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| 20080216839 | Tracheostomy Tube - An improved tracheostomy tube providing a decreased tendency to produce rubbing, pressure necrosis, ulceration and scarring of the tracheal mucosa. The tube typically includes a rigid proximal section, a flexible intermediate section, a rigid distal section, and a beveled distal tip. The flexible intermediate section has a smooth surface and bends easily in response to pressure asserted by the tracheal walls, allowing the distal rigid section of the tube to remain in a parallel orientation relative to the tracheal lumen, The distal tip of the tube is beveled to provide a greater cross-sectional area at the tube's distal section. This beveled distal tip prevents the distal section of the tube from becoming obstructed by the back wall of the trachea or causing erosion of the tracheal mucosa. The distal tip also has a beaded or rounded edge, which further minimizes the risk of damage to the tracheal mucosa and provides a guide to the clinical care specialist during suctioning. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080216840 | Imaging via the airway - Embodiments include a medical device, an apparatus, and a method. The medical device includes a tube portion shaped and sized for airway passage insertion and having at least one pathway therethrough; and a stylet of at least one shape-transforming material, configured for insertion in one of said at least one pathway; and at least one sensor carried by the tube portion and the stylet. The apparatus includes a stylet having a first end and a second end, at least a portion of the stylet including a shape-transforming material, the stylet being configured for insertion through an airway intubation structure having at least one pathway therethrough; and at least one sensor carried by the stylet in a proximity to the first end. The method includes capturing an image adjacent to an airway tube proximate to an airway passage; and actuating, in response to the image, at least one shape-transformation of the airway tube. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080230070 | Endotracheal Tube with Radiopaque Distal End Marker - An endotracheal tube comprising a tubular member including a distal portion and a distal end, a radiopaque stripe extending longitudinally along the distal portion of the tubular member, and a radiopaque ring encircling at least a portion of the tubular member at the distal end. The radiopaque ring may be a complete oval, a substantial arc of an oval, or a series of arcs of an oval. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20080230071 | Retainer for a Laryngeal Mask - An endo-tracheal tube retainer used to facilitate the removal of a laryngeal mask of the type used to facilitate lung ventilation and the insertion of endo-tracheal tubes or related medical instruments through a patient's laryngeal opening is provided. The endo-tracheal tube retainer includes a semi-rigid stylet having proximate and distal ends and a soft curved stylet cap secured to the proximal end. The endo-tracheal tube also includes a connection adapter that is tapered from front to rear for secure insertion within a range of endo-tracheal tubes, removeably secured to the distal end. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20080236590 | Respiratory Device Comprising a Double Lumen Endotracheal Tube - Device for ventilation with a double lumen endotracheal tube featuring a connecting piece at the end distal to the patient into which the two lumina of the endotracheal tube are extended, separated within the connecting piece by an axial partition wall, a connector with two nozzles leading to a joint connecting section and separated from each other by another partition wall, the connector being attachable to the connecting piece in a way that brings the partition wall and the other partition wall into a sealing contact, a ventilator and at least one tube connected to a nozzle of the connector at one end and to the ventilator at the other. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080236591 | RESPIRATORY PROBE - According to the invention, said probe (I) comprises two channels ( | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080257355 | Self-cleaning and sterilizing endotracheal and tracheostomy tube - The self-cleaning and sterilizing endotracheal and tracheostomy tube may include a combination of an endotracheal tube or a tracheostomy tube and a suction catheter that decreases the tendency of mucus and bacteria to adhere to the inner surfaces of the thereof. The endotracheal tube and the catheter may have a hydrophobic surface exhibiting the lotus effect, which may be formed either by femtosecond laser etching or by a coating of ploy (ethylene oxide). Alternatively, the endotracheal tube and the catheter may have a lumen coated with a photocatalyst. The endotracheal tube may also have a light source and a fiberoptic bundle mounted thereon, the optical fibers extending into the lumen to illuminate the photocatalyst. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080257356 | CONTROL TIP FOR SUPRAGLOTTIC AIRWAY DEVICE - An airway device for a patient is provided. The airway device can include an airway tube having a proximal end and a distal end, and a mask connected to and in fluid communication with the distal end of the airway tube. The mask has a flexible tip portion spaced apart from the distal end of the airway tube and is also configured to be disposed in sealing communication with a laryngeal inlet of the patient's airway. Also included is a control device that has a distal end attached to the flexible tip portion of the mask and a proximal end that is spaced apart therefrom. The control device is operable to flex the flexible tip portion of the mask in a direction towards the proximal end of the airway tube and thereby prevent said portion from folding back on itself in a direction away from the laryngeal inlet. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080271741 | Patient Ventilating And Aspirating System - A patient ventilating ( | 11-06-2008 |
