Category: Diagnostics & Testing

Diagnostics & Testing

Olympus Launches Slim EBUS Bronchoscope

The new slim 5.9 mm diameter endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) device is designed to access and sample tissue from hard-to-reach areas of the lungs.

Diagnostics & Testing

Rapid Test for COPD Exacerbations Begins Study

ProAxsis and Imperial College London are investigating the NEATstik test, which detects active neutrophil elastase (NE) in sputum samples.

Diagnostics & Testing

Cryosurgical System for Bronchoscopic Applications Used in First Human Cases

Cryocision flexible cryocatheter system is the first console-free and wholly single-use flexible cryosurgical system for bronchoscopic applications available in the US and Canada.

Diagnostics

Smart Biopsy Tool Technology Improves Lung Cancer Detection

A smart sensor integrated into a biopsy device helps clinicians identify cancerous tissue in real time to improve diagnostic results.

Testing

Rapid Sepsis Testing Could Save 36,000 US Lives Annually

A new analysis shows that early use of rapid testing for bloodstream infections reduces sepsis progression and healthcare expenses.

Training

University of Cincinnati Bachelor & Master Degrees in Respiratory Therapy

The University of Cincinnati programs provide registered respiratory therapists with paths toward leadership, management, and educator roles through flexible online coursework.