Inflatable blanket having openings formed therein
US6112348A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S5/941
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a blanket for use with forced air convection systems, wherein the blanket includes openings through which a patient's toes or feet may protrude, the openings being located near the air inlet port of the blanket. By providing a blanket with such openings, comfort for the patient can be increased and slippage of the blanket can be reduced.
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