Airway Interface Buyers Guide

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1 Airway Interface Buyers Guide COMPANY LISTING AirSep Corp. 401 Creekside Dr. Buffalo, NY (716) (800) Fax: (716) Product Line: Oxygen concentrators, oxygen conserving devices, nebulizers, CPAP systems, nasal masks, oximetry systems Maintenance/Cleaning: Washable with soap and water Company Description: AirSep has oxygen concentrators for home, hospital and clinical applications, including pediatric and high flow rate features. Hans Rudolph Inc Central Kansas City, MO (816) (800) Fax: (816) Product Line: Hans Rudolph designs, manufactures and markets respiratory valves, nasal and full face masks, mask sealing surface accessories such as Ultimate Seal gels and Comfort Seal foams, allowing patients three choices of interfaces. These products are used for obstructive sleep apnea applications such as CPAP/bi-level and pulmonary function testing. Maintenance/Cleaning: The Series 7800 can be disassembled and cleaned with soap and water. Pricing direct from manufacturer Company Description: Hans Rudolph offers three seals on the company s masks, helping to eliminate discomfort, sores and leaks. Invacare Corp. One Invacare Way Elyria, OH (440) (800) Fax: (440) info@invacare.com Product Line: Wheelchairs, scooters, patient aids, ambulatory aids, respiratory products Maintenance/Cleaning: Wash daily with a mild soap and water Company Description: Invacare manufactures medical products promoting recovery and active lifestyles for people requiring home and other non-acute health care. OPAP Inc Sugar Pine Dr., P.O. Box 189 Pioneer, CA (209) (888) Fax: (209) Product Line: OPAP (oral positive appliance) Price determined by the dentist providing the patient with the custom interface Company Description: OPAP manufactures oral interfaces for CPAP, bi-level and autopap units Hacienda Dr. Pleasonton, CA (925) (800) Fax: (925) Product Line: Alternate care respiratory products including asthma management, oxygen therapy, portable ventilation, sleep diagnostics, apnea monitoring and sleep therapy products Danielson St. Poway, CA (858) (800) Fax: (858) Product Line: Respiratory medical devices for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing Maintenance/Cleaning: Hand wash components of the Mirage Mask and Ultra Mirage Mask once a week with lukewarm water and mild soap, allow to dry out of sunlight; hand wash the Mirage Full Face Mask in cool water with pure soap, allow to dry out of direct sunlight 1501 Ardmore Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA (412) (800) Fax: (412) Product Line: Sleep therapy and noninvasive ventilation products Company Description: provides products and programs to health care providers to help them grow and manage their business. Sharps 9050 Kirby Dr. Houston, T (713) (800) Fax: (713) Web sites: or Product Line: Oxygen concentrators, mail back sharps containers, home care IV poles, CPAP interfaces Maintenance/Cleaning: Thoroughly clean the CPAP/PRO upon receipt and at least once a week, clean the entire breathing circuit including all parts and attachments Perimeter Rd., Ste. 203 Manchester, NH (603) (800) Fax: (603) sleepnet@sleep-net.com Product Line: Nasal masks for respiratory therapy/sleep disorders Maintenance/Cleaning: Clean daily with mild soap and water, three-month warranty Volume discounts available Sunrise Medical 7477 E. Dry Creek Pkwy. Longmont, CO (303) (800) Fax: (303) risemedicalonline.com Product Line: Devilbiss, Quickie, Jay, KidCast, Bio Clinic Guardian, Hoyer, Suntec Tiara Medical Systems Inc W. 166th St. Oak Forest, IL (708) (800) Fax: (708) tiarasales@aol.com Maintenance/Cleaning: Clean with soapy water, rinse and dry Competitively priced, the Advantage Series will be available, subject to FDA approval, by July 1 Company Description: Tiara Medical Systems manufactures and distributes CPAP and respiratory accessories including nasal CPAP masks, headgear, tubing, CPAP filters, oxygen concentrator filters and other aftermarket accessories. MAY ADVANCE FOR MANAGERS OF RESPIRATORY CARE 67

