Medical CO2 Gas

Applications of Medical Carbon Dioxide

Medical carbon dioxide gas is used in some important diagnostic and therapeutic fields owing to its special physiologic properties of good solubility in blood, inflammability, and rapid excretion through lungs; this gas is among the basic gases in many operating rooms and endoscopy units.

Laparoscopy and Closed Surgeries

The most important application of medical CO2 gas in hospitals is in less invasives procedures such as laparoscopy, endoscopy, and arthroscopy. In these methods, CO2 is injected to body cavities to increase the cavity size and volume. This way, the walls move apart, and the working space will become clear and stable to assess the tissues and perform the surgery. This causes:
• Better insight for the surgeon
• Less damage to tissues compared to open surgery
• Less bleeding and shorter patient recovery period

Improves respiration and spasm control in the bronchi

Carbon dioxide is used in some treatment processes for breath stimulation and helps prevent breath-holding or bronchial spasm (bronchospasm). In some specific conditions, gaseous mixtures containing CO2 can:
• Help to improve the rate and depth of breathing
• Help to improve the ventilation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or Irregular breathing patterns
• Decreasing the danger of long-term breath holding decreased ventilation during some processes

Application in Physiology, Medical Research, and Cerebral Circulation

In medicine and physiology, CO2 mixtures are used to investigate respiration responses and changes in cerebral circulation. Controlled increase in inhaling CO2 can increase blood flow in the brain and is also used to monitor and assess the neurological and cardiovascular performance in some research protocols or during special surgeries.

Advantages of using Medical Carbon Dioxide:

• Good solubility in blood and rapid excretion via the lungs under controlled conditions
• Making a stable and clear space in laparoscopy, endoscopy, and arthroscopy with less injury to tissues
• Enabling the use of standard gaseous mixtures for respiratory and physiological tests
• Helps reduce bloating and discomfort in patients compared to using air in some endoscopic procedures

Risks of using Medical Carbon Dioxide

Incorrect or uncontrolled usage of CO2 gas can be dangerous to patients. Excessive increase of CO2 in the body can cause hypercapnia, respiratory acidosis, and disorders in cardiovascular function. The symptoms may include headache, shortness of breath, increased heartbeat, feeling of chest pressure, and a reduced level of consciousness in more severe cases.
Furthermore, when the pressure and flow rate of the injected CO2 into body cavities are not adjusted properly, it can cause damage such as severe pain, tissue damage, or, in rare cases, gas embolism. So, medical CO2 should only be used by experienced treatment teams, with standard equipment, and under monitoring; any arbitrary consumption or outside of medical environments is forbidden.

Accessories and Technical Considerations of Medical Carbon Dioxide

For the safe and standard application of medical CO2 gas, using reliable medical gas equipment that complies with medical protocols is necessary. The most important equipment is:
• Special medical regulator for CO2 with high precision and equipped with safety systems
• Insufflator apparatus for precise gas pressure and flow rate control in laparoscopy, endoscopy, and arthroscopy
• Flowmeters and houses special for medical gases and health standards
• respiration monitoring systems (such as measuring CO2 in exhalation) in the operating room and the ICU
Using industrial CO2 gas instead of medical-grade in the operating room or with the patient is nonstandard and forbidden.

Medical Carbon Dioxide Gas Cylinder and Tank

Medical CO2 gas is stored and transported in cylinders. These cylinders are distinctive from other gases by obvious color coding to prevent any mistake in consumption. The common capacities of medical CO2 cylinders are:
• 5 Liter Carbon Dioxide cylinder
• 10 Liter Carbon Dioxide cylinder
• 20 Liter Carbon Dioxide cylinder
• 40 Liter Carbon Dioxide cylinder
• 50 Liter Carbon Dioxide cylinder
The choice of cylinder capacity depends on the required volume. Consider the production year of the cylinder or the last hydrostatic test date, the integrity of the valve and body of the cylinder, and caution labels on them.

Safety, Storage, and Transportation of Medical Carbon Dioxide Gas

• Suitable ventilation: keep cylinders in warehouses and rooms with sufficient ventilation to prevent CO2 concentration increase beyond the limitations in case of leakage.
• Put in vertical position and restrained: Cylinders must be kept in vertical position and fixed with a suitable clamp or chin to prevent fall or impact.
• Keep away from heat or flame: Cylinders must be kept away from heat sources, direct sunlight, or hot plates.
• Safe transportation: Use cylinder-specific trolleys for internal transportation and prevent rolling or pulling cylinders on the floor.
• Inspection and labeling: Cylinders must be labeled with the type, grade, charging date, and safety cautions, and should be controlled regularly.

Price and Terms of Purchase for Medical Carbon Dioxide Gas:

The medical gas price depends on different parameters, including:
• Gas Grade or Purity
• Cylinder type and capacity (5, 10, 20, 40, or 50 liters)
• Volume of Consumption
For up to date pricing on Medical Carbon Dioxide Gas, please contact Akhavan Kalantari sales department.

Purchase of Medical Carbon Dioxide Gas

When purchasing medical CO2 gas, ensure it is medical grade and that the cylinder meets standards. Supply stability directly affects the quality of therapeutic services and the safety of patients. The Akhavan Kalantari Company, with years of experience in the production and supply of medical gases, offers highly pure medical CO2 in standard cylinders for use in operating rooms, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and other professional fields.
Contact our sales team for price inquiry, order registration, and scheduling regular supply; also, you can arrange for the purchase of other Akhavan Kalantari medical and industrial gases, including medical oxygen, nitrogen, liquid nitrogen, and other gases, if required, to receive a complete package of your required gases in treatment centers from a reliable supplier.