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THE SURGICAL BEDDING CONCEPT – A NEW GENERATION

WITH

A new definition of patient comfort –

the feeling of weightlessness in surgery

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 M A DE OF A R EFINED AND
2.0 I M P R OV ED PUR * FOIL – NEW COLOUR

The product benefits of Vacuform® 2.0 surgical mattresses

Optimized pressure relief particularly soft, flexible and absolutely
(pressure test of ETH-HEMPA**) stable in form. Vacuform® 2.0 contains no
Free of latex, PVC and softening latex, PVC and zero softening agents such
agents (biocompatible) as e. g. DEHP and biocompatible. The
100% suitable for X-ray, MRI and opti mized pressure relief ensures the
CT use microcirculation needed by skin.
Image converter application
possible during surgery Vacuform® 2.0 is 100% permeable to
In color-therapy, the color magenta X-rays as well as suitable for MRI and CT
next to green is described: use, and they are equipped with a plastic
“Having a general harmonizing valve for one -handed operation.
effect on body and soul” Thanks to the new materials and techno-
logies, Vacuform ® 2.0 provides highest
Vacuform ® 2.0 is provided with a new possible comfort for the patient while
technology of a special coated PUR foil on ensuring optimal working conditional for
the bottom side and makes them slip- the surgical stuff and surgeon.
proof. The coating of the upper side is

The innovative Vacuform® 2.0 MicroSpace System

Further optimized pressure relief
“Weightless” feeling (like a water-
bed) despitestable immobilization
Surface nearly untextured

The secret of perfected adaptation to the

body by Vacuform® 2.0 surgical mattresses
is microballs of styrofoam, which are
stabilized by vacuum to give a lasting,
completely suppor tive form. O nly
Vacuform® 2.0 contains since many years
about the well proven and unique Micro-
Space System an increases the feeling of
physical comfort for the patient signifi-
MicroSpace filling in Conventional filling in cantly compared to conventional fillings.
the evacuated state the evacuated state

Reducing the diameter of the filler balls by

a fifth enables significantly more precise
adaptation of the surgical mattresses to
the body.
Arrangement of the Arrangement of the Arrangement of
Vacuform® 2.0 MicroSpace Vacuform® 2.0 MicroSpace conventional styrofoam
balls without vacuum balls under vacuum balls without vacuum

2 * PUR = Polyurethane foil (biocompatible)

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THE S TA N D A R D F O R Q U A L I T Y AND SAFETY
I N THE H OS P I TA L O F T H E F U T UR E
2.0

Decubitus prophilaxis in the operating theatre

Particularly during time-consuming ope- damage. The support pressure of the
rations or with patients who are older and patient is optimally distributed over the Head
in poor condition, there is a risk of pressu- whole body and thus reduced to a mini- Vertebral prominences
re points leading to acute decubital ul- mum. The micro­circulation needed by
Shoulder blade
cers* and paresis (paralysis from nerve da- the skin is unaffected. The patient has a
Elbow
mage). The individual, ergonomic body noticeable feeling of comfort, a feeling of
Sacrum
adaptation of Vacuform ® 2.0 surgical lightness and warmth.
Trochanter
mattresses effectively prevents such

Knee

* Decubitus (bedsore, pressure sore) is damage to the skin and underlying tissue caused by pressure sustained Ankle
for a longer period of time. It results in pain, isolation and reduced quality of life for the patient. Problems with
Heel
decubitus can arise with as little as 10 to 20 minutes of increased pressure. Follow-up therapy for this results
in Germany costs between 0.7 and 2 billion euros. (Pelka 1997)
Parts of the body at risk from decubitus

Safety on the operating table

No slippage on the surgery table
Safe immobilization
Extreme surgery table inclination possible
Fast, simple handling

The patient can be immobilized quickly Examples of Vacuform® 2.0

and securely in any desired position. This indications:
gives the surgeon optimal access to the ··Side position
operation area and allows safe handling ··Semi-lateral position
of the patient. Even the most extreme ··Supine position
tilting of the surgery table does not ··Seated / half-seated position
change the defined position of the ··Screw position
patient. The surgical positioning can be ··Lithotomy position
corrected at any time by relieving the ··Laparoscopic positions
vacuum, forming the surgical mattress to ··Inter-clinical transport
the new position of the patient and then
evacuating the air again. Moreover,
Vacuform® 2.0 surgical mattresses enable
transport between hospitals in a
defined surgical position.

