Tracheostomy HMEs: Exploring the Standards in Humidification

Patients with a tracheostomy face challenges in maintaining optimal lung and tracheal climate due to the absence of natural heat and humidification from the upper airways. While active humidification is common in hospital settings, passive humidifiers like Heat and Moisture Exchangers (HMEs) offer a portable and effective alternative. This Whitepaper reviews research on HMEs and user feedback on the TrachPhone device, highlighting positive outcomes and future research directions.