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The Importance of Newborn Pulse Oximetry Screening
When a new baby is born, it has become standard procedure to check for a handful of very specific medical conditions, one of which is critical congenital heart defect (CCHD). According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): "About 1 in every 4 babies born with a heart defect has a critical congenital heart defect (critical CHD, also known as critical congenital heart disease)"1. If not diagnosed soon after birth, babies with a CCHD “are at risk of having serious compl
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Mar 12th 2021
Choosing the Right Handheld Doppler
As a major supplier of medical Dopplers for over 30 years, we are often asked about the difference in Doppler types and brands that we carry. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. You may be wondering which type of Doppler is the best? What brand is the most trusted? What probe would be best for my practice? This guide will help you find the Doppler that is right for you, starting with 5 simple questions:
Do you need an obstetric Doppler, vascula
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Jan 1st 2021
Types of Home Oximeters To Recommend to Patients
Monitoring oxygen levels at home can be crucial for pregnant women, especially those at risk of complications. Midwives can help patients monitor their health and respond promptly to any issues by recommending reliable home oximeters. We’ll review the types of home oximeters to recommend to patients.Importance of Monitoring Oxygen Levels for Pregnant WomenMaintaining optimal oxygen levels is vital for the health and well-being of the mother and developing baby. Hypoxemia, or low blood oxygen lev
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Dec 31st 1969