BFW Inc.

AUGUST 1, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore the most important factors to consider when evaluating a Xenon light source versus an LED light source for surgical headlights – including illumination, consistency, safety, and longevity. Connect with BFW Heat Emission High-intensity illumination inevitably introduces the risk of high heat emission.

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Incision

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Patient safety is at stake. The Arch Nemesis: Surgical Site Infection Surgical site infection, or SSI, can probably be considered (to squeeze the last few drops out of this metaphor) the nemesis of the SPD … the ultimate villain to our SP superhero. Day in, day out, we do battle. 2017 Aug 1;152(8):784-791.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 24, 2024

Risks and Complications As with any surgical procedure, ACDF surgery carries some risks, including: Infection : Although rare, there is a risk of infection at the surgical site. SpecialtyCare’s Role in ACDF Surgery SpecialtyCare provides essential support services for surgical teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It plays a crucial role in the male Circumcision Kit , ensuring the safety and accuracy of the procedure while adhering to established medical standards and protocols. Mayo Surgical scissors are utilized to make incisions during the circumcision process, ensuring clean and accurate cuts while minimizing the risk of unintended injuries.

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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 11, 2021

So it should come as no surprise that — in a study of surgeons in low-resource settings — an incredible 80% reported that the quality of their surgical lights represents a patient safety risk. Usually, these lights can be adjusted to enable surgeons to direct light to the surgical site. Con: Distances of up to 1.2

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Incision

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Work in the OR involves highly adaptive and task-focused collaboration between team members, often around safety-critical protocols and sophisticated equipment; intuitively, it makes sense that a history of working together would be helpful. vs 10.0%), longer operative times, and a longer hospital stay.

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Blickman Industries

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Also, it increases hospital length stay, mortality rates, ICU time, and surgical site infections. Promote Patient Safety Promoting patient safety is among the priorities of contemporary healthcare. They offer ways to enhance patients' experiences in health organizations while guaranteeing their safety.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With the ability to view the surgical site and follow the procedure in real-time, OR team members can strengthen care coordination by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, as well as the timing of their next task.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Patient safety should be at the top of everyone’s priority list, and when everything is viewed through that lens, then we realize that every department assisting surgical services adds value and should be given the proper consideration for how they affect our patient outcomes. I’m not saying that making money is bad.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Telesurgery has become especially popular during the COVID-19 outbreak, and a world report from the Journal of Robotic Surgery shows that COVID-related safety measures may need to remain in place for the foreseeable future. Video-Enabled Surgical Headlights For surgeons, visibility is essential. In the U.S.,

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OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

Asking who, what, why, when, where, and how—otherwise known as the “5 Ws and an H”— is a time-tested way for writers and researchers to ensure comprehensive coverage of any topic. Here, we apply this More » The post Water quality: 5 Ws and an H for sterile processing pros appeared first on OR Manager.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 9, 2023

The Markham- Meyerding retractor is particularly valuable in procedures such as spinal decompression , fusion, and instrumentation , where maintaining clear visibility of the surgical site is paramount for successful outcomes.

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OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

For many in the healthcare industry, imagining surgery without onsite sterile processing seems unthinkable. Then again, performing total joints in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) was unthinkable 10 years More » The post Offsite sterilization fuels onsite efficiency for lean ASCs appeared first on OR Manager.

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OR Manager

JUNE 23, 2024

Reforming instrument reprocessing practices does not always end with the main sterile processing department (SPD). Holding clinics to the same standard adds to the challenge, whether they are associated with More » The post Scaling standards from sterile processing department to clinic appeared first on OR Manager.

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BFW Inc.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The uniform light pattern eliminates shadows and provides a clear, clean view of the surgical field. Safety – Hygiene Unlike other headlights that direct air flow through the optic and out over the surgical site, the Daymark Victory is designed to direct airflow up and away from the surgical site, the patient, and the surgeon. Portability (..)

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JANUARY 8, 2024

In the operating room (OR), teamwork is crucial for ensuring patient safety. Research has consistently indicated that distractions from excessive noise can hinder the OR team’s focus, potentially undermining their execution of sterile practices, thus increasing the risk of surgical site infections.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The surgeon intends to supplement your intravenous (IV) sedation with local anesthetic at the surgical site. You tell him he can be sedated and relaxed for an awake intubation, but you cannot administer general anesthetic prior to his intubation, for safety reasons.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JUNE 2, 2021

The advantages of N2O are that it is inexpensive, it wears off quickly, and it has a reliable safety record. There are several ways this can be done: Local infiltration of the anesthetic into the skin incision, into the joint if you’ve had an arthroscopy, or into the tissues surrounding the surgical site.

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MEDITEK

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

SLD’s mission is to use innovative technology to eliminate healthcare harm, reduce site infections in patients and increase safety for all operating room staff. Before he founded SLD, Kevin was one of the main innovators for the first-generation launch of operating room cleaning technology.

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Symmetry Surgical

JUNE 6, 2016

The return electrode must be placed on the side of the body opposite the surgical site, at a location between the patient’s implant and the point of surgery. The grounding or return pad must be placed as far away from the pacemaker or ICD as possible.

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