Automated CSF Management
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Gravity drip chambers for external ventricular and lumbar CSF drainage are difficult to manage and fraught with problems, especially restrictions on patient movement and inadvertent “dumping” of CSF. Our automated CSF management technology, LiquoGuard®7, is easy to manage, and eliminates the challenges associated with gravity drains. Handling mistakes are prevented, which leads to improved patient safety and faster recovery times. LiquoGuard®7 continuously monitors the patient and drain lines for problems associated with CSF drainage, for example, pressure discrepancies, occlusions, and catheter disconnections. Intervention is only required if or when the device senses an issue with the drainage process. Improved Patient Safety Lower the risk of inadvertent under and over-drainage by precisely controlling CSF outflow and eliminating the need to re-level a transducer. Fully Automated Drain CSF based on a set pressure, a desired hourly volume, or a combination of both. Get Patients Moving Early ambulation often leads to faster recovery times and improved patient satisfaction. Reduce Hospital Costs Reduce by ~90% the time nurses spend managing CSF drains. Provides an option to treat patients outside the ICU. Documented Care Continuously record the course of treatment on-screen and via the bedside monitor.

Optimize Resource Utilization Decrease Cost... ...by caring for patients in the step-down unit or on the floor. Managing patients with gravity-based drains is challenging and requires specialized knowledge. An automated CSF drain, LiquoGuard®7, facilitates the cost-effective transfer of patients from the ICU to a step-down unit or to the floor. – – – – – Unlock the potential to save more than $ 10,000 per patient per day. vs. Daily charges for patients with EVD 1 Automation eliminates nurse-to-nurse variability. Measure pressure and drain CSF simultaneously. Precise control of CSF outflow...