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New method for oxygen therapy in the home using an oxygen concentrator
British Medical Journal
|April 14, 1973
Summary
Long-term oxygen therapy can help patients with pulmonary hypertension from chronic bronchitis. A new oxygen concentrator offers a convenient and economical home treatment option, though mechanical improvements are needed.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Pulmonary hypertension associated with chronic bronchitis may benefit from long-term oxygen therapy.
- Current oxygen administration methods are costly and inconvenient for home use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the Rimer-Birlec domiciliary oxygen concentrator for home oxygen therapy.
- To assess the feasibility and potential of oxygen concentrators in managing chronic bronchitis-related pulmonary hypertension.
Main Methods:
- A patient with chronic bronchitis and pulmonary hypertension was treated at home using the Rimer-Birlec oxygen concentrator.
- The device delivers 92% oxygen concentration at a flow rate of 2 L/min.
Main Results:
- Successful use of the oxygen concentrator in a patient's home setting was demonstrated.
- The device offers convenience and economic advantages over existing methods.
Conclusions:
- The Rimer-Birlec oxygen concentrator shows promise as a preferred method for home oxygen therapy.
- Further development is required to enhance mechanical reliability and reduce noise for widespread adoption.