Huntleigh Flowtron Excel Mechanical Prophylaxis System Start Price USD 249.00 Current Price USD 249.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price USD 499.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 15, 2008 End Time Saturday, November 22, 2008 Location Detroit, Michigan See more about 'Huntleigh Flowtron Excel Mechanical Prophylaxis System' Description Flowtron® Excel The Flowtron Excel System is a clinically effective, non-invasive, mechanical prophylaxis system designed to reduce the incidence of DVT during all types of major surgery including orthopedic, trauma, urological and general surgery. It is also suitable for other patient groups including neurology, critical care, general medical and obstetrics. The Flowtron Excel System offers a range of thigh and calf garments, Adjustable compression, and single leg option. Illuminated LED shows actual pressure delivered to the limb.  Audible and visual alarm facility. Anti-kink tubing. It features easy to apply leg garments, integrated bed mount and secure snap lock connection of garments to pump.  Lightweight breathable fabric garments, quiet vibration free pump. This unit is was purchased new less than one year ago and was used for approximately two weeks following my hip replacement surgery.  It contains the unit, two sets of hoses, two pairs of thigh garments and one set of calf garments.  The unit itself cost over $1,800 new but I have no anticipated further use for it and am letting it go at a bargin price. Flowtron® Excel - Clinical Benefits Huntleigh offers a comprehensive range of IPC systems for the prevention of DVT. Each of our products is safe and simple to use, non-invasive and is a proven solution to help reduce the incidence of DVT. Clinically effective Clinical evidence demonstrates that Huntleighs range of Flowtron IPC Systems are an effective method of DVT prophylaxis and are proven to reduce rates of DVT to a level comparable to anticoagulants (Ginzburg et al 2003). Safe & non-invasive Huntleighs IPC Systems are suitable for patients for whom pharmacological prophylaxis carries additional risks or is contraindicated. It is proven to be a safe and non-invasive method of prophylaxis. Other clinical benefits IPC has been shown to reduce pain, enhance circulation, provide a drier post-operative field and reduce wound hematoma (Capper et al 1998, Stone et al 1996). Cost effective Flowtron IPC Systems are proven to offer both direct and indirect cost savings compared to pharmaceutical methods of DVT prophylaxis (Ginzburg et al 2003). High level of patient compliance“Patient satisfaction: Vendor W [Huntleigh] had the highest level of acceptance, especially with respect to comfort and quietness” (Proctor et al 2001, Pagella et al 2007). Natural physiological process The key to Flowtron IPC Systems is that they mimic the natural physiological process of walking. During walking, venous return is enhanced by the pumping action of the lower leg and the squeezing action of the veins of the foot. It is a safe and simple to use method of DVT prophylaxis. Recommendations for Use DVT Prophylaxis The Flowtron System should be applied to the patient pre-operatively, prior to the induction of anesthesia  The system should be used until the patient becomes fully ambulatory  If the calf or thigh garment can not be applied to the operative limb during surgery, it may be applied to the limb once the patient reaches the recovery unit  In the non-surgical patient the system should be initiated immediately, once the risk of DVT formation is identified Garments should be removed regularly to inspect the skin  Where appropriate, patients should be instructed in the proper use of the system, the purpose of therapy and that any problems should be reported to the nursing staff  Contraindications The Flowtron System should not be used in the following conditions: Severe arteriosclerosis or other ischemic vascular diseases  Known or suspected acute DVT or phlebitis  Severe congestive cardiac failure or any condition where an increase in fluid to the heart may be detrimental  Pulmonary embolism  Any local condition in which the garments would interfere, including        gangrene, recent skin graft, dermatitis or untreated, infected leg wounds    If you are unsure of any contraindications please refer to the patients physician before using the device. Cautions Garments should be removed immediately if the patient experiences tingling, numbness or pain  When used for DVT prophylaxis continuous use is recommended. Any interruption of therapy for a substantial length of time should be at the discretion of the physician  These are guidelines only and should not replace clinical judgement and experience. Place a Bid!