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The Importance of Screening for Atrial Fibrillation (AF) in GP Practices

15/11/2023

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm disorder that affects approximately a million people in the UK. While it can often go undetected, the consequences of untreated AF can be severe. Thi…

Best 12 Lead ECG Machines in the UK (Portable and PC)

15/07/2022

What is a 12 Lead ECG Machine?  An ECG or EKG (electrocardiogram) machine records the rate, rhythm and electrical activity of a heart. It’s used to help to detect heart problems such as, an irregula…

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Talbot Medical Centre enhance their waiting room with Envisage

30/04/2019

"We are extremely happy with the Envisage system. We love the educational material, our patients are clearly watching it and are learning as they wait." Talbot Medical Centre is a large unlimited …

Preparing for a 12 lead ECG

15/04/2019

The 12 lead ECG machine is a valuable tool in the diagnosis of cardiovascular problems but only if performed accurately. Before performing a 12 lead ECG, it is important that you, your equipment and …

Reducing ECG artifact

20/03/2019

Artifact when taking a 12 lead ECG is a very common occurrence, especially in a busy GP practice. Poor signal quality can cause noise, or artifact, on the ECG machine, which in turn can lead to inacc…

How to Perform a Spirometry Test

14/03/2019

Spirometry is one of the most common tests performed in primary care and is used to measure a patient’s lung volume and air flow. It is an essential tool used in the diagnosis, assessment and monitor…

Pioneer Medical Group experience the benefits of integrated spirometry

11/03/2019

“The nurses, who were initially reluctant to change, are now convinced after experiencing the many benefits of the SpiroConnect spirometer and I3 Integration" Pioneer Medical Group are a multi-sit…

12 ECG Lead Placement Guide

06/03/2019

The correct positioning of leads is essential to taking an accurate 12 lead resting ECG. Incorrect lead placement can cause a false diagnosis of infarction or negative changes on the ECG machine. Do…

*Order Delays - Monday 4th February*

07/01/2019

Please note that any orders placed after 12pm on Monday 4th February may not be processed and shipped until Wednesday 6th February.  This is due to an important urgent system upgrade taking place du…

Christmas Opening Hours

23/11/2018

We would like to wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for all your support throughout 2018 and we look forward to a great 2019!Our opening hours over the Christmas…

Turbine Spirometer Calibration Explained

20/09/2018

Turbine spirometers are characterised by extremely stable calibration1,2. In contrast, other types of spirometer transducer may be sensitive to environmental factors and contamination3. Study 1 - (s…

New Spirometry Turbine Transducer – Low Flow Problem Solved

17/09/2018

The use of turbine technology for spirometers was first described in 19821 and has become popular in general practice. The turbine transducer consists of two fixed swirl plates at either end of a sh…