News and Notes

Cook Medical is introducing the first endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) needle in the U.S. that can acquire histological samples. The EchoTip ProCore Endobronchial Ultrasound Needle gives physicians the ability to retrieve cell and tissue samples from lymph nodes or...

Biosense Webster Inc. has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its ThermoCool SmartTouch catheter. It is the first therapeutic catheter approved in the U.S. that enables direct and real-time measurement of contact force during catheter...

Innovative Medical Products has designed the X-Ray Cassette Holder to hold an X-ray cassette allowing the surgeon to take intra-operative X-rays. The product is for use with IMP’s Universal Lateral Positioner that provides stable, lateral positioning for patients...

Covidien has announced that its Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator has received European Economic Area (EEA) CE Mark approval. The new acute care ventilator from Covidien helps enable patients to breathe more naturally through innovative breath technology. The Puritan...

Megadyne Medical Products has unveiled new E-Z Clean Precision blade electrodes. The design features a smaller blade width than standard electrosurgical tips allowing for reduced power settings and increased control to maneuver in small spaces, with minimal risk of...

Kimberly-Clark and Novation has announced that for the first time in the history of the Kleenex brand, Kimberly-Clark is offering its complete line of hand-hygiene products via an exclusive contract through NOVAPLUS. The new five-year agreement represents the first...