2 Airway Interfaces At A Glance Used for: Sizes Available AirSep Corp. Ultimate Nasal Mask Less than 1.5 oz One piece, translucent silicone rubber, molded nasal mask, uses no plastic frames Polyester, nylon fabric fastener components For use with all ranges Swivel port mates with standard 22 mm Non-irritating, malleable nose strap allows patient to adjust seal for optimal fit, optional Ultimate Seals gel interface available Hans Rudolph Inc. Series 7800 S 37 g, M 41 g, L 45 g Three options on interface sealing flange Mesh net headcap with stretch fabric fastener straps or strap only headcap with stretch fabric fastener straps 3 to mm outside diameter Reusable mask with disposable sealing flange accessories, soft, lightweight, low dead space for less CO 2 buildup, adjustable/ malleable nose strap for custom fit and form, water clear mask Invacare Corp. SleepNet IQ Nasal Mask Soft gel cushion with a pliable ring molded into a flexible shell, which allows the mask to be shaped to conform to facial features Cap and strap styles available, strap headgear is made of neoprene material and secured with fabric fastener, cap headgear is made of nylon with a mesh panel secured with fabric fastener One size fits all mask/l, M caps Used for: Mirage Full Face Mask 3.2 oz Contoured silicon cushion removes pressure from nasal bridge area, conforms to the face, low profile design reduces dead space, CO 2 washout Durable, easy to clean, emergency release tab, flexible, lightweight, comfortable Mirage Mask Contoured cushion shaped around the nose so only the membrane touches the nose bridge, when inflated the cushion floats on face reducing need for tight headgear, small, light, quiet Made of soft light, neoprene foam, covers little surface area, four points of connection to mask for stable fit Sizes Available Two pressure ports Standard, L, shallow Two pressure ports Silicon vent reduces noise, packaged fully assembled, built-in antiasphyxia valve, quick release tab for emergency removal, soft cushion eliminates need for tight headgear Forehead support; standard cushion fits 80 percent of patients; built-in axial swivel; packaged complete with headgear, cushion and frame Company did not provide information S = small, M = medium, L = large, L = extra large 68 ADVANCE FOR MANAGERS OF RESPIRATORY CARE. MAY 2001

3 OPAP Inc. OPAP Oral interface None Custom fit Individually titrated for each patient Whisper swivel/exhalation port ADAP CPAP System Nasal pillow airway delivery and management (ADAM) system Reusable or disposable SnugFit Breath-O-Prene headgear, blue chambray cotton KnightWear also available, L nasal pillows; dilator Breeze SleepGear Two-in-one interface with nasal pillows or DreamSeal perimeter seal, quiet exhalation vent SleepGear has no confining hard-to-adjust straps, combines comfort and convenience, L nasal pillows; dilator; standard DreamSeal 3 to 35 SoftFit Ultra Nasal CPAP Mask Soft silicone nose seal Reusable or disposable SnugFit Breath-O-Prene headgear S, S narrow, S wide, M, M wide, L Airway Interface Buyers Guide Perimeter seal and pillows can be swapped quickly for clinical ease and patient comfort under varying therapy demands. ResMed Disposable Nasal Mask ResMed Mirage Disposable Full Face Mask Ultra Mirage Mask 2.7 oz mask and headgear 3.6 oz mask, anti-asphyxia valve and headgear 3.6 oz Patented bubble cushion with forehead pad Integral anti-asphyxia valve and exhalation ports, patented air-cushion design Contoured cushion shaped around the nose so only the membrane touches the nose bridge, when inflated the cushion floats on the face reducing the need for tight headgear, small, light, quiet Four strap, soft velstretch material Soft, four strap with quick release design Four points of attachment to the mask, headgear is soft yet sturdy, made of neoprene foam, quick release tabs for easy exit Standard, L, shallow 2 to 30 2 to mm OD, 360 degree rotating elbow plus two male ports for pressure measurement or oxygen administration 22 mm OD, 360 degree rotating elbow plus two male ports for pressure measurement or oxygen administration Pressure ports, O 2 ports Packaged completely assembled with headgear High flush flow rate to minimize the risk of rebreathing CO 2 at low pressures, provided completely assembled with headgear Quiet venting system; T-Bar forehead support, standard size fits 80 percent of patients; one frame size fits all three cushions; built-in axial swivel; packaged with headgear, cushion and frame, release clips for easy removal; quick release swivel to disconnect mask from tubing MAY ADVANCE FOR MANAGERS OF RESPIRATORY CARE 69

