Bair Hugger


Image of Bair Hugger Model 875 in hospital room
Bair Hugger Model 875

The Bair Hugger system is a convective temperature management system used in a hospital or surgery center to maintain a patient's core body temperature. The Bair Hugger system consists of a reusable warming unit and single-use disposable warming blankets for use before, during and after surgery. This medical device launched in 1987 and is currently manufactured by the 3M Company.[1]

  1. ^ Welbes, John (2010-09-09). "3M picks up 'Bair Hugger' manufacturer". St. Paul Pioneer Press. Retrieved 2018-01-26.