| 20080295847 | UNIQUE CONNECTORS FOR APPARATUS FOR VAP PREVENTATIVE VENTILATION OF INTUBATED CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS - An intermittent, large-volume flushing/suctioning scheme is provided. A specific and unique connector is used in conjunction with supplying a lavage solution to the patient via an intermittent, large-volume lavage/suctioning scheme that applies/removes the lavage solution via ports, which can be channels that are integrated into the shaft of a tracheal ventilation tube and/or an NG tube. The lavage solution is provided to the user in a specially designed container that allows for an exclusive fit between the container and the line that delivers lavage solution through the ports in the tracheal tube and the nasogastric tube. The connector element that connects to the container holding the lavage solution is specifically designed to prevent accidental connection to relevant supply lines or drainage lines that affect patient safety. A unique connector system is provided that prevents accidental mix-up of the line supplying the lavage solution to the patient with other patient supply and drainage lines in order to ensure safe application of the lavage solution for rinsing and subsequent suctioning thereof. | 12-04-2008 |
| 20080308108 | Oral cannula - Embodiments include a method and apparatus for maintaining an open airway passage in a patient while having the capacity to provide supplemental gas such as oxygen to the patient. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an oral cannula comprising an extended cannula member and an oral airway member. The method may include inserting the oral cannula into a pharynx of the patient and providing gas such as oxygen directly to an opening of a glottis of the patient. Other embodiments include a kit comprising a nasal cannula member comprising a delivery cannula and at least two cannula prongs, an oral airway member, and at least two cannula extension members, each cannula extension member connectable to each nasal cannula member prong. | 12-18-2008 |
| 20080308109 | Laryngeal Mask Airway Device - The invention relates to a laryngeal mask airway device ( | 12-18-2008 |
| 20090020127 | EMERGENCY PULMONARY RESUSCITATION DEVICE - An emergency pulmonary resuscitation device is described. The device of the present invention provides emergency breathing for use in techniques such as CPR, and is preferably capable of interaction with an automatic external defibrillator. The device is easy to operate and provides feedback so that it may be used by persons without medical training. The device also works through a simple action, making it possible for it to be inexpensively manufactured and widely disseminated. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090025728 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING BREATHING TUBE MOVEMENT - Methods and systems are provided for detecting movement of the breathing tube in a surrounding airway of a patient. The breathing tube includes an optical fiber or camera system for producing a video image of the airway from the distal end of the breathing tube. By obtaining a baseline image and comparing said baseline image with successive images, the position of the breathing tube can be automatically monitored and a signal provided when the image differs from the baseline by more than a threshold value. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090038620 | Endotracheal Tube and Intubation System Including Same - An endotracheal tube for mechanically ventilating patients is disclosed. The endotracheal tube comprises a distal end for insertion into the patient's airway, past the vocal chords, through the subglottal region, and into the patient's lung; and a proximal end for connection to a mechanical ventilator. The endotracheal tube further comprises a cuff at the distal end of the endotracheal tube to be located in the subglottal region of the patient below the vocal chords, an inflating lumen for inflating the cuff, and a suction lumen having a suction inlet port leading from the outer surface of the endotracheal tube, and to be located in the subglottal region, for evacuating secretions and/or rinsing fluid from the subglottal region during the mechanical ventilation of the patient. The distal end of the endotracheal tube is formed with an outer surface configuration effective to prevent blockage of the suction inlet port by the cuff or by tracheal mucosal tissue of the patient during a negative pressure condition in the suction lumen. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090050157 | Tracheostomy Tubes - A tracheostomy tube has an inner skeletal frame ( | 02-26-2009 |
| 20090056721 | Respiratory apparatus with mouthpiece - Disclosed herein is a respiratory apparatus that acts as a system for pre-oxygenation of a patient and for the opening of respiratory pathways of a patient. The apparatus includes a mouthpiece having a shield that is inserted in the mouth of the patient. The mouthpiece also includes an outer tubular member for receiving a universal connector which can be connected to an anesthetic device. The shield has an inner side opening which leads to the inside of the tubular member. This opening is configured to receive a connector mounted to a tracheal tube. The tracheal tube is placed within the patient. The universal connector and the tracheal connector are put into mutual fluid communication within the tubular member thereby providing gaseous fluid to flow from the universal connector to the tracheal tube which is in fluid communication with the patient's trachea. The shield also includes teeth abutments or bite members which are to be abutted by the teeth of the patient in order to keep their mouth open. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090071484 | ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE WITH INTRINSIC SUCTION & ENDOTRACHEAL SUCTION CONTROL VALVE - An improved endotracheal tube providing a built in suction channel for the removal of excessive secretions from the lumen of said tube and the tracheobronchial system is disclosed. Control valves for regulating the suction feature are also disclosed. | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090090365 | BALLOON CUFF TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE WITH GREATER EASE OF INSERTION - There is provided a balloon cuffed tracheostomy tube with a balloon designed so as to enhance the tube's anchorability without sealing the tracheal stoma and to allow for an easier insertion into the trachea than a comparable tube with a thicker balloon. The tracheostomy tube device includes a conventional hollow tube having a proximal end portion, a distal end portion, and a bend region intermediate of the end portions. The distal end portion of the tube is arranged for insertion through a patient's throat and tracheal stoma and into the tracheal lumen. The device further includes an inflatable balloon enveloping a portion of the tube. More particularly, the balloon is equal to or less than 30 microns in thickness, allowing for a greater ease of insertion and insertion through a smaller stoma opening, than a comparable tube with a balloon having a thickness greater than 30 microns. