Face mask for gas monitoring during supplemental oxygen delivery
US7004168B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2230/432
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A face mask including a gas monitoring capability for improved patient management in combination with improved efficiency of supplemental oxygen delivery to the patient is provided. The face mask of the present invention is configured to direct substantially all of the inspiratory and expiratory gas streams to and from the patient through a gas measuring device and to efficiently deliver supplemental oxygen. As such, the face mask permits measurement of both oral and nasal gas exchange.
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