New Innovations from Teleflex Reinforce its ARROW® Brand
Commitment to “Never Settle” Towards the Goal of Zero Complications in
Vascular Care
LIMERICK, Pa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 19, 2013--
Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), a leading global provider of medical
devices for critical care and surgery, will feature two new ARROW®
Vascular Access innovations at the annual Association for Vascular
Access conference this week. The ARROW® VPS G4™ Device is a
next generation Vascular Positioning System® offering
state-of-the-art design and technology for precise and accurate CVC and
PICC tip positioning. It features easy-to-follow symbols with further
enhancements such as statement of final catheter position and Wi-Fi
access to make central catheter placements easier at the bedside. As in
previous models, it is indicated for use as an alternative method to
fluoroscopy or chest X-ray for central venous catheter tip placement
confirmation in adult patients, when a steady Blue Bullseye symbol is
obtained.
The ARROW® JACC (Jugular Axillo-subclavian Central Catheter)
with Chlorag+ard® Technology is a small-french
size antimicrobial and antithrombogenic catheter that is indicated for
both acute and long-term use. It is designed specifically to support the
emergence of Central Venous Catheter placement by Vascular Access
Specialists. Teleflex, through its ARROW® brand, supports and
applauds clinicians in expanding their scope of practice to include CVC
insertion, now legal in more than forty states.
“Teleflex is proud to introduce these innovative new ARROW®
devices,” states Kathy Conner, Vice President of Global Marketing.
“Because the incidence of infection, occlusion and thrombosis for both
CVCs and PICCs is so significant, we are excited to now provide Chlorag+ard®
Technology on ARROW® JACC following our 2011 introduction of
ARROW® PICC with Chlorag+ard®
Technology. Chlorag+ard® is another tool we offer
enabling clinicians to fight for zero complications in vascular care.
Similarly, our next generation ARROW® VPS G4™ Device uses
precise and easy-to-use technology to place CVCs and PICCs in the
correct position. We are thrilled with the clinical results VPS®
Technology brings to the bedside. It has benefited thousands of patients
by eliminating their need for a chest X-ray, allowing them to receive
their needed therapy more quickly.”
In addition to featuring nine posters unique to Teleflex employees or
ARROW® Vascular Access products, the company is sponsoring
two symposia during the conference. One highlights placement of CVCs via
the Vascular Access Specialist: “Breaking Through: A Guide to Placing
CVCs,” along with a Platinum Showcase focusing on insertion site
alternatives: “When the Arm Is No Longer an Option.” The second
symposium highlights significant advancements in tip positioning
technology with two presentations: “New Advances in ARROW®
Vascular Positioning Technology” and “Comparative Data Using PICC
Placement Technology – 800 Clinical Cases.”
Additional information may be found at arrowintl.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a leading global provider of specialty medical devices for a
range of procedures in critical care and surgery. Our mission is to
provide solutions that enable healthcare providers to improve outcomes
and enhance patient and provider safety. Headquartered in Limerick, Pa,
Teleflex employs approximately 11,500 people worldwide and serves
healthcare providers in more than 140 countries. Additional information
about Teleflex can be obtained from the company's website at teleflex.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements. Any
forward-looking statements contained herein are based on our
management's current beliefs and expectations, but are subject to a
number of risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances, which may
cause actual results or company actions to differ materially from what
is expressed or implied by these statements. These risks and
uncertainties are identified and described in more detail in our filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report
on Form 10-K.
Teleflex, ARROW, Chlorag+ard, Vascular
Positioning System, VPS and VPS G4 are registered trademarks of Teleflex
Incorporated or its affiliates.
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Treasurer and Vice
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