Blood Warmer
Item Name Code (INC) 51669
Additional Information for Blood Warmer
Blood warmers are medical devices used to warm blood or other intravenous fluids before they are administered to a patient. They are commonly used during surgical procedures, blood transfusions, and in emergency situations where a patient's body temperature needs to be maintained or restored.
The blood warmer is designed to prevent hypothermia, which is a condition where the body's core temperature drops below normal levels. Hypothermia can lead to complications such as cardiac arrhythmias, coagulopathy, and impaired immune function. By warming the blood or fluids before they enter the patient's body, the blood warmer helps to maintain the patient's body temperature within a safe range.
Blood warmers typically consist of a heating element, a temperature control system, and tubing or chambers where the fluids are warmed. The heating element can be based on different technologies, such as dry heat, water bath, or forced air. The temperature control system ensures that the fluids are warmed to the desired temperature and maintained at that level throughout the infusion process.
These devices are essential in medical settings where patients may be at risk of hypothermia, such as operating rooms, intensive care units, and emergency departments. They are also used in veterinary medicine for similar purposes.
In summary, blood warmers are medical devices used to warm blood or intravenous fluids before they are administered to a patient. They help prevent hypothermia and maintain the patient's body temperature during medical procedures or emergency situations.
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