Method and Apparatus for Humidification and Warming of Air

摘要

A gas apparatus for use in a medical procedure may include a housing, a heater, a port, and a dispensing device. The housing defines a chamber having a gas inlet and a gas outlet. The heater warms a gas flowing through the chamber. The port is positioned in fluid communication with the chamber. The dispensing device is inserted within the port for delivering water in aerosol form to warmed gas as it exits the gas outlet.

主权项

1. A gas apparatus for use in a medical procedure comprising:
a housing defining a chamber having a gas inlet and a gas outlet; a heater for warming a gas flowing through the chamber; and a humidification material adjacent to the heater and comprising at least two gas flow channels for flowing gas over the humidification material.