GD's Solution Suite Featured in Study on Reducing Door-to-Balloon Time

Ridgefield, NJ - July 16, 2024 -General Devices (GD), an industry leader of innovative communication solutions for emergency medical services (EMS), hospitals, state and regional healthcare teams, has announced that its technologies have been prominently featured in a new study. "Reducing Door-to-Balloon Time using EMS-Initiated App-based Communication", published in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, highlights significant advancements in the management of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) through improved EMS-to-hospital communication.

The study underscores the critical impact of the GD Solution Suite in streamlining and expediting the treatment process for heart attack patients. By integrating GD’s solution, e-Bridge, EMS teams can now seamlessly transmit essential patient information, including EKG data, directly to hospital staff en route, enabling faster diagnosis and preparation for immediate intervention upon the patient's arrival.

Key Findings from the Study:

1. Reduced Door-to-Balloon Time: The study revealed that the use of EMS-initiated app-based communication significantly reduced the door-to-balloon time, the interval between a patient's arrival at the hospital and the inflation of the balloon catheter during angioplasty. Patients in the study experienced a 7.2-minute reduction in door-to-balloon time, leading to better outcomes and increased survival rates.

2. Reduced Emergency Department Board Time: The study showcased that the use of e-Bridge decreased emergency department board times by 4.41 minutes, enhancing efficiency during emergency department processes. 
   
   

3. Enhanced Coordination: GD’s app-based communication facilitated real-time coordination between EMS and hospital teams. This enhanced coordination ensured that hospital staff were prepared and waiting for the patient, further decreasing critical treatment times.

GD remains committed to advancing healthcare communication and providing innovative solutions that empower EMS and hospital teams to deliver the highest standard of care. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, GD’s technologies are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of emergency medical response.

ABOUT GD (General Devices)

GD is a Healthtech company specializing in communication solutions that help EMS and hospitals deliver simply seamless patient care. Powered by responsive innovation, GD’s user-friendly solutions facilitate rapid, secure, voice, telehealth and data sharing communications across care teams to help save time, money and lives. Backed by a 40+ year history and thousands of implementations, GD is an experienced industry leader. Visit https://general-devices.com/ to learn more.

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