A comparative study of condenser humidifiers

Three currently available condenser humidifiers were studied to assess their ability to conserve water loss and to measure the resistance imposed by the apparatus. The value and possible effectiveness of these devices in clinical practice is discussed.

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Published in:Anaesthesia 1976-10, Vol.31 (8), p.1086-1093
Main Authors: WALKER, A. K. Y., BETHUNE, D. W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anesthesia, Endotracheal - instrumentation
Anesthetics
Humans
Humidity
Intubation, Intratracheal
Temperature
Tracheotomy
Ventilators, Mechanical
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Summary:Three currently available condenser humidifiers were studied to assess their ability to conserve water loss and to measure the resistance imposed by the apparatus. The value and possible effectiveness of these devices in clinical practice is discussed.
ISSN:0003-2409
1365-2044
DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2044.1976.tb11950.x