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VitalStream offers continuous hemodynamic monitoring solution amid IV fluid shortage
Philadelphia, PA – October 9, 2024 – Caretaker Medical, a pioneer in advanced hemodynamic monitoring technology, is highlighting the critical role of its VitalStream solution in addressing the ongoing IV fluid shortage caused by Hurricane Helene. As healthcare providers face challenges in maintaining continuous blood pressure monitoring due to the limited availability of Baxter IV…
Read MoreBP cuff, A-line or VitalStream noninvasive hemodynamic monitor?
Should you use a blood pressure cuff, arterial line or VitalStream to monitor your perioperative patients? Learn the about the strengths and weaknesses of each. Goal Blood pressure cuff Arterial line VitalStream noninvasive monitor Hypotension detection Limited. BP is a late indicator of decline and blind spots can cause further delay intervention. Offers continuous BP.…
Read MoreIntraoperative Hypotension: A Public Safety Announcement for Anesthesia Professionals
This article from the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Newsletter discusses the modifiable risk of intraoperative hypotension (IOH) and its far-reaching consequences for patients and healthcare systems.
Read MoreUsing VitalStream for cardiac surgery with Zain Khalpey, MD
We sat down with Zain Khalpey, M.D. Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Director of Artificial Heart, MCS & ECMO, and Chief Medical AI Officer (Network Director) at Honor Health in Arizona, to discuss how he uses the VitalStream noninvasive hemodynamic monitor to deliver safer and more effective care for his patients. Why did you decide to start using…
Read MoreCaretaker Medical Unveils VitalStream Roadmap for Streamlined Cardiogenic Shock Monitoring at SCAI 2024
Charlottesville, VA – May 1, 2024 – Caretaker Medical, a leading innovator in advanced hemodynamic monitoring solutions, today announced the launch of its VitalStream® Cardiogenic Shock Continuous Monitoring Roadmap at the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) 2024 meeting. This roadmap aligns with the National Cardiogenic Shock Initiative[i] criteria and timelines, empowering clinicians with…
Read MoreEnable rapid identification of cardiogenic shock for STEMI patients
Published in the Journal of American Heart Association in 2023, Early Utilization of Mechanical Circulatory Support in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock: The National Cardiogenic Shock Initiative, developed a shock protocol that emphasized the early use of MCS with Impella. The study assessed outcomes in patients with AMI-CS and the feasibility of treating…
Read MoreTake steps to improve periop outcomes: The APSF recommendations on perioperative hemodynamic instability
It’s no secret that studies across a wide range of surgical procedures have found that perioperative hemodynamic instability is associated with poor outcomes. Yet, best-practice guidelines for hemodynamic monitoring are still lacking. In December 2023, the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation took a step towards addressing this gap with the publication of recommendations for perioperative patients…
Read MoreWATCH: VitalStream cardiac surgery use cases with Dr. Khalpey
Dr. Zain Khalpey, cardiothoracic surgeon at Honor Health, discusses the types of patients and procedures where he has used VitalStream.
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