Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
The Portex Heat Moisture Exchanger with Flex Tube (Model: ICU Medical FKA Smiths Medical - 002841) is designed to retain heat and moisture in respiratory gases, ensuring patient comfort during mechanical ventilation or spontaneous breathing. This non-sterile, latex-free device helps reduce airway dryness and irritation by mimicking the natural humidification process of the upper respiratory tract.
Features:
- Heat and Moisture Retention: Preserves warmth and humidity in inhaled gases, minimizing airway dehydration.
- Flexible Tube: The integrated flex tube allows for easy positioning and secure attachment to ventilation circuits.
- Latex-Free Construction: Safe for patients with latex sensitivities.
- Non-Sterile Design: Suitable for single-patient use in clinical settings.
- Compatibility: Works with standard ventilator circuits and tracheostomy setups.
Specifications:
- Model Number: 002841
- Brand: ICU Medical (formerly Smiths Medical)
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Material: Latex-free
- Intended Use: For respiratory humidification in ventilated or spontaneously breathing patients.
Use Suggestion:
This heat moisture exchanger is ideal for short-term ventilation, transport, or postoperative care. Ensure proper placement between the patient s airway and the ventilator circuit to maximize efficiency. Replace as needed or according to clinical protocols to maintain hygiene and performance.
