[On the problem of optimal warming and moistening of the inspired gases in controlled and assisted artificial ventilation (author's transl)].

The physiological significance of adequate temperature and humidity of respiratory gases and the problems of technical realization are demonstrated. Humidifying and warming of gases by the principle of bubbling through a heated waterbath are believed to be best. The problems with these techniques e.g. dependence of temperature and relative humidity of the gases delivered to the patient on respiratory minute volume, material of the tubing and room temperature are shown. A simple solution to these problems without the need of electrical heated tubing is offered. A new electronically controlled humidifier (H.R.P.-Humidifier 2000) with special developed tubing is presented. Optimal temperature and relative humidity of the respiratory gases is guaranteed by the high efficiency humidifier, and additional measurement and regulation of temperature close to the patients tracheal tube. The problem of increased amounts of condensed water in the tubing is solved by the H.R.P. special tracheal tube adapter with an automatic water exhaust. In addition the hygienic problems of artificial respiration can be solved optimally in combination with the complete H.R.P.-System 2000.