Surgical Information Systems (SIS) unveils SIS Trax, a tissue management solution that tracks the full tissue lifecycle and provides the means for hospitals to standardize their process for acquiring, receiving, storing and allocating tissues. The tracking solution can be fully integrated with a perioperative system. The Web-based system uses a customizable dashboard with rules and alerts to manage inventory, monitor tissue expirations and automate routine attestations. Because the product identification is linked to the clinical record, the information is readily available in the event of a recall or adverse reaction. For more information, visit www.SISFirst.com
Endoscopes and Lumened Instruments: New Studies Highlight Persistent Contamination Risks
May 7th 2025Two new studies reveal troubling contamination in both new endoscopes and cleaned lumened surgical instruments, challenging the reliability of current reprocessing practices and manufacturer guidelines.
Happy Hand Hygiene Day! Rethinking Glove Use for Safer, Cleaner, and More Ethical Health Care
May 5th 2025Despite their protective role, gloves are often misused in health care settings—undermining hand hygiene, risking patient safety, and worsening environmental impact. Alexandra Peters, PhD, points out that this misuse deserves urgent attention, especially today, World Hand Hygiene Day.