Medline Industries, LP has successfully acquired AG Cuffill® from Hospitech Respiration Ltd., expanding its respiratory product portfolio. AG Cuffill, a compact device resembling a syringe, accurately measures airway cuff pressure and volume. The acquisition includes all domestic and international business assets, solidifying Medline’s commitment to providing innovative respiratory solutions for healthcare professionals globally.
Medline Industries, LP has finalized the acquisition of AG Cuffill® from Hospitech Respiration Ltd. As a leading manufacturer and supplier of medical supplies and solutions, Medline disclosed the successful acquisition, obtaining the manufacturing rights and intellectual property of AG Cuffill from Hospitech Respiration Ltd. The AG Cuffill device, resembling a syringe, offers a compact and intuitive solution for accurately measuring both pressure and volume of airway cuffs across various clinical environments.
Having initiated a partnership in October 2020, Medline and Hospitech collaborated for Medline to exclusively distribute AG Cuffill throughout all healthcare markets in the United States. This acquisition encompasses all domestic and international assets related to AG Cuffill business, marking another milestone in Medline’s expansion within the respiratory domain as the company broadens its airway management product range.
Tim Finnigan, general manager of Medline’s respiratory division, emphasized Medline’s dedication to integrating clinically distinct respiratory solutions to enhance healthcare operations globally. He noted, “The AG Cuffill is a unique tool that empowers clinicians to manage cuff pressure accurately and efficiently,” expressing excitement about incorporating AG Cuffill into Medline’s esteemed airway management portfolio for the long term.
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Hospitech Respiration Ltd’s CEO, Yoav Venkert, expressed pride in the successful collaboration with Medline, highlighting the effectiveness and synergy between the two innovative companies. He anticipates continued cooperation with Medline in commercializing additional products from their portfolio.
The significance of accurately measuring and adjusting cuff pressure cannot be overstated for patients intubated with cuffed endotracheal (ET) or tracheal tubes. AG Cuffill aids in enhancing patient safety while potentially reducing the risk of cross-contamination. It serves as a vital tool for medical professionals across various fields, including respiratory, anesthesia, first responders, and home providers, mitigating potential complications such as aspirations due to under-inflated cuffs or ischemic injuries resulting from over-inflation.
