Inhalation Heat And Moisture Exchanger
Definition:
A transparent molded plastic housing with connectors, male at one end and female at the other end, which fit into a ventilation circuit to provide warm and moisturized air to the patient during general anesthesia, continuous ventiliation, or surgical procedures.
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