Introduction A suction machine clinically known as an aspirator is a device that is used to remove an obstruction in the patient’s airways. It is critical that the patient has a clear airway at all times whether during the surgery or otherwise. An obstruction in the airways interferes with the medical procedure and can be life-threatening. It is imperative to remove the obstruction that is in the form of mucous, blood, saliva, secretions, and...
Neurosurgery is one of the most important medical fields and one which requires the most finesse. So it is important to have a skilled neurosurgeon (or be one, in case you are interested in it), but equally important it is to possess the right tools that enable a neurosurgeon to perform their task with the level of accuracy required. Your skills and experience decides how you want to approach a neurosurgery. But as it...
India is a country with numerous medical establishments all scattered across and many cities. Some of the facilities are well connected with manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors as they are located in metro and tier 1 cities. Due to established distribution and transportation routes in these cities, healthcare centers receive a consistent and steady supply of their essential medical supplies. However, the case is not the same for the hospitals in tier 2, 3 cities,...
A ventilator is used for patients who need support to breathe. It is a life support device that is majorly used in hospitals but does not help in treating illnesses. The device has 4 specific uses: Provide oxygen to the lungs Remove carbon dioxide from the body as it can become toxic Assist patients to breathe easily Help patients overcome their breathing incapability A ventilator is used during surgeries where the patient is anesthetized....
A list of must-have medical equipment for hospitalsMedical establishments have to keep an all-inclusive supply of medical equipment to deal with various kinds of situations. Although there are different types of devices used for multiple procedures, medical facilities must have specific equipment that are commonly used for treatments and diagnosis for the majority of medical cases. They are as follows: Defibrillators: This medical equipment is mostly used during life-threatening emergencies where the patient is...
Durable medical equipment and their uses Durable medical equipment (DME) is any equipment which is used for rendering therapeutic benefits to patients who are suffering from certain diseases or illnesses. DMEs include medical equipment that are reusable and are suited to be used at home based on the doctor’s advice. Some of the durable medical equipment and their purpose of usage are as follows: Suction pump: This device is used during and after surgical...
How surgical instruments are sterilized Surgical instruments are the central components of surgical procedures. As these instruments are directly used on human bodies during surgeries, it is essential to keep them clean and sterilized. If not, it can lead to the spread of infections and diseases among doctors and patients. Some appropriate guidelines must be followed to sterilize surgical devices properly. These are as follows: After usage, the devices must be washed in running...
Medical supplies constitute the backbone of any medical procedure. Without the essential devices, healthcare facilities will not be able to render quality medical care to patients. There are various types of medical supplies ranging from small-sized electrocautery pencils to large-sized dialysis machines. For this reason, hospitals should keep a regular check on their inventory to schedule purchases accordingly. This will help them avoid instances of unavailability of medical supplies and devices. Although medical establishments...
Hospitals and medical service providers have to be efficient in order to administer the best possible care to their patients. For this, medical institutions should stock up appropriate medical supplies, such that it is readily available at their disposal. Hospitals and medical service providers have to be efficient in order to administer the best possible care to their patients. For this, medical institutions should stock up appropriate medical supplies, such that it is readily...
The medical equipment suppliers witnessed phenomenal growth in 2017. The existing market value is estimated to be $389 billion as MedTech mergers and acquisitions increased steeply by a whopping 178%. It is apparent that technology will play an instrumental role in the incremental growth and evolution of the medical equipment suppliers. According to Evaluate Research, the MedTech market alone is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% and hit $ 529 billion...
