| Health topic | Child mortality |
|---|---|
| Classification | Treatment |
| Scope | Commercialized |
| Manufacturer location |
Vietnam |
Respiratory failure accounts for about 4.9 million infant deaths a year in developing countries. CPAP devices are successful in treatment but can be too expensive to be used commonly in low-resource facilities.
The Breath of Life CPAP device is much cheaper (~$1000) compared to other devices that range from $4-10,000. The flows air or oxygen into airway interfaces to maintain a safe pressure in the lungs, preventing respiratory distress. The device is easy to use as health care workers only need to attach nasal prongs to the child’s nostrils in order to provide air flow.
Vietnam
East Meets West
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| Authors | Lonny Grafman, Chris Waterguy, Emilio, Kathleen Sienko, Amir Sabet Sarvestani |
|---|---|
| License | CC-BY-SA-3.0 |
| Organizations | Appropedia Foundation, University of Michigan |
| Cite as | Csoyars (2013–2026). "Global Health Medical Device Compendium/Breath of Life CPAP". Appropedia. Retrieved September 30, 2026. |