Modular pressure support system and method
US8375945B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62B7/02
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
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