Cough assist device

Alternative names
Cough assist machine
Type of medical device or related product
General vs. specific use (health condition)
Intended population sex
Level of technical knowledge
Capital
Reusable
Requirements
electricity (mains)
WHO list of priority medical devices
EMDN related code(s)
Z12159009
EQUIPMENT FOR REMOVAL OF SECRETIONS
GMDN related code(s)
59068
Ultrasonic cough stimulation system (An assembly of devices designed to stimulate a reflex cough using ultrasound in a patient who cannot cough on command, typically respiratory patients with cortical insufficiency (e.g., unconscious, comatose, anaesthetized, obtunded) or the very young/elderly, to help clear the lungs of secretions and aspirated materials (e.g., inhaled fluids or vomitus). It typically consists of: 1) a mains electricity (AC-powered) generator that produces amplified pulsed electrical signals; 2) a handpiece with ultrasonic transducers that convert the electrical signals to ultrasound for external application to the patient’s pharynx via disposable gel pads, to elicit cough reflex; and 3) a connection cable.)