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we have been using draeger equipment for last 18 years. at the moment 1 primus, 1 cato, 4 evita 4, 4 savina, and 2 dura ventilators. Dreger has a very strong service team and ve did not have any troubles
except o2 sensors on primus but that had been resolved with no problems.
best regards
Milan

hi,
any one have Operator manual for Engstrom Carestation, plz send it

ahmed_emet@hotmail.com

thank you

We use Servo-i and G5 vents, similar to Galileo. Both are very good as regards reliability and quality of service.

Two things to consider: The Servo-i uses a large expiratory block which needs either filter protection or autoclave after each use. Replacements are about £800. The Hamilton vent uses a simple diaphragm and housing which costs about £80.
The Servo-i measures patient flows and pressures down the circuit. The Hamilton measures from a disposable patient sensor, which means it is more accurate but adds £15 to the cost of each circuit.
There are different add-ons too. With the Servo-i you can get NAVA which triggers breathing very accurately with the patient- at a cost. With the G5 you can get Heliox which helps O2 delivery in obstructed lungs - at a cost.

Enjoy your trials!

Moira