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MAXTEC Acquires the Bird™ MicroBlender from Vyaire
SALT LAKE CITY, UT, December 3, 2024—Maxtec, a leader in oxygen analysis and delivery products, has announced the acquisition of the Bird™ MicroBlender from Vyaire Medical’s ventilator business unit. The Bird™ MicroBlender facilitates delivery of accurate FiO2 mixtures and is commonly used in a variety of applications such as anesthesia and supplemental O2 therapy in…
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The Impact of Oxygen Analyzers in Respiratory Care
Despite the critical role oxygen plays in everyday life, it can often be taken for granted. Oxygen is vital to all human life, and the presence of too little or too much can be harmful. Because of its common therapeutic use and known potential to be damaging to one’s health when used incorrectly, oxygen is…
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Perma Pure Group Partners with EvoNexus
EvoNexus partners with BD, ResMed, Perma Pure, Bio-Rad, Abbott, EMD Electronics, and Sharp HealthCare to transform digital health ideas into fundable companies. Kathy Ouellette, President & CEO of Perma Pure states: “We’re proud to be a part of EvoNexus, where the intersection of technology and medical devices meet to create unparalleled opportunities for innovation. Our…
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RT Special Feature: Bubble CPAP in the NICU
For the thousands of newborns and preemies diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome each year, safe and effective NICU pulmonary support is essential to survival. While many of these neonates are intubated, other available forms of noninvasive respiratory support may be appropriate, as well. One of the most common and successful noninvasive methods for this patient…
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How O2 Sensors Play a Part in Ventilator Performance
Alarm fatigue can have a harsh psychological impact on a clinician’s mind. Research shows that 72% to 99% of alarms are false, leading to alarm fatigue. Alarm fatigue occurs when a clinician experiences frequent alarms during patient care and grows increasingly desensitized to the alarms, and therefore less likely to take action during a critical…
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Maxtec Oxygen Sensor FAQs
Sensors are used in many different medical applications, and while they’re relatively simple devices, there are many things you might not know about them. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Maxtec oxygen sensors. Looking for a specific sensor? Find a comprehensive list of our sensors and their specifications here. How customized…
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Oxygen Is A Drug. Are You Delivering The Right Amount?
Despite the critical role oxygen plays in everyday life, it can often be taken for granted. Oxygen is vital to all human life, and the presence of too little or too much can be harmful. Because of its common therapeutic use and known potential to be damaging to one’s health when used incorrectly, oxygen is…
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Could High-Flow Be the Way To Go?
In the midst of a respiratory pandemic, treatment options and equipment, especially ventilators, may be scarce. Heated high-flow nasal cannula therapy may be a viable treatment option for respiratory therapy patients. What is it, and why might it be beneficial? First off, it’s important to determine what high-flow is, and when it would be used.…
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Unsung Heroes of COVID-19: Respiratory Therapists
We’ve been talking a lot about the heroism of doctors and nurses in this crisis, but there’s another critical health care practitioner who deserves a ton of recognition: respiratory therapists.
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3 Reasons the DFB Dual-Scale Flowmeter Should Be Your #1 Flowmeter
The DFB Dual-Scale Flowmeter is one of Maxtec’s most unique products. DFB stands for “Designed For Blenders.” It’s the first flowmeter on the market that was specially designed to be used with an oxygen blender. Its unique design, however, isn’t the DFB’s only claim to fame. From more flexibility to quieter use, the DFB has…
