Endotracheal tube drainage system and methods
US10765825B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/0486
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endotracheal tube (ETT) system and methods are provided. In at least one example, an ETT system may comprise, a tube, inflatable cuff coupled to the tube, and a restrictor. In at least one example the restrictor may comprise one more cavities. In a further example, a restrictor drainage assembly may be coupled to the restrictor, the restrictor drainage assembly configured to drain secretions that may be collected at a collection point formed by the restrictor when the ETT system is positioned in an airway of a patient and in an inflated state.
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