Sentec/Percussionaire is recalling Phasitron breathing circuit kits after receiving a customer complaint that the venturi component of the kit may stop oscillating during use, resulting in patient oxygen desaturation, according to an FDA alert.
Sentec/Percussionaire is recalling Phasitron breathing circuit kits after receiving a customer complaint that the venturi component of the kit may stop oscillating during use, resulting in patient oxygen desaturation, according to an FDA alert.
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The device is intended to promote and improve bronchial drainage by using high-frequency oscillatory vibrations and intermittent negative pressure.
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Adherence to airway clearance therapy in the home is crucial for managing chronic lung conditions, but challenges like time constraints and lack of perceived benefit can hinder patient compliance. Experts offer strategies and new technologies to help improve patients’ adherence.
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Sentec/Percussionaire has updated use instructions for Phasitron 5 In-Line Valve to prevent accidental misuse of expiratory port plug.
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Baxter unveiled its next-generation Vest APX System, featuring patient-centered improvements for those with chronic lung conditions.
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Data shows that metered cryospray therapy with the investigational RejuvenAir System leads to airway remodeling and improved symptoms in chronic bronchitis patients.
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Baxter Healthcare Corp recalls certain Volara system single-patient use circuits and blue ventilator adapter assemblies due to disconnection risk that may prevent proper ventilation.
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A closer look at suction and secretion clearance devices from ABM Respiratory, Neotech, Precision Medical, Seoil Pacific, and Tactile Medical.
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RT’s 2024 Product Focus provides a detailed look at 72 of the newest medical devices, including 27 exclusive products not available in the print edition.
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The BiWaze Clear system by ABM Respiratory Care received expanded FDA indication for in-line ventilator use in acute care settings.
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has assigned a new, unique HCPCs code (E0468) exclusively to the React Health V+C Ventilator with Integrated Cough Assist Technology, according to a company announcement.
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In RT’s February-March 2024 issue, we cover mechanical ventilation strategies for treating patients with ARDS; aerosol delivery, oxygen therapy and resuscitation for neonates; and best practices for pediatric bronchoscopy.
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The use of the affected Phasitron kits may cause serious adverse health consequences, including lung injury, low blood pressure, collapsed lung, cardiac arrest, and death.
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Electromed Inc has entered into a distribution agreement with Marathon Medical Corp, a medical supply distribution company and service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB).
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In RT’s October-November 2023 issue we cover best practices for management of severe asthma; PICU capnography and pulse oximetry; and high-level pulmonary support in the NICU.
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Synthetic molecules allowed previously-blocked chloride ions to create 50% more mucus-clearing liquid in cystic fibrosis cells.
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Mercury Medical will be the exclusive US distributor for ABM Respiratory Care’s airway clearance therapy devices, the BiWaze Cough and BiWaze Clear.
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A new study finds that idrevloride in hypertonic saline is safe and associated with a significant improvement in lung function in individuals with primary ciliary dyskinesia when compared to hypertonic saline alone.
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Clinicians share best practices for implementing CFTR modulators in some of their youngest patients, while research explores their potential to lessen the burden of care.
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A closer look at suction and secretion clearance devices from Neotech, Philips/Respirtech, Seoil Pacific, and Tactile Medical.
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Physio-Assist developed and manufactures Simeox, a technology-enabled airway clearance device currently used outside of the United States to treat bronchiectasis.
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The company announced a voluntary field corrective action to address complaints of endobronchial combustion occurring when laser-compatible bronchoscopes are used during therapeutic procedures in combination with laser therapy equipment or argon plasma coagulation.
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RT’s 2023 Product Focus provides a detailed look at 42 of the newest medical devices, including 18 exclusive products not available in the print edition.
Read MoreIn this on-demand webinar from RT Magazine, a panel of respiratory care experts discussed effective and successful strategies for treating bronchiectasis.
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