Endotracheal tube stabilizing device
US5341802A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 1993 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/26
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A releasable endotracheal tube stabilizing device having a retaining unit for adjustably securing the endotracheal tube, an adhesive head assembly of medical grade foam tape with slits in a centrally located integral attachment member for receiving and positioning the retaining unit, two D-shaped rings which are secured to lateral ends of the head assembly, and a stretchable neckband detachably connected to the D-rings that encircles the patient's neck for stabilization. The retaining unit is operative to secure or release the endotracheal tube while the neckband and head assembly remains in place. The neckband includes hook and loop surfaces to permit removal of a cervical collar and re-assembly of the stabilization device without dislodging the endotracheal tube.
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