Nellcor Receives 2004 Technology Innovation Award in U.S. Pulse Oximetry Sensor Market from Frost & Sullivan.PALO ALTO Palo Alto, city, California Palo Alto (păl`ō ăl`tō), city (1990 pop. 55,900), Santa Clara co., W Calif.; inc. 1894. Although primarily residential, Palo Alto has aerospace, electronics, and advanced research industries. , Calif. -- A recent Frost & Sullivan study, U.S. Patient Monitoring Equipment Supplies Markets, highlights the success of Nellcor in the U.S. pulse oximetry pulse oximetry Oxygen saturation measurement, SaO Critical care A method used to determine the O2 saturation–SaO2 and desaturation of blood in a continuous noninvasive fashion, through the noninvasive assessment of arterial Hb-bound sensor markets. To that end, Nellcor is the recipient of the 2004 Frost & Sullivan Award A Sullivan Award may refer to:
Nellcor, the market leader and global innovator of intelligent pulse oximetry solutions, successfully developed and introduced an innovative pulse oximetry sensor that provides significantly faster response times in poor perfusion conditions. With the Nellcor(R) MAX-FAST(TM) Forehead Sensor, Nellcor expanded its pulse oximetry sensor product family -- already the broadest in the marketplace -- and made significant product performance contributions to patient monitoring. Nellcor's "forehead reflectance" technology offers unique advantages over the current selection of finger, toe, and ear sensors. Specifically designed for patients exhibiting poor perfusion, the MAX-FAST Forehead Sensor offers physicians and other healthcare workers a means to determine oxygen saturation oxygen saturation sO2 The O2 concentration of blood expressed as a ratio of its total O2-carrying capacity; the OS is a measure of the utilization of O2 transport capacity; sO2 quickly, reliably, and noninvasively in critically ill patients. "Nellcor's MAX-FAST sensors can detect blood oxygen levels up to two minutes earlier than available finger or toe sensors in patients that are poorly perfused. This innovative sensor is finding immediate applications in operating rooms, emergency departments, critical care, and trauma and burn units, where quick detection of low blood oxygen levels is required," says Frost & Sullivan industry analyst Katherine Shariq. "The MAX-FAST Forehead Sensor also offers an advantage when the digits are inaccessible." The Frost & Sullivan Award for Technology Innovation is presented each year to the company that has demonstrated technological superiority within its industry. This award recognizes the ability of the company to successfully develop and introduce new technology, formulate a well-designed product family, and make significant product performance contributions to the industry. Nellcor's MAX-FAST sensor represents an evolution in sensor technology. As part of Nellcor's OxiMax(R) Pulse Oximetry System, the MAX-FAST sensor contains a digital memory chip that transmits sensor-specific operating data to the OxiMax Pulse Oximeter pulse oximeter n. A device, usually attached to the earlobe or fingertip, that measures the oxygen saturation of arterial blood. pulse oximetry n. to enhance performance and provide extra communication features to the clinician. One of those features displays troubleshooting tips for optimal sensor application. In cases where the sensor is loose or poorly placed, the monitor relays a message from the sensor with recommendations to secure or reposition the sensor. Another feature, called Sensor Event Report, enables alarm event history to travel with the patient for quick assessment throughout the hospital. About Nellcor Nellcor is dedicated to developing innovative, clinically relevant medical products with an emphasis on noninvasive patient safety monitoring Safety Monitoring of a clinical trial is conducted by an independent physician with relevant expertise. This is accomplished by review of adverse event, immediately after they occur, with timely follow-up through resolution. and respiratory care. A part of Tyco Healthcare Tyco Healthcare was the former healthcare division of Tyco International Ltd. On June 29, 2007 it became a wholly independent publicly traded company named Covidien Ltd. , Nellcor is the world's foremost supplier of pulse oximetry and airway management In cardiopulmonary resuscitation, anaesthesia, emergency medicine, intensive care medicine and first aid, airway management is the process of ensuring that:
About Tyco Healthcare Tyco Healthcare, a business segment of Tyco International For the unrelated division of Mattel, see . Tyco International Ltd. NYSE: TYC is a diversified manufacturing conglomerate incorporated in Bermuda, with United States operational headquarters in New Jersey. Ltd., is a leading manufacturer, distributor and servicer of medical devices worldwide. Its broad portfolio includes disposable medical supplies, monitoring equipment, medical instruments and bulk analgesic analgesic (ăn'əljē`zĭk), any of a diverse group of drugs used to relieve pain. Analgesic drugs include the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as the salicylates, narcotic drugs such as morphine, and synthetic drugs pharmaceuticals, sold under such names as Auto Suture suture /su·ture/ (soo´cher) 1. sutura. 2. a stitch or series of stitches made to secure apposition of the edges of a surgical or traumatic wound. 3. to apply such stitches. 4. , Kendall, Mallinckrodt, Nellcor, Puritan Bennett Puritan Bennett has been a provider of respiratory products since 1913 originally as a medical gas supplier. In addition to critical care ventilation, Puritan Bennett provided medical devices for patients outside of the acute care environment. , United States Surgical, Valleylab and others. About Frost & Sullivan Founded in 1961, Frost & Sullivan is recognized as a global leader in growth consulting. Frost & Sullivan Awards are presented to companies that demonstrate excellence in its industry, commending the diligence, commitment, and innovative business strategies required to advance in the global marketplace. Frost & Sullivan rigorously analyzes specific criteria to determine award recipients in a vast variety of market industries and landscapes. For further information visit www.frost.com. |
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