Neonatal bedside resuscitation unit
In the first few moments of life there can be a
real dilemma for clinical staff. Despite the clear
evidence outlining the benefits of Optimal Cord
Clamping, most guidelines state that priority
should be given to resuscitation of the infant.
The LifeStart™ eliminates this dilemma. Designed
with input from experienced paediatricians,
midwives and obstetricians, its compact design
allows the LifeStart™ to be easily positioned close
to the mother, enabling the infant’s airway to
be supported on a warm platform whilst leaving
the umbilical cord intact. This helps to facilitate
improved placental transfusion and smoother
cardiovascular transition, providing the best
starting life for the baby.
Unmatched versatility
The LifeStart™ brings together all the necessary equipment required to the
bedside on a compact platform that can be adjusted in height to suit most
types of delivery, including natural birth and C-section.
Suctioning Low flow venturi suction can be supplied as an optional
accessory to mount on the LifeStart™.
LifeStart™ Timer Built-in timer audio alerts a single, double and triple beep at 1, 2 and 3 minutes respectively to indicate how much time has passed with the umbilical cord still intact, without having to visually check the display.
Blender/Flowmeter Air/oxygen blender and flowmeter can be supplied as an optional accessory to mount on the LifeStart™.
AlphaCore5 Patient Warming System Optional accessory combines a LifeStart™ mattress with a simple to use AlphaCore5 Controller to assist in maintaining the infant’s coretemperature during resuscitation.
Cylinder Holder Stores Air and Oxygen cylinders forsafe manoeuvrability.
LifeStart™ perfect transitional care
Placental Transfusion
Immediate cord clamping reduces placental transfusion and potentially deprives a term baby of 20-30mg/kg of iron: sufficient for a newborn baby for around three months2. The LifeStart™ can be easily positioned close to mum to aid placental transfusion with the cord intact.
Airway Support
The Medirails on the LifeStart™ enable the addition of a resuscitation device, such as the Inspire rPAP™. Inspire rPAP™ is a noninvasive system for the stabilisation and resuscitation of infants. The system reduces the imposed work of breathing by up to 92%5, ensuring the infant doesn’t tire so quickly.
Cardiovascular Transition
Initial stabilisation of the airway during placental transfusion is thought to improve cardiovascular transition1. The LifeStart™ can be configured with all the necessary equipment to manage the infant’s airway effectively, whilst the cord remains intact.
Effective Hypothermia Management
Neonatal Hypothermia is a global issue and an important factor in morbidity and mortality of all birthweights and gestational ages4. The LifeStart™ has the option to be fitted with the AlphaCore5 Patient Warming System to assist in maintaining core temperature during resuscitation.
Family Centred Care
Resuscitation of newborns is a stressful experience for parents. Bedside resuscitation allows family members to stay together for mutual comfort, without having to be separated from their baby during this worrying procedure.
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