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Method and apparatus for resolving upper airway obstruction, resistance or instability

US8985109B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

ResMed Corp. · AU

Inventor

Peter Edward Bateman · Sydney, AU

Key dates

Filing date	Mar 1, 2013
Grant date	Mar 24, 2015
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Mar 21, 2033

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61M2230/63
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A CPAP apparatus has a variable rise time (iii) from a base level of positive air pressure during expiration (EPAP) to a higher level during inspiration (IPAP). The rise time is adjusted in order to reduce obstruction, resistance or instability in the upper airway.

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