WAYNE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2015--
Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), a leading global provider of medical
technologies for critical care and surgery, will showcase its broad
portfolio of products for Respiratory Care at the American Association
for Respiratory Care (AARC) Congress 2015, November 7-10, in Tampa, FL.
The portfolio includes products for High Flow Nasal Cannula Therapy and
Mechanical Ventilation, as well as solutions for Arterial Access.
As a corporate partner of the AARC, Teleflex is proud to invite AARC
Congress attendees to stop by Teleflex booth #619 to Make Their Mark
in support of the American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF). Teleflex
will be donating up to $20,000 to the ARCF, further demonstrating our
commitment to connecting clinicians with education in a way that helps
improve patient outcomes and advances respiratory care throughout the
world.
At the meeting, Teleflex will be introducing the Hudson RCI®
Comfort Flo® Plus High Flow Nasal Cannula. Heated High Flow
Nasal Cannula Therapy (HFNCT) has been shown to improve survival rates,
compared to standard oxygen masks or non-invasive ventilation, among
patients with Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure.1 Inspired
by the physicians and clinicians who help develop our products, the
Comfort Flo® Plus Cannula features silicone nares, an
optional chin strap to encourage closed mouth treatments, which may
increase positive end pressure (PEP)2, and a bifurcated head
strap for a secure fit during patient movement.
“Teleflex is committed to providing progressive technologies that meet
the evolving needs of our customers,” said James Ferguson, President of
the Teleflex Respiratory Division. “We will use our time at the AARC
Congress to highlight our dedication to connecting clinicians with
technology in a way that improves clinical practice and advances patient
outcomes.”
Teleflex will showcase the Hudson RCI® Neptune®
Heated Humidifier with ConchaSmart® Technology, which
features a low water notification and Adjustable and Auto Settings
modes. Combined with the convenient ConchaSmart® Column and
prefilled sterile water reservoir system, the Neptune® Heated
Humidifier provides a simple, smart and practical solution, improving
clinician workflow.
Teleflex will be highlighting the Arrow® Arterial Catheter
for placement by respiratory therapists. The Arrow® Brand
offers one of the most comprehensive lines of arterial catheters and CDC
compliant kits. In addition, Teleflex provided a grant to the AARC for a
preconference educational session to be held on Friday, November 6th,
titled “Vascular Access: Developing an Arterial Catheter Insertion
Program.” The session will focus on adding arterial catheter insertion
to a respiratory team’s skill set while covering topics of healthcare
reform, ultrasound guided insertion, training, data collection and more.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to
improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose
driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical
needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is
diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional
access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine
and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the
understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more
information, please visit teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson
RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®
and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of
purpose.
Forward-Looking Statements
Any statements contained in this press release that do not describe
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, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA,
Pilling, Rusch, Weck, Comfort Flo, ConchaSmart and Neptune are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its
affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Teleflex Incorporated. All rights reserved. MC-001547
References:
1. Frat JP, Thille AW, Mercat A, et al. High-Flow Oxygen through Nasal
Cannula in Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure. The New England Journal
of Medicine 2015: DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa1503326
2. Hirst KR, Patel A, Vines DL. Evaluation of Bronchial Pressures and
Tidal Volume Using Three Different Adult High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
Devices. AARC 2011 Open Forum # 13 Presentation.
i. Cited in support of PEP effect only
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