Compressible cannula connector with release grip
US9265906B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tracheal tube assembly includes an outer cannula configured to be positioned in a patient airway and an inner cannula configured to be disposed inside the outer cannula. The tracheal tube assembly further includes a flange member secured about the outer cannula, and an outer cannula connector coupled to a proximal end of the outer cannula. The outer cannula connector includes a compressible portion may be compressed while inserting or removing the inner cannula.
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