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Pliable respiratory mask

US6357440B1 · kind B1 · utility

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38References
8Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 16, 1999
Grant dateMar 19, 2002
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 16, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2210/0618
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A pliable respiratory mask is provided according to the invention. The pliable respiratory mask includes a mask shell adapted to fit over a portion of a face of a person, the mask shell being formed of a pliable material selected from the group consisting of a woven fabric, a non-woven fabric, a non-woven paper, or a pliable foam material, a hose connector extending through the pliable material of the mask shell and fastened to the pliable material, and an attachment for securing the shell over a portion of the person's face.

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