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Mucosal atomization device. (Product Marketplace).


MADomizer[TM] is a safe delivery system for atomizing topical solutions to the nasal and oropharyngeal oropharyngeal /oro·pha·ryn·ge·al/ (-fah-rin´je-al)
1. pertaining to the mouth and pharynx.

2. pertaining to the oropharynx.
 regions. Unlike compressed air compressed air, air whose volume has been decreased by the application of pressure. Air is compressed by various devices, including the simple hand pump and the reciprocating, rotary, centrifugal, and axial-flow compressors.  systems, which operate under the Venturi venturi

a tube with a decrease in the inside diameter that is used to increase the flow velocity of the fluid and thereby cause a pressure drop; used to measure the flow velocity (a venturimeter) or to draw another fluid into the stream.
 principle, the MADomizer employs a positive displacement mechanism of action, eliminating cross-contamination.

The device's tip is disposable, saving cleaning costs and nursing time, and eliminating the risk of cross-infecting patients with Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus au·re·us
n.
A bacterium that causes furunculosis, pyemia, osteomyelitis, suppuration of wounds, and food poisoning.


Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus pyogenes
, tuberculosis, or other bacteria commonly found in the nose and throat of patients in the ENT ENT ears, nose, and throat (otorhinolaryngology).

ENT
abbr.
ear, nose, and throat



ENT

ear, nose and throat.

ENT Ears, nose & throat; formally, otorhinolaryngology
 clinic.

For patients with chronic nasal problems, MADomizer is useful for at-home moisturizing, saline therapy, or delivering other doctor-recommended solutions. The MADomizer is compact enough to fit in a purse or pocket, and since it doesn't spill or drip, patients find it easy and convenient, which improves patient compliance.

The fine mist delivers 0.1 ml of solution with each press of the pump. There is no noise, no dripping, and measurable dosing.

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Publication:Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Date:Aug 1, 2002
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