Summary: Nihon Kohden America has made its NKV-440 Ventilator System available to a broader range of healthcare providers. This versatile device offers comprehensive respiratory support, improving care while addressing challenges like staff shortages and budget constraints.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NKV-440 provides all-in-one care with invasive and non-invasive ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy.
  • Its turbine-driven, cost-effective design reduces maintenance needs and supports easy transport within healthcare facilities.

Nihon Kohden America announced the availability of the NKV-440 Ventilator System, previously offered through its subsidiary, OrangeMed. The ventilator is now accessible to a wider range of healthcare providers.

Meeting Healthcare Challenges with the NKV-440 Ventilator

The system is designed to address key challenges healthcare facilities face, such as staff shortages, budget constraints, and the demand for adaptable, high-performance equipment.

“Healthcare providers need reliable, easy-to-use ventilators that can handle various patient needs without the need to switch devices,” said Roy Sakai, president of Nihon Kohden America. “The NKV-440 offers comprehensive respiratory support in one compact, portable unit.”

Key Features and Benefits of the NKV-440 Ventilator

The NKV-440 Ventilator System offers several important benefits:

  • All-in-One Care: It combines invasive ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, and high-flow oxygen therapy in a single device, simplifying patient care and saving bedside space.
  • Flexibility and Cost Efficiency: The turbine-driven design allows it to operate without wall air or costly compressors, supporting easy transport within the hospital and reducing maintenance costs.
  • Intuitive Design: The customizable app-based touchscreen interface makes it easy to use, reducing training time for new staff and improving overall efficiency.

“The NKV-440 ventilator has been a valuable addition to our respiratory solutions portfolio,” said Hong-Lin Du, MD, president of Nihon Kohden OrangeMed. “We’re excited to collaborate with Nihon Kohden America to bring this innovative ventilator to a broader market, ensuring more healthcare providers have access to this feature-rich solution.”