Masimo launches first non-adhesive pulse oximetry sensor for
extremely low birth weight babies
12 November 2008
Masimo (NASDAQ:MASI), the inventor of pulse CO-oximetry and
measure-through motion and low perfusion pulse oximetry, has introduced
a new SofTouch disposable pulse oximetry sensor developed specifically
for the fragile skin and size of extremely low birth weight (ELBW)
infants (<500 grams-1,000 grams) in conjunction with the Neonatology
2008 conference in Miami, Florida.
The new LNCS SofTouch NeoPt-500 sensor is exclusively designed to fit
ELBW babies and features special soft foam and non-adhesive attachments
to prevent injury to even the most sensitive skin of premature infants.
Barbara Haley, CRTT, NICU Clinical Coordinator, Respiratory Care
Services at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, CA,
stated; "We love the LNCS SofTouch NeoPt-500 for the improvement in care
it facilitates. It is smaller than other neonatal sensors — making it a
near-perfect fit even for our smallest preemies — and it is much softer
on the skin to maintain skin integrity. We've also found that the
NeoPt-500 makes nurses more efficient because the wrap is so much easier
to apply and secure."
LNCS SofTouch NeoPt-500 is the first non-adhesive pulse oximetry
sensor made specifically for the needs of newborns weighing down to 500
grams or less. At just 20 mm in size, the NeoPt-500 has dimensions that
are smaller than typical neonatal sensors. This means that the distance
between the emitter and detector on the NeoPt-500 is much smaller —
enabling the sensor to fit better and more securely on the tiniest hand
or foot.
Mitchell Goldstein MD, Associate Professor, Pediatrics at Loma Linda
University Children's Hospital in Loma Linda, CA, stated, "The new LNCS
SofTouch NeoPt-500 sensor solves the problems associated with typical
pulse oximetry sensors in ELBW infants. ELBW neonates are much more
susceptible to skin burn injury and full thickness ulcer formations
caused by improper sensor design and placement. Skin injury compromises
the body's most basic protection mechanism and, in this most vulnerable
population, the problems and risks associated with sensors not designed
or intended for ELBW newborns have much greater consequences. Masimo is
a unique company that not only understands this, but designs and
develops clinically-relevant solutions to overcome these challenges."
Masimo SofTouch sensors are designed for single-patient use whenever
skin sensitivity is a concern. SofTouch sensors incorporate a hook and
loop wrap — allowing the sensor to be quickly and securely applied on
wet and slippery sites, and easily repositioned if necessary. Newborn
skin is further protected by soft foam material that surrounds the
sensor attachment for maximum comfort, and the NeoPt-500 contains no
adhesive materials exposed to skin contact areas. This prevents
epidermal stripping and skin trauma typically caused by applying and
repositioning an adhesive sensor.
Joe E Kiani, Founder and CEO of Masimo, stated; "The new LNCS
SofTouch NeoPt-500 sensor underscores our core philosophy of 'doing what
is best for patient care.' We believe that every patient deserves
appropriate monitoring solutions. That's why Masimo provides over 100
different sensors, each uniquely designed to deliver the performance and
measurement clinicians want — including 15 different sensor options to
address the challenging needs and specific requirements of neonatal
patients."
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