Multiple seal port anesthesia adapter
US7036509B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/01
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is an anesthesia adapter that is suitable for the simultaneous insertion of multiple devices or instruments into the lungs during ventilation of the patient, while minimizing or eliminating gas leaks. The anesthesia adapter comprises in one embodiment a first port sized to receive a first elongate instrument; a second port sized to receive a second elongate instrument; an endotrachial tube fitting configured to be coupled to an endotrachial tube, the endotrachial tube fitting fluidly coupled to the first and second ports; and a hose fitting configured to be coupled to a ventilator hose, the hose fitting fluidly coupled to the first and second ports. The first port seals around the first elongated instrument and the second port seals around the second elongate instrument.
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