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090107509 | System for providing an open airway and methods of use thereof - In a system for dislodging a foreign body | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090126740 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE ASSEMBLY AND PAD - A tracheostomy tube assembly comprising a tracheostomy tube and an elongated neck plate secured to said tube having an upper edge, a lower edge and holes at opposite ends thereof, is characterized by a soft, flexible gel-like polymer pad having a center port surrounding the tracheostomy tube and releasably secured on the patient side of the neck plate and extending to or beyond the upper and lower neck plate edges and inside the holes. The pad has a smooth, substantially flat, planar first surface for resting against the patient side of the neck plate and a smooth, soft, transversely concave second surface for resting against a patient's neck, whereby the pad has a thicker cross-section at its opposite side edges and ends, and a thinner cross-section along a center portion extending between the upper and lower pad edges and ends. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090133701 | LARYNGEAL MASK AIRWAY DEVICE - The invention relates to a laryngeal mask airway device ( | 05-28-2009 |
| 20090139528 | Tactile Apparatus and System for Oxygen Tube - A tactile system for an oxygen tube attachable to a tracheostomy mask, the system comprising: an oxygen tube; an oxygen tube cover removeably attached to the oxygen tube, the oxygen tube cover comprising: a first end; a second end located on an end opposite the first end; a width defined generally by the distance along the oxygen tube cover from the first end to the second end; a length; an inner surface; an outer surface located on a surface opposite the inner surface; a plurality of elastic bands attached to the oxygen tube cover generally parallel to the width; a first connecting means located on the inner surface and generally at the first end; a second connecting means located on the outer surface and generally at the second end; and where the oxygen tube cover is generally made of a soft material. A tactile apparatus for an oxygen tube attachable to a tracheostomy mask, the tactile apparatus comprising: an oxygen tube cover removeably attachable to an oxygen tube, the oxygen tube cover comprising: a first end; a second end located on an end opposite the first end; a width defined generally by the distance along the oxygen tube cover from the first end to the second end; a length; an inner surface; an outer surface located on a surface opposite the inner surface; a plurality of elastic bands attached to the oxygen tube cover generally parallel to the width; a first connecting means located on the inner surface and generally at the first end; a second connecting means located on the outer surface and generally at the second end; and where the oxygen tube cover is generally made of a soft material. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090139529 | Catheter guiding flexible connector - A flexible connector couples the inlet end of a tracheotomy tube inner cannula to an outlet port of an in-line catheter. The catheter exit end of the connector is adapted to be serially coupled in pneumatic communication with the inlet end of the tracheotomy tube inner cannula and also to guide the downstream tip of the catheter into the inlet end of the inner cannula in response to pushing of the catheter upstream of the catheter outlet port. Thus, the in-line catheter can be inserted into the tracheotomy tube inner cannula with little likelihood of having to compress or “flip” the connector or disconnect the connector from the tracheotomy tube and the patient from the ventilator circuit. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090188508 | Disposable medical mouthpiece appliance - A medical appliance in the form of a pliable mouth piece in the shape of a funnel having a cylindrical section attached thereto. The pliable mouth piece is made of a robo rubber. An additional rigid tube may be inserted into the cylindrical section. The pliable appliance may be used with patients having a stoma to apply air by blowing into the mouth piece. The mouth piece may also be a part of a spirometer to test the lung capacity of people. The medical appliance may be used in patients who had a tracheotomy and by EMS technicians who perform a tracheotomy in an emergency. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090194113 | Laryngeal Mask Airway and Clip Device - The clip device of the invention is used for clipping a laryngeal mask airway. The laryngeal mask airway comprises a gas filled portion and a tube portion. The clip device comprises a first clip unit and a second clip unit, wherein the second clip unit is connected to the first clip unit. The gas filled portion can be clipped between the first clip unit and the second clip unit. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090235935 | SECRETION CLEARING PATIENT AIRWAY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A pulmonary secretion clearing airway structure and related airway management system is disclosed that has a double lumen portion which each lumen of the double lumen portion operably secured to an airway management system so that inspiratory fluid (air/oxygen mixtures, with or without added water vapor) is delivered to the distal end of the ventilation catheter through one of the two lumens and expired inspiratory fluid, pulmonary secretions, and pulmonary fluids are removed from the patient through the other lumen. The expiratory fluid pathway preferably includes a secretion collection system for removing the pulmonary secretions and the like from the pathway, thereby improving operation and safety of the system. The airway structure can be a ventilation catheter or a supraglottic airway system such as laryngeal mask and the like. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20090241963 | FLUID-FLOW CONNECTORS AND ARRAGEMENTS - A suction arrangement includes a suction source ( | 10-01-2009 |
