Follow on Google News News By Tag Industry News News By Place Country(s) Industry News
Follow on Google News | Gaymar Joins Forces with Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association to Improve Patient Survival RatesGaymar announces support for the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association (SCAA)
By: Bob Chase The SCAA promotes efforts to broaden public access to defibrillation and other initiatives for improving the survival rates of patients suffering from sudden cardiac arrest. Gaymar’s sponsorship will support the association’ “Sudden cardiac arrest strikes down more than 300,000 adults every year—one victim every two minutes—and we know that the vast majority of deaths from this affliction are preventable,” At medical facilities across the country, Gaymar has provided clinicians with the advanced technology and training needed to support therapeutic hypothermia treatment protocols, which are especially effective for victims of ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, the most common forms of sudden cardiac arrest. Patients who have experienced a cardiac arrest requiring resuscitation are at risk for significant neurologic impairment due to cerebral ischemia. More than 85% of patients successfully resuscitated in the field after cardiac arrest later perish from hypoxic-ischemic brain injury. Victims of ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia arrest who have been cooled are more likely to survive and have improved functional outcomes, since cooling the patient shortly after arrest for 12 to 24 hours and then rewarming at a controlled rate allows oxygen-deprived cells to recover safely from the shock of cardiac arrest. “At Gaymar, we have been promoting the benefits of therapeutic cooling for the better part of a decade, and we have seen firsthand how proper education and training can save lives,” said Dr. Thomas Stewart, President of Gaymar Industries. “We share a common goal with the SCAA, and we fully endorse their efforts to save the lives of sudden cardiac arrest victims and help them lead happier, healthier lives.” About the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association (SCAA) is an organization singularly focused on sudden cardiac arrest. It identifies and unites survivors, those at risk of sudden cardiac arrest, as well as others who are interested in being advocates on SCAA issues in their communities and beyond. The membership is dedicated to promoting solutions to prevent sudden cardiac death, including increased awareness, immediate bystander action, public access to defibrillation (PAD), and access to therapies such as cardiac cooling and implantable cardiac defibrillators. SCAA is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. More information about the association is available at www.suddencardiacarrest.org. # # # About Gaymar Founded in 1956, Gaymar produces state-of-the art pressure ulcer and temperature management solutions that provide relief to millions of patients annually worldwide with unmatched efficacy, comfort and safety. Owned by the Nautic Partners, LLC, Gaymar is also a global leader in health education clinical studies and clinical resources that deliver a multi-faceted approach for preventing or relieving pain and suffering to enhance the quality of life. Gaymar is committed to the development of clinical solutions in a way that promotes caring, passion, quality, innovation and integrity. Visit Gaymar on the Web at www.gaymar.com. End
Account Email Address Disclaimer Report Abuse
|
|