Endotracheal tube splitter
US5873858A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 1995 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0675
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endotracheal tube splitter and a method for removing an endotracheal tube are disclosed. The endotracheal tube splitter includes a handle portion, a cutting edge for cutting the endotracheal tube as it is withdrawn from a patient, and a support member for preventing the cutting edge from turning to either side and for maintaining the cutting edge at least a minimum desired distance from the face of the patient. The endotracheal tube splitter allows the more rapid replacement of the endotracheal tube, and allows a bronchoscope to be used as the guide for placing the tube.
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