Apparatus for delivery of humidified gases therapy, associated methods and analysis tools
US7086399B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/3368
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus for delivery of humidified gases therapy includes a humidifier. A recorder records. An output interface allows for outputting of the recorded data. The recorder may also record data indicative of patient compliance with the humidified gases therapy. The apparatus may determine patient compliance from sensed delivered flow.Recorded humidity and compliance data retrieved from the apparatus are useful in methods for improving the efficacy of humidified gases therapy or diagnosing problems with the efficacy of humidified gases therapy.
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