4 Airway Interfaces At A Glance Used for: Sizes Available Contour Deluxe Nasal Mask Standard nasal mask with dual-thickness silicone cushion, thin layer fills with air to create a comfortable seal, while the thicker inner section provides stability One size fits most, headgear adjusts in eight places for a secure comfortable fit, evenly distributes tension, adds stability and helps prevent leaks Pressure port and standard tubing connector Soft gel spacer conforms to the contours of the forehead for added stability Profile Lite Nasal Gel Mask Soft, lightweight gel cushion with built-in flap provides comfortable seal, patients or providers can customize the mask if necessary for a personalized fit One size fits most, headgear adjusts in eight places for a secure comfortable fit, evenly distributes tension, adds stability and helps prevent leaks S, M Pressure ports and 360 degree swivel, standard tubing connector Ten-minute customization process molds the mask to the patient s facial contours, soft gel forehead pad contours to the forehead to add stability Sharps CPAP/PRO IQ Nasal Mask PHANTOM Nasal Mask Less than 0.5 lbs 2.2 oz 2.5 oz Used for: CPAP N/A Nasal mask with gel cushion, design does not interfere with field of view Nasal mask with gel cushion, design does not interfere with field of view N/A Strap (one size fits most), or cap () Strap (one size fits most), or cap () Sizes Available One size fits all One size, adjustable One size 4 to 18 3 to 20 3 to 20 Two One Eliminates need for mask, headgear and straps by attaching to upper teeth, foam-filled nasal puffs provide a comfortable seal against the nose, designed to increase therapy compliance and comfort Mask shell is pliable, gel cushion decreases air leaks, adjusts to user s face, accommodates glasses Gel cushion decreases air leaks Company did not provide information S = small, M = medium, L = large, L = extra large 70 ADVANCE FOR MANAGERS OF RESPIRATORY CARE. MAY 2001

5 Simplicity Nasal Mask Small, lightweight cushion worn on the tip of nose eliminates pressure on the bridge, allows patients to wear eyeglasses Soft, flexible neoprene headgear features a five-strap design that evenly distributes tension, adds stability and helps prevent leaks, fabric fastener tabs for easy adjustment S, M Standard tubing connector Soft cushion gel contours around tip of nose to provide a snug seal, stability clip on the tubing can be attached to sleepwear or to headgear for added support Sunrise Medical Devilbiss Serenity Mask Total Face Mask Covers the entire face, eliminating pressure points around the nose, seal around the outside of face as air pressure inflates the soft flexible sealing layer Cloth side straps and a mesh crown strap keep the mask evenly and securely in place and help prevent leaks, adjustable fabric fastener attaches to hooks on the face plate One size Pressure ports and standard tubing connector Entrainment valve allows patients to breathe room air if pressure discontinued, quick release cord can enable fast removal of the mask Tiara Medical Systems Inc. Advantage Series A Word From ADVANCE We invite comments about the Airway Interface Buyers Guide so that future efforts may better serve ADVANCE readers. Please forward comments to Sharlene Sephton, Editor, ADVANCE for Managers of Respiratory Care, 2900 Horizon Drive, King of Prussia, PA 19406; ssephton@merion.com; Fax: (610) ; Phone: (800) , ext ADVANCE strives for accuracy in all its buyers guides, but cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions due to illegibility or poor fax transmission. Inclusion or exclusion does not mean that ADVANCE endorses one company over another. Only companies that responded to the ADVANCE survey were included in this buyers guide. ADVANCE reserved the right to edit entries for style, clarity, brevity and fairness. Information in the listings came from the companies. Trademark and registered symbols are listed here as they were returned on surveys. Airway Interface Buyers Guide Easily adjustable and durable forehead rest means a perfect fit every night Soft, latex-free cushion and forehead pads, adjustable exhaust port allows patients to direct exhaled air from their chest and bed partners One size fits most 4 oz CPAP Double silicon membrane facial interface attached to a lightweight frame with an adjustable forehead mechanism for support Available with both the Coolcap and strap style headgear, with standard one-inch four slot arrangement that will work with most manufacturers headgear Adult S, adult regular Can be used with all standard CPAP devices Standard 22 mm male adapter Tiara part numbers TMS-2520 (adult small) and TMS-2530 (adult regular) MAY ADVANCE FOR MANAGERS OF RESPIRATORY CARE 71