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Telford, PA / Andover, MA, February 25, 2008 — At HIMSS 2008, Dräger unveiled for the U.S., the newly improved Infinity Omega solution, now with a widescreen. This integrated two-screen patient monitoring solution, consisting of a full-function patient monitor is also capable of supporting patient transport. Its 20" medical-grade touchscreen bedside computer brings IT applications to the point of care. Infinity Omega displays real-time monitoring and ventilation data together with networked data — such as lab results, DICOM / X-ray images, and patient/anesthesia data management system information — and allows control of monitoring functions from either screen.

Based on a powerful combination of technical innovations, the Infinity Omega solution integrates an Infinity Delta series patient monitor and docking station with an Infinity C700 for IT workstation and Infinity Explorer software. The Infinity Delta monitor provides continuous monitoring at the bedside and on transport, while the patented Infinity Docking Station provides power, network connectivity and departmental screen configuration data. The Infinity C700 displays integrated patient data at the bedside on a 20" wide touchscreen display. Infinity Explorer software enables two-way communication between the Delta and the Infinity C700, bridging the gap between patient monitors and the IT infrastructure of the hospital.

According to Helge Hussy, CEO and president, Draeger Medical, Inc., "The synergy of the Infinity Omega solution puts the information physicians and other caregivers need at their fingertips — which can support decision making, save time spent looking for information, and help reduce the potential for medical error. In addition, the integrated transport solution saves time in patient transport and supports patient safety."

The Infinity Omega solution provides a unique combination of features to support all departments, including:

• Comprehensive patient information: brings data from diverse sources to the point of care
  
  
• Integrated two-screen solution: supports bedside workflow for multiple caregivers
  
  
• Dual control: allows control of monitoring functions from either device
  
  
• 20" touchscreen display: has a thin, space-saving profile and quiet fan-less design
  
  
• Seamless transport: continues to monitor the same parameters on transport; eliminates the need for transport monitors

Through the Infinity Network, patient information gathered at the bedside can be viewed simultaneously at the Infinity CentralStation, which gathers and displays information from Infinity bedside and telemetry monitors for up to 32 patients. This data includes alarms, real-time waveforms and parameters, laboratory values, and respiratory and ventilator information. Clinical applications in the Infinity CentralStation — such as Full and Event Disclosure, ST Segment Analysis, and 12-Lead Rest ECG Analysis and Trend Display — enhance patient care management by providing rapid assessment, decision support and clinical reporting.

In addition, information from the Infinity CentralStation can be viewed remotely via the hospital network through Dräger's innovative remote viewing applications.