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 P R ODUCT SAFETY AND INDIV IDUALITY
2.0 “ M ADE IN GER MANY ”

Cost reduction with Vacuform® 2.0

Prevention of sequelae Vacuform ® 2.0 contributes to efficiency saving of additional materials, fast
Saves additional materials and leads to considerable cost reduction cleaning and long reusability even with
Long reusability through fast, simple handling, prevention constant use.
Covers a wide range of surgeries of sequelae such as decubitus and paresis,
Intra-operative illumination
possible

The University Hospital Inselspital in Berne regarding the experience with

Vacuform® surgical mattresses:
“The many years of work with the vacuum mattress have given us many advantages
with respect to patient safety, quality of the individual positions, simplified handling,
time savings and cost reduction by saving of additional bedding material. Once
could maintain that the number of sequelae such as decubitus and paresis have
decreased to insignificance with the use of Vacuform® surgical mattresses.”

Pressure measurement:
The main reason for the occurrence of underlying disease, state of health, age, support pressuring values under equal
decubitus is the coaction of pressure, etc. have an influence. But fact is: less conditions and same period. The specia-
respectively shearing and time. How much support pressure allows a longer pressure lized vacuum system Siliplus, developed
pressure how long acting on the body, impact! for mayor surgery’s, shows the best value.
without causing damage is very different. The support pressure measuring between
To provide gene­rally binding pressure and the actual green Vacuform® and the new
time specifications is not possible, as the pink Vacuform® 2.0 pointed out optimized

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THE A P P ROP R I AT E S U R G I C A L MATTR ESS
FO R A N Y P OS I T I O N
2.0

The expanded Vacuform® 2.0 selection of surgical mattresses

Expanded standard selection For all interventions requiring special surgical mattresses for obese patients as
Models for obese patients positioning for surgery, the Vacuform® 2.0 well as a vacuum mattress as a contem-
Custom product production product line offers surgical mattresses porar y alternative to a plaster bed.
to satisfy all the relevant requirements Furthermore, we are able to make nearly
for the indication. The new, expanded any special size you require.
Vacuform ® 2.0 product line includes

100 cm

Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0
universal surgical universal surgical universal surgical lower leg and foot shoulder surgical Murpf surgical
mattress mattress mattress surgical mattress mattress mattress for side
75 x 200 cm 65 x 200 cm 100 x 200 cm 75 x 200 cm 75 x 200 cm positioning
# 34 66 105 # 34 66 205 # 34 66 104 # 34 66 505 # 34 66 605 95/70 x 212 cm
including additional pillow # 34 66 305
35 x 30 cm
50 cm
# 34 66 605-k
25 cm

12,5 12,5 cm
145,5 cm
95 cm

Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0

shoulder surgical mattress »plaster bed« with
75 x 200 cm vacuum technology, # 34 66 305
# 34 66 405 reusable, e.g. for inoperable
spondylitis
75 x 200 cm
# 34 66 610

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 A VARIETY OF PRODUCTS FOR ANY SITUATION
2.0 „ M ADE IN GER MANY “

Vacuform® 2.0 short surgical mattresses

100
125

105 cm
100

100

Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0
short surgical mattress short surgical mattress short surgical mattress short surgical mattress short Murpf surgical mattress
75 x 125 cm 100 x 100 cm 75 x 100 cm with cutout with cutout e.g. for hip surgery
# 34 65 205 # 34 66 005 # 34 65 005 · 75 x 100 cm in side position
# 34 65 105 95/80 x 105 cm
· 75 x 125 cm # 34 66 007
# 34 65 305
· 100 x 100 cm
# 34 66 006

The comprehensive offering of VACUFORM The use as a simple pad or for general
products helps you achieve almost any decubitus prophylaxis is also possible. The
position and positioning for patients. partial or whole fixed positioning during
The cushions can be used universally for a CT, MRI or X-ray extends the field of
the partial positioning of arms and legs, application many times over.
positioning the head or positioning of
small children and babies.

