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LEADING THE WAY IN POSITIVE CLINICAL OUTCOMES

The Flowtron® range of proven and trusted Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) products has acquired excellent clinical credentials since it was launched over 30 years ago. This wealth of experience in DVT prevention has enabled ArjoHuntleigh to refine the Flowtron range into one system that fully meets the needs of the patient, carer and healthcare facility.

Today, the Flowtron IPC system leads the way in terms of positive clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, ease of use and improved facility risk management. Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) therapy increases both the volume and rate of blood flow through the limb, eliminating venous stasis and simulating the effects of the natural muscle pump.¹

IPC also delivers the dual haematological benefits of suppressing pro-coagulant activation and enhancing global fibrinolysis.²

Clinically proven and unrivalled customer support Clinical studies utilising ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron IPC systems for DVT prophylaxis have consistently yielded low DVT rates in high-risk populations³, while achieving high nurse and patient satisfaction.

ArjoHuntleigh complements the Flowtron IPC system with an unmatched spectrum of customer support and services – from clinical support to flexible service options – to provide the most cost-effective total solution to help you reduce your DVT rates.

ONE COMPLETE AND EASY-TO-USE, MOBILE SYSTEM

Designed to offer comfort for the patient, simplicity for the user and flexibility for healthcare facilities.

With the patient in mind
The Flowtron IPC system is designed to achieve a high level of patient acceptance – a critical factor in achieving positive DVT outcomes.

• Garments are constructed from lightweight, breathable fabric providing maximum comfort and helping to prevent build-up of heat and moisture.
• Ultra-quiet pump means little or no disturbance for the patient, aiding rest and recovery.
• Default/recommended therapy settings are intended to achieve optimal patient outcomes with minimum interference to the patient’s rest and comfort.

With the carer in mind
A series of features make the system easy to use at the point of delivery, saving valuable time and effort for carers.

• Auto Garment Recognition – the system adjusts pressure automatically according to garment type.
• Single patient use garments are easy to apply. Hook and loop fixings ensure a secure and snug fit, yet easy to adjust.
• The LCD User Interface provides instant feedback, clearly indicating system set-up, therapy status and actual pressure delivered.

With the facilty in mind
The system is designed to provide the best possible compliance with your DVT prevention protocol, helping to achieve low DVT incidence rates and reduce healthcare and litigation costs.

• Simple three-in-one design provides a choice of foot, calf or thigh compression from a single pump.
• The integrated battery maintains prophylaxis during patient transport.
• Single and dual compression with fail-safe feature – if a problem is
  detected on one side, compression continues on the other.

Using Flowtron
The Flowtron IPC system is suitable for DVT prophylaxis in acute care settings, in the pre-, intra-, and post-surgery phases, as a sole agent or when combined with a pharmacological agent.

Contraindications
IPC should NOT be used in the following conditions:

• Severe arteriosclerosis or other ischaemic vascular diseases
• Known or suspected acute DVT or phlebitis
• Severe congestive cardiac failure (CCF) or any condition where an increase of fluid to the heart may be detrimental
• Pulmonary embolism
• Any local condition in which garments would interfere, for example:
  gangrene, untreated, infected leg wounds, recent skin graft, dermatitis
  Local regulations may apply

_References

1. _{Morris RJ, Woodcock JP (2004). Evidenced based compression: prevention of stasis and deep vein thrombosis. Annals of Surgery; 239(2): 162-171}
   
2. _{Morris RJ, Giddings JC, Ralis HM, Jennings GM, Davies DA et al (2006). The influence of inflation rate on the hematologic and hemodynamic effects of intermittent pneumatic compression for deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis. Journal of Vascular Surgery; 44(5): 1039-1045.}
   
3. _{DVT rate collated from published results relating to Flowtron studies, including blood flow, fibrinolytic and compliance studies: 1992-2007}

_{References are drawn from our growing clinical reference library. For more information about Flowtron performance in clinical studies visit: www.ArjoHuntleigh.com/DVT}