EndoNurse Magazine

Endoscopy

Endoscopy is the backbone of modern disease detection and includes several formats that are utilized throughout the body, incuding endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, gastroscopy, enteroscopy, esophogealgastroduodenoscopy (EGD, or upper endoscopy), endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), among others.

Airpal Receives Patent for Inflatable Patient-Positioning Systems

Airpal, a medical-device manufacturer headquartered in North Wales, Pa., has received notification of allowance from the U.S. Patent Office for its modular system of inflatable devices used to position patients for situations such as difficult airway management, ...More
February 21, 2011
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Cook Releases New Endoscopic-Ultrasound Histology Needle

A new histology needle for endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) from Cook Medical is now on the market, giving physicians the ability to retrieve tissue samples from hard-to-reach regions within or adjacent to the GI tract with a minimally invasive procedure. The EchoTip® ProCore™ ...More
February 17, 2011
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Balanced Propofol Vs. Conventional Sedation for GI Endoscopy

Researchers from Korea report that, compared with conventional sedation, balanced propofol sedation (BPS) using propofol in combination with midazolam and meperidine, provided higher health care provider satisfaction, better patient cooperation, and similar adverse event ...More
February 15, 2011
Posted in News, Procedures
Paper Outlines Disinfection and Cleaning of Reusable Medical Devices

A new, free white paper outlining the application of disinfection and cleaning validation requirements for reusable medical devices in line with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is now available from Microtest Laboratories. "Reusable Medical Device ...More
February 8, 2011
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Endoscope Repair, 101

Harvey Buxbaum, president of HMB Endoscopy Products, recently participated in an EndoNurse Q&A about endoscopy repair. For more than 20 years, HMB Endoscopy Products has provided new and pre-owned endoscopy equipment, repairs and accessories. Buxbaum believes that ...More
February 7, 2011
Posted in Articles, Industry Issues, Procedures
Fluorescent Peptides Help Nerves Glow in Surgery

Accidental damage to thin or buried nerves during surgery can have severe consequences, from chronic pain to permanent paralysis. Scientists at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine may have found a remedy: injectable fluorescent peptides that cause ...More
February 7, 2011
Posted in News, Procedures
Instrument Repair Q&A

Endoscopes are the backbone technology in the endoscopy clinic. Without them, the basic job of the department becomes nearly impossible. Special attention needs to be paid toward these important devices, which means regular maintenance, and, when necessary, repair. ...More
February 4, 2011
Posted in Articles, Industry Issues
Hospital Offers Robotic Surgery for Colorectal Cancer Patients

Missouri Baptist Medical Center now provides patients with a new, minimally invasive surgical treatment option for colorectal cancer—robotic surgery with the da Vinci®-S™ Surgical System. ...More
February 3, 2011
Posted in News, Disorders, Procedures
New Endo GIA-Curved Tip and Black Reloads with Tri-Staple Technology

Covidien, a provider of healthcare products, this week announced that its new Endo GIA™ curved tip and black reloads with Tri-Staple™ technology are available in limited release with a full U.S. roll out expected by mid-year. ...More
February 1, 2011
Posted in News, Industry Issues
Byrne Medical Releases Suction and Biopsy-Valve Kit

Byrne Medical, a company that provides disposable infection-control products, today announced the official release of DEFENDO® Single Use Air/Water, Suction and Biopsy Valve Kit. A proprietary addition to Byrne Medical's infection control solutions, this single-use kit is ...More
January 31, 2011
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures