You’re likely aware of the medical supply shortages happening...well, everywhere. As coronavirus seems to directly affect the respiratory system, ventilators have been in high demand. A recent KITV article noted a new medical device that quadruples the efficiency of respirators, allowing one unit to service four people simultaneously. Currently, the ventilator splitter can only be found at Kapi’olani Medical Center for Women and Children in Honolulu. The materials to build one cost around $700, and can all be found in Hawaii.
Quick Hits: New Device Lets 4 People Use 1 Ventilator
The new device is helping patients at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children in Hawaii.
Apr 16, 2020
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