Medical
Power Supplies Are Approved for BF-type Medical Apps
May 12, 2010 7:10 am | TDK-Lambda Americas, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTDK-Lambda’s NVM175 Series of medically approved AC-DC power supplies combine 4.5 kVAC reinforced input to output isolation with dual input fusing and an output-to-ground isolation of 1500 VAC. They meet UL/EN/IEC60601-1 and are suitable for
Teleflex Medical AQUA+FLEX Hygroscopic Condenser Humidifier (Catalog Number 1570): Recall
May 6, 2010 11:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsFlex tube may not fit securely within the endotracheal tube (ET) connector.
Retainer Clip for CompactFlash Provides Reliable Retention
May 5, 2010 7:26 am | 3M Electronics Solutions Division | Product Releases | CommentsA new device from the 3M Electronic Solutions Division provides reliable retention of CompactFlash Type I (CF I) and Type II (CF II) removable memory cards mated with 3M CF II card headers, helping to
6.5-inch Panel PC Operates In Extended Temperature Applications
May 5, 2010 7:07 am | Product Releases | CommentsWinSystems’ PPC3-G-6.5 is a 6.5-inch open frame, color flat panel PC based upon a PC-104-Plus single board computer (SBC) that operates from -20° to +70°C. The ready-to-mount flat panel display subsystem also includes a resistive touch screen integrated into a chassis approximately 2 inches thick. The open frame chassis (without a front bezel) permits
Vivitrol (naltrexone for extended-release injectable suspension): Medication Guide Required for Patients
May 4, 2010 10:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsPatients to be informed of risk of severe injection site reactions.
Baxter Colleague Infusion Pumps: FDA Ordering Recall
May 4, 2010 6:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsAction based on failure to correct serious problems with infusion pumps.
GnRH Agonists: Safety Review of Drug Class Used to Treat Prostate Cancer
May 3, 2010 10:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsPossible increased risk of diabetes and certain cardiovascular diseases.
Vita Breath Dietary Supplement
May 3, 2010 8:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsConsumers warned not to use product because it may contain hazardous levels of lead.
Panel PC Series for HMI Apps Includes 6.5- and 15-inch Touch Screens
May 3, 2010 7:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsVIA Technologies announced additions to its VIA VIPRO range of fanless touch screen panel PCs with the 6.5-inch VIA VIPRO VP7806 and 15-inch VIA VIPRO VP7815. Created using the flexible and modular Em-ITX form factor, these VIA VIPRO panel PCs are suitable for
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Over-the-Counter Infants’ and Children’s Products: Recall
April 30, 2010 8:20 pm | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsCertain over-the-counter Children’s and Infants’ liquid products may not meet required quality standards.
Wireless Sensor Platform for Hospitals Uses Virtualization Technology
April 28, 2010 8:34 am | News | CommentsLynuxWorks, Inc. has combined efforts with Portwell, Inc. to deliver a proof-of-concept (PoC) wireless sensor platform for hospitals based on Intel technology. When monitoring vital signs (such as EKG and blood oxygenation) during a
Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators - Powerheart, Cardiovive, NK, Responder models: Class I Recall
April 28, 2010 5:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsUPDATED 04/27/2010. FDA’s review of updated software indicates that it detects some but not all electrical component defects. Originally posted 03/08/2010
LCD Touts High Color Saturation, Fast Response Time
April 27, 2010 3:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsLumex announced the launch of its InfoVue FSC (Field Sequential Color) family of color alphanumeric LCD displays for monochromatic devices looking to transition to color. These LCDs, compatible with standard LCD drivers, feature
Coviden Initiates Voluntary Recall of Certain Shiley™ Tracheostomy Tubes
April 24, 2010 6:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsRecall due to the product’s cuff not holding air as a result of leaks in the pilot balloon inflation assembly.
LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator by Physio-Control Inc.
April 22, 2010 12:20 pm | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsClass I Recall issued because of the potential for the device to expectedly power off and/or power on.
Circular Connectors Enable Overmold Strain Relief Options
April 21, 2010 1:13 pm | Product Releases | CommentsHirose Electric Co. has expanded its popular HR30 Circular Connector Series by developing an option that accepts a user-specified over-molded strain relief. The over-mold feature is ideal for demanding applications that require durability and environmental protection, in a cost effective package.
Propylthiouracil
April 21, 2010 11:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | Comments[Updated 04/21/2010] FDA added a Boxed Warning to the label for propylthiouracil,to include information about reports of severe liver injury and acute liver failure, some of which have been fatal, in adult and pediatric patients.
Data Acquisition and Display Station Is Optimized for Pharmaceutical Apps
April 15, 2010 6:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsYokogawa’s DXAdvanced R4 has been added to the company’s DAQSTATION family data acquisition and display stations. Standard high capacity memory and a new option for stringent pharmaceutical applications are new features. The Advanced Security option delivers
Optocouplers Protect Patients, Operators Using Medical Equipment
April 15, 2010 6:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsOptocouplers are used in many industries to isolate an electrical signal between two elements of a circuit. There are many situations where signals and data need to be transferred from one system to another within a piece of electronic equipment without making a direct electrical connection.
Biocompatible Materials Drive the Success of Implantable Medical Devices
April 15, 2010 5:11 am | by Tom Kannally, Hypertronics Medical Industry Manager | Articles | CommentsThe market for implantable medical devices is estimated at over $40 billion. The recent growth is spurred from significant contributions by the semiconductor industry where new chip technologies revolutionize health care treatments.
100 W to 150 W Power Supplies Are Medical andd ITE Safety Certified
April 14, 2010 6:57 am | TDK-Lambda Americas, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTDK-Lambda has unveiled its latest addition to its line of AC-DC medical and ITE (Information Technology Equipment) power supplies. The new single-output CSS150 100-W to150-W supplies accept a wide AC input range, have a low profile of 1.3” and a footprint of 3” x 5”, making them suitable for
Russia Performs Total Artificial Heart Implant
April 8, 2010 9:57 am | News | CommentsThe Bakoulev Scientific Center for Cardiovascular Surgery (BSCCS) in Moscow performed Russia’s first implant of the SynCardia temporary CardioWest Total Artificial Heart. The patient, a 60-year-old female suffering from biventricular heart failure, is the world’s 850th recipient of the Total Artificial Heart.
Camolyn eye drops, Fisiolin nasal drops: Voluntary recall due to non-sterility
April 7, 2010 12:20 pm | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsLack of sterile product has the potential to cause infections.
Heparin: Change in Reference Standard
April 7, 2010 8:20 am | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsNew studies reinforce FDA’s previous recommendation for healthcare professionals to exercise clinical judgment in determining the dose of heparin for a patient.
Stud Capsule For Men: Product contains Undeclared Drug Ingredient
April 6, 2010 7:20 pm | by FDA MedWatch | News | CommentsProduct adulterated with sildenafil which may interact with nitrates to lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.
