Interchangeable inserts
US8783252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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12References
25Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 11, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2230/432
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a mask for patient ventilation, a frame portion is included for surrounding a respiratory opening of a patient. A retention strap is coupled with the frame portion for maintaining positive pressure between the frame portion and the respiratory opening of the patient. A removable insert is configured to physically attach and detach from the frame portion without requiring removal of the frame or the retention strap from the patient.
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