What are the differences between operating room ventilators and those used in ICUs?
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The text seems to discuss the evolution and capabilities of ventilators used in operating rooms compared to those in ICUs, highlighting their sophistication and efficiency in generating gas flow.
Answer
OR ventilators are simpler but now match ICU ventilator capabilities.
Operating room (OR) ventilators are generally simpler and more compact than ICU ventilators. Historically, OR ventilators were used for shorter periods and designed for simpler tasks, but modern OR machines have advanced to match ICU capabilities.
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Operating room (OR) ventilators are generally simpler and more compact than ICU ventilators. Historically, OR ventilators were used for shorter periods and designed for simpler tasks, but modern OR machines have advanced to match ICU capabilities.
More Information
Historically, OR ventilators were simpler, reflecting the short-term needs of surgeries, unlike ICU ventilators which handle more complex and long-term care.
Sources
- Anaesthesia ventilators - PMC - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Protective ventilation from ICU to operating room: state of art and ... - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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