Capnospot® – Tension Pneumothorax Decompression Indicator
Revolutionized Pneumothorax Decompression
The Capnospot® Tension Pneumothorax Decompression Indicator is a small, lightweight, portable device designed to affix on the distal end of any commercially available needle used for decompression. Capnospot lets you know you’re in by offering objective, visual confirmation.
The Capnospot attaches to any needle using a standard luer lock fitting. As pneumothorax gas flows through the needle and Capnospot device, dark blue colorimetric paper turns bright yellow in seconds as it comes in contact with CO2.
The color change provides visual confirmation of correct needle placement, allowing providers to quickly proceed with other relevant life-saving therapies.
What is Pneumothorax?
A pneumothorax is a collapsed lung and occurs when air leaks into the space between the lung and chest wall. Tension Pneumothorax is especially deadly.
Tension pneumothorax is a life-threatening condition that can develop when either the visceral pleura is disrupted, or with injury to the tracheobronchial tree. Rapid, accurate diagnosis and appropriate therapy are required to prevent significant atelectasis, hypoxia, circulatory arrest, and possible patient death.
Healthcare providers struggle to assess the success of decompression due to a lack of any immediate objective feedback. The gaseous composition of tension pneumothorax is similar to that of end respiratory gas. This includes an increased partial pressure of carbon dioxide in comparison to atmospheric air, which makes colorimetric capnography an ideal confirmatory test.
Capnospot Benefits
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Rapid, efficient and visual indication of correct needle placement
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Easy to read results removes operator subjectivity, even in low lighting
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Lightweight, portable, real-time confirmatory color change (from blue to yellow)
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Compatible with existing decompression devices, catheters, and needles
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More accurate than listening for a gush of air
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Built in one-way valve
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Cost effective solution reduces the need for multiple needles to ensure success
* Capnospot is a registered brand of Pneumeric, Inc. used under license. Technimount EMS is Pneumeric’s exclusive distributor for the Emergency Medical Services and Hospital markets in Canada.