Vacuform® 2.0 surgical cushions

60 40 30

30
40
80

70

70

40

35

Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform® 2.0
surgical cushion surgical cushion surgical cushion surgical cushion surgical neck cushion
60 x 80 cm 40 x 70 cm 30 x 70 cm 30 x 40 cm 40 x 35 cm
# 34 64 005 # 34 63 005 # 34 62 005 # 34 61 005 # 34 67 005

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SURGIC A L P O S I T I O N I N G S Y S T EM:
R ELI A BL E – RE F I N E D - S U I T E D - E S SENTIAL
2.0

Vacuum mattress for laparoscopic sigma resection

A special positioning of the patient is needed for a laparoscopic

sigma resection.
Part No.: 3465315
Size: 75/100 x 125 cm with section

The shape of this newly developed here prevents paresis (paralysis) and
mattress in the VACUFORM 2.0 product nerve damage. The underside of the
series enablesthe positioning of the mattress is equipped with a slip-proof spe-
patient in a lithotomy position with cial coating. In this extreme Trendelenburg
elongated arms and an extremely low position during a laparoscopic sigma
position of the head. For this purpose, resection, a non-slip film should additio-
the mattress has a widening from the nally be positioned between the vacuum
height of the shoulders to the hands. They mattress and the operating table.
can be shaped at the shoulders so that This widening is not necessary for a per-
the patient can be held in this position fect positioning of the head and pelvis.
without shoulder support. The individual The mattress is also equipped with a
adjustment in the area of the shoulders section in the lower area.

Trendelenburg Position

Vacuform® 2.0
short surgical mattress with cutout
75/100 x 125 cm
# 34 65 315

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Vacuform® 2.0 Siliplus – die optimierte OP-Vakuummatratze

Once more modified pressure release Because of the combination and the per- quality is now available. At the same
Accurately fitting and efficient manent compound of both components, time all the other advantages are
Especially for long term operations which are already used as independent preserved with a patient positioning
products in the OP, the pressure release w ith Vacuform ® 2.0 mat tres s es or
Vacuform® 2.0 Siliplus is a new, further becomes improved extensive. Especially Vacuform® 2.0 cushions. This are mainly
optimised vacuum mattress from the while ope­rations, e. g. in the oncological the security of the patient on the OP
Vacuform ® 2.0 series. A system that is surgery, which can last sometimes longer table also with extreme table inclinations,
essential in the Operation Theatre for than 20 hours, is this important to gua- cost reduction by saving of time with
many years. ranty an optimum pressure release. positioning and cleaning, X-ray porosity,
Vacuform ® 2.0 Siliplus is a compound MRI- and CT suitability and many more.
system with which a silicone gel mat is With Vacuform ® 2.0 Siliplus a vacuum
firmly connected with a vacuum cushion. mattress which owns this determining

Vacuform® 2.0 Siliplus siliconmat

75 x 100 cm
··transparent # 370 65 005
··blue # 371 65 005 (not shown)
75 x 200 cm
··transparent # 370 66 105
··blue # 371 66 105 (not shown)

Vacuform® 2.0 Siliplus – with integrated silicone pad

Available in blue or transparent
125
100

Vacuform®2.0 Siliplus Vacuform®2.0 Siliplus Vacuform®2.0 Siliplus

with integrated silicone pad with integrated silicone pad with integrated silicone pad
75 x 100 cm 75 x 125 cm 75 x 200 cm
· transparent # 37 065 005 · transparent # 37 065 205 · transparent # 37 066 105
· blue # 37 165 005 · blue # 37 165 205 · blue #37 166 105

