Dual Mask provides continual monitoring of carbon dioxide exhaled from both mouth and nose whilst delivering supplementary oxygen. Pre-fitted oxygen and sampling lines makes set-up quick and easy.
Dual Masks and Nasal Cannulas simultaneously deliver supplementary oxygen and enable EtCO2 monitoring when using a sidestream or Microstream™ capnometer.
Guidelines1-7 require EtCO2 monitoring of all moderately or deeply sedated patients, for patients being recovered from anaesthesia or moderate or deep sedation, and during CPR to monitor ET tube placement, efficacy of chest compressions and early indication of return of spontaneous circulation.
Dual Mask has been proven to be the most efficient in sampling end tidal CO2 in an independent comparative study8 in a simulated patient.
1 European Section and Board of Anaesthesiology UEMS. EBA Recommendation for the use of Capnography. 2011
2 Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA). Guidelines for the Provision of Anaesthetic Services. 2013
3 AAGBI Safety Statement May. 2011
4 AAGBI Safety Guidelines. Immediate Post-anaesthesia Recovery. 2013
5 American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). Standards for Basic Anesthetic Monitoring. 2011
6 European Resuscitation Council Guidelines for Resuscitation. 2010
7 Resuscitation Council UK. Guidelines for Resuscitation. 2015
8 Wales Anaesthesia Innovation. Cardiff University. 2011
Microstream is a registered trademark of Oridion Medical 1987 Ltd.
The soft, pliable mask moulds easily to the patient’s face, with a feathered-edge rim for maximum comfort.
Oxygen tubing and monitoring line are lightly bonded together, but can be separated to reach the flow meter and capnometer, minimising clutter around the patient.
Soft Touch tubing reduces friction for increased comfort over the ears and across the face.
