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Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Paragonix Technologies LIVERguard® Used in Cross-Country Donor Liver Transplant Case
WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Paragonix Technologies, Inc., a leader in organ preservation technology, announces an exciting achievement for its Paragonix LIVERguard® System as the device safely preserved a donor liver during a recovery which covered the cross-country distance from the West Coast to North Carolina. This incredible journey resulted in a successful transplant at Duke University Hospital, one of the largest organ transplant centers in the world. The case marks one of the longest liver procurements on record utilizing advanced hypothermic preservation and highlights the potential of this technology to procure more donor livers at greater distances, potentially enabling more life-saving transplants. Duke University Hospital received a donor match on the West Coast for a patient on its waitlist. Historically, due to the organ's distance from the hospital, the team would have to seriously consider the impact of out of body time (cold ischemic time) of the organ for the recipient. As an early adopter of advanced hypothermic liver preservation technology, the transplant team felt confident that the technology would successfully preserve the organ in an optimal condition. This long-distance transplant case demonstrates the impact of advanced preservation technology on increasing access to donor organs, with this donor liver traveling over 2,000 nautical miles. 'Traditionally, geographical distance has played a crucial role in assessing donor organ suitability. The advent of innovative technologies such as advanced liver preservation now enables transplant centers to broaden their access to donor organs, facilitating better matches between recipients and available organs,' stated Dr. Andrew Barbas, Associate Professor of Surgery at Duke University Hospital. More than 106,000 patients are currently on the national transplant waitlist in the U.S. making expanding donor pools and optimizing available resources critical. Controlled hypothermic preservation has shown significant benefits for liver transplants. The LIVERguard system's compact and easy-to-transport design combines stable cooling technology driven by real-time data monitoring, ensuring donor livers arrive in optimal condition and improving the process from donation to recipient. 'We are committed to honoring both the donor and recipient throughout the organ transplantation process," said Dr. Lisa Anderson, President of Paragonix Technologies. "By leveraging advanced technologies like LIVERguard, surgeons can now offer organs to patients that were previously inaccessible due to distance or prolonged ischemic time. This capability ensures the donor's gift is respected, allowing for optimal matches with recipients who are most in need.' For more information about Paragonix, visit About Paragonix Technologies Paragonix Technologies is a leading developer, manufacturer, and service provider in the organ transplant industry, establishing a novel approach to organ preservation. A Getinge company, Paragonix Technologies provides Advanced Organ Preservation ('AOP') devices that safeguard donor organs during the journey between donor and recipient patients. Their FDA-cleared and CE-marked devices incorporate clinically proven and medically trusted cold preservation techniques that allow unprecedented physical and thermal protection to the organ during transit. All Paragonix AOP devices are natively integrated with a novel digital app, delivering real-time organ tracking data and monitoring logistics for transplant teams seeking a secure and centralized solution. For more information, visit About Getinge With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile processing and life science. Getinge employs approximately 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Bargain hunters rush to nab £22 Dunelm buy scanning for just £2 – and it'll instantly brighten up your home
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Plus, scroll down for Dunelm's top interior trends of 2025 PLANT POWER Bargain hunters rush to nab £22 Dunelm buy scanning for just £2 – and it'll instantly brighten up your home BARGAIN hunters are going wild and are racing to get to their nearest Dunelm store, eager to nab a £22 buy that's been reduced to just £2. Not only is it perfect for adding style to your home, but it'll instantly brighten up your pad too. Advertisement 3 Bargain hunters are rushing to nab a £22 buy that's been slashed down to only £2 in Dunelm Credit: Getty 3 Not only will it add colour to your home, but it's perfect for those on a budget Credit: ExtremeCouponingAndBargainsUK/Facebook 3 Lisa Anderson was chuffed with her reduced artificial plant Credit: ExtremeCouponingAndBargainsUK/Facebook So if your house could do with some TLC for spring, but you're on a tight budget and haven't got a lot of cash to spare, then fear not, you've come to the right place. Thanks to Dunelm, shoppers can now get their hands on a small Artificial Eucalyptus Tree, which comes in a ribbed black plant pot, for less than the price of an average meal deal. One savvy shopper in particular was left overjoyed when browsing the aisles in her local Dunelm, when she noticed that the cute faux tree had been slashed. Thrilled with her cheap find, which is cheaper than a coffee from Starbucks, Lisa Anderson eagerly raced to social media to share her bargain with others, leaving many totally stunned. Advertisement Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Lisa