Heimlich valve

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:hospital
gptkbp:allows air to escape
gptkbp:applies_to emergency medicine
gptkbp:can_be_used_with other chest drainage systems
thoracostomy
gptkbp:composed_of one-way valve
medical-grade materials
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:Henry_Heimlich
gptkbp:first_introduced 1960s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Heimlich valve
gptkbp:is_a permanent solution
gptkbp:is_associated_with pneumothorax treatment
gptkbp:is_available_in various sizes
gptkbp:is_compatible_with various chest tubes
gptkbp:is_connected_to chest tube
gptkbp:is_considered a temporary solution
a standard procedure
a critical tool
a non-invasive option
a life-saving device
a basic medical tool
a fundamental device
gptkbp:is_designed_to facilitate breathing
gptkbp:is_discussed_in medical conferences
gptkbp:is_documented_in gptkb:municipality
gptkb:academic_journal
gptkbp:is_effective_against managing air leaks
gptkbp:is_evaluated_by gptkb:hospital
safety and efficacy
gptkbp:is_monitored_by air leaks
gptkbp:is_often_used_in hospital settings
trauma cases
gptkbp:is_part_of first aid kits
emergency response equipment
emergency medical training
trauma kits
patient management protocols
pleural drainage system
gptkbp:is_protected_by air from entering
gptkbp:is_subject_to gptkb:municipality
gptkbp:is_tested_for effectiveness
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:hospital
gptkbp:is_used_for pneumothorax
gptkbp:is_used_in emergency situations
surgical procedures
pre-hospital care
field medicine
gptkbp:is_used_to assist with breathing difficulties
manage chest injuries
prevent lung collapse
relieve pressure in the chest
gptkbp:is_utilized_in critical care settings
gptkbp:named_after gptkb:Henry_Heimlich
gptkbp:replaced_by more advanced devices
gptkbp:requires proper placement
gptkbp:security_features patient use
gptkbp:suitable_for medical associations
certain patients
specific medical conditions
certain lung conditions
open pneumothorax
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Henry_Judah_Heimlich
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6