Internationally adopted objective pressure-indicating technology designed to support epidural localisation and central venous access is now available in the UAE.
Dubai, UAE – 29 June 2026 — For decades, loss-of-resistance (LOR) technique has remained the internationally accepted method for identifying the epidural space and has enabled millions of epidural procedures to be performed safely around the world.
Yet even in experienced hands, successful epidural localisation depends on recognising one subtle clinical moment—the loss of resistance that signals entry into the epidural space. Because this moment is identified primarily through tactile feedback and manually applied plunger pressure, consistency can be influenced by procedural complexity, operator experience and patient-specific anatomy.
To this end, HealthNet MEA is today pleased to announce the UAE launch of the EpiFaith® Smart Syringe and EpiFaith® CV, developed by Flat Medical—two innovative medical devices that introduce objective pressure indication into procedures traditionally guided predominantly by tactile judgement.
DISCLAIMER - HealthNet MEA is the exclusive importer and distributor of the EpiFaith® Series in the UAE.
Unlike conventional loss-of-resistance syringes, the EpiFaith® Smart Syringe objectively detects the pressure change associated with entry into the epidural space and provides a clear visual indication to the clinician. This additional visual guidance is designed to complement tactile assessment while allowing clinicians to maintain continuous focus on needle advancement throughout the procedure.
The same design philosophy extends to EpiFaith® CV, an innovative pressure-indicating device developed for central venous catheterisation. By providing real-time pressure indication during vascular access, the technology is designed to support differentiation between venous and arterial access, including situations where visual assessment of blood colour alone may be less reliable.
By integrating seamlessly into established clinical workflows, the EpiFaith® Series is designed to support procedural consistency while respecting the experience, judgement and technical expertise of healthcare professionals.
The introduction of the EpiFaith® series to the UAE follows growing international adoption across healthcare institutions in Europe, North America and Asia, including teaching hospitals and healthcare systems recognised for rigorous clinical governance and procedural training.
The EpiFaith® series has been evaluated in published clinical studies examining its application during epidural localisation and central venous access procedures.
Reported findings from published studies have included:
These findings suggest that objective pressure indication may support clinicians by complementing tactile assessment during critical procedural decision-making, while preserving established clinical workflows and procedural judgement.
“We are pleased to see EpiFaith® Series introduced in the UAE, a market that continues to prioritise high standards in healthcare delivery. Our focus has been on developing devices that support precision and consistency, backed by clinical evaluation in diverse healthcare environments.” Karl Tsao (Chief Strategy Officer, Flat Medical)
“At HealthNet MEA, our mission is to identify and introduce, into the region, internationally established healthcare technologies that address genuine clinical needs through thoughtful engineering rather than unnecessary complexity. We are pleased to be enabling access to this innovative EpiFaith® Series in the UAE and look forward to supporting healthcare providers with its adoption within clinical practice.” Ejike Nwokoro (Managing Director, HealthNet MEA).
The EpiFaith® Smart Syringe and EpiFaith® CV are intended for use by appropriately trained healthcare professionals in accordance with their approved indications, instructions for use, institutional policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
Flat Medical is an international medical device company focused on the development and manufacture of innovative devices for anaesthesia and vascular access applications. By focusing on practical clinical challenges, the company develops solutions intended to support procedural precision, consistency and clinician confidence while integrating seamlessly into established healthcare practice.
HealthNet MEA is an MOHAP/EDE-licensed Establishment based in Dubai. Working in partnership with forward-thinking international manufacturers, HealthNet MEA provides end-to-end support across regulatory affairs, market access, importation, warehousing, demand-generation and distribution, helping bring clinically meaningful healthcare innovations to the region.