uploaded snaps of her purchase and penned: 'Dunelm great bargains to be had.' Saving an impressive £20, we're not surprised that Lisa was left beaming with her high-street find. If you love plants but struggle to keep them alive, this is sure to be one you won't want to miss. Thanks to this Dunelm buy, which features variegated leaves and a black plant pot, there's no maintenance or watering involved. Advertisement It can be placed anywhere you would like to add a touch of colour, whether that's inside your home or maybe in your garden. Not only does it look premium, but it's super realistic, with a life-like design. I'm Dunelm's Design Director - the no 1 colour that'll never go out of style & the must-have accessory every room needs It's sure to provide year-round interest and for just £2, we think it's a real steal. But if you want to add style and greenery to your home, then you'll need to move fast to get your hands on this bargain, as it's sure to sell out fast. Advertisement Dunelm's top interior design trends for 2025 Maximalism Maximalism is about unleashing your creativity and bringing joy to everything around you, day in and day out. Bold pattern combinations of florals, checks and geometrics set the tone with a bright joyous colour palette that holds everything together. Don't mistake Maximalism for having loads of stuff, it's about mixing and matching florals, layering key pieces and storytelling throughout your home, and ultimately doing things your own way. Dunelm's new collaboration with Sophie Robinson is all about that. Minimaluxe The interiors world has witnessed the evolution of "minimalism" into a richer, more luxurious iteration. The goal is quiet luxury - simplicity with a sense of sophistication. Minimaluxe focuses on creating spaces that are pared down yet warm, elegant, and inviting. Gloriously tactile textures, in a palette of warm neutrals, with hints of caramel and gold, complete the look. Introducing softer forms and round edges to avoid a space feeling overly stark The Edit Built on the philosophy that having fewer thoughtfully designed and well-made things helps us leave a lighter imprint on the earth. Interior design is shifting to be inspired by the natural world, and all its perfect imperfections. Take Dunelm's The Edited Life collection, it focuses on natural materials like wicker, jute and linens - as well as décor pieces and hand-thrown pottery vessels that feature forms dictated by the artisan's mark. Soft relaxed fabric textures mixed with uneven wood grains help bring this neutral, look together. New Nouveau Blending 19th century inspired maximalism with a contemporary colour palette this collection takes inspiration from the ornamental art form from the Nouveau era. Rich and luxurious, blending a little bit of history with a more modern aesthetic you can mix and layer into your home. Stylised Lily motifs adorn sumptuous textiles and wallpapers mixed with marbling & stained glass vintage style lighting for a vintage inspired look, with a modern twist. Facebook users were clearly left gobsmacked by the epic sale price of the eucalyptus tree, as Lisa's post has quickly racked up 236 likes and 33 comments. Savvy savers were desperate to get their hands on the reduced find and many raced to the comments to express this. Trip to Dunelm please Facebook user One person simply said: 'Wow.' Another altered a friend and added: 'Worth checking out.' Advertisement A third tagged a loved one and commented: 'Trip to Dunelm please.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Irish Sun
28-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Bargain hunters rush to nab £22 Dunelm buy scanning for just £2 – and it'll instantly brighten up your home
BARGAIN hunters are going wild and are racing to get to their nearest Dunelm store, eager to nab a £22 buy that's been reduced to just £2. Not only is it perfect for adding style to your home, but it'll instantly 3 Bargain hunters are rushing to nab a £22 buy that's been slashed down to only £2 in Dunelm Credit: Getty 3 Not only will it add colour to your home, but it's perfect for those on a budget Credit: ExtremeCouponingAndBargainsUK/Facebook 3 Lisa Anderson was chuffed with her reduced artificial plant Credit: ExtremeCouponingAndBargainsUK/Facebook So if your house could do with some TLC for spring, but you're on a tight budget and haven't got a lot of cash to spare, then fear not, you've come to the right place. Thanks to Dunelm, shoppers can now get their hands on a small Artificial Eucalyptus Tree, which comes in a ribbed black plant pot, for less than the price of an average meal deal. One savvy shopper in particular was left overjoyed when browsing the aisles in her local Thrilled with her cheap find, which is cheaper than a coffee from Starbucks, Lisa Anderson eagerly raced to social media to share her Read more shopping stories Posting on Saving an impressive £20, we're not surprised that Lisa was left beaming with her If you love plants but struggle to keep them alive, this is sure to be one you won't want to miss. Thanks to this Most read in Fabulous It can be placed anywhere you would like to add a touch of colour, whether that's inside your home or maybe in your garden. Not only does it look premium, but it's super realistic, with a life-like design. I'm Dunelm's Design Director - the no 1 colour that'll never go out of style & the must-have accessory every room needs It's sure to provide year-round interest and for just £2, we think it's a real steal. But if you want to add style and greenery to your home, then you'll need to move fast to get your hands on this