Medical Devices & Assistive Technology
Mechanical ventilator
A mechanical ventilator supports breathing by controlling the movement of gas to or from the lungs. Pressure generation, valves and timing mechanisms developed from early respiratory devices into complex hospital equipment.
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A mechanical ventilator supports breathing by controlling the movement of gas to or from the lungs. Pressure generation, valves and timing mechanisms developed from early respiratory devices into complex hospital equipment.
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Image: East-Radcliffe Respirator Wellcome L0001305.jpg
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License: CC BY 4.0
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