Flexible connector
US7726309B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/912
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A flexible connector that couples a delivery conduit to a patient interface device and a pressure support system that includes such a flexible connector. The flexible connector of the present invention prevents disruption of the seal between the patient interface and the patient's face. The flexible connector may have a bellows portion with a longitudinally directed portion, a narrowed neck portion, or a plurality of corrugations. The flexible connector may further have a swivel portion and/or an exhaust member, and/or a hinge member.
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