News and Notes

Nihon Kohden America, a global leader in precision medical products and services, has announced the release of the Life Scope G7 patient monitor into the U.S. market. Created by clinicians, for clinicians, the G7 is an advanced bedside monitor with 19-inch screen...

Encompass Group LLC recently announced all new Meta Scrubs with the M.A.M. (Meta Anti Mic) Antimicrobial Finish to help fight against bacteria. The M.A.M. finish helps reduce the presence of unwanted bacteria on the surface of the fabric.

Arthrex and Skytron announced a partnership to offer a broad array of total room solutions designed to address the future needs and challenges of operative care facilities.

Cohen Children’s Medical Center has announced the opening of the Pediatric Surgical Operating Complex, a $110 million, 24,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art home for pediatric surgery that greatly enhances the capabilities of New York state’s largest Level 1 pediatric trauma center, according to a news release.

MicroPort Navibot has received 510(K) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States for the SkyWalker System, the company’s first robot-assisted platform for orthopedic applications. SkyWalker will initially offer a robotically assisted total knee replacement solution that is compatible with the Evolution Medial-Pivot total knee system.

Findings from a new study published in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) suggest that a combination of betadine and silver colloidal gel are more effective than either material alone for inhibiting the growth of common infection-causing bacteria. The findings could help medical professionals better treat and prevent serious infections in large wounds, including burns.