Pros and Cons of Each Delivery System

My Patient Guide

Guiding you every step of the way.

COMPRESSED GAS

Advantages include:

1.)  Tanks are small, lightweight and portable for "away from home" usage.

2.)  Can deliver oxygen at a high flow rate.

3.)  Contents do not evaporate.

4.)  No electricity is required.

5.)  Easy mobility.

Disadvantages:

1.)  Contents under pressure, hazardous if dropped.

2.)  Small tanks have a limited usage time.

3.)  Large tanks are heavy and cumbersome.  Suitable for stationary use only.

LIQUID OXYGEN

Advantages include:

1.)  Allows the user to be mobile.

2.)  User is able to fill thier own portable tanks.

3.)  Oxygen delivered at a high flow rate.

4.)  Requires no electricity.

5.)  Relatively quiet while in operation.

Disadvantages:

1.)  User must return home to refill portable tank.

2.)  Contants of tank evaporate over time.

OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR

Advantages include:

1.)  Minimal maintenance needed.

2.)  Does not need to be refilled.

3.)  Provides unlimited oxygen supply.

4.)  Can be moved easily from room to room.

Disadvantages:

1.)  Requires electricity and will increase your electric bill.

2.)  Is affected by power surges and outages.

3.)  Requires a back-up system.

4.)  Cannot deliver oxygen at high flow rates.

5.)  Motor produces noise and heat.

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DME / Oxygen

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