It is not a toxic gas. It does not have flammable properties. However, since it is 1.5 times heavier than air, it can consume the oxygen in the air very quickly. Excess carbon dioxide gas, especially in closed areas, can cause death by suffocation.
Usage Areas
- Laparoscopy
- Cryotherapy Applications
- It is used for surface inflation to provide clear vision in body cavities in surgical operations.
