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CAS Medical Systems granted Japanese patent for LASER-SIGHT technology in FORE-SIGHT Oximeter

CAS Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that that the Japanese Patent Office has granted a new patent for the Company's LASER-SIGHT® technology used in the FORE-SIGHT® Oximeter.

13 Apr 2010

World first - newborn receives xenon gas in bid to prevent brain injury

In a world first, xenon gas has been successfully delivered to a newborn baby in a bid to prevent brain injury following a lack of oxygen at birth. This pioneering technique was developed by Professor Marianne Thoresen of the University of Bristol and carried out at St Michael’s Hospital, part of University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.

12 Apr 2010

Scientist develops SAMON system to diagnose apnea-hypopnea sleep syndrome

The sleep study or test is key for diagnosing apnea-hypopnea syndrome but, given its high cost, few resources are earmarked to it. Computer scientist at the University of the Basque Country, Mr Alfredo Burgos, has presented a thesis that aims to solve this problem.

9 Apr 2010

Blood levels of carbon dioxide may be linked to near death experiences after heart attack

Near death experiences have often been described as “seeing life flash before one’s eyes” or “intense feelings of joy and peace.” Now researchers claim that levels of Carbon Dioxide or CO2 may be the causal link for these sensations. They believe that the CO2 alters the levels of certain chemicals in the brain and makes it see lights at the ends of tunnels or dead loved ones.

9 Apr 2010

OSU-CG12 agent kills cancer cells through energy restriction: Study

Cancer cells grow so fast that they can outstrip their blood supply, leaving them short of oxygen. The cells then produce energy in a way that needs less oxygen but more sugar.

8 Apr 2010

Obstructive sleep apnea associated with increased risk of stroke in men

Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with an increased risk of stroke in middle-aged and older adults, especially men, according to new results from a landmark study supported by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health.

8 Apr 2010

Actual cost of blood 37% higher than previously estimated

A new blood transfusion cost analysis study published in the April 2010 issue of Transfusion, a peer-reviewed academic journal, shows that when all of the complex cost factors leading up to and after a red blood cell (RBC) transfusion are considered, the actual cost of blood is substantially higher than previously estimated.

7 Apr 2010

Measure of blood flow in lungs could help identify smokers at risk of emphysema

Using CT scans to measure blood flow in the lungs of people who smoke may offer a way to identify which smokers are most at risk of emphysema before the disease damages and eventually destroys areas of the lungs, according to a University of Iowa study.

7 Apr 2010

Reverse Medical signs strategic partnership agreement with Getz Bros.

Reverse Medical Corporation today announced it has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Getz Bros. & Company, Inc., for distribution of Reverse Medical devices throughout the Pacific Rim. Getz is an international marketing and medical distribution services company with over 50 offices in 24 countries around the world, and has an excellent reputation for global distribution.

7 Apr 2010

Many health care professionals not aware of health problems associated with mouth breathing

For some, the phrase "spring is in the air" is quite literal. When the winter snow melts and flowers bloom, pollen and other materials can wreak havoc on those suffering from seasonal allergies, usually causing a habit called "mouth breathing."

7 Apr 2010

CAIRE plans to close liquid oxygen therapy manufacturing operations in Plainfield: Chart Industries

Chart Industries, Inc., a leading independent global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment used in the production, storage and end-use of hydrocarbon and industrial gases, today announced that CAIRE, which operates under Chart's BioMedical segment, plans to close its liquid oxygen therapy manufacturing operations in Plainfield, Indiana and relocate the manufacturing and customer service operations to a facility close to existing operations in Canton, Georgia where it manufactures the same product line.

6 Apr 2010

Menstrual stem cells may help in treatment of stroke and central nervous system disorders

Cryo-Cell International, Inc. today announced results of a study published this month in the cover article of Stem Cells and Development showing that stem cells found in menstrual blood may one day be a potential source for stem cell therapies in stroke and other central nervous system disorders.

5 Apr 2010

Ingen Technologies's SMART Nasal Cannula to be featured at upcoming Las Vegas MedTrade convention

Ingen Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer of respiratory medical devices, recently announced today that the SMART Nasal Cannula is a featured new product at the upcoming MedTrade convention in Las Vegas from May 10 through May 13, 2010. The Las Vegas MedTrade convention is the largest home health care expo in the world. Ingen is an exhibitor and will be part of the New Product showcase at MedTrade. The SMART Nasal Cannula is the Next-Generation of cannulas that improve oxygen therapy and reduce expenditures.

