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Internal ultraviolet therapy

US11318325B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 21, 2021
Grant dateMay 3, 2022
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Expiry dateOct 21, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/0661
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A UV light delivery device for performing intra-corporeal ultraviolet therapy is provided. The device includes an elongated body separated by a proximal end and a distal end. The device also includes a UV light source configured to be received at the receiving space. In some examples, the UV light source is configured to emit light with wavelengths with significant intensity between 320 nm and 410 nm and is utilized in conjunction with an endotracheal tube or a nasopharyngeal airway.

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