Equipment Wish List

Mobile X-Ray Unit:
This unit allows the radiology department perform x-rays at a child's beside, thereby saving the kids the discomfort of being moved from their ward to the Radiology department. This unit costs €40,000 and has an expected lifespan of 7-10 years.

Audiometre:
This piece of equipment examines children's hearing and costs €5,000. The expected lifespan is 5 years.

EEG Machine:
This machine monitors brain activity in vulnerable babies and young children. It allows the doctors monitor exactly what is happening in the baby and determine the appropriate treatment. This machine costs €50,000 and has an expected life span of 7 years.

Patient Monitor:
The patient monitor is widely used throughout all wards in the hospital. It monitors the vital statistics in a babies and child's body - ie: oxygen levels, blood gases etc. These machines cost €20,000 and have an expected life span of 5 years.

Dialysis Machine:
This machine is used to provide children on a waiting list for a kidney transplant the ability to lead a somewhat normal life. The machine costs €35,000 and has a lifespan of 5 years.

Operating Table:
This piece of equipment is specialised and used in our Theatres. The cost of this equipment is €50,000.