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Product Overview
McKesson - 16-6218 - Heat and Moisture Exchanger with Filter
The McKesson Heat and Moisture Exchanger with Filter (HMEF) is designed for adult use, featuring an angled inlet for optimized patient comfort and clinical efficiency. This device preserves heat and moisture during mechanical ventilation, reducing the risk of airway dehydration and contamination.
Features:
- High Efficiency Filtration: 99.9% bacterial and viral filtration efficiency (BFE/VFE).
- Moisture Retention: Delivers 28.4 mg H2O/L at a tidal volume of 500 mL.
- Low Airway Resistance: 2.29 cm H2O at 30 LPM and 0.25 cm H2O at 8 LPM for minimal breathing effort.
- Hygroscopic Filter: Captures and recycles exhaled heat and humidity.
- Angled Inlet Design: Facilitates easier tubing management and patient positioning.
- Gas Sampling Port: Allows for convenient monitoring without disconnection.
- Latex-Free Construction: Safe for patients with latex sensitivities.
Specifications:
- Connection Type: 22 mm O.D. / 15 mm I.D. x 15 mm O.D. port.
- Dead Space: 28.3 mL.
- Volume Range: 150 to 1000 mL.
- Sterility: Nonsterile.
- Packaging: 50 units per case.
- Country of Origin: Mexico.
Use Suggestion:
This HMEF is ideal for adult patients undergoing mechanical ventilation in critical care or surgical settings. Ensure proper connection to the ventilator circuit and replace every 24–48 hours or as per clinical guidelines to maintain optimal performance and hygiene.