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Apparatus and methods for assisting breathing

US9174046B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 25, 2012
Grant dateNov 3, 2015
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 11, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61H2230/625
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention provides, among other things, apparatus and methods of use for treating a subject in need of assistance with breathing. In some embodiments the subject suffers from airflow obstruction. In some embodiments, the subject suffers from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

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