Effects of heterogeneity of gas channels on carbon dioxide output of membrane oxygenators

: A relationship between the carbon dioxide output of the oxygenators and the value of ventilating gas flow is analyzed. It is shown that a potential inhomogeneity of gas channels may result from the lower efficiency of the oxygenators. The tests of the MOST oxygenators have indicated that the achieved homogeneity of their gas chambers is sufficient for carbon dioxide to be effectively removed.