Crosstex®/Accutron™

Capnography Adapters for Use with N₂O/O₂ Sedation
Capnography – a patient safety feature designed to monitor breathing – is recognized as a valuable warning device for use during sedation treatment. The capnograph enables clinicians to instantly recognize ventilation and circulatory events that – if uncorrected – could potentially lead to hypoxia. Capnograph monitoring is an American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons requirement for renewed licensure (AAOMS ParCare, 2012) and is recommended in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for sedation, when moderate or other deeper levels of sedation are employed.

Introducing Axess™ Capnography Adapters
Crosstex®/Accutron™, manufacturer of the Axess nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation product line, has recently expanded its offerings to include Axess™ Capnography Adapters. The new capnography adapters complete the Axess product line, which includes low-profile, single-use translucent nasal masks and scavenging circuits.

The adapters provide a CO₂ capnograph monitor sample line connection for the purpose of monitoring patient end-tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO₂). Axess capnography sampling draws from within the nasal mask, measuring patient exhalation (EtCO₂) at the source. The adapter is inserted between the Axess Nasal Mask and Scavenging Circuit, with the flexibility to connect to either the right or left side of the patient mask, depending on which is more convenient for the clinician.

The single-use Axess Capnography Adapters are individually packaged in ZipLoc® bags to minimize cross-contamination, and the non-latex material offers protection to patients and staff who have latex allergies.

Highlighting the Axess™ Advantage
For dental practices using N₂O/O_2, the Axess capnograph adapter offers a convenient, easy solution. Traditionally, dentists have placed the sample line within the nasal mask and taped it under the patient’s nose, making it awkward to secure and uncomfortable for the patient.  With Axess™ Advantage, it is easier to introduce the sample line into the system, more comfortable for the patient, and it will not potentially disturb the nasal mask seal and allow gas to seep into the clinician’s work zone and into the atmosphere. For more information about the Axess product line, or to request Axess Nasal Mask samples for your doctors, visit us at crosstex.com/axess.

Editor’s note: Sponsored by Crosstex®/Accutron™.