Method and apparatus for delivering an additive with a CPAP machine
US7350519B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/06
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is a method and apparatus for delivering an additive with a continuous positive airway pressure (“CPAP”) machine. The invention includes mixing an additive with humidifier water and providing the additive to the patient with the CPAP machine. According to certain embodiments, the additive can be an aromatic additive or a therapeutic additive.
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