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Patient turning system

US11241350B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 29, 2019
Grant dateFeb 8, 2022
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G2200/327
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for turning a patient supported on a patient support apparatus includes a U-shaped frame and a rectangular frame pivotably coupled to the U-shaped frame. The rectangular frame includes first and second sheet grippers configured to removeably couple a plurality of sheets to the system and secure the patient between the sheets. The rectangular frame, the sheets, and the patient are configured to rotate at least 180 degrees relative to the U-shaped frame after the U-shaped frame, the rectangular frame, the sheets, and the patient are raised at least a clearance distance above the patient support apparatus.

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