clearly, with the borders between different tissue types becoming easier to define. SPIES CLARA™ and SPIES CHROMA® can be utilised together to optimise image quality. SPIES SPECTRA™ is designed to enhance
certain areas of the colour spectrum with a colour shift. With this information, and using only white light from a standard endoscopic light source, it can support the surgeon in tissue differentiation: the background appears green so blood vessels and capillaries are highlighted, while the surgeon maintains a large amount of natural colour perception. This year, KARL STORZ IMAGE 1 SPIES™ will evolve with additional camera heads, 3D FULL HD technology, more developments in spectral imaging and completely new technologies, all based on its modular design, which provides a sustainable and future-proof platform.
The surgical department at Southampton General Hospital recently updated their ultrasound equipment in laparoscopic and general surgery applications with the purchase of a Hitachi Aloka ProSound Alpha 6. The system together with a high resolution, dedicated intraoperative probe and state of the art laparoscopic probe ensures enhanced ultrasound visualisation during surgery.
An intermittent catheter with a completely no touch introduction sleeve which covers the full length of the catheter shaft. SafetyCat active is a gel coated catheter with the feel of a hydrophilic coating. Now available on Drug tariff in three lengths (male, female and paediatric) with the Ergothan tip for all lengths, and the Nelaton and Tiemann for the male length. SafetyCat Active offers all patient groups a very innovative ‘no touch’ product . There is no need to make any contact with the catheter directly. To find out more contact your nearest Territory Sales Manager via the details below. For further information contact: Teleflex T: +44 (0)1494 532761 E: info.uk@teleflex.com
GB Libra Sheath For further information contact: KARL STORZ Endoscopy Ltd T: +44 (0)1753 503500 E: info-uk@karlstorz.com www.karlstorz.com
Hitachi Aloka surgical ultrasound at Southampton General Hospital L-R: Mr Hassan Elberm, Consultant Hepatobiliary Surgeon; Marie Lyons, Clinical Applications Specialist, Hitachi Medical Systems UK Ltd
Teleflex launch a new no touch intermittent catheter - SafetyCat Active
Hitachi Aloka deliver a unique and dedicated range of surgical transducers designed exclusively for specialised intraoperative procedures from tumour localisation and staging, ablation, resection, biopsy through to robotic surgery. “Hitachi’s wide-ranging surgical probe selection and excellent image quality were the priority in our decision,” specified Mr Hassan Elberm, Consultant Hepatobiliary Surgeon whilst Mr Zaed Hamady, Consultant Hepatobiliary Surgeon highlighted how the “fantastic image quality will improve clinical working”.
GB Libra Sheath is available in a range of styles and sizes, offering the variety to ensure a suitable sheath is found to meet the patient’s needs. Manufactured using high grade, breathable silicone with a self-integrated, self-adhesive strip, the GB Libra Sheath is 100% latex free and allows for maximum comfort and skin integrity. The silicone of the GB Libra Sheath is malleable to provide a secure and comfortable fit to the penis whilst the universal design will allow connection to any brand of drainage bag. GB Libra Sheath come in Standard, Wide Band and Pop On styles, with a measuring guide and 30 hair protectors included in each box. Complimentary samples are available. For further information contact: Great Bear Healthcare T: +44 (0)800 055 6270 F: +44 (0)292 074 7018 www.greatbearhealthcare.co.uk
For further information contact: Hitachi Medical Systems UK Ltd. T: +44 (0)844 800 4294 F: +44 (0)1933 405859 E: welcome.uk@hitachi-medical-systems.com www.hitachi-medical-systems.co.uk
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Introducing EMTEVA, the world’s first environmentally friendly catheter Intermittent self catheterisation (ISC) catheter for females only. This catheter is manufactured from corn starch and is 100% biodegradable. The Emteva has a unique closing mechanism so the patient can decide in her own time when she is ready to void. This also has an innovative grip handle to help patients with poor manual dexterity. The Emteva is available on prescription, comes in discrete packaging, and is delivered to the
1 Wyndaele JJ, Maes D. Clean Intermittent self-catheterisation – a 12 year follow up. J Urol;413:906-8 2 Based on a male sustaining a SCI at 25 years, catheterising 5 times a day over his lifetime (55 years)
For further information contact: Hunter Urology T: +44 (0)1404 44088 E: enquiries@hunterurology.com www.hunterurology.com
Vesica Urology launch a new, discreet Female Mini 12cm catheter
Right from the Start Did you know that most complications associated with intermittent catheterisation start to become apparent after five years1? Wellspect HealthCare, manufacturers of LoFric and experts in ISC, are currently examining the importance of getting catheterisations Right from the Start and in doing so prevent associated trauma and damage. Thinking about the length of time it takes for this trauma to become evident, it is important to understand that the problem is not acute, one-off damage to the urethra, but wear and tear from repeated catheterisation over several years. Typically, someone catheterising five times a day will use2: • 150 catheters per month • 1,825 catheters per year • Over 100,000 catheters in a life time. And if you assume it takes on average one minute to empty the bladder then that’s: • 5 minutes of urethral contact per day • 30 hours of urethral contact per year • 69 days of urethral contact during lifetime. Most catheters claim to have a low friction coating which reduces trauma on insertion. However, maintaining the low-friction coating during catheterisation, not just on insertion, is a key principle in avoiding trauma. LoFric, the name coming from the term Low Friction, has a unique hydrophilic coating with balanced osmolality, meaning it will not dry out or fasten itself to the urethra. LoFric clinical heritage spans 31 years and 13,684 clinical trial patients which means that it’s proven and trusted. Find out more about the science of ISC by contacting us directly. Together, we can get it right from the start.
