Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) without a mask - StarMed Helmets

The StarMed CASTAR helmets facilitate (NIV) non-invasive ventilatory support without a mask. This allows a clinician to access the patients face and allows increased comfort for the patient throughout their NIV treatment.

[@vanessaschofield7927]

I wondered what these helmets were when seeing them on the news . I am a nurse and I have learnt something. they look way more user friendly for the patients than the older face mask. and less claustrophobic. well done on these wonderful life saving devices. Thankyou

[@intersurgical]

Thanks Gaston. We appreciate all comments. Where CaStar can really come into its own is when providing NIV to patients who have damage to the head or face.

[@oaktree1628]

They should make a portable version of this to use as an alternative to the standard N95 mask.

[@johndakin889]

What an expieance that was believe me,having had cabg-4 last sept but hey oh it worked ,in still here to tell the tale..

[@IBlockchainMedia]

What about the effects on the ears and eyes?

[@intersurgical]

Thank you for your comment, Naim. There are no reports of associated effects on the eyes and ears.

[@kneebarx]

Is it like a giant nonrebreather mask

[@intersurgical]

The hood is a CPAP and NIV patient interface for supplying positive pressure not only oxygen therapy. If you would like any further details please contact us or find further information at www.intersurgical.com/info/starmed

[@ar11112011]

Can you do bi-level ventilation with this or just CPAP?

[@intersurgical]

Thanks for your message. Some hood models can be used for bilevel non-invasive ventilation on appropriate equipment and with suitable breathing systems. Please contact your local office where someone will be able to discuss your requirements in more detail.

[@davebellamy4867]

The patient looks like Soros!