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1. Intended Use
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Micron HME
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partially restores lost breathing resistance. For patients with a voice prosthesis
2. CONTRAINDICATIONS
The device should only be used in accordance with the Instructions for Use.
Patients without the physical, cognitive, or mental ability required to attach,
remove, or operate the device themselves, should not use the device independently
a trained caregiver. The device should not be used by patients with a low tidal
volume, as the added dead space may cause CO2
See Section 3.1 Technical Data.
3. Description of the Device
retained heat and moisture in the HME is given back to the lungs. HME use
may help improve the function of the lungs and reduce problems with e.g.,
of use, mucus production may seem to increase. This is normal and means that
the mucus is getting thinner and easier to cough up. After a few weeks of HME
use, this should stabilize and coughing and mucus production usually decreases.
comes up and the airway passage opens.
normal use. Thereby, small airborne particles, e.g., bacteria, viruses, dust, and
pollen are restricted from passing through the device into the lungs upon inspiration
Note:
during work that requires breathing protection.
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