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Exploring the Evidence and Devices Designed to Prevent Ventilator-associated Pneumonia

Overview VAP is a serious potential complication for patients receiving multiple days of respiratory support. Not only does VAP occur frequently, impacting up to 15% of intensive care unit (ICU...

State of Artificial Intelligence: Viewpoints from ECRI Clinical and Technical Experts

Overview Many medical devices manufacturers are highlighting their use of artificial intelligence (AI), and advertising it as a way to improve performance. Claims include: improved workflow, al...

In-Lab Testing: Device to Reduce Risk of IV Site Infiltrations

Overview An infiltration at the IV site, when fluid enters tissue outside vessels, is a common problem. Left untreated and unchecked, IV infiltration can lead to excessive fluid in compartments...

Manage, Minimize, and Mitigate Risks in Quality Management for Aging Services

Overview As the aging population continues to grow and rely on more aging care facilities, providers continually strive to maintain the quality of care within their facilities. Two methodologie...

Helping Patients with Recalled Philips CPAP Devices Used in Home

Overview Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is a commonly utilized treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, with more than 8 million CPAP users in the United States alone. In June...

ENFit: The Time is Now

Overview ENFit enteral tubing connectors is a design standard developed to prevent enteral tubing misconnections. Through this standard, every enteral tubing accessory, extension set, syringe, ...

Understanding the Basics of PSO Protections

Overview Healthcare providers can protect sensitive patient safety information and create a learning system for improvements by being part of a Patient Safety Organization (PSO). PSOs provide f...

Clinical Evidence Spotlight Series | Trending Payer Topics to be Aware of Right Now

Overview ECRI supports medical policy development and review through rapid assessment of the best available evidence, and has been a leader in evidence methodology for over three decades. Now i...

A 2022 Must Do–Create a High-Performing Value Analysis Process and Best Practice Workflow

Overview Now is the perfect time to hit the reset button and create a fresh start—especially when it comes to your value analysis process. Adjustments can help you better align to your hospital...