There's bound to be condensation (
rainout) (it's the laws of physics). Isn't there a water trap in there somewhere (or am I missing something here)? Do you have details of the set you are using (supplier, catalogue number,
etc.)?
I assume (should I ever assume .... but you're using the phrase
long cases) that you're referring to anaesthesia here
KAG, rather than ICU?
I also hear the term
exhaled breath condensate (EBC) being used. Is that what we are talking about?
HME: hygroscopic heat-moisture exchanger? I always thought these should not be used in anaesthesia circuits (?)
Meanwhile,
here's a link for anyone else who may be interested.