bargain, as it's sure to sell out fast. Dunelm's top interior design trends for 2025 Maximalism Maximalism is about unleashing your creativity and bringing joy to everything around you, day in and day out. Bold pattern combinations of florals, checks and geometrics set the tone with a bright joyous colour palette that holds everything together. Don't mistake Maximalism for having loads of stuff, it's about mixing and matching florals, layering key pieces and storytelling throughout your home, and ultimately doing things your own way. Minimaluxe The interiors world has witnessed the evolution of "minimalism" into a richer, more luxurious iteration. The goal is quiet luxury - simplicity with a sense of sophistication. Minimaluxe focuses on creating spaces that are pared down yet warm, elegant, and inviting. Gloriously tactile textures, in a palette of warm neutrals, with hints of caramel and gold, complete the look. Introducing softer forms and round edges to avoid a space feeling overly stark The Edit Built on the philosophy that having fewer thoughtfully designed and well-made things helps us leave a lighter imprint on the earth. Interior design is shifting to be inspired by the natural world, and all its perfect imperfections. Take New Nouveau Blending 19th century inspired maximalism with a contemporary colour palette this collection takes inspiration from the ornamental art form from the Nouveau era. Rich and luxurious, blending a little bit of history with a more modern aesthetic you can mix and layer into your home. Stylised Lily motifs adorn sumptuous textiles and wallpapers mixed with marbling & stained glass vintage style lighting for a vintage inspired look, with a modern twist. Facebook users were clearly left gobsmacked by the epic sale price of the eucalyptus tree, as Lisa's post has quickly racked up 236 likes and 33 comments. Savvy savers were desperate to get their hands on the Trip to Dunelm please Facebook user One person simply said: 'Wow.' Another altered a friend and added: 'Worth checking out.' A third tagged a loved one and commented: 'Trip to Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Paragonix Celebrates 100th Kidney Transplant Case with FDA-Cleared KidneyVault™ System
Tennessee Donor Services utilizes Paragonix KidneyVault™ Renal Perfusion System in milestone case. WALTHAM, Mass., April 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Paragonix Technologies, a leader in organ transplant technologies and services, today announced the successful completion of its hundredth case using the FDA-cleared KidneyVault™ Portable Renal Perfusion System. This milestone was achieved with the support of Tennessee Donor Services (TDS), an Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) that serves more than 6 million people across Tennessee and Virginia. In recent years, the transplantation industry has removed geographic barriers to ensure organs may reach those in greatest need, meaning organs now travel farther and remain outside the body longer. For kidney transport, the gold standard of preservation is hypothermic machine perfusion - a clinically accepted therapy that continuously pumps a specialized solution through the organ. The KidneyVault System is the first hypothermic machine perfusion device specifically designed to maximize mobility. The device offers a comprehensive, portable solution from end-to-end, allowing transplant teams to continuously perfuse the kidney and monitor key perfusion metrics in real-time through a mobile-friendly, data-driven dashboard. The innovative system was first used shortly after achieving FDA clearance in late 2024 and has been rapidly adopted by likeminded organizations across the nation ever since. Now, over 12 OPOs stock the device, and 100 donor kidneys have been placed in a KidneyVault for transplant. This rapid adoption reflects a broader shift in the field — one that embraces new technology to meet the evolving demands of organ recovery and allocation. "Tennessee Donor Services' mission is to save and improve lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation, and we're proud of our teams who embrace innovation to save as many lives as possible. It's exciting to partner with Paragonix to be an early adopter of the KidneyVault, a technology that will help more people get their lifesaving transplant, and work alongside their teams to make donation and transplant possible," said Jill Grandas, CEO of Tennessee Donor Services. Leading OPOs like Tennessee Donor Services are leveraging the KidneyVault System to expand access to the limited supply of donor organs and improve post-transplant outcomes. As of April 2025, nearly 90,700 people are on the kidney transplant waiting list in the U.S., representing 86% of the national transplant list. In 2024, 27,761 kidney transplants were performed, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions to address the organ shortage. "This hundredth KidneyVault case is a significant milestone for Paragonix and underscores our company's commitment to enhancing the future of organ transplantation," said Dr. Lisa Anderson, President of Paragonix Technologies. "We are proud to offer advanced preservation technologies across all solid organ transplants, and our ability to provide a truly portable renal perfusion system aligns with our mission to provide 'Every Possible Advantage' to those waiting for lifesaving transplants." For more information about Paragonix Technologies, please visit About Tennessee Donor Services An Extraordinary Commitment to Science, Health, and Hope Tennessee Donor Services is a non-profit, organ procurement organization (OPO) dedicated