Patent classifications
A61M16/106
Self-sanitizing medical devices, systems and methods using the same
Technologies (e.g., devices, systems and methods) for sanitizing positive airway pressure (PAP) systems are described. In some embodiments, the technologies include a PAP delivery system comprising a hose and a PAP mask, a positive pressure supply system configured to generate a flow of pressurized air which is delivered to a user through the hose to the PAP mask of the PAP delivery system, a sanitizing system configured to sanitize one or more components of the self-sanitizing PAP system, and a PAP base unit housing, wherein one or more components of the positive pressure supply system and the sanitizing system are disposed at least partially within the PAP base unit housing.
MULTI-MODE RESPIRATORY THERAPY APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD
A respiratory therapy apparatus is operable to deliver multiple types of therapy to a patient. The apparatus includes a main housing and a nebulizer tray that selectively attaches to a bottom of the main housing. The apparatus also includes a filter housing unit having an antenna surrounding a pneumatic passage and a transponder chip coupled to the antenna. The main housing also has an antenna that surrounds a respective pneumatic passage of a main outlet port of the apparatus. The main housing includes a reader that controls communication between the antennae. The main housing of the apparatus also has a pivotable hose support plate, a firmware upgrade port underneath part of the top wall of the housing, and a graphical user interface (GUI) that displays various user inputs for control of the apparatus and that displays various alert conditions that are detected.
Interface including a foam cushioning element
A respiratory mask assembly includes a frame having a channel and a cushioning element including a clip portion adapted for interference seal and retention in the channel. The cushioning element includes an interfacing portion constructed from foam and having a wider width than the clip portion.
SELF-SEALING RESPIRATORY FILTER AND CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT APPARATUS
A respiratory filter and condensate management apparatus is provided for use in a breathing circuit during patient respiration. The apparatus includes a filter housing having an air inlet port and an air outlet port. A filter member is provided within the filter housing and located in an expiratory air flow path. A collection jar is removably attached to the filter housing and has a liquid reservoir to collect liquid formed by condensation in the flow of expiratory air within the filter housing when the collection jar is attached to the filter housing. A valve assembly moves to an open position when the filter housing is attached to the collection jar to allow drainage of the liquid from the filter housing. The valve assembly moves to a closed position when the filter housing is detached from the collection jar to prevent drainage of the liquid from the filter housing.
SELF-SANITIZING MEDICAL DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS USING THE SAME
Technologies (e.g., devices, systems and methods) for sanitizing positive airway pressure (PAP) systems are described. In some embodiments, the technologies include a PAP delivery system comprising a hose and a PAP mask, a positive pressure supply system configured to generate a flow of pressurized air which is delivered to a user through the hose to the PAP mask of the PAP delivery system, a sanitizing system configured to sanitize one or more components of the self-sanitizing PAP system, and a PAP base unit housing, wherein one or more components of the positive pressure supply system and the sanitizing system are disposed at least partially within the PAP base unit housing.
Oxygen gas concentrator with outlet accumulator
An oxygen concentrator comprises a product tank that is fluidly coupled to at least one sieve bed, and a product gas accumulator tank that is fluidly coupled to the product tank via a first conduit and to an outlet port via a second conduit, wherein the first conduit and the second conduit are disposed to allow at least a portion of product gas to flow from the product tank to the outlet port.
Ventilator
Provided is a ventilator that includes a breathing system, a mechanical system coupled to breathing system, and a control system coupled to breathing system and mechanical system. The control system includes pressure sensors, processing circuitry, and memory configured to store a look-up table. The processing circuitry receives a set of values for plurality of parameters, identifies a compression value from a plurality of compression values in the look-up table based on the received set of values. The processing circuitry causes the mechanical system to compress a bag valve of the breathing system in accordance with the identified compression value. The compression of the bag valve causes a gaseous inhalant to flow through the breathing system within a time-interval. The processing circuitry determines an actual volume of the gaseous inhalant and iteratively modifies the compression value of the bag valve to match a desired volume of the gaseous inhalant.
Respiratory therapy filter, flow control, and patient interface apparatuses, systems, and methods
A nebulizer assembly for a respiratory device is provided having a housing defining a chamber. The housing also has a nebulizer port configured to receive a nebulizer to discharge atomized medication into the chamber. An outlet of a handle is coupled to the inlet of the housing. A hose is coupled to an inlet of the handle. A patient interface is coupled to the outlet of the housing. Air flows from the hose to the patient interface via the handle and the housing. The air mixes with the atomized medication within the chamber.
GAS INHALATION MASK
A gas inhalation mask includes a mask body formed of paper, nonwoven fabric, or fabric, and a tube attachment member. The tube attachment member is attached to an attachment opening provided in the mask body. In a case where the mask body is attached to a subject, an axis of a tube does not directly face toward a face of the subject. The tube is connected to a tube connecting portion of the tube attachment member.
APPARATUSES AND METHODS TO PRODUCE HEATED AIR
A heated air generator includes: a fan configured to generate a flow of gas; a housing coupled to the fan and including an intake port positioned to allow the flow of gas to enter the housing and an exhaust port positioned to allow the flow of gas to exit the housing; and a heat generator disposed within the housing and including a plurality of heating arrays that are stacked and positioned such that the flow of gas impinges on the heating arrays between the intake port and the exhaust port before exiting the housing.