5 Apr 2010

A1C test for diagnosing diabetes must be reevaluated: Journal of Diabetes

As a benchmark for diagnosing diabetes, the importance of the A1C test must be reevaluated to improve glycemic numeracy of policy makers, patients and providers - who must make real-world decisions. This is based on a commentary published by Wiley-Blackwell in the Journal of Diabetes.

5 Apr 2010

Inflammation has a role to play in premature births and brain injury: Sahlgrenska Academy thesis

Researchers have gone some way to explaining what happens during premature births and how brain injury develops in premature babies. New findings show that inflammation in both the amniotic fluid and the baby's brain has a role to play, reveals a thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy.

5 Apr 2010

Diabetic tests must be regulated

As a benchmark for diagnosing diabetes, the importance of the A1C test must be reevaluated to improve glycemic numeracy of policy makers, patients and providers – who must make real-world decisions. This is based on a commentary published by Wiley-Blackwell in the Journal of Diabetes.

5 Apr 2010

Therapeutic hypothermia helps save marathon cardiac arrest victim

Jay Yim, 21, had worked on improving his fitness since age 15. In preparation for this year's Los Angeles Marathon on March 21, the University of Southern California pre-med student had been training with a marathon club and regularly did 10-mile runs on his own.

3 Apr 2010

MinuteClinic launches health condition monitoring services for diabetes, asthma and high cholesterol patients

MinuteClinic, the largest provider of retail-based medical clinics in the United States, has introduced a series of convenient health condition monitoring services to help patients previously diagnosed with diabetes, asthma, high cholesterol and high blood pressure overcome the challenges of living with their conditions. Health condition monitoring is available at MinuteClinic locations in CVS/pharmacy stores in 20 states and the District of Columbia. MinuteClinic is the retail health care division of CVS Caremark (CVS).

2 Apr 2010

Gene therapy improve survival rates among heart attack patients

Gene therapy could be an effective way to improve survival rates among heart attack patients, new research funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) suggests. Academics at the University of Bristol found that boosting levels of a natural growth factor in the heart could help the muscle to recover after a heart attack. The death rate from a heart attack was halved in mice that received the treatment.

1 Apr 2010

Masimo PVI predicts hemodynamic effects of PEEP in mechanically ventilated patients

Masimo, the inventor of Pulse CO-Oximetry™ and Measure-Through Motion and Low Perfusion pulse oximetry, announced today that a new clinical study published in the March 2010 issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia, shows Masimo PVI successfully predicts the hemodynamic effects of Positive End-Expiratory Pressure in mechanically ventilated patients after cardiac surgery.

1 Apr 2010

Oxygen News and Research

CAS Medical Systems granted Japanese patent for LASER-SIGHT technology in FORE-SIGHT Oximeter

World first - newborn receives xenon gas in bid to prevent brain injury

Scientist develops SAMON system to diagnose apnea-hypopnea sleep syndrome

Blood levels of carbon dioxide may be linked to near death experiences after heart attack

OSU-CG12 agent kills cancer cells through energy restriction: Study

Obstructive sleep apnea associated with increased risk of stroke in men

Actual cost of blood 37% higher than previously estimated

Measure of blood flow in lungs could help identify smokers at risk of emphysema

Reverse Medical signs strategic partnership agreement with Getz Bros.

Many health care professionals not aware of health problems associated with mouth breathing

CAIRE plans to close liquid oxygen therapy manufacturing operations in Plainfield: Chart Industries

Menstrual stem cells may help in treatment of stroke and central nervous system disorders

Ingen Technologies's SMART Nasal Cannula to be featured at upcoming Las Vegas MedTrade convention

A1C test for diagnosing diabetes must be reevaluated: Journal of Diabetes

Inflammation has a role to play in premature births and brain injury: Sahlgrenska Academy thesis

Diabetic tests must be regulated

Therapeutic hypothermia helps save marathon cardiac arrest victim

MinuteClinic launches health condition monitoring services for diabetes, asthma and high cholesterol patients

Gene therapy improve survival rates among heart attack patients

Masimo PVI predicts hemodynamic effects of PEEP in mechanically ventilated patients

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