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Speacility: RESPIRATORY
Apex Hospitals Mulund
Applications
- A High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) machine is a medical device that delivers a high flow of heated, humidified oxygen to patients, typically through a nasal cannula.
- It’s used to support breathing in patients with respiratory distress or hypoxemia, providing a non-invasive alternative to more advanced respiratory support like non-invasive ventilation (NIV) or intubation.
Features
- High Flow of Oxygen – Delivers warm and humidified oxygen at high flow rates (up to 60 L/min).
- Precise Oxygen Control – Allows accurate control of FiO₂ (oxygen concentration).
- Humidification – Adds moisture to oxygen, making it more comfortable for patients.
- Reduces Work of Breathing – Helps patients breathe more easily by reducing effort.
- Improves Oxygenation – Provides better oxygen levels compared to regular oxygen masks.
- Patient Comfort – Soft nasal prongs make it easy and comfortable to wear for long periods.