AquariTM Immersion Simulation is a support surface system that engages surgical patients in an immersive and 3-dimensional manner to maintain tissue symmetry, perfusion and minimize pressure injury risk.
Aquari analyzes the pressure waveform generated by the patient when sinking into the surface, then precisely adjusts the air density in the pad to simulate immersion in a fluid medium.
As a result, the Aquari technology not only delivers better outcomes* for patients undergoing surgery but also addresses broader challenges associated with pressure injuries such as readmission rates and extended length of stay.**
• Normalizes tissue symmetry and perfusion
• 3-dimensional envelopment
• Proven clinical pressure injury reduction
*Mass General Quality Improvement Project
**NPIAP PI Fact Sheet
Perioperative pressure injury prevalence rates for certain high risk surgery such as orthopedics are as high as an astonishing 55%. The true cost of a pressure injury is measured in patient suffering, litigation, increased length of hospital stay and the associated cost.
The Aquari is a successful approach because it is based on a simple notion: Rather than the body being forced to conform to a surface, the surface conforms to the body.
Aquari dynamically changes the molecular density of the air in the surface in response to patient load. This creates true 3-dimensional envelopment to maintain blood flow and tissue perfusion by evenly redistributing pressure. The result? Minimize high pressure points, reducing tissue deformation and contribute to pressure injury reduction.
Aquari may be used for any surgical procedure performed on a general surgical table. Best suited for long procedures and for patients at risk for pressure injuries.
We guarantee all of our products for a period of one year from the date of shipment from Mizuho OSI for defects in material and workmanship with the exception of products which are misused, altered or damaged.
U.S. Patent No. 7,287,289
| Weight | 10 lbs. (5 kg) |
| Dimensions | 11.5” (29 cm) W x 12.5” (32 cm) H x 6” (15 cm) D |
| Display | LED backlit 10-point multi-touch |
| Battery Life | Minimum: ~ 30 minutes (without AC power) Maximum: ~ 6 hours (without AC power) Recharge Time: ~ 15 hours (from fully depleted) |
| Length | 9 ft. (274 cm) two-line hookup |
| Designed for various general surgical tables. Available for most table models including: Skytron®, Steris®, Stryker®/Berchtold®, HillRom®/Trumpf, Maquet/Getinge® |
Part #246AQI
Aquari Immersion Controller
Part #246-301
Aquari Tubing Set Two-line Hookup
Aquari Surface 3-Piece Pad Sets
Contact your Mizuho OSI account manager for ordering information and availability.
Aquari combination of immersion and envelopment benefits the patient by:
• Minimizing vascular occlusion, maintaining near normal blood flow
• Decreasing tissue ischemia
• Reducing soft tissue distortion from pressure and shear
• Maintaining near normal tissue symmetry
• Compatible with most positioning and warming devices
• Improving patient comfort
Avra™ Intelligent Pressure Sensing System
The Mizuho OSI® Avra™ Intelligent Pressure Sensing System powered by BodiTrak™ offers four unique modes providing real-time information critical for optimal pressure management.
WARNING: Mizuho OSI products may expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Procedure Preparations
Mizuho OSI’s Femoral Hooks and Femoral Hook Support must be cleaned and sterilized according to your hospital’s washing, decontamination, and sterilization procedures before each use.
