RF Surgical Systems, which specializes in the prevention and detection of retained surgical sponges, announced the release of the RF Assure Detection System Model 200.

The new model features an automatic detection mat for “hands-free” patient scanning, an easy-to-operate touch-screen color display, a new patient data recording module and a powerful processor to enable fast, accurate and reliable scanning while promoting staff confidence and compliance.

Despite strict counting protocols, surgical sponges are sometimes unintentionally left inside patients after wound closure. These “never events” are a potential source of morbidity for patients and a liability for care providers and institutions. The RF Assure Detection System offers surgical teams reassurance during wound closure that no missing sponges are unintentionally left inside the patient. With the push of a button, the RF Assure Detection System is able to perform a complete mat scan in 15 seconds without disrupting the surgical field.

The new model includes a detection mat, intuitive user interface, reporting and compliance as well as bariatric scanning capabilities.