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Surgical headrest

US5090073A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 22, 1991
Grant dateFeb 25, 1992
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 22, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G13/121
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for immobilizing the head of a patient during ocular, facial, or dental surgery comprises a flat cushion headrest bordered by a neck-supporting bulge. Adjustable lateral head-clamping arms incorporate padded headphones. A shroud-supporting frame extends obliquely from each side of the headrest over the patient's chest area, and provides a means for mounting ventilation lines and sensors for patient monitoring.

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