	The innovative VACUFORM MicroSpace system ................................... The secret of perfected adaption to the body by VACUFORM surgical matresses is microballs of styrofoam, which are stabilized by vacuum to give a lasting, completely supportive form. Reducing the diameter of the filler balls by a fifth enables significantly more precise adaption of the surgical matresses to the body. The new MicroSpace system increases the feeling of physical comfort for the patient significantly compared to conventional fillings.

	The innovative VACUFORM MicroSpace system ................................... A new definition in patient comfort: The feeling of weightlessness in surgery

Arrangement of the VACUFORM MicroSpace balls a) without vacuum b) under vacuum Arrangement of conventional styrofoam balls without vacuum	How the VACUFORM surgical matress works ................................... All VACUFORM surgical matresses and cushions are made to be non-slip and absolutely dimensionally stable from a special soft PVC foil. The individual shaping properties are achieved by scarcely flammable polystrene balls which are stabilised into an adapted constellation by vacuum. VACUFORM surgical matresses and cushions contain no latex, are permeable to X-rays and suitable for MRI and CT. Equipped with a plastic valve with one-hand control. + X-ray permeable + Suitable for MRI and CT + Image converter application possible during surgery + Latex-free

	Decubitus prophylaxis in the operating theatre ………………… Particularly during lengthy surgical procedures or for older patients or patients of a weaker consti-tution, there is a risk of bed sores in the form of acute decubitus ulcers*, and paresis (paralysis from injury to the nerves). The VACUFORM surgical mattress adapts individually and ergonomically to the patient's body to offer effective prevention of such injuries. The patient's contact pressure is distributed effectively throughout the body and thus minimised, while preserving the micro-circulation necessary for the skin. The patient perceives noticeable comfort, and feels light and warm. + Maximum pressure relief + Reduced costs by preventing subsequent injury + Patient comfort

	Safety on the operating table …………………………………… The patient can be fixed quickly and safely in any required position, giving the surgeon optimum access to the operation site with safe handling of the patient.Not even an extreme tilt or slope of the operating table changes the defined position of the patient. The surgical position can be changed at any time by releasing the vacuum so that the mattress can be modelled to the patient's new position: the air is then extracted again. VACUFORM surgical mattresses also allow for inter-clinic transport in the defined surgical position. + No sliding on the operating table + Safe fixing + Extreme slopes of the operating table possible Quick and easy handling

	Saving costs with VACUFORM …………………………………… In terms of efficiency, VACUFORM offers huge cost savings through quick and easy handling and by avoiding subsequent injuries such as decubitus and paresis, by saving on additional materials, quick cleaning and a long service life, even when in constant use. »Using the vacuum mattress over many years has brought many advantages in terms of patient safety, quality of the individual positioning, simplified handling, savings in time and costs by reducing additional positioning material. It can be said that the number of subsequent injuries such as decubitus and paresis have been reduced to insignificance since we started using VACUFORM surgical mattresses«. (The "Inselspital" in Bern on its experience with VACUFORM surgical mattresses). + Prevention of subsequent injuries + Savings on additional materials + Long service life + Covers a wide range of operations + Intra-operative fluoroscopy possible

Constellation of the VACUFORM polystyrene balls a) without vacuum b) under vacuum	How the VACUFORM surgical mattress works ………………… All VACUFORM surgical mattresses and cushions are made to be non-slip and absolutely dimensionally stable from a special soft PVC foil. The individual shaping properties are achieved by scarcely flammable polystyrene balls which are stabilised into an adapted constellation by vacuum. VACUFORM surgical mattresses and cushions contain no latex, are permeable to X-rays and suitable for MRI and CT. Equipped with a plastic valve with one-hand control.