to saving and improving lives by connecting organ and tissue donations to the patients who need them. TDS serves more than six million people in Tennessee and Virginia. About Paragonix Technologies Paragonix Technologies is a leading developer, manufacturer, and service provider in the organ transplant industry, establishing a novel approach to organ preservation. A Getinge company, Paragonix Technologies provides Advanced Organ Preservation ("AOP") devices that safeguard donor organs during the journey between donor and recipient patients. Our FDA-cleared and CE-marked devices incorporate clinically proven and medically trusted cold preservation techniques that allow unprecedented physical and thermal protection to the organ during transit. All Paragonix AOP devices are natively integrated with our novel digital app, delivering real-time organ tracking data and monitoring logistics for transplant teams seeking a secure and centralized solution. For more information, visit Connect with us on LinkedIn: Paragonix Technologies Follow us on Twitter: @ParagonixSherpa Like Us on Facebook: Paragonix SherpaPak View source version on Contacts Media: Adam LafreniereVice President, Marketingmarketing@
Business Wire
21-04-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Paragonix Celebrates 100 th Kidney Transplant Case with FDA-Cleared KidneyVault™ System
WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Paragonix Technologies, a leader in organ transplant technologies and services, today announced the successful completion of its hundredth case using the FDA-cleared KidneyVault™ Portable Renal Perfusion System. This milestone was achieved with the support of Tennessee Donor Services (TDS), an Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) that serves more than 6 million people across Tennessee and Virginia. In recent years, the transplantation industry has removed geographic barriers to ensure organs may reach those in greatest need, meaning organs now travel farther and remain outside the body longer. For kidney transport, the gold standard of preservation is hypothermic machine perfusion - a clinically accepted therapy that continuously pumps a specialized solution through the organ. The KidneyVault System is the first hypothermic machine perfusion device specifically designed to maximize mobility. The device offers a comprehensive, portable solution from end-to-end, allowing transplant teams to continuously perfuse the kidney and monitor key perfusion metrics in real-time through a mobile-friendly, data-driven dashboard. The innovative system was first used shortly after achieving FDA clearance in late 2024 and has been rapidly adopted by likeminded organizations across the nation ever since. Now, over 12 OPOs stock the device, and 100 donor kidneys have been placed in a KidneyVault for transplant. This rapid adoption reflects a broader shift in the field — one that embraces new technology to meet the evolving demands of organ recovery and allocation. 'Tennessee Donor Services' mission is to save and improve lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation, and we're proud of our teams who embrace innovation to save as many lives as possible. It's exciting to partner with Paragonix to be an early adopter of the KidneyVault, a technology that will help more people get their lifesaving transplant, and work alongside their teams to make donation and transplant possible,' said Jill Grandas, CEO of Tennessee Donor Services. Leading OPOs like Tennessee Donor Services are leveraging the KidneyVault System to expand access to the limited supply of donor organs and improve post-transplant outcomes. As of April 2025, nearly 90,700 people are on the kidney transplant waiting list in the U.S., representing 86% of the national transplant list. In 2024, 27,761 kidney transplants were performed, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions to address the organ shortage. "This hundredth KidneyVault case is a significant milestone for Paragonix and underscores our company's commitment to enhancing the future of organ transplantation," said Dr. Lisa Anderson, President of Paragonix Technologies. 'We are proud to offer advanced preservation technologies across all solid organ transplants, and our ability to provide a truly portable renal perfusion system aligns with our mission to provide ' Every Possible Advantage' to those waiting for lifesaving transplants.' For more information about Paragonix Technologies, please visit About Tennessee Donor Services An Extraordinary Commitment to Science, Health, and Hope Tennessee Donor Services is a non-profit, organ procurement organization (OPO) dedicated to saving and improving lives by connecting organ and tissue donations to the patients who need them. TDS serves more than six million people in Tennessee and Virginia. About Paragonix Technologies Paragonix Technologies is a leading developer, manufacturer, and service provider in the organ transplant industry, establishing a novel approach to organ preservation. A Getinge company, Paragonix Technologies provides Advanced Organ Preservation ('AOP') devices that safeguard donor organs during the journey between donor and recipient patients. Our FDA-cleared and CE-marked devices incorporate clinically proven and medically trusted cold preservation techniques that allow unprecedented physical and thermal protection to the organ during transit. All Paragonix AOP devices are natively integrated with our novel digital app, delivering real-time organ tracking data and monitoring logistics for transplant teams seeking a secure and centralized solution. For more information, visit
