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Laying_apressure

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Introduction
The document details the development and variety of anti-decubitus systems by aks GmbH, beginning with the decubiflow® 100 in the late 1980s. It includes a range of pressure relief systems such as foam mattresses and solutions for bariatric patients.
Decubitus Grades and EPUAP Guidelines
The document outlines the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) guidelines for decubitus grades I to IV, describing the symptoms and characteristics of each grade.
Risk Assessment
A scoring system evaluates the risk of decubitus based on sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction/shear forces, with scores indicating risk levels from 'no risk' to 'very high risk'.
Product Specifications
  • saniflow® p: Small-cell system with adjustable pressure for patients weighing 45-120 kg, aimed at decubitus prophylaxis.
  • saniflow® II: Large-cell system for patients up to Grade II decubitus, featuring easy operation and visual alarms.
  • saniflow® II S: Similar to saniflow® II but includes a static mode for pain relief.
  • saniflow® III: Supports up to Grade III decubitus, with static function and enhanced alarms.
  • saniflow® IV: Enhanced system for up to Grade IV decubitus, with care function and adjustable cycle time.
  • decubiflow® 23: Premium system with intelli-static function, suitable for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy.
Conclusion
The document provides comprehensive information on various anti-decubitus systems, their specifications, and their suitability for different decubitus grades, emphasizing the importance of tailored solutions for effective pressure relief and patient care.
Overview
The document provides detailed specifications and features of various anti-decubitus alternating pressure systems designed for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy, suitable for patients with different weight ranges and decubitus grades according to EPUAP standards.
Product Specifications
  • decubiflow® 23 A: Large-cell, premium class system with intelli-static function, suitable for patients weighing 30-130 kg and up to Grade IV decubitus. Features include a 12-minute cycle time, 18 high-quality PU cells, and a bi-elasto Flowtex cover.
  • decubiflow® 400: Microprocessor-controlled system for patients weighing 40-130 kg, featuring variable cycle times up to 20 minutes and pressure values up to 60 mmHg. It includes 18 PU cells and is suitable for pain therapy.
  • decubiflow® 500: Designed for patients weighing 40-150 kg, with optional reprogramming for those under 40 kg. It features 20 high-quality cells, a 20 cm cell height, and is suitable for Grade IV decubitus.
Technical Data
The document includes a comprehensive table detailing the dimensions, weight, power consumption, and specific features of each product, such as static mode, micro perforation, and maximum patient weight.
Key Features
  • All systems include audible and visual alarms for pressure loss, ensuring safety in care.
  • They feature alternating two-chamber systems for intermittent pressure relief and are particularly suitable for patients in pain due to the intelli-static function.
  • Each system comes with a warranty of 2 years.
Order Information
The document provides order numbers for each product and its replacement parts, including pump units and mattress covers.
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Innovative and classic aids for pressure relief

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Anti-decubitus systems for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy It started with decubiflow® 100 in the late 1980s. The company founder, Kamil Sarisen, developed the small-cell alternating pressure system which quickly established itself on the German medical appliances market. The product range has been gradually extended and adapted to current research results and market requirements. Furthermore, the demand for solutions for adipose patients is satisfied with the aks samson and the aks HD 85 in the aks bariatric range. The aks decu side lateral positioning system is particularly suitable for patients...

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EPUAP Decubitus grades are currently stated with the note “according to EPUAP". EPUAP (European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel) is the European advisory body for decubitus. Medical specialists and scientists further develop decubitus research here. Grade I according to EPUAP Non-blanchable, localised reddening of intact skin, usually above a bony projection. Fading may not be visible for darkly pigmented skin; however, the colour can be different from the surrounding skin. The area may be tender, hardened, soft, warmer or colder than the surrounding tissue. These symptoms can indicate a (decubitus)...

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Sensory perception Ability to perceive and react adequately to positional and artificial stimuli, e.g. pressure Moisture Extent to which the skin is exposed to moisture Activity Degree of physical activity Mobility Ability to maintain and change the body position Nutrition General nutrition Friction and shear forces Completely failed No reaction to pain stimuli (also no groaning, twitching, gripping) due to reduced (neural) perception as far as unconsciousness or sedation OR discomfort/ pain is not perceived over most of the body. Constantly moist The skin is constantly moist due to perspiration,...

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Image: saniflow® p here being used with a standard mattresses and aks inkocover cover (neither is included in the scope of delivery for the saniflow® p) saniflow® p Small-cell anti-decubitus alternating pressure system with individual pressure adjustment The advantages of the saniflow® p: • Overlay mattress system • Easy operation • Continuous pressure adjustment according to the patient weight • Use with a standard foam mattress (minimum height 10 cm) • Cycle: 6 minutes • Alternating two-chamber system for intermittent pressure relief • 124 honeycombs (cells) • Mains power switch with indicator...

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Large-cell, standard class anti-decubitus alternating pressure system The standard class already starts with a large-cell mattress overlay system which provides the patient with pleasant relief using alternating pressure. The advantages of the saniflow® II: • Overlay mattress system • Easy operation: continuously variable pressure setting according to the patient weight, stable folding metal spreader bar for attachment to the bed, simple filter replacement • Visual display for reaching the required pressure • Visual alarm in the event of pressure loss (e.g. leak) • Highly elastic foam strips...

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saniflow® II S In static mode, patients in pain can be supported gently. Advantages; see description of the saniflow® II Additional functions of the saniflow® II S • Switch for static mode • Visual and audible alarms in the event of pressure loss (e.g. leak) • Switch for resetting the audible alarm Patient weight 40-120 kg Decubitus grade up to and incl. Grade II (according to EPUAP) Order numbers saniflow® II S – 21239 Replacement pump unit – 21240 Replacement mattress incl. cover

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saniflow® III Large-cell, medium standard class anti-decubitus alternating pressure system with static function This further developed version enables persons with up to 130 kg body weight and up to and including Decubitus Grade III according to EPUAP to use the advantages of a medium standard class alternating pressure system. The advantages of the saniflow® III: • Overlay mattress system • With static function and thus suitable for patients in pain • Easy operation: continuously variable pressure setting according to the patient weight; simple filter replacement • Visual display for reaching...

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saniflow® IV Large-cell enhanced standard class anti-decubitus alternating pressure system with static and care function As a mattress replacement system with a sophisticated range of functions, saniflow® IV meets the high requirements of the enhanced standard. Patients with decubitus up to and including Grade IV according to EPUAP receive the best standard care for decubitus therapy. The advantages of the saniflow® IV: • Mattress replacement system • Care function enables a maximum filled static support surface with a time limit of 30 minutes and automatic changeover to the previously selected alternating...

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decubiflow® 23 Large-cell, premium class anti-decubitus alternating pressure system for decubitus prophylaxis and therapy The complete mattress replacement system with intelli-static function is an innovative, convenient quality product. The advantages of the decubiflow® 23: • Mattress replacement system • Easy operation: intelli-static function, particularly suitable for patients in pain; static can be set separately, continuously variable pressure setting according to the patient weight • Audible and visual leak alarms • Visual display for operational readiness • Cycle time 12 minutes • Alternating...

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decubiflow® 23 A Large-cell, premium class antidecubitus alternating pressure system with intelli-static Thanks to intelli-static, the large-cell mattress overlay system is suitable for pain therapy and is equipped with pressure sensor technology. The advantages of the decubiflow® 23 A: • Overlay mattress system • Easy operation: intelli-static function, particularly suitable for patients in pain; static can be set separately, continuously variable pressure setting according to the patient weight • Audible and visual leak alarms • Visual display for operational readiness • Cycle time 12 minutes •...

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