Performance of a hydrophobic heat and moisture exchanger at different ambient temperatures

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Objective: To evaluate the effect of different room temperatures on hydrophobic heat and moisture exchangers (HME) humidifying capability and efficiency. Methods: Stock HMEs were tested in vitro using an already described test model, with separation of inspiratory and expiratory gas. Absolute humidity (AH) was measured by means of dry-wet dual thermocouple, and HME efficiency was computed as the ratio between expired to inspired. AH, at room termperature of 20 and 26°C. Results: Inspired gas temperature and AH were significantly higher at 26 than at 20°C; since expired AH remained substantially unchanged, HME efficiency was also higher in warmer environment. Conclusions: Hydrophobic HMEs appear to be affected by room temperature, increasing their humidifying ability and their efficiency with its rise. © 1993 Springer-Verlag.

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Croci, M., Elena, A., & Solca, M. (1993). Performance of a hydrophobic heat and moisture exchanger at different ambient temperatures. Intensive Care Medicine, 19(6), 351–352. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01694711

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