| 20090255536 | Biofilm-Inhibiting Catheters and Tubings - Antimicrobial and biofilm-inhibiting nitric oxide-releasing medical appliances for installation into a patient, and processes for producing the medical appliances. The medical appliances are configured for conveying materials into and out of the patient's body and may comprise tubings or pouching systems. The medical appliances comprise a gas-permeable cured resin material selected from the group consisting of curable silicones, polyvinyl acetates, thermoplastic elastomers, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer rubber, polyurethanes and selected combinations thereof, wherein the gas-permeable cured resin material comprises a matrix suitable for releasably sequestering therein permeating gases. A plurality of nitric-oxide gas-releasing moieties is sequestered within and through the gas-permeable resin material. Nitric oxide is released from at least a portion of said plurality of nitric oxide gas-releasing moieties upon contact of the medical appliance with a moisture source. Exemplary medical appliances include endotracheal tubes, crichotracheotomy tubes, urinary catheters, wound drainage tubes, central intravenous catheters, peripheral intravenous catheters, and poucing systems. | 10-15-2009 |
| 20090283097 | MEDICAL CANNULA ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A PATIENT - A first cannula assembly includes a cannula attachable to a patient to extend along and at least partially cover one side of the patient's face and leave completely exposed the other side of the patient's face. A second cannula assembly includes a reusable unit and a disposable and replaceable loop-shaped mouthpiece. The reusable unit contains a suction pump having a flow inlet and a flow outlet, a power source operatively connected to the suction pump, a carbon dioxide sensor in fluid communication with the flow outlet, and a microprocessor adapted to use at least the carbon dioxide sensor to calculate a carbon dioxide level. The mouthpiece has first and second ends, wherein the first end is directly attached to the reusable unit and the second end is positionable in a patient's mouth. The mouthpiece includes at least one respiratory-gas-sampling port in fluid communication with the flow inlet of the pump. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090288664 | Infant Positive Pressure Tracheal Device - The invention relates to an infant tracheal device used with a source of air that provides transmission of continuous positive pressure into the lungs of an infant breathing spontaneously using a single tube inspiratory line. The invention serves as an interface with an open trachea. A one-way air valve placed within the tube will not allow pressure to return through the inspiratory line. The internal pressure within the line is measured with a monitor line which is connected to the source and the tracheal device as the pressure enters the infant lungs via a cuffless tracheal tube. A minimal amount of pressure will now be necessary to keep the lungs open. Voluntary exhalation occurs as the pressure of the exhaled air exiting the lungs goes around both the cuffless tracheal tube and out through the nose and mouth of the infant. A pressure release port located on the tracheal device facilitates monitoring and emergency pressure release as necessary. A dispenser port allows use of medication. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090288665 | CUFFED MEDICAL TUBES - A cuffed silicone tracheostomy tube has two tapered recesses ( | 11-26-2009 |
| 20090293882 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING COLLOIDS OF OLIGODYNAMIC METALS - The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions, methods for the production of these compositions, and use of these compositions with medical devices, such as catheters, and implants. The compositions of the present invention advantageously provide varying release kinetics for the active ions in the compositions due to the different water solubilities of the ions, allowing antimicrobial release profiles to be tailored for a given application and providing for sustained antimicrobial activity over time. More particularly, the invention relates to polymer compositions containing colloids comprised of salts of one or more oligodynamic metals, such as silver. The process of the invention includes mixing a solution of one or more oligodynamic metal salts with a polymer solution or dispersion and precipitating a colloid of the salts by addition of other salts to the solution which react with some or all of the first metal salts. The compositions can be incorporated into articles or can be employed as a coating on articles such as medical devices. Coatings may be on all or part of a surface. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090320852 | Tracheostomy Tube Butterfly Flange - There is provided a novel tracheostomy tube flange. The flange is made of a flexible material and has a large open area for viewing of the underlying skin. The flange has holes for suturing the flange to the skin and slots for attachment of a strap to surround the neck and keep the flange and tube in place. The flange may swivel on the tube to allow for greater flexibility in attaching it to the skin. A stoma pad may be used with the flange to help keep the skin under the flange healthy. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20090320853 | Tracheostomy Tube - There is provided a reinforced tracheostomy tube. Various mechanisms may be used to reinforce the tube, which is reinforced on the upper portion which extends as much as two thirds of the distance from the flange near the proximal end to the distal tip. The tube extends at an angle of from 85 to 120 degrees from the flange to the distal tip and has a length between about 70 and 100 mm. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100006102 | COLLAR OF A RESPIRATORY DEVICE - The present invention concerns a collar ( | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100018536 | Yankauer Suction Device with Sleeve and Wiper - A suction device includes an elongated suction tube having a suction tip at a distal end thereof, and a proximal end that is connectable to a suction source. A collar is slidable along the suction tube from a retracted position to a deployed position. A sleeve is provided having a proximal end fixed relative to the proximal end of the suction tube, and a distal end configured with the collar so as to move therewith and cover the suction tube in the deployed position of the collar. A wiper seal is contained within collar in sliding frictional engagement around the suction tube. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100024827 | ENDOTRACHEAL DEVICE FOR MECHANICAL VENTILATION - There is disclosed an endotracheal device for mechanical ventilation suitable to be partly positioned inside the trachea (T) of a patient, and comprising a ventilation tube ( | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100037898 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE COMBINATION RADIAL SNAP AND BAYONET CANNULA CONNECTOR - A medical device tube having extended retention tabs with notches therein for improved coupling of an inner cannula connector to an outer cannula connector. The medical device tube comprises an outer cannula connector having retention tabs on an outer cannula connector flange attached to the proximal end of an outer cannula. The retention tabs maintain the snap ears of the inner cannula connector when the inner cannula connector is rotated whereby the notches substantially hold the snap ears. The snap ears may further be positioned in notches in the outer cannula flange when the snap ears lock onto the outer cannula connector flange. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100059061 | LARYNGEAL MASK AIRWAY DEVICE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - The invention relates to a laryngeal mask airway device ( | 03-11-2010 |
| 20100065062 | Temporary pharyngeal airway - A temporary airway that can be used to facilitate an intubation procedure. Desirably, the temporary airway is removable from an installed intubation conduit without requiring disassembly of the intubation system and interrupting breathing treatment of the patient. Certain embodiments include an intubation lumen, and a treatment lumen. The intubation lumen is configured to assist in guiding an intubation conduit into operable position in a medical patient. The treatment lumen is operable to apply an anesthetic agent, and/or treatment fluids, including gas, such as Oxygen or compressed air. Certain treatment lumens are associated with a fluid dispersion nozzle, most preferably an atomizing nozzle. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20100078029 | Bite Block Assembly for Endotrachial Tube - A bite block for an endotrachial tube includes a hollow body extending between open ends to receive an endotrachial tube such that opposing ends of the tube protrude through the open ends of the bite block. The bite block includes a tether to retain the bite block to the tube to prevent unwanted separation or movement of the tube within the bite block. The tether consists of a flexible arm which protrudes rearwardly from the bite block towards the inlet end of the tube and terminates in a ring configured to encircle the endotrachial tube, thereby effectively tethering the bite block to the tube. The arm and ring are configured such that the arm flexes in an arc when tethering the tube, thereby permitting the ring to engage the tube when fitted to thereto. | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100078030 | AIRWAY SYSTEM WITH CARBON DIOXIDE SENSOR FOR DETERMINING TRACHEAL CUFF INFLATION AND TECHNIQUE FOR USING THE SAME - An airway management device is provided that may adjust the inflation level of a cuff associated with an endotracheal tube. The cuff inflation may be adjusted in response to an increase in carbon dioxide levels above the cuff, which may indicate a poor seal of the cuff against the tracheal walls, as well in response to a measured intracuff pressure. By using information about the seal quality of the cuff together with information about the cuff pressure, the inflation of the cuff can be adjusted to minimize cuff inflation pressure while maintaining a high quality tracheal seal. | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100078031 | Medical Device Tube having a Flange with Opposing Support Ears for Improved Alignment and Retention of an Inner Cannula in an Outer Cannula - A medical device tube having opposing support ears for improved coupling of an inner cannula to an outer cannula. The medical device tube comprises an outer cannula having opposing support ears on an outer cannula connector flange attached to a proximal end of the outer cannula. The opposing support ears maintain locking ears of the inner cannula in substantially one position. The opposing support ears substantially prevent the locking ears in contact with the outer cannula connector flange from slipping therefrom by, e.g., rotation, axial displacement, torsional shear, etc. | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100089402 | MEDICO-SURGICAL DEVICES - A tracheal tube ( | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089403 | MEDICO-SURGICAL TUBE ASSEMBLIES - A tracheostomy tube assembly has a flange arrangement ( | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100089404 | Endotracheal and Tracheostomy Devices - An endotracheal device may include an elongated body member having a first end and a second end, first and second lumen defined by the body member, and a funnel member proximal the second end. The first lumen may extend from a first opening in the first end to a first opening in the second end The second lumen may extend from a second opening in the first end to at least one point in a wall of the body member proximal the second end. The tunneling member may be configured to direct fluid toward at least one of the points in the wall. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100095968 | Adjustable Oral Airway Devices, And Adjustable Oral Airway Kits - Some embodiments include adjustable oral airway devices. The devices may contain a bite block, a tongue deflector extending through the bite block, and at least one locking mechanism configured for releasably retaining the tongue deflector in one of two or more predetermined positions within the bite block. Some embodiments include adjustable oral airway kits. Such kits may contain a bite block, a tongue deflector configured to extend within an opening in the bite block, and at least one locking mechanism configured for releasably retaining the tongue deflector in one of two or more predetermined positions within the bite block. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100095969 | Endotracheal intubation device - A detachable stylet assembly for endotracheal intubation of a patient is disclosed. The stylet comprises an elongated tube defining: a longitudinal axis, a proximal end for detachably mounting the stylet to a hand grip, and a distal end for entering the trachea of the patient. The tube comprises an articulation section adjacent the distal end adapted to curve into the trachea upon actuation. An actuator housing is mounted on and adjacent to the proximal end of the tube. An actuating assembly is constructed inside the actuator housing having connection means for engaging the hand grip. A control wire is mounted within the actuator housing and connected to the actuating assembly. The control wire extends through the tube to the distal end of the tube and is adapted to curve the articulation section upon actuation. The hand grip comprises a base handle and a trigger for manual actuation of the actuator assembly. The trigger comprises finger grooves for convenient gripping. The base handle comprises a hand stop to prevent slippage. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20100101582 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SUPPORTING AND RETAINING MEDICAL APPLIANCES | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100101583 | ORAL APPLIANCE WITH AUTO NEGATIVE PRESSURE CONTROL AND METHOD THEREOF - A method for automatically controlling negative pressure supplied in oral cavity, for relieving sleep apnea and snoring is provided. The method includes: sensing a physiological signal from the user and outputting the sensed physiological signal; extracting a physiological status based on said sensed physiological signal; and automatically controlling said negative pressure provided to the user's oral cavity based on said physiological status. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100108074 | Medical tube assemblies - A tracheostomy assembly has an outer tube and an inner cannula, the outer tube having a lip at its patient end to limit insertion of the inner cannula. The lip is formed with a recess or gap on the outside of the curve of the tube. This enables a suction catheter or similar device to be slid along the tube, after removal of the inner cannula, without the risk of catching on the lip. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100108075 | Tracheal or Tracheostomy Tubular Arrangement - The present invention provides a tracheal or tracheostomy tubular arrangement | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100126512 | AIRWAY DEVICE - An airway device for human or animal use comprising an airway tube having a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end of which is surrounded by a laryngeal cuff, adapted to fit anatomically over the laryngeal structure of a patient, wherein the device optionally further comprises a buccal cavity stabiliser located on or around the airway tube between the laryngeal cuff and the proximal end of the tube, said buccal cavity stabiliser being adapted to nest with the anterior aspect of the patient's tongue, the size, shape and configuration of the buccal stabiliser being adapted to prevent rotational or side-to-side movement of the airway device in use. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100139663 | Surface Treatment for a Medical Device - A surface coating for a medical device is provided that may prevent or slow the formation of medical biofilms on the surface of the device. Covalent attachment of certain analogues of N-acyl L-homoserine lactones onto a medical device may provide the advantage of slowing biofilm formation in a manner that is targeted to the surface of the medical device and not the patient. Such a device may allow healthcare providers to prevent bacterial buildups on the surfaces of the device, which may lead to biofilm formation. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100147309 | Tracheal Catheter With a Flexible Lumen for Subglottic Suctioning - There is provided a tracheal catheter designed so that a suction catheter may be used to suction out any secretions that accumulate in the zone above the balloon. There is further provided a tracheal catheter having a ventilation lumen with a flexible wall to provide a flexible lumen which takes up negligible volume when the catheter is not inserted. The suction catheter may be inserted into the flexible lumen, bending the flexible lumen wall that normally lies substantially flat against the ventilating lumen. As the suction catheter is inserted into the lumen, the lumen opens to accept it. When the catheter is removed, the wall of the flexible lumen moves back into position against the ventilating lumen wall, again taking up negligible volume. There is also provided a method of suctioning the subglottic space of an intubated patient. This involves providing a tube as described above, inserting a catheter into the flexible lumen from the proximal end, and providing suction to the proximal end of the catheter. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147310 | Respiratory Access Port Assembly With Push Button Lock and Method of Use - A respiratory access assembly includes a distal plate having one port and cuff and an axially aligned proximal plate including a first port and first cuff and a second port and second cuff. The distal plate is configured to move relative to the proximal plate. The respiratory access assembly includes an actuator, which has a plurality of predetermined positions. When the actuator is positioned in a movement-enabling position, it permits movement of the plates while simultaneously blocking the first port of the proximal plate. When the actuator is positioned in a first locked (open) position, it locks the plates together and aligns the port of the distal plate with the first port of the proximal plate and un-blocks the first port of the proximal plate so that an object, such as a suction catheter, may be positioned through the aligned ports. When the actuator is positioned in a second locked (open) position, it locks the plates together and aligns the port of the distal plate with the second port of the proximal plate and un-blocks the first port of the proximal plate so that an object may be positioned through the aligned ports. When the actuator is positioned in the third locked (closed) position, it locks the plates together such that the port of the distal plate is positioned between the first port and the second port or the proximal plate and all ports are out of alignment with each other, such that all ports are blocked by a portion of one plate so that no object is moveable through any of the ports. A method of using a respiratory access assembly is provided. