CAUTION: The technical solution contained in this document was developed in response to the emergency of SARS-Cov-2 virus pandemic and did not go through all tests and controls normally required for the development of medical-surgical devices.
In order to address the emergency situation caused by SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and the consequent deficiency of PPEs (Personal Protective Equipment) to preserve Medical Personnel (MP) and patients health, IIT decided to apply its staff know-how to modify existing equipment, meant for other usages, in protective devices for MP or patients.
In particular, IIT decided to transform full-face masks snorkelling masks, into face ventilation masks for patients in intensive care. The challenge consists in adapting the “ordinary” diving masks selected to receive oxygen airflow in and control the exit of contaminated airflow out after the patients have been breathing. The goal we achieved is to allow these modified masks to be functionally connected to the ventilation machineries currently in use in most hospitals.
IIT technical solution consists of 3 main components:
- Full face mask Cressi Duke - Gran Facciale
- Adaptor developed by IIT
- Modified lid
The 3D-printer projects for adaptor and lid can be downloaded here
For details and components assembly, please, read the Technical Sheet
CONTACTS
- IIT
Via Morego, 30
16163 Genova
EMAIL: masks@iit.it
Phone: +39 01028961
- Cressi Sub Spa
Via Adamoli 501
16165 Genova
EMAIL: Stefano.odero@cressi.com
MOBILE: +39 3343639492