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Article: Covidien launches new syringe with RFID to prevent errors.
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- Medical Device Daily
- Article date:
- July 29, 2008
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Covidien launches new syringe with RFID to prevent errors
By OMAR FORD
Medical Device Daily Staff Writer
In order to reduce the number of medical complications due to errors in injections, Covidien (St. Louis) has created what can arguably be called a "smart" syringe.
Utilizing radio frequency identification (RFID) with its Ultraject prefilled contrast media syringes and its Optivantage DH power advantage, the company has developed a syringe that will not shoot an injection if there is an incorrect dosage.
The company reported launching the device yesterday and discussed particulars of the product with Medical Device Daily ...