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Inovus Medical Unveils Second Generation HystAR© Pro and LapAR©
Pro Simulators at IMSH Global Healthcare Simulation Congress
San Diego, January 18th, 2024 — Inovus
Medical, a leading innovator in surgical
training technologies, proudly announces the
launch of the second generation HystAR© Pro
and LapAR© Pro simulators, showcasing the
latest advancements in surgical simulation.
These cutting-edge simulators were of昀椀cially
unveiled at the International Meeting on
Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) Global
Healthcare Simulation Congress in San Diego.
Since the successful debut of the HystAR©
Pro and LapAR© Pro simulators in 2020,
Inovus Medical has been at the forefront
of revolutionizing surgical training through
hybrid technologies. The second generation
simulators represent a signi昀椀cant leap forward
in technology, with enhanced features
designed to provide an unparalleled simulation
experience for healthcare professionals.
The HystAR© Pro and LapAR© Pro simulators
boast notable enhancements in three
key areas: extensibility, ergonomics, and
serviceability.
Extensibility: The new simulators have been
meticulously designed to accommodate a
broader range of surgical scenarios, offering a
more comprehensive training experience.
This ensures that medical professionals can
re昀椀ne their skills across various procedures
with heightened realism.
Ergonomics: In response to user feedback
and evolving industry standards, the second
generation simulators feature improved
ergonomics for a more immersive and
comfortable
training
experience.
The
user-friendly design enhances the overall
effectiveness of the simulation, allowing
practitioners to focus on re昀椀ning their skills
with greater ease.
Serviceability: Inovus Medical has prioritized
serviceability, streamlining maintenance and
support processes to minimize downtime.
The enhanced serviceability of the simulators
ensures a seamless training experience,
contributing to increased ef昀椀ciency in surgical
training programs.
The advancements in the HystAR© Pro and
LapAR© Pro simulators are a direct result
of Inovus Medical’s commitment to meeting
the evolving needs of the global surgical
community. Since their initial launch in 2020,
these simulators have garnered widespread
acclaim and adoption worldwide, reaf昀椀rming
the company’s position as a leader in surgical
simulation technology.
Jordan Van Flute, Chief Technology Of昀椀cer at
Inovus Medical, expressed enthusiasm about
the second generation simulators, stating,
“Our commitment to continuous improvement
in surgical training is unwavering. The
HystAR Pro and LapAR Pro simulators
represent a signi昀椀cant evolution in surgical
simulation technology. The improvements in
extensibility, ergonomics, and serviceability
are a direct response to the valuable feedback
we’ve received from our global user base.
We believe these enhancements will further
elevate the training experience for healthcare
professionals, enabling them to excel in their
respective 昀椀elds.”
Inovus Medical invites healthcare professionals,
educators, and industry enthusiasts to
experience the HystAR© Pro and LapAR©
Pro simulators 昀椀rst-hand at the IMSH Global
Healthcare Simulation Congress in San Diego.
Visit our booth #932 to witness the future of
surgical simulation and explore the innovative
features that set these simulators apart.
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Vasectomies rising in popularity among young men in Belgium
An increasing number of Belgian men are
opting for vasectomies, according to recent
data from the National Institute for Health
and Disability Insurance (NIHDI).
during the same period. Surprisingly, men
aged between 20 and 24 are also seeking
vasectomies, signalling a shift in attitudes
towards family planning at a younger age.
The vasectomy procedure involves the
urologist cutting a segment of the connecting
tube between the testicle and the prostate,
preventing the transport of sperm cells. While
the procedure is technically reversible, it does
not guarantee fertility restoration, and the
body may not ef昀椀ciently transport sperm cells
to the prostate after reconnection.
Remaining childless
The NIHDI data reveals a notable rise in
vasectomies, particularly among men aged 25
to 29. While the trend is not new, what stands
out is the growing preference among younger
men to take this signi昀椀cant step, driven by a
mix of personal choices and societal factors.
Over the past decade, there has been a 47%
increase in vasectomies in the 25 to 29 age
group. The trend is even more pronounced
among men in their 30s, nearly doubling
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While many no longer wish to have children,
an increasing number of younger men are
expressing a deliberate choice to remain
childless. Urologist Dieter Ost from the AZ
hospital in Dendermonde told Het Nieuwsblad
that the decision to undergo a vasectomy is
becoming more conscious among both couples
and young men.
Studies conducted by Ilse Delbaere of Vives’
Care Innovation Expertise Centre further
support this trend. Out of nearly 2,000
adolescents surveyed, over 10% 昀椀rmly rejected
the idea of having children. A separate study
in the United States found that 23% of young
adult men share this sentiment, emphasising
a growing cohort of individuals opting for a
child-free lifestyle.
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What is intriguing about this trend is the
underlying reasons why young men are
choosing a childless life. While concerns
about the geopolitical situation and climate
change are prevalent, 昀椀nancial considerations
take precedence, according to the studies of
Ilse Delbaere. Many young individuals fear
that their current 昀椀nancial situations may
not support the upbringing of children in a
satisfactory manner.
Urologists Dieter Ost and Piet Hoebeke of
Ghent University Hospital acknowledged to
Het Nieuwsblad that 昀椀nancial considerations
often play a pivotal role when patients
contemplate vasectomies.
As societal and economic landscapes continue
to evolve, it seems that the decision to
undergo a vasectomy is not only driven by
personal desires but is also increasingly
in昀氀uenced by broader concerns about the
world and 昀椀nancial stability.
Source: The Brussels Times By Nick Amies
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