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Heat and Moisture Exchanger #2

Heat and Moisture Exchanger #2



Th
e Heat and Moisture Exchanger (HME) or artificial nose is a device that replaces humidity deficit for artificial airway patients who no longer are able to breathe through their nose.  Its purpose is to warm and humidify their air.  This device also filters exchanged air.



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