WAYNE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 3, 2017--
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 70th
Anniversary of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
Congress, October 4-7, 2017 in Indianapolis.
At the congress, Teleflex will be introducing the CleanSweep™ Closed
Suction System (CSS), an innovative closed suction catheter designed to
remain in-line for up to 72 hours. Unlike standard closed suction
catheters, the CleanSweep™ System provides enhanced secretion removal
through a dual operation of balloon sweeping technology with suction
collection.
In addition, Teleflex will be highlighting its turnkey solution for High
Flow Nasal Cannula Therapy (HFNCT), a new standard of care for patients
with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure. HFNCT has grown in usage 20%
year over year1 and studies published in The New England
Journal of Medicine suggest treatment with HFNCT, compared to
non-invasive ventilation or standard oxygen masks, can improve survival
rates among patients with Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure.2
“Teleflex is committed to providing progressive technologies that meet
the evolving needs of our customers,” said James Ferguson, President of
the Teleflex Respiratory Division. “The introduction of the CleanSweep™
System highlights our dedication to connecting clinicians with
technology in a way that improves clinical practice and advances patient
outcomes.”
Finally, in recognition of recent tragic events like Hurricane Harvey,
Irma, and Maria, Teleflex will be partnering with the AARC to raise
awareness for the AARC Disaster Relief Fund. This fund helps
support individuals and families impacted by a state or federal
disaster. With Congress participation, Teleflex will be donating up to
$25,000 to the AARC Disaster Relief Fund. Teleflex is proud to invite
AARC Congress attendees to stop by Teleflex booth #609 to show their
support for this important cause.
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®, Rüsch®
and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of
purpose.
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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
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with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report
on Form 10-K.
Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, CleanSweep, Deknatel, Hudson RCI,
LMA, Pilling, Rüsch, and Weck are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other
countries.
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References:
1. 2015-2016 IMS Data.
2. Frat JP, Thille AW, Mercat A, et al. High-flow oxygen through nasal
cannula in acute hypoxemic respiratory failure. N Engl J Med. 2015:
DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa1503326
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