Summer Internship Program (SIP) 2024

Innovating Neonatal Resuscitation for Low-Resource Settings

We are proud to present our work on a novel, cost-effective method of neonatal resuscitation:

Mouth-to-Mouth Breathing Using a T-piece Resuscitator with Water Manometer.

💡 This model is designed to bridge the gap between modern resuscitation technology and accessibility in rural or under-equipped healthcare centers.

 Lead mentor: Dr. Satish Deopujari

 Team: Dr. Saleem Johar, Dr. Rashi Gupta, Ritwik Jarulkar, Surbhi Gedam, Parul Morande

🔧 Key Components of Our Model:

Filter: Ensures purified airflow from the rescuer to the baby.

Water Manometer (20 cm): Tube immersed in water releases bubbles to visually indicate pressure – a simple and effective pressure-monitoring method.

T-piece with PEEP Valve: Allows controlled ventilation using a thumb to occlude or open a port – mimicking modern resuscitation tools but without complex machinery.

Facemask: To create a seal on the infant’s face during ventilation.

⚙️ Mechanism of Action:

1. Air is delivered by mouth from the rescuer through a filter.

2. The air travels through a submerged tube, creating bubbles at 20 cm water depth – this indicates pressure release and mimics a manometer.

3. Peak Inspiratory Pressure (PIP) is achieved by covering the hole on the T-piece with a thumb.

4. Positive End Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) is achieved by releasing the thumb, allowing passive expiration.

5. This cycle is repeated to simulate natural breathing for the newborn, as per NRP-India resuscitation standards.

🌍 Why This Matters:

•Highly cost-effective – uses simple materials.

•Portable and lightweight – ideal for use in rural delivery settings.

•No electricity or high-tech calibration needed.

•Visual feedback via water bubbling – helps ensure safe delivery of pressure.