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CPR compression device and method including a fluid filled bladder

US7666153B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 6, 2005
Grant dateFeb 23, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 6, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S601/07
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Improved automatic chest compression systems which use constricting belts, repeatedly inflating bladders, or reciprocating pistons to compress the chest. A bladder is placed between the chest and the particular mechanism used to compress the chest during CPR. The bladder maximizes the effectiveness of chest compressions.

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