A ventilator (1), for ventilating the lungs of a patient with breathing air, includes a ventilation module (2) for generating a breathing air flow, a determination module (3) for determining a first ventilation parameter as well as a different second ventilation parameter of the ventilator, and a control module (4) for controlling the ventilator as a function of the determined first and/or second ventilation parameter. The control module is configured to reduce the first ventilation parameter automatically over an analysis period including at least one breathing cycle. A classification module (5) is configured to classify a pulmonary status of the lungs of the patient based on a change in the second ventilation parameter, which change was brought about by the automatic reduction of the first ventilation parameter. A process is further provided for ventilating the lungs of a patient with breathing air with a ventilator (1).

A ventilator (1), for ventilating the lungs of a patient with breathing air, includes a ventilation module (2) for generating a breathing air flow, a determination module (3) for determining a first ventilation parameter as well as a different second ventilation parameter of the ventilator, and a control module (4) for controlling the ventilator as a function of the determined first and/or second ventilation parameter. The control module is configured to reduce the first ventilation parameter automatically over an analysis period including at least one breathing cycle. A classification module (5) is configured to classify a pulmonary status of the lungs of the patient based on a change in the second ventilation parameter, which change was brought about by the automatic reduction of the first ventilation parameter. A process is further provided for ventilating the lungs of a patient with breathing air with a ventilator (1).

A method for making a container for retaining anesthetic agent. The method includes creating two or more parts each having a mating surface, where the container is formed when the mating surfaces of the two or more parts are coupled together, and where a first part of the two or more parts is formed of a material having pores defined within the mating surface thereof. The method further includes processing the mating surface of the first part via friction stir welding to reduce the pores defined therein. The method further includes coupling the two or more parts together such that the mating surfaces contact to create the container configured to retain the anesthetic agent therein.

A device for diagnosing the ventilatory efficacy of a patient under respiratory assistance, said device being intended to cooperate with a system for ventilating the patient, the device having: a bidirectional thermal mass sensor for measuring, in real time, the air flows during insufflation and during exhalation, an electronic casing connected to said sensor and configured to receive and process data relating to the air flows measured by the sensor, the electronic casing having: i. a user interface comprising a display device and data input means, ii. a data-processing center, the data-processing center functioning according to programmed algorithms for acquiring, processing and displaying the data, for analyzing the efficacy of the ventilation in real time, and for managing alarms, and iii.

means for supplying electricity.

A device for diagnosing the ventilatory efficacy of a patient under respiratory assistance, said device being intended to cooperate with a system for ventilating the patient, the device having: a bidirectional thermal mass sensor for measuring, in real time, the air flows during insufflation and during exhalation, an electronic casing connected to said sensor and configured to receive and process data relating to the air flows measured by the sensor, the electronic casing having: i. a user interface comprising a display device and data input means, ii. a data-processing center, the data-processing center functioning according to programmed algorithms for acquiring, processing and displaying the data, for analyzing the efficacy of the ventilation in real time, and for managing alarms, and iii.

means for supplying electricity.

An anesthetic breathing apparatus and system, having a patient circle system for re-breathing exhaled gases by a patient a volume reflector, a fresh gas delivery line, and a gas sensor unit arranged to measure a gas stream upstream a fresh gas connection and downstream said reflector unit. The gas sensor unit provides a signal for detection of a reflector driving gas (RDG) crossing over the volume reflector during inspiration based on at least one property of the gas stream measured by the gas sensor unit. Appropriate action may be taken based on this measurement, for instance in disclosed methods.

An anesthetic breathing apparatus and system, having a patient circle system for re-breathing exhaled gases by a patient a volume reflector, a fresh gas delivery line, and a gas sensor unit arranged to measure a gas stream upstream a fresh gas connection and downstream said reflector unit. The gas sensor unit provides a signal for detection of a reflector driving gas (RDG) crossing over the volume reflector during inspiration based on at least one property of the gas stream measured by the gas sensor unit. Appropriate action may be taken based on this measurement, for instance in disclosed methods.

A device adapted for maintaining an airway in a patient, the device comprising a mask, the mask adapted to form a seal around the laryngeal inlet when properly inserted into a patient and an airway tube for providing ventilation gases and/or anaesthetic gases through the mask and to the lungs of the patient when the device is properly inserted in a patient, wherein the airway tube has a first proximal opening and a second proximal opening.

Module for housing electronic and electromechanical medical equipment including a portable digital camera and processing circuitry with machine vision and machine learning software for automatically documenting healthcare events and healthcare equipment operations in the electronic health record.

Described herein is a video laryngoscope apparatus for inspection of an oral cavity region of a patient is disclosed. The video laryngoscope includes an apparatus body, a camera arm unit configured to receive and releasably attach thereto a disposable laryngoscope blade, a light source coupled to the camera arm unit, a communication unit, and a power source. The apparatus body includes a proximal end and a distal end, and the apparatus body is elongate and configured to be hand-held by an operator of the video laryngoscope. The camera arm unit includes a proximal end and a distal end with a camera, and the proximal end of the camera arm unit is connected to the distal end of the apparatus body utilizing an adjustable rotary position linkage member. The communication unit is connected via a linkage device to the proximal end of the apparatus body, and the power source is housed by the apparatus body.