Single-use oral protector especially for use in electroconvulsive therapy
US6039046A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C5/90
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An oral protector, especially for use by patients during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) consists of a flat unitary member which is preferably stamped from a flat sheet of material. The protector is elastic and formed of a closed-cell material, such as polyurethane plastic resin or artificial rubber. It has an elongated, generally elliptical shaped central opening which acts as an air passage.
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