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MetaNeb® is indicated
for mobilization of secretions, lung expansion therapy, the
treatment and prevention of pulmonary atelectasis, and also
has the ability to provide supplemental oxygen when used
with compressed oxygen.
MetaNeb® is a therapeutic device that utilizes a systematic
approach to enhance normal mucus clearance and resolve or
prevent patchy atelectasis. CHFO™ (Continuous High
Frequency Oscillation) mode is a pneumatic form of chest
physiotherapy that delivers medicated aerosol while
oscillating the airways with continuous pulses of positive
pressure. In CPEP™ (Continuous Positive Expiratory
Pressure) mode MetaNeb® provides medicated aerosol combined
with continuous positive pressure to assist in holding open
and expanding the airways.
Patients who may benefit from MetaNeb® would include the
following disease states:
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Bronchiolitis
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Cystic Fibrosis
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Asthma
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Chronic Bronchitis
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Bronchiectasis
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Neuromuscular Disorders
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Emphysema
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Patients Needing Post Operative Airway
Management
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Patients Needing Emergency Room Airway
Management
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