patient in lightweight bags of 30. Emteva is another innovative product from the Hunter Urology range. To receive your free sample or place an order please contact Hunter Urology.
OptiSmooth is an intermittent catheter with a super smooth hydrophilic coating. The coating activates within 30 seconds’ contact with water. OptiSmooth is available in the following three catheter lengths: Male 40cm, Female 18cm and now a very discreet Female Mini 12cm length. OptiSmooth requires additional water to be added. OptiSmooth has been developed as a high quality cost effective product competitively priced to save money for the NHS. Priced at £1.18 per catheter within the Drug Tariff. Innovative features include a thin catheter channel minimising the amount of water to be added. A removable information sticker to improve product traceability is incorporated on each product pack. For further information contact: Wellspect HealthCare T: +44 (0)800 652 3350 E: Karen.gordon-seed@wellspect.com www.lofric.co.uk
For further information contact: Vesica Urology Ltd T: +44 (0)1753 445087 F: + 44 (0)1753 447446 E: adrian@vesicaurology.com www.vesicaurology.com
Vision Sciences cystoscopes delight the team from Hemel Hempstead Hospital
The team: Joanne Reed, Rebekah Mostyn, Gladys Warner, Shekhar Marathe and Emily Judge
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Since receiving their Vision Sciences equipment, the cystoscopy waiting list at Hemel Hempstead is rapidly reducing. No longer are there delays waiting for reprocessing between patients. • Only one cystoscope is needed for an entire list • Sterile sheaths incorporate the working channel • The simple Endosheath technology protocol ensures the aseptic fitting and removing of sheaths • The risk of cross-infection is reduced
• Vision Sciences cystoscopes offer significant savings in capital costs, reprocessing costs, and staffing levels There are now 40 UK hospitals, ranging from small private hospitals to major teaching centres, using Vision Sciences cystoscopes and the number is steadily increasing. For further information contact: Genesis Medical Ltd T: +44 (0)208 451 4100 E: jo@genmedhealth.com www.genmedhealth.com
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VITAL COMPACT - now available iMEDicare are proud to announce the availability of the ALL NEW: Neurotech Vital COMPACT external NMES system for treating stress and urge urinary incontinence. A new dimension in continence care - VITAL can: 1) help patients with acute onset SUI (eg. postprostatectomy) get dry faster - quality of life choice. 2) help patients with chronic SUI who have failed with supervised PFT get dry without the need for invasive surgical intervention. COMPACT is the exciting new patient version of the VITAL concept for patient home use. It delivers effective incontinence treatment and pelvic floor rehabilitation without the need for an invasive probe. Easy to use as part
of your patient’s daily routine (30 minutes per day), Vital COMPACT delivers powerful muscle stimulation through electrodes integrated into comfortable externally worn garments, to help strengthen pelvic floor muscles. It reduces the symptoms of both stress and urge incontinence, helping both male and female patients to regain confidence and control faster. For further information contact: iMEDicare T: +44 (0)208 207 5627 E: Darren@iMEDicare.co.uk www.imedicare.co.uk
Prostate Cancer Research 2015/2016 - call for applications The Urology Foundation and the John Black Charitable Foundation have come together to issue a call for applications in prostate cancer research. A grant of up to £250,000 is available to support one research project. The award is for one to three years of full-time scientific basic laboratory research into the diagnostic, prognostic or predictive pathways of prostate cancer, and all research must be carried out in the United Kingdom or Ireland. The funders are also interested in the possibilities of such studies having commercial application, and a statement on the Intellectual Property process/policy in the institutions where the research is to be carried
out would be considered in the application assessment process. Successful scholars are required to supply the funders with a progress report to secure the final grant instalment. The deadline for applications is the 31st of March 2015.
