System and method for smart delivery of backup breaths
US8726902B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 13, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2230/42
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for delivering ventilatory support to a patient is presented. The method includes controlling delivery of a first backup breath by delaying onset of the first backup breath, wherein delaying the onset of the first backup breath is configured to allow selection of an appropriate backup rate. Systems and computer-readable medium that afford functionality of the type defined by this method is also contemplated in conjunction with the present technique.
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