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Breathing assistance apparatus

US11357944B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2016
Grant dateJun 14, 2022
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2210/0625
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Headgear for use with a respiratory mask is described. The headgear comprises a continuous and substantially curved elongate member extending in use below a user's nose and at least two headgear straps capable of attachment to the ends of the elongate member. A mask attachment on the elongate member is disposed to sit below or on one of said user's nose, mouth, upper lip and an inlet to the mask. The attachment is capable of receiving the mask.

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