Cannula for minimizing dilution of dosing during nitric oxide delivery
US9032959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/0618
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention generally relates to, amongst other things, systems, devices, materials, and methods that can improve the accuracy and/or precision of nitric oxide therapy by, for example, reducing the dilution of inhaled nitric oxide (NO). As described herein, NO dilution can occur because of various factors. To reduce the dilution of an intended NO dose, various exemplary nasal cannulas, pneumatic configurations, methods of manufacturing, and methods of use, etc. are disclosed.
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