Description
The THERMOVENT 'T' by Portex, a part of Smiths Medical, is an advanced heat and moisture exchanger (HME) specifically designed for patients with tracheostomy tubes. This device plays a crucial role in providing effective humidification for patients whose upper airways are bypassed, suitable for both adult and pediatric patients with a tidal volume greater than 70 mL.
Key Features
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Design and Compatibility: The THERMOVENT 'T' is lightweight and low-profile, ensuring comfort with minimal protrusion. It is designed to fit tracheostomy tubes with 15 mm fittings, making it fully compatible with standard breathing systems.
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Performance: Equipped with a high-performance double paper element, it efficiently exchanges heat and moisture while maintaining minimal resistance to airflow. The device's output is 25 mg H₂O/L at a 500 mL tidal volume, with a flow resistance of 2.0 cm H₂O at 60 L/min.
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Construction: The device is latex-free and CE marked, ensuring safety and quality. It allows for convenient oxygen delivery and is compatible with the Thermovent 02 Adapter (100/575).
Usage and Maintenance
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Single-Use and Sterility: Each unit is supplied sterile and intended for single use. It should be discarded and replaced every 24 hours or when visibly soiled, without adding moisture to the filter elements.
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Ease of Use: The THERMOVENT 'T' is easily attachable and detachable, requiring no additional equipment for operation. This feature allows for quick and hassle-free replacement.
Benefits
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Health Preservation: By maintaining proper moisture and temperature levels in the respiratory system, it reduces heat loss through the bronchopulmonary tree, helping to prevent thickened secretions and changes in lung function.
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Comfort and Safety: The device helps preserve humidity, minimizing damage to tracheal epithelial cells and reducing the risk of tube blockage from encrustations. This ensures a safer and more comfortable experience for the patient.
Packaging
The THERMOVENT 'T' is supplied in boxes of 50 units, providing a practical solution for healthcare settings. Its reliable performance and thoughtful design make it an essential component in the management of tracheostomy care, enhancing patient comfort and respiratory health.
