- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has joined hands with Wipro 3D to develop an emergency ventilator system based on Artificial Manual Breathing Unit (AMBU).
- About Artificial Manual Breathing Unit (AMBU),
- AMBU bag or a bag-valve-mask (BVM) is a hand-held device used to provide positive pressure ventilation to a patient.
- It has been developed by SCTIMST and meets urgent requirements arising out of the Coronavirus infection.
- The device is designed with readily available components so that it becomes an alternative solution.
- It provides ventilation support to the needy and is an ideal solution for ventilation shortages.
Published On : 03 Apr 2020
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