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 Die Druckauflagemessung
Die Druckauflagemessung
zwischen der bekannten
zwischen der
grünen
Die Druckauflagemessung bekannten
Vacuform
zwischen Die
grünen
und
der Druckauflagemessung
Vacuform
der neuen
bekannten und der
grünen zwischen
neuen
Vacuform undder
derbekannten
neuen grün
Vacuform 2.0 zeigten
Vacuform
nochmals
2.0 zeigten
optimierte
nochmals
Vacuform Werte
2.0 optimierte
in der
zeigten Vacuform
Auflagedruckmessung
Werteoptimierte
nochmals in der 2.0 zeigten
Auflagedruckmessung
beiin
Werte gleichennochmals optimiertebei
bei gleichen
der Auflagedruckmessung Werte in der
gleichen
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Süber
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N D A RVoraussetzungen
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über
Zeitraum.
denselben Zeitraum. Voraussetzungen über denselben Zeitraum.
über denselben Zeitraum. 2.0
Das Spezialsystem
DasSiliplus
Spezialsystem
für Langzeitoperationen
Siliplus
Das für Langzeitoperationen
Spezialsystem bietet bei
Siliplus fürder Das bei
Spezialsystem
Auflagedruckmessung
bietet Siliplus fürAuflagedruckmessung
der Auflagedruckmessung
Langzeitoperationen den
bietet beiklar
der Langzeitoperationen
den klar biete
den k
besten Wert. besten Wert. besten Wert. besten Wert.

Vacuform 1 Vacuform 1 Vacuform 1 Vacuform

Siliplus 12.0 Vacuform
Pressure measurement: Vacuform
Vacuform®
2.0 Vacuform 2.0
Vacuform® 2.0 Vacuform
Siliplus 2.0
Siliplusin
2.0mmHg Siliplus 2.0 2.0
100,00
Ask us for detailed measuring values
to the edition pressure measure-
ment. The measurements became
in cooperation with the EMPA
(Swiss) and Compliant Concept.

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für detaillierte
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uns für detaillierte Messwerte zur Fragen
zur Auflagedruckmessung.
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mit zur Auflagedruckmessung.
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The Vacuform® 2.0 surgical hood and head-triangular cushion

This specially developed hood encloses the Particularly suitably for all OP positions The patient will be positioned in a comfort-
entire head and fits the head ideally using in back position. The new head-triangular able situation with an optimally supported
the Vacuform® 2.0 principle. The valve for cushion make a back storage perceptibly head. Depending of this the patient keeps
evacuating the air is on the outer left side more comfortably. By its triangular form calm and still by more well-being.
of the hood; there is an opening on the and the cut out, the cervical area will be
outer right side which enables styrofoam more supported. The pillow can be used Vacuform® 2.0 head-triangular cushion
balls to be added or removed to obtain an singular or also in addition, adapted leg length ca. 40 x 40 x 50 cm # 34 64 705
ideal fit. The hood can be used to immo- under the head. The application as a
bilize the patient’s head during computer pillow by operations in the dentist‘s chair
tomography (CT), angiography, etc., is recommendable.
because it is permeable to X-rays. For
use in radiology, we offer a special plastic
vacuum hand pump equipped with a
non-magnetic brass rod.

Vacuform® 2.0 surgical hood, small

collar circumference 61 cm # 34 64 700

Vacuform® 2.0 surgical hood, large

collar circumference 75 cm # 34 64 701

# 34 64 700/ 701 # 34 64 705

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2.0 T H E VACUFOR M ® 2.0 SER IES

Vacuform® 2.0 QuickForm – with 6 chamber system

It has been proven time and again that Advantages of the 6 chamber mattress:
there must be the possibility to be able to Immediate readiness. The filling is
reposition the vacuum mattress so that it optimally spaced.
creates the optimal individual position for Preparation that saves time and
every patient. money.
Due to this, a fixed position of the filling Unrestricted use of all advantages
through a multiple chamber system in the of VACUFORM 2.0: optimal adjust-
vacuum mattress is not always recommen- ment, decubitus prophylaxis, safety,
ded. There are however surgeries that do heat storage, prevents nerve
not last long and during these, the patient damage, optimal access to the
for example will be positioned in a simple operation area etc.
supine position. Here it will often suffice
due to the short duration of the surgery to
forego the use of the vacuum mattress,
although this will be more comfortable for
the patient in any case. Even brief surge-
ries can cause a bad physical condition in
patients (cachectic) in Decubitus.

