Brain cooling device and method for cooling
US5913885A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 23, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0056
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention discloses a device and a method for resuscitating the brain as result of ischemic and anoxic injuries whereby the patient survives neurologically intact. The device includes a head enveloping helmet and neck supporting back plate with interconnected hollow cavities to allow chilled fluid from an activated coolant source to pass therethrough and subsequently chill the brain and upper spinal column. Once chilled, the brain's metabolism is slowed whereby resuscitation efforts can continue while neurologic damage is minimized. The method includes placing and adjusting the helmet on the patient's head, placing the back plate under the patient's neck and into abutment with the helmet, connecting the helmet to the coolant source and activating the coolant source.
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