HME bypass system
US6588421B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/912
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A HME bypass system including a manually actuated bypass valve which is coupled into a respiratory air circuit, preferably upstream of the HME, to permit inspiratory air to be selectively passed through the HME, or to bypass the HME, depending upon the treatment desired by the healthcare provider.
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