# 34 366 105 # 343 66 005

Versions of a 6 chamber system:

Vacuform® 2.0 QuickForm
80 cm

75 cm

80 cm 80 cm 100 cm 100 cm
200 cm

125 cm
100 cm
100 cm

100 cm

100 cm

Vacuform®2.0 Vacuform®2.0 Vacuform®2.0 Vacuform®2.0 Vacuform®2.0 Vacuform®2.0 Sigma Lap

QuickForm QuickForm QuickForm QuickForm QuickForm QuickForm
80 x 100 cm 80 x 100 cm 100 x 100 cm 100 x 100 cm 80 x 200 cm 75 /100 x 125 cm
# 34 365 005 with cutout # 34 366 005 with cutout # 34 366 105 with cutout
# 34 365 105 # 34 366 006 # 34 365 315

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PATIE N T P OS I T I O N I N G
2.0

Vacuform® 2.0 surgical equipment

# 34 66 905

# 5370

# 5340/50 # 5320 # 34 90 122 # 34 90 123 # 34 66 900/901 # 34 66 906

Vacuum hand pumps Repair kit Non-slip-sheeting and -mat

In case there is no vacuum system in the For damages up to max. 5 cm we recom- prevents slippage of the surgical mattress
operating room, we offer a selection of mend this repair kit with the enclosed in extreme positions, such as during lapa-
easy-to-use vacuum hand pumps for all pieces of foil and glue. roscopic sigma resections. The sheeting is
Vacuform® 2.0 products: # 34 90 122 easy to clean and reusable.

Metal vacuum pump with foot stand For the reparation of needle holes and Non-slip-sheet
Length 60 cm # 5320 short cuts with max. 2 cm this repair kit 40 x 100 cm # 34 66 900
Plastic vacuum pump with the self-adhesive foil is a fast and Roll of non-slip for to take a short cut
Length 32 cm # 5340 simple solution. Roll 40 x 900 cm # 34 66 901
Plastic vacuum pump with #34 90 123
non-magnetic brass rod Non-slip-mat, round
Length 32 cm # 5350 Ø 19 cm # 34 66 905
Plastic vacuum pump Non-slip-mat
Length 45 cm # 5370 25 x 35 cm # 34 66 906

Carrying bag # 34 66 800

silver, 80 x 100 cm, suitable for all sizes

# 34 66 800

The Vacuform® 2.0 surgical sheet

The Vacuform ® 2.0 surgical sheet is 3. A layer impermeable to liquid to protect
equipped with 8 handles for turning and the surgical mattress and operating
repositioning the patient. Its outstanding table. The composition of the fibers
features include high durability, silky com- used effectively prevents rewetting,
fort and a long service life. The material so the Vacuform ® 2.0 surgical sheet
consists of three layers: essentially always feels dry.

1. A soft velour surface. Vacuform® 2.0 surgical sheet

2. A extremely absorbent Triton™ layer 80 x 220 cm
able to handle up to 1.25 liters of liquid # 34 70 000
per m².

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Plastic products for health

and emergency services

B. u. W. Schmidt GmbH
Porschestraße 29
D-30827 Garbsen
Phone: +49 (0) 5131 / 6008
Fax: +49 (0) 5131 / 96393
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.buwschmidt.com

Since 1961, B. u. W. Schmidt GmbH in Garbsen near Hanover has

produced precision products made of high-frequency welded flat
sheets for the health and emergency services sector. Faultless quality
and workmanship, easy handling and rugged materials are the basis
for the uncompromising safety of our products.

Our service ensures short delivery times and fast repairs in our factory.
The quality management system of B.u.W. Schmidt GmbH is EN ISO
certified. All equipment complies with the German Medical Device Act
(MPG) and bears the CE mark.

If you cannot find the desired items or dimensions in this brochure,

please contact us regarding custom production. Our computer-aided
production system enables us to make equipment to meet your
individual requirements in all sizes up to 150 x 250 cm.
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