Description

The THERMOVENT T Heat Moisture Exchange Filters are expertly crafted by Portex, part of Smiths Medical and ICU Medical, to provide essential humidification for patients with tracheal or tracheostomy tubes. These sterile, single-use devices are designed for both adult and pediatric patients with a tidal volume greater than 70 mL, ensuring effective respiratory care when the upper airways are bypassed.

Key Features

• Efficient Humidification: Captures heat and moisture from exhaled air, returning it upon inspiration to maintain airway humidity and reduce heat loss.
• Lightweight Design: Minimizes drag on the tracheostomy tube, enhancing patient comfort.
• High-Performance Element: Features a double paper element that provides efficient heat and moisture exchange with minimal resistance to airflow.
• Integrated Oxygen Port: Allows for additional oxygen supply when needed, enhancing versatility.

Compatibility and Comfort

• Connector Compatibility: Equipped with a 15 mm fitting, suitable for use with standard tracheostomy tubes and compatible with the Thermovent 02 Adapter (100/575).
• Patient Comfort: Smooth, rounded edges and a simple opening port for suction catheter access on some models.
• Latex-Free and CE Marked: Ensures safety and quality compliance.

Specifications

• Weight: 15 grams
• Dead Space: 11 mL (for T2 model)
• Resistance to Flow: 2 cm H₂O at 60 L/min
• HME Output: 25 mg H₂O/L at 500 mL tidal volume
• Humidity and Temperature: Delivers relative humidity of 60–70% with inspired gas temperature between 29–34°C.

Usage Guidelines

• Replacement: Recommended to change every 24 hours or sooner if visibly soiled.
• Single Patient Use: Not suitable for patients with large amounts of secretions as it may become blocked.
• No Reuse: Do not attempt to clean or reuse the device.

Safety Considerations

• Filtration: Does not provide anti-bacterial or anti-viral filtration.
• Breathing Workload: May marginally increase the work of breathing, not intended for patients with high humidification needs or excessive secretions.

The THERMOVENT T Heat Moisture Exchange Filters are a reliable choice for maintaining optimal respiratory conditions, helping to prevent thickened secretions and changes in lung function, while providing a comfortable and effective solution for tracheostomy care.