COVID-19: Important information for clinicians considering use of anesthesia machines for patient ventilation

This is in accordance with the U.S. FDA guidance published March 2020, stating they do not object to the use of anesthesia machines for patients requiring ventilation.

IMPORTANT: This document contains off-label information. This information is only being provided for consideration during the COVID-19 pandemic. Regulatory authorities (e.g. U.S. FDA, Health Canada, TGA, EU Competent Authorities) have not cleared or approved these anesthesia devices as safe and effective for use as ICU ventilators. The use of these devices as ICU ventilators has not been verified or validated. Use of the devices in this manner is at the sole discretion and responsibility of the clinician or device owner and is done at his/her own (liability) risk.

Information on off-label use of GE Healthcare anesthesia devices for ICU ventilation

Refer to the APSF/ASA Guidance on Purposing Anesthesia Machines as ICU Ventilators for more information.

For recommended anesthesia machine cleaning instructions and cleaning agent compatibility visit https://cleaning.gehealthcare.com/

Educate yourself on the differences between an anesthesia machine and an ICU ventilator by watching this video.

Find more information at ICU Ventilation User Resources to help manage your coronavirus patients

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