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147311 | Apparatus and Method for Selective Ventilation of a Patient - The invention relates to a device for selective ventilation, comprising an endotracheal tube, an endobronchial tube connected thereto both tubes having a proximal and a distal end, the distal end of the endobronchiol extends beyond the distal end of the endotracheal tube, and means for positioning by feel the distal end of the endobronchial tube in longitudinal and peripheral direction of the trachea. The positioning means can be arranged close to the distal end of the endobronchial tube and can extend so far outside the periphery thereof during use that they come to lie on the carina of the patient. The positioning means can also be asymmetrical relative to the periphery of the endotracheal and/or endobronchial tube and can be adapted for co-action with the trachea wall. The positioning means can comprise a balloon or a resiliently deformable member. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100147312 | Respiratory Access Port Assembly With Pin Lock and Method of Use - A respiratory access assembly includes a distal plate having a port, which is adapted to be positioned in operable communication with an artificial airway of a patient. The assembly includes a distal plate having a port and a proximal plate which has a first port and a second port. The distal plate is positioned against the proximal plate in a stacked configuration, and each plate is configured to move relative to the other. The assembly has an actuator which is positioned adjacent to at least one plate. The actuator cooperates with both plates to substantially prevent movement of the plates when the port of the distal plate is positioned in an alignment with at least one port of the proximal plate and an object, such as a suction catheter, is positioned through the aligned ports of the plates. The actuator cooperates with at least one plate to permit movement of at least one plate when (a) no object is positioned through aligned ports, and (b) when no ports are aligned. The assembly may have predetermined positions, which include a first, open position, a second, open position, and a third, closed position. In the first open position, the port of the distal plate and the first port of the proximal plate are aligned. In the second open position, the port of the distal plate and the second port of the proximal plate are aligned. In the third closed position, the port of the distal plate, and the first and second ports of the proximal plates are blocked to prevent an object from being passed therethrough. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20100154799 | RESPIRATORY ACCESS ASSEMBLY WITH ROTATING LOCK AND METHOD - A respiratory access assembly includes a movable manifold and a closed suction catheter assembly with a shuttle movable by actuator between the manifold and the closed suction catheter assembly. The assembly includes a flap positioned adjacent the shuttle and the closed suction catheter assembly which is moveable between an open position which permits passage of a suction catheter therethrough and a closed position, which prevents a passage of a suction catheter. The respiratory access assembly permits operable communication with the artificial airway to permit suctioning when in an un-locked position, and prevents the entrance of a suction catheter when in the locked position. A method for using a respiratory access assembly. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100163050 | SELF-CENTERING TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE - A self-centering tube for providing an air passageway through an opening in a tracheal wall of a patient includes a shaft having a proximal end and a distal end, and a curve along a length of the shaft. At least the distal end and the curve are sized for passage through the opening into an interior space of the trachea of the patient. The proximal end of the shaft has a greater rigidity than the distal end. The tube includes an inflatable cuff at the distal end. Upon inflation, the cuff forms a seal between the shaft and an interior wall of the trachea, thereby permitting at least the low rigidity distal end of the shaft to self-center within the trachea. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100163051 | Respiratory Manifold With Bridge - A respiratory manifold is provided which has a base port that is coupled to a central body. The central body has at least one laterally-positioned arm having a port. The base port includes a bridge to guide an object moved through one port into the body of the manifold and through the base port to a tracheal tube without folding, twisting, bunching or buckling of any portion of the object within the manifold. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100163052 | TUBE-FIXING PLASTER - A fixing plaster ( | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100170517 | CLOSED SUCTIONING AND RINSING METHODS AND TRACHEAL DEVICES - Described herein is a method and apparatus that may be used in various applications, such as medical treatment of humans and animals. In one embodiment, the subject matter discloses a method for evacuation of secretions in the tracheal tube of a patient during endotracheal intubation by incorporating the use of a novel closed suction tracheal device containing a dedicated primary liquid reservoir, and a volume liquid chamber for supplying the liquid for lavage. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100180900 | SECUREMENT SYSTEM FOR AN ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE - A securement system secures an endotracheal tube or other medical article in position upon a patient and arrests movement of the endotracheal tube. The securement system includes a retainer having a posterior facing surface, and a channel to secure the endotracheal tube. The securement system can include a member configured for placement in the patient's oral cavity and in fluid communication with an anterior side of the retainer, and a mouth securement member configured to substantially prevent movement of the retainer. Advantageously, the securement system can maintain an endotracheal tube in position upon a patient and allow a liquid to be infused into the patient's oral cavity. