The present invention consists in a safety valve for use in patients with respiratory diseases characterized by severe levels of hypoxemia, with artificial airways in mechanical ventilation. In case of programmed or accidental disconnection from the circuit, prevents the “fall” of the Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP), necessary for the recruitment of alveolar areas for gas (O2; CO2) exchange.
Research Institution:
Università degli Studi di Firenze
Priorities and sectors:
Life Sciences
