Devices and methods for minimizing and treating high-altitude sickness
US10780241B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3613
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A device and method for treating high-altitude sickness can include a handheld device, and can deliver a therapeutic amount of nitric oxide to an individual's lungs in order to minimize or treat high-altitude sickness. The device is self-contained and portable, which allows an individual to carry and use the device in high-altitude or other low-oxygen environments.
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