Inco pads have long been the preferred solution for fluid control during certain hospital procedures. What is an Inco Pad? Despite the name (“inco” is short for “incontinence”), inco pads are no longer widely used for managing incontinence. Instead, they’re used as “procedure underpads”, to provide a temporary protective layer during procedures. What Are Inco […]
The NHS is facing an unprecedented backlog. This is the care that the NHS would have delivered in a “normal” year, but which has been disrupted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdowns. What is the NHS backlog? The NHS backlog includes patients: On waiting lists for treatments who, ordinarily, would […]
The 2022 Future Surgery Show takes place at ExCeL London on 15-16 November 2022. The event brings together surgeons, anaesthetists and other perioperative specialists for two days of networking and CPD-accredited training and education. Cairn Technology is very excited to be exhibiting at Future Surgery 2022, where we will be on hand to show visitors […]
The 2022 Smart Estates Summit takes place on 8 December at the QEII Centre in London. This Year’s Focus The focus of the 2022 summit is “Transforming the Public Estate for a Greener and Smarter Future”. This is an opportunity for public sector property professionals to discover the latest policy updates while exploring new initiatives […]
A shoulder arthroscopy is a form of keyhole surgery that can both diagnose and treat problems in the shoulder. Used to treat injuries and chronic conditions such as arthritis, it involves making small cuts in the skin before using a tiny camera – the arthroscope – to identify problems and guide any repairs. Key Challenges […]
Air pollution and quality is a key concern for everyone, particularly in hospitals and healthcare settings where people can spend long periods of time or be clinically vulnerable. What is PM2.5? PM2.5 is a hazardous air pollutant. It is composed of particulate matter (PM) that has an aerodynamic diameter of 2.5 micrometres or smaller. Where […]
University & Healthcare Estates & Innovation takes place at Cranmore Park, Birmingham, 15-16 November 2022. It’s an opportunity for the estates directors of healthcare and higher education settings to come together for an open discussion of best-practice. This year, the conference theme is New Horizons. The various presentations and exhibitors will be focusing on the […]
Though sevoflurane has a good safety record, like all anaesthetic agents it carries certain risks. What is Sevoflurane? Along with isoflurane, sevoflurane is one of the most common anaesthetics for outpatients in healthcare settings. It’s used across all ages to induce general anaesthesia and maintain it during procedures. What Risks Are Associated With Sevoflurane? Some […]
Isoflurane is a general inhalation aesthetic. In healthcare settings, it has two main uses: As a sedative agent, where it’s administered with air or pure oxygen to either induce anaesthesia, or to maintain a state of general anaesthesia that’s been induced by a different drug. As a bronchodilator for patients with acute severe asthma. Though […]
Arthroscopy keyhole surgery procedures are highly effective at removing and repairing damaged tissues in joints. Though the process is most commonly used on the knees, you can also perform arthroscopies on hips, shoulders, wrists, elbows and ankles. Key Risks Associated With Arthroscopies As well as removing or repairing damaged sections of tissue, an arthroscopy procedure […]