Anesthesia equipment is mainly used during surgical procedures. They enable drug delivery to the patient to prevent pain, relax muscles, and monitor the patient’s vitals throughout the surgery.
Often, when delivering anesthesia, the drugs make the patient drowsy and may inhibit most of the primary automatic functions the body does. This can be problematic and may lead to death if the patient is not well monitored.
The use of outdated equipment makes it difficult to monitor and adequately respond to any complications during surgery. However, in recent years, anesthesiology has profited from recent medical technology developments.
Anesthesiologist devices and software have developed as a result of advances in computer power, innovative safety approaches, and intuitive and user-friendly monitoring interfaces, transforming how drugs are administered. New monitoring technologies have now become commonplace.
Factors That Influence the Type of Anesthesia System to Be Used
- Procedure types
- Patient profiles
- Cost
- Compatibility with current systems,
- Personnel competence and training to use the equipment,
- Space restrictions in operating area
Equipment Used By Anesthesiologists
Anesthesia has become more efficient because of new technology, which has also increased patient safety. Here are some of the devices mostly preferred by anesthesiologists:
1. Infusion Therapy Safety Devices
Infusion of intravenous therapy is one of the most effective ways to deliver nutrients and medication to a patient during medical procedures. However, there are multiple risks of infection to the patient’s bloodstream during treatment. Intravenous safety devices are essential when delivering infusion treatment to reduce the risk of contamination.
Manifolds
One of the most commonly used devices is the needless manifolds. The manifolds are designed to minimize any bloodstream contamination by maintaining a closed-loop drug delivery system.
However, the Quest Q2 technology takes infusion therapy safety devices to a new level. The needless connectors in the manifold provide an unobstructed fluid path and a high controller flow rate during patient care. With the Q2 manifold, the anesthesiologist can ensure straight and direct fluid paths that optimize fluid flashing.
In addition, the Q2 manifolds are designed with zero dead space, which lowers residual volume during fluid administration. This reduces the risk of biofilm formation, which leads to bloodstream contamination.
The Q2 connector also has a heparin-free flushing solution that reduces the risk of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. In addition, the manifolds lessen the need to disconnect syringes which minimizes the risks of bacterial entry during therapy.
ExoFlex
The new Q2 ExoFlex manifolds are designed with flexibility in mind. The devices are made with various tubing sizes and flexibility variations suited for the needs of any anesthesiologist methodology or operational space restrictions. The flexibility prevents any breakage in the lines, which can increase the risk of infection.
The Quest ExoFlex connectors also easily integrate with standard delivery extensions with other anesthesia equipment used during fluid delivery.
Stopcocks
Stopcocks are also crucial during infusion therapy. With the Q2 stopcocks, you have guaranteed fluid delivery control to the patient during and after surgery.
With the new high flow four-way stopcocks, the anesthesiologist can easily monitor and control the closed-loop drug delivery, while ensuring adequate safety in preventing contamination and patient infection.
Thinking of better and safe manifold and stopcocks to use? Our Q2 technology delivers the best intravenous therapy protection, designed to safeguard your patient’s health.
2. Targeted Controlled Infusion Software and Infusion Pumps
Infusion pumps have become a central practice for most anesthesia approaches.
A trained anesthesiologist operates the infusion pumps during surgery. The medical devices are strictly monitored to evaluate the amount of fluid delivered to the patient.
Automated infusion pumps have become increasingly recommended for medical use. The devices are programmed to deliver precise medication at automated intervals decreasing the risk of intraoperative and postoperative complications.
In addition, automated infusion systems are fitted with safety and operative alarms that activate if a problem arises. The devices alert the anesthesiologist of any risk of adverse drug interaction or fluid blockage. This helps reduce any pump-related risks and ensures a better patient outcome.
The Quest Medical infusion safety devices are designed with comparability in mind. The Q2 manifolds and stopcocks can be used to complement any necessary fluid transfer when using infusion pumps.
3. Anesthesia Machine
The use of anesthesia machines has become a common practice during surgery.
The anesthesia machine provides a controlling unit that lets the anesthesiologist monitor the flow of the medical gases adequately to the patient throughout the procedure. In addition, the machine’s ventilators also move air in and out of the patient if they need aid in breathing.
Likewise, the anesthesia machine provides vital information about the patient’s oxygen saturation, blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature during surgery. This decreases the risk of hypoxemia and ischemia-related complications.
The Quest manifolds and stopcocks can be used simultaneously to deliver general anesthesia to patients undergoing a surgical procedure.
4. Intravascular Catheters
Intravascular catheters are often used for intravascular access and intravascular volume measurements. Intravascular catheters are a valuable tool in current clinical practice, both for acute injuries and chronic diseases.
Central venous catheters (CVCs) and pulmonary arterial catheters (PACs) provide fluids quickly, treat venous air emboli, and mix venous pressure and cardiac output during surgery.
With the use of our Q2 manifolds and stopcocks, an anesthesiologist can effectively monitor and evaluate the patient’s drug and fluid response, ensuring better patient outcomes and safety.
5. Endoscopes
Evaluating and monitoring a patient’s airway is vital during surgery. Blockage of the airway track might lead to intraoperative complications and even death. An endoscope is a valuable tool for an anesthesiologist in evaluating any conditions that might lead to breathing problems.
Bronchoscopes and laryngoscopes allow for the direct visualization of the anatomical structure of the patient’s airway. Due to the relative ease of use, the success rate of using endoscopes during airway examination is exceptionally high in determining patient breathing complications before and during surgery.
With the use of the Q2 manifolds, one can administer local anesthesia during cervical manipulation and intubation of the patient. This comes in handy when their anesthesiologist finds airway obstructions that might lead to difficulty breathing and result in hypoxia.
For any inquires about the reliability and feature of anesthesia equipment, don’t hesitate to contact Quest Medical. Our dedicated experts will guide you on the latest trends and devices that are guaranteed the best patient outcome.
