Project Overview

Our goal this semester is to develop a pressure-regulating system for an endotracheal tube cuff that will not allow intracuff pressure to exceed 25 cm H2O pressure. Overinflation of the cuff (which provides a tight seal between the endotracheal tube and the patient’s trachea) is a common problem. The excess pressure can cause many complications, especially in children.

Files

• Midsemester Presentation (October 20, 2006)
• Midsemester Paper (October 26, 2006)
• PDS (October 26, 2006)
• Final Poster (December 11, 2006)
• Final Paper (December 13, 2006)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Michael Alexander - Team Leader
• Tyler Lark - BSAC
• Claire Edlebeck - Co-BWIG
• Lucas Vitzthum - Co-BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Kristyn Masters - Advisor
• Dr. Lester Proctor - Client

Related Projects

• Fall 2006: Valve for an endotracheal tube cuff
• Spring 2006: Endotracheal Tube Cuff Valve