Simulation training in Europe
In many countries, simulation training is well-established as a core part of training for doctors and medical personnel.
Medical technology
Futures: HIV self-monitoring
HIV/AIDS has reached pandemic proportions. 35 million people are infected. Given the situation of hard pressed general practitioners (GPs) today, as well as geographical and other difficulties (as in Africa, for example), a new device that will enable HIV patients to monitor their own health and the effectiveness of treatments, without visiting their doctors so often, is indeed promising.
The 15th Congress of SESAM (Society in Europe for Simulation Applied to Medicine)
Professor Wolfgang Heinrichs, of the AQAI Simulation Centre Mainz, Germany, notes that the 15th SESAM congress slogan "Europe-tradition and innovation in simulation", was born out by the choice of venue, the Mainz Simulation Centre was one of the first of its kind in Europe, and also hosted the 2000 SESAM congress.
Intra-operative radiotherapy advances
Intra-operative radiotherapy (IORT) using the Intrabeam system from Carl Zeiss has been confirmed as a new alternative to the current approach to radiotherapy for breast cancer, by scientists and physicians at a symposium on IORT technological developments held in Germany.
Partnership Model
10-year agreement with Philips Pioneer Healthcare Technology will provide Barcelona hospital with consistent access to leading imaging technology solutions, designed around its needs.
Toshiba Introduces New Multi-Detector CT Systems
Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces two advanced multi-detector CT systems, the Aquilion Premium edition and the Aquilion CX edition. The Aquilion Premium rounds out the company's CT portfolio to include a product with 160-detector rows and coverage up to 8 cm in a single rotation.
ulrich medical introduces new instrument for spinal surgery
By putting the obeliscPRO on the market, ulrich medical is launching the next generation of its proven obelisc vertebral body replacement system. With an expanded range of implants and more customized anatomical adjustment options, this new product from ulrich is a worthy successor to the previous version
Internetplattform telemedizin24.de - ideal für Ärzte und Patienten
Vom einstigen Förderprojekt und Bestandteil der Initiative eGesundheit.nrw hat sich das Informationsportal telemedizin24.de zur deutschlandweit führenden Anlaufstelle rund um die Telemedizin entwickelt. Die von der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Telemedizin ideell unterstützte Plattform richtet sich an Ärzte und Patienten mit Interesse an neuen Behandlungsoptionen ebenso wie an Dienstleister in…
The future is digital
At ECR healthcare manufacturers not only introduced the latest products, but also the future technologies and trends that will have an impact on the market in the coming years.
Reimbursement for new medical technologies
Olaf Winkler, Head of Department for Healthcare at BVMed, the German Medical Technology Association, outlines the obstacles that must be overcome to integrate medical technology into the standard hospital reimbursement system after successful studies and CE certification
Robots yes, but let's keep the patient in full focus
Surgeons using technology-supported surgical systems, e.g. lasers and robotics, are challenged not to lose sight of the human element, which influenced the theme Humanity through technology for the 126th Annual Congress of the German Society for Surgery (DGCH) held in Munich this April.
The 75th DGK Congress
In April, the 75th annual congress of the German Cardiac Society (DGK) was considered a great success, drawing in some 7,900 specialists.
Met at KIMES
During KIMES, Karoline Laarmann (European Hospital) met with Joong-Ho Lee, Senior Executive Vice President of the ultrasound systems manufacturer MEDISON, the Korean firm that entered the ultrasound market in the 1980s and quickly established a global reputation for innovative developments (e.g. the firm produced the first commercial real-time 3-D ultrasound scanner).
Intensity-modulated radiotherapy
IMRT is an evolving method of treatment for complex forms of cancer. Although patients benefit from treatment, a precise evaluation of that benefit and overall cost-effectiveness of the method is still an uncertain science. Mark Nicholls reports
A new instrument for mid-to-high volume labs
At Euromedlab (7-11 June, Austria), Beckman Coulter will demonstrate the new UniCel DxH 800 Coulter Cellular Analysis System.
EH@CMEF
Shenzhen, China - The China International Medicinal Equipment Fair (CMEF), held this April was founded in 1979. In its 30-year existence this bi-annual event (spring/autumn) has become the biggest exhibition of medical equipment, related products and services in the Asia-Pacific region.
Data management system automates ECG processing and storage
Agfa HealthCare has released the latest version of its IMPAX HeartStation, a comprehensive management system for electrocardiograms (ECGs). Built on standards-based architecture, the system supports most existing and new ECG devices, integrating easily with the legacy hospital and clinic IT infrastructure and ECG workflow, Agfa reports.
Ultrasound-MRI fusion imaging
Tissue removal is currently the only way to verify suspicious lesions in the prostate. It is also a key requirement before treating prostate carcinomas. The standard biopsy is performed with transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) to guide the needle in the right direction.
Radiologists and patients prefer CO2 insufflation
Many randomised trials have shown that endoscopic colonoscopies as well as virtual colonoscopies via CT scans are equally efficient in detecting colon polyps and tumours. With an endoscopic examination suspicious mucosal findings can be investigated by biopsy and polyps can be removed. However, causes for argument against this method include the incomplete examination, often severe pain and a…
Radiographers share expertise at ECR 2009
Although the majority of the 18,000 participants at ECR 2009 were radiologists, medical writer Rob Skelding reports that a specific session for radiographers was well attended. The event also underlined the value of their interpretive skills
Manipulating parahydrogen promises greater MR sensitivity
A new technology that dramatically improves the sensitivity of Magnetic Resonance techniques including those used in hospital scanners and chemistry laboratories has been developed by scientists at the University of York.
The Shenzhen Comen Medical Instruments Company
Founded in 2001, Shenzhen Comen Medical Instruments Co. Ltd. is one of the few Chinese firms to possess comprehensive core technologies for the manufacturing of monitors and medical diagnostic products.
Edan Instruments Incorporated
In the Forbes China report this year, Edan is not only listed in the ‘Top 200 Chinese Enterprise with the Best Growing Potential´ (ranking 17th), but also this unlisted company's rapid rise on the score table made it the Forbes China star, being named as the Best Mover of Year 2008.
Breast screening in Belgium
Not so long ago this country, of considerable linguistic division, was a split into three regions, referred to as Flemish (with five provinces), Walloon (with five provinces) and the Brussels Capital. Each has its own parliament, with governments responsible for their individual region's affairs; these include health. Dr Catherine Breucq, head of the Breast Imaging Department at Brussels…
Test for low fingertip temperature detects coronary plaque
Results of five clinical studies evaluating the predictive value of VENDYS, a new FDA-approved cardiovascular test, were presented at the 2009 Annual Scientific Sessions of the American College of Cardiology in Florida.
