A home for your scopes

Three new small-diameter Scope Cabinets are now available from InnerSpace Corp.: two freestanding models and one wall-mounted model. The cabinets are ideal for storing up to five bronchoscopes, cystoscopes, ureteroscopes, and other small-diameter, flexible endoscopes. Scope managers feature a contoured rear cavity to cradle and protect the scope's fiberoptic bundle and a soft overmolded substrate to cushion the scope body. Connector managers hold the scope's light source connector assembly. An optional electronic, keyless entry eliminates the need for keys and encourages lock compliance. A top-mounted air ventilation system is another available option. The system automatically activates when the door is closed, providing increased ventilation and reduced humidity levels.

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Silver solutions

Swiss-American Products introduces Elta SilverGel, an advanced ionic-silver wound gel that offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection for a wide range of wounds, including pressure ulcers, skin grafts, and donor sites. The gel forms a coating within the wound bed, with sustained and effective silver ion release for more than 3 days. And its clear appearance allows clinicians to see through the gel to the wound bed, which is especially beneficial when dealing with burn wounds, according to the manufacturer.

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Gentle and fresh

New from Birchwood Laboratories: B-SURE Perineal Wash and B-SURE Odor Eliminator. Containing aloe and glycerin to sooth sensitive skin, the perineal wash is a pH-balanced, gentle, and effective alternative to soap and water that's safe to use as an allover skin cleanser. The no-rinse solution is indicated for cleansing the perineal area of fecal matter and urine due to incontinence.

The odor eliminator works on contact to destroy airborne odors at their source by neutralizing rather than masking them, leaving a light, fresh scent. It may be sprayed in the air, around toilets, and on bed linens, carpeting, urinals, and bathroom walls.

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Wonder bra

Dale Medical Products, Inc., introduces its Post-Surgical Bra for use after a variety of procedures, such as mastectomy, lumpectomy, biopsy, and breast reduction or reconstruction. Constructed of a latex-free stretch knit fabric that provides the proper compression and support, the bra securely and comfortably holds dressings in place while letting the surgical site breathe. Available in six sizes (small to XXXL), it features a hook-and-loop front closure to facilitate dressing changes and can be worn as a leisure or sleep bra, replacing elasticized bandages, T-shirts, or sports bras.

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The safer, the better

Children's Medical Ventures offers a new line of Oral Syringes as part of its safety solution products line for neonatal intensive care and pediatric ICUs. Developed to help reduce feeding and medication mix-ups, these syringes come in a variety of sizes (1 mL, 5 mL, 10 mL, 20 mL, 30 mL, and 60 mL) and feature a highly visible "oral dispenser" label, a bright orange tip that distinguishes them from medication syringes, and a connector that won't securely attach to a standard luer-lock connector. And because standard 1-mL syringes are commonly used to administer medication, the Children's Medical Ventures 1-mL oral syringe is a noticeable amber color and labeled "for oral use only."

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Designed with kids in mind

Also new from Dale Medical Products, Inc., is its line of PediPrints Tracheostomy Tube Holders designed for babies, kids, and teens. Functional and comfortable, these latex-free, moisture-repellent neckbands feature printed designs (PediDucks, PediStars, and Blue designs), fastener tabs that fit easily into the flange of any size tracheostomy tube, and a rounded hook-and-loop back tab fastener for a snug fit. PediDucks neckbands are 3/4-inch (1.9-cm) wide; neckbands featuring the PediStars and Blue designs are 1-inch (2.5-cm) wide. Fitting all brands of tracheostomy tubes, these neckbands help prevent accidental dislodgment or displacement while offering an attractive alternative to the standard tube holder.

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