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Absorbent article with zones of differential stretch

1 August 2005
A stretchable absorbent article with zones of differential stretch has been developed by Kimberly-Clark of Neenah,Wisconsin, USA.
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Endovascular stent grafts better than surgery,survey reveals

1 August 2005
According to results of a trial conducted at 41 UK medical centres and published in The Lancet (18 June 2005), treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) with a stent graft is better than conventi
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Synergy offer for Shiloh

1 August 2005
Synergy Healthcare has made a recommended cash offer for UK healthcare group Shiloh. The offer values Shiloh at GBP8.7 million.
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Compression bandage combines stocking and dressing

1 August 2005
A compression bandage for supporting the tissue in the area between the foot and knee has been developed by Lohmann & Rauscher.
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Superabsorbent material

1 August 2005
Microtek Medical of Alpharetta, Georgia, USA, has introduced Mojave, a new superabsorbent material for the clinical environment.
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Wearable healthcare system

1 August 2005
February 2005 saw the successful completion of Wealthy - Wearable Healthcare System, a research project to develop a wearable textile health monitoring system.
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Liquid-absorbent pad

1 August 2005
A liquid-absorbent pad having a single, large through-slit as part of an absorbent article is described by First Quality Products in US Patent 6 852 101.
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Tampon with fluid-wicking over-wrap with skirt portions

1 August 2005
An improved absorbent catamenial (menstrual) tampon is disclosed by Procter & Gamble in US Patent 6 840 927.
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Sensory baby vest for monitoring vital parameters

1 August 2005
Researchers at ITV Denkendorf in Germany have developed a cost-efficient, preventive device that monitors vital parameters in babies.One application is to warn against sudden infant death syndrome.
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Saurer acquires Fehrer and Kortec

1 July 2005
Saurer describes it recent acquisitions of Fehrer and Kortec as an important milestone towards realizing its nonwoven strategy: the development of a complete technology platform.
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Compostable laminate

1 July 2005
Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc has developed a laminate that it claims can be composted and is biodegradable.
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Nanoparticles protect against chemicals and biological agents

1 July 2005
Gentex Corp of Livonia, Michigan, USA, has patented a form of protection incorporating reactive and adsorptive components in a multi-fibre protective filter.
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Compression garment for treatment of lymphoedema

1 July 2005
A compression garment for selective application in the treatment of lymphoedema and related illnesses is described in US Patent 6 852 089 by Innovative Medical.
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Tampon with widthwise expansion for improved leakage protection

1 July 2005
A tampon with improved leakage protection is disclosed in US Patent 6 837 882 by Procter & Gamble.
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London conference to debate reusable vs disposable diapers

1 July 2005
The Resource Recovery Forum (RRF) is to bring together key stakeholders in the current nappies (diapers) debate for a one-day conference to be held at the Cavendish Conference Centre in London, UK, on
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Splittable, multicomponent polyester

1 July 2005
Mechanically divisible fibres having at least one component including poly(lactide acid) and at least a second of aromatic polyester are the subject of US Patent 6 780 357.
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Infection-preventing products

1 July 2005
Molnlycke Health Care has expanded its Barrier range with the introduction of two comfortable products aimed at preventing surgical-site infections.
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Nonwovens and warp-knitted structures for maxillofacial surgery

1 July 2005
Biocompatible, absorbable, three-dimensional (3D) textile scaffolds are being developed to help regenerate oral mucosal tissue of patients following, for instance, surgery to remove head and neck canc
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Comformable,composite dressing

1 July 2005
A comformable, thin-film composite wound dressing has been developed by 3M.
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Tougher and lighter denim

1 July 2005
A version of denim which is said to be 15% lighter and 15% more durable than conventional fabrics, has been developed in the USA by DuPont.
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