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Critical Care

Hand Sanitizers Could Effect Alcohol Tests

Chronic use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers may have an unintended consequence - a false-positive screen for alcohol use. More...
24 May 2011

Improved Contrast Agent Protocols Eliminate New Cases of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis

A study revealed how one medical center implemented strict protocols for administering gadolinium-based contrast agents before imaging that resulted in the elimination of new cases for nephrogenic system fibrosis. More...
23 May 2011
Image: The 3M Clean-Trace Hygiene Management System (Photo courtesy of 3M Health Care).

Innovative Tool Helps Prevent Nosocomial Infections

A new means to monitor and manage the hygiene of hospital surfaces addresses factors that may contribute to healthcare-associated infections. More...
23 May 2011

Eliminating Pelvic Imaging Will Reduce Radiation Dose for Detecting Venous Thromboembolism

Pelvic imaging using CT scans are not necessary for diagnosing patients with venous thromboembolism and eliminating this exam can considerably reduce a patient's exposure to excessive radiation dose. More...
18 May 2011

Nonin Launches Low-Power OEM Pulse Oximeter

A new pulse oximeter offers a lower power draw and a broader voltage range to help medical monitoring manufacturers develop even smaller, lighter, and more portable monitoring devices. More...
18 May 2011

US FDA Pushes for Safer Reusable Medical Devices

In an effort to reduce the risk of disease transmission associated with reusable medical devices, the US FDA is collaborating with the University of Michigan on new standards and guidelines that highlight improved design features and cleaning techniques. More...
18 May 2011

Recommendations Provided on Appropriate Use of CT in Emergency Medicine

A US radiation protection agency has issued a summary of a workshop on the appropriate use of CT in emergency medicine, and a list of recommendations from participating organizations to help control the inappropriate use of CT in the emergency department. More...
16 May 2011
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