EDM Medical Solutions

02/24/2023

A case series of patients undergoing fluoroscopy tests at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City showed the spread of hyaluronic acid after ultrasound-guided knee injections, confirming the optimal anatomical location for the procedure.

Caroline Varlotta, physiatrist and the first author of the study explained that "the ability of intra-articular injections to provide relief in patients with knee osteoarthritis is contingent upon the accurate delivery of the injectate into the joint space."

According to the authors, fluoroscopic imaging revealed that ultrasound-guided hyaluronic acid injection into the suprapatellar recess spread throughout the tibiofemoral joint following a walking test.

Varlotta and her colleagues concluded that in the future, characteristics such as osteoarthritis severity, injectate viscosity, and the injection site should be explored to understand the injection's dispersal better.

Fluoroscopy images of knee injections to reduce pain in osteoarthritis patients have revealed for the first time how the injectate spreads within the knee in a study published online January 14 in Interventional Pain Medicine.

02/16/2023

During this year's Cardiovascular Professional Week 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️, we want to recognize the lifesaving work of these valuable practitioners, like interventional cardiologists, which are an essential part of the healthcare community.

To create awareness around cardiovascular health, here are some insights that cardiovascular professionals want you to know:

❤️ Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all genders and races in the US.
❤️ Every 34 seconds, someone dies from cardiovascular disease.
❤️ The economic impact of heart disease is severe - a whopping $229 billion a year, taking into account medical bills, medications, and the loss of life.

As a cardiovascular professional, what would you recommend to prevent cardiovascular disease? Let us know in the comments.

02/14/2023

There is no doubt that Valentine's Day is all about the heart ❤️!

Share this love note with your Valentine and wish him or her a happy Valentine's Day from the EDM team.

01/27/2023

Researchers from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (Rutgers RWJMS) and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) discovered a new ultrasound method that can detect microscopic changes in the structure and function of the heart.

Using artificial intelligence, they compiled and analyzed pixel-based patterns in echocardiogram images to develop an accurate interpretation of cardiac conditions that lead to heart failure.

Partho Sengupta, MD, FACC, Professor of Cardiology and Chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Disease and Hypertension at RWJMS, and Chief of Cardiology at RWJUH said that "identifying changes in the heart muscle or cardiovascular function earlier can lead to more proactive interventions and the prevention of serious complications."

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Researchers have reported a new breakthrough in ultrasonic imaging methods that can detect microscopic changes in heart structure and function, which may be useful for screening early heart disease using miniaturized ultrasound devices that can be carried in the pocket.

01/26/2023

An article published in the International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science in 2014 reported that 250,000 people get a blood stream infection yearly in the United States.

60% of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) are caused by normal resident flora from the patient's skin at the insertion place. These infections can lead to dangerous bacteremia and sepsis with multi-organ failure.

Infection prevention strategies, such as an effective cutaneous anti-sepsis before insertion, is key to reducing the incidence of CRBSIs.

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01/20/2023

We are proud to announce the newest addition to our surgery product line, Bard-Parker® by Aspen Surgical, with essential tools to ensure practitioner safety and improve efficiency.

Bard-Parker® has been a trusted provider of surgical instruments for over 100 years. Their track record of excellence, combined with our 30+ years of experience in the healthcare sector, reinforces our commitment to ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and surgical teams across the US.

We invite you to learn more about this new partnership by reading our full press release: http://ow.ly/flVo50Mwn9s

EDM Medical Solutions adds Bard-Parker surgical solutions by Aspen Surgical for ambulatory surgery centers across the United States

01/01/2023

We are beyond excited to see what 2023 will bring and look forward to continue serving our healthcare partners. Happy New Year!

What are your wishes for this new year? Let us know in the comments!

12/29/2022

Even though infection preventionists have a protagonist role in the safety of patients, all healthcare workers are essential to make these strategies work.

Different aspects influence healthcare workers' compliance with infection prevention practices. According to a study published in Health Services Publishing, there is a significant tie to environmental elements and organizational influence, such as adequate training.

In the same study, only 5% of respondents considered their infection control training excellent, and 30% felt they didn't receive the necessary training, leading to a lack of knowledge regarding patient safety protocols.

Read more on how to tackle the issue of infection control compliance on our blog: http://ow.ly/wXGS50MbEbs

12/25/2022

We wish you all a very merry Christmas and hope you have a wonderful time with your loved ones!

12/16/2022

An article published in the American Journal of Infection Control revealed through a survey a lack of compliance and knowledge about ultrasound probe use and reprocessing:

➡️ 20% of respondents were aware of moments where a probe was used but not correctly reprocessed.

➡️ 15% - 78% of probes used in interventional procedures are nothigh-level disinfected or sterilized.

➡️ Of invasive procedures, 5%-47% did not use sterile gel.

➡️ 29% of respondents were not sure about the implementation of probe covers for scans across non-intact skin.

These results mean that immediate action to increase patient safety is required. Infection prevention has proven to be the most effective way to maintain infections at bay.

At EDM, we understand the importance of patient safety, and that's why as advocates, we have created a complimentary white paper on ultrasound infection control: http://ow.ly/6B2C50M5Nmq

11/29/2022

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and it can have deadly consequences.

The good news is that the majority of patients beat prostate cancer. More than 3.1 million men in the United States who have had prostate cancer at some point in their lives are still alive today.

As in many types of cancer, early detection is key to having better outcomes. This is why researchers and doctors are finding new, more accurate ways to detect the disease.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being explored as an option to help practitioners improve detection and treatment planning for the disease in a more efficient way.

Learn more about the implications the use of AI has for prostate cancer management by reading our complimentary white paper: http://ow.ly/65mx50LPtQH

11/26/2022

This year has been a big one for radiology and we're excited to see what RSNA 2022 has in store!

Come and meet our COO, Benjamin El Koubi, and Charles El Koubi, president of EDM Imaging Imaging, to discuss our wide range solutions for ultrasound imaging and infection control.

Make an appointment with them today: http://ow.ly/AInG50LMvXE



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