Circuit for spontaneous respiration in adults:
High-Yield Explanation
Ref. Oxford textbook of anesthesia. Page. 330
Spontaneous respiration: A>D,E>C >B
IPPV :D&E> B> C> A
Mapleson A :
For adult
Magill system
Flow rate = Minute volume
Mapleson B: - not used
Mapleson C :
Water system
Choice in Post operative room
Mapleson D:
Bain – Coaxial system
Most effective in assisted control ventilation
Mapleson E:
Ayre’s T tube
Infants and young children