EO-70 Secretion Management Device: Airway Clearance Technology

Effective respiratory secretion management is an important part of airway care across a range of clinical situations, including neuromuscular conditions, chronic respiratory disease, and in patients with impaired cough or reduced ability to clear respiratory secretions.

Disclaimer:  ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE. Always consult a healthcare professional to determine if this device is appropriate for your condition. This device is restricted for use by qualified trained personnel only, under the direction of the doctor.

What Is a Cough Assist Machine?

A cough assist machine, also known as a mechanical insufflation-exsufflation (MIE) device, is used in airway clearance therapy. These devices generate alternating positive and negative pressure cycles to simulate the airflow changes associated with a natural cough.

The EO-70 Secretion Management Device provides mechanical insufflation-exsufflation therapy and Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) as part of respiratory care programs prescribed by healthcare professionals.

InterMed represents the EO-70 Secretion Management Device from Air Liquide Medical Systems. The EO-70 is designed for use in healthcare facilities and home environments under clinical guidance.

The device provides airway clearance therapy using controlled positive and negative pressure cycles that create airflow changes associated with secretion mobilisation.

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EO-70 Device Overview

The EO-70 device delivers two respiratory therapy modes that may be prescribed by clinicians depending on patient needs and clinical protocols.

In-Exsufflation (INEX)

Mechanical insufflation-exsufflation therapy alternates positive and negative pressure to simulate the flow changes associated with a cough.

Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB)

IPPB therapy delivers positive pressure breaths intended to help support lung expansion during respiratory therapy sessions.

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EO-70 Device Interface and Operation

Visual Therapy Guidance

The EO-70 interface includes visual indicators that guide users through therapy cycles during operation.

A dedicated coaching function is available to display step-by-step prompts designed to support therapy familiarisation for new users.

Touchscreen Interface

The EO-70 includes a 7-inch touchscreen display that allows clinicians to configure therapy parameters and monitor sessions for a tailored therapy experience.

Portable Design

The EO-70 includes a detachable module and internal battery, allowing the device to be used in different care environments including hospitals, clinics, and home settings where prescribed.

Therapy Monitoring and Data Access

The EO-70 displays therapy parameters during operation, including pressure and flow waveforms. Historical therapy data can also be accessed through compatible clinical software for review by healthcare professionals.

Use Across Care Environments

The EO-70 is intended for use in hospitals, respiratory clinics, and home environments where airway clearance therapy has been prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.

The device may be used as part of respiratory management programs involving patients with reduced cough effectiveness or impaired secretion clearance.

Contact us to learn more about the EO-70 and its use in respiratory care.

Frequently Asked Questions About the EO-70 Cough Assist Machine

Q: What is a cough assist machine?

A: A cough assist machine is a medical airway clearance or mechanical insufflation-exsufflation (MIE) device that generates alternating positive and negative pressure to simulate the airflow changes associated with a natural cough.

Q: What is the EO-70 cough assist machine used for?

A: The EO-70 cough assist machine is used as part of airway clearance therapy in patients with impaired cough or reduced ability to clear respiratory secretions, as determined by a healthcare professional.

Q: Is the EO-70 just an airway clearance machine?

A: No, the EO-70 is an airway clearance machine cough assist device that offers both In-Exsufflation and Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) therapies.

Q: Who can use a cough assist device like the EO-70?

A: The EO-70 may be used for patients who have difficulty clearing respiratory secretions and require assisted airway clearance under clinical guidance.

Q: Can the EO-70 cough assist machine be used at home?

A: Yes. The EO-70 cough assist machine is designed for both clinical and home use when prescribed or directed by a healthcare professional.

The EO-70 includes a carry case and internal battery to support use in different environments such as at home, school, or while travelling when prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Q: What is IPPB?

A: IPPB, or Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing, is a respiratory therapy technique that delivers positive pressure breaths and may be used as part of respiratory care programs under clinical supervision.

Q: How is therapy data managed on the EO-70?

A: Therapy data from the EO-70 cough assist machine can be viewed on the device screen in real time, including pressure and flow waveforms.  Historical patient data and usage compliance can be analysed via EOVE Clinical Software

Q: Does the EO-70 cough assist machine need to be set up by a clinician?

A: Yes. The EO-70 cough assist machine must be set up and configured by a trained healthcare professional, such as a physiotherapist, to ensure therapy settings are configured according to the patient’s clinical requirements.  Once set up, it may be used in clinical or home settings as directed.