urologists, urogynaecologists and gynaecologists to treat a variety of urologic and gynaecologic conditions. This business develops and manufactures devices for the treatment of such conditions as: • stress urinary incontinence, • pelvic floor reconstruction, and • other women’s health issues
With new TriCore Architecture, the bk3000 generates 3 times the information in every image and delivers a new level of speed and performance for urologists. • Ultra High Resolution Imaging and Doppler • Exceptional prostate imaging • Unique triplane transducer with simultaneous biplane and endfire imaging • Enhanced lesion targeting with Fusion guided biopsies • Premium kidney, bladder and testis imaging • Advanced technologies including elastography for assessing tissue stiffness
For further information contact: Boston Scientific T: +44 (0)1442 411600 E: Customerservice.uk@bsci.com www.bostonscientific.com, www.pelvic-floor-institute.com
For further information contact: bk Ultrasound (UK) T: +44 (0)1582 433710 F: +44 (0)1582 433716 E: info@uk.bkmed.com www.bkultrasound.com
For further information contact: The Urology Foundation T: +44 (0)20 7713 9538 www.theurologyfoundation.org
Boston Scientific – Always There Every day, Boston Scientific works to develop medical innovations in pelvic floor reconstruction, excessive uterine bleeding, and incontinence that may help women lead longer healthier lives. We’re pursuing new ideas in women’s health, and exploring new ways to apply them. We’re changing the way the world thinks about delivering healthcare for women. The women’s health business of Boston Scientific Corporation is a leading developer of medical technologies used by
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Vesica Urology develop Optismooth Mitro uncoated nelaton catheter with four drainage eyes* OptiSmooth Mitro is a very special catheter developed specially for bladder reconstructions such as the Mitrofanoff procedure, hence the name Mitro. It features four perfectly formed staggered drainage eyes. Mucus formation can often lead to blockage of the drainage eyes in these reconstructions. Unlike conventional two eyed catheters if one eye becomes blocked three remain clear leading to improved drainage and potentially reduced infections. The OptiSmooth Mitro is a cost effective product competitively www.urologynews.uk.com
priced at £1.28 within the Drug Tariff to save money for the NHS. A removable information sticker to improve product traceability is incorporated on each product pack. Available in 40cm & 50cm catheter lengths and 10-18ch sizes. For samples please see contact details. For further information contact: Vesica Urology Ltd T: +44 (0)1753 445087 F: + 44 (0)1753 447446 E: adrian@vesicaurology.com www.vesicaurology.com
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Derriford Hospital requires the best Urodynamic systems Ann, Kirsty, and Pia are delighted with their new Pico Smart urodynamic system. They Practitioner (in insert), commented: “The software is intuitive and easy Ann Waterfield, 06Ch 30cm 30 Urogynae Nurse to use, the reports are very clear and easy to read, 08Ch 30cm 30 Specialist and Pia and the new system offers much potential.” Sjoberg-Hawke, 10Ch 30cm 30 When they needed a new system for their Urogynae Nurse Assistant busy urodynamics clinic, systems from the most 08Ch 20cm 30 important companies in the field were evaluated 10Ch 20cm 30 but the Pico Smart from Genesis Medical was a 12Ch 20cm 30 clear winner. The Pico Smart is a compact and easy to use 14Ch 20cm 30 system that UROMA14 01-48_URO Multi Doc master 20/02/2014 16:50 Page 46covers the needs of those wanting 10Ch 40cm 30 12Ch 40cm 30 14Ch 40cm 30 16Ch 40cm 30
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just basic urodynamics as well as those requiring the most advanced features. One feature that is particularly useful is that report formats can be customised for different users, and test data is then automatically inserted into the reports. For further information contact: Genesis Medical Ltd T: +44 (0)208 451 4100 E: jo@genmedhealth.com www.genmedhealth.com
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