Search Tag: lungs
Study-microbiome-disruption-may-have-key-role-in-ards-sepsis
2016 18 Jul
Researchers from the University of Michigan (U-M) Medical School have found culture-independent evidence that the lung microbiome is enriched with gut bacteria, both in a murine model of sepsis and in patients with ARDS. In more severely critically ill patients, lung bacteria were more outnumbered by the misplaced gut bacteria. The researchers conclude...Read more
Kimberly-clark-introduces-new-subglottic-suction-endotracheal-tube
2014 23 Apr
Kimberly-Clark has launched its new KimVent MICROCUFF Subglottic Suctioning Endotracheal Tube (ETT) specifically designed to prevent microaspiration and provide more effective protection against cross-contamination for both patients and healthcare professionals. The MICROCUFF Subglottic ETT offers more effective subglottic suctioning through...Read more