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20100186748 | Endotracheal tube cleaning apparatus - A cleaning apparatus including an elongate tubular member utilized by extending into an endotracheal tube. A cleaning assembly provided at a distal end of the elongate tubular member radially expands to engage the interior wall of the endotracheal tube, for cleaning thereof by an outer periphery, achieving an effective cleaning engagement. A fluid impervious bladder portion provides an effective seal preventing fluid seepage during cleaning withdrawal. Further, a ventilator coupling connects to the endotracheal tube, a first inlet port couples to a ventilator assembly to supply air to a patient, and a second inlet port receives the elongate tubular member there through into the endotracheal tube. Also, a bypass coupling assembly connects between the channel of the elongate tubular member and the ventilator assembly directing air into the channel of the elongate tubular member and out the distal end upon occlusion of airflow. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100192956 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CUFF ON PLASTIC TUBE PROVIDED WITH AN EXTERNAL SHEATH - Method for manufacturing a cuff on a plastic tube comprising an inner tube and an outer sheath covering said inner tube. The outer sheath comprises at least a portion to be molded for producing a cuff. The method comprises a covering step including an injection operation in which air is intermittently or continuously injected between the inner tube and sheath. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100199997 | Tracheal tube support apparatus - A flexible support for holding endotracheal and nasotracheal tubes in place on the face of a patient includes a pair of oppositely disposed adhesively mountable flanges for releasable mounting to the face of the patient, wherein the flanges are interconnected by a single narrow adhesive-backed elongate bridge-piece spanning between the opposite flanges, and wherein the bridge-piece is shaped so as to be mountable on either the filtrum or mandible of a patient, and wherein a pair of adhesive-backed wings are pivotally mounted by a flexible hinge to the bridge-piece for releasable adhesive mounting of the wings to a portion of the tracheal tube once intubated. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100199998 | Oropharyngeal Device for Assisting Oral Ventilation of a Patient - An oropharyngeal device for assisting oral ventilation of a patient is disclosed. The device comprises a pharyngeal section configured to engage the tongue of the patient and a bite block connected to the pharyngeal section. The bite block includes a proximate maxillary surface configured to engage at least a portion of the maxilla of the patient. The bite block further includes a maxillary flange adjacent the proximate maxillary surface that is configured to engage the upper lip of the patent. The bite block further includes a mandibular surface opposite the proximate maxillary surface. At least a portion of the mandibular surface opposite the maxillary flange is configured to engage at least a portion of the mandible of the patient. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100199999 | METHODS FOR CLEANING ENDOTRACHEAL TUBES - Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a method for cleaning endotracheal tubes comprises inserting a cleaning device within an endotracheal tube while a cleaning member is in a compressed position, radially expanding the cleaning member to an expanded position within the endotracheal tube, and withdrawing the cleaning device from the endotracheal tube with the cleaning member in the expanded position. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100269834 | Systems, methods and apparatus for respiratory support of a patient - Spontaneous respiration is detected by sensors. An additional amount of oxygen is administered to the lungs via a jet gas current at the end of an inhalation procedure. Breathing volume, absorption of oxygen during inhalation, and clearance of carbon dioxide during exhalation are improved. If required, the exhalation procedure of the patient can be arrested or slowed by a countercurrent to avoid a collapse of the respiration paths. An apparatus including an oxygen pump can be connected to an oxygen source and includes a tracheal prosthesis that can be connected via a catheter. The respiration detections sensors are connected to a control unit for activating the oxygen pump. The tracheal prosthesis includes a tubular support body with a connection for the catheter, and the sensors are associated with the support body. The tracheal prosthesis and jet catheter are dimensioned so the patient can freely breathe and speak without restriction. | 10-28-2010 |
| 20100275924 | System for Removal of Pooled Secretions - A system for removal of pooled secretions is provided. The system includes one or more tubes, at least one reservoir coupled to the one or more tubes; a cap detachably coupled to the at least one reservoir; and a suction mechanism having a button and is coupled to the at least one reservoir. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100288282 | Respiratory Access Port Assembly With Passive Lock And Method Of Use - A respiratory access assembly includes a distal plate having a port, which is adapted to be positioned in operable communication with an artificial airway of a patient. The assembly includes a distal plate having a port and a proximal plate which has a first port and a second port. The distal plate is positioned against the proximal plate in a stacked configuration, and each plate is configured to move relative to the other. The assembly has an actuator which is positioned adjacent to at least one plate. The actuator cooperates with both plates to substantially prevent movement of the plates when the port of the distal plate is positioned in an alignment with at least one port of the proximal plate and an object, such as a suction catheter, is positioned through the aligned ports of the plates. The actuator cooperates with at least one plate to permit movement of at least one plate when (a) no object is positioned through aligned ports, and (b) when no ports are aligned. The assembly desirably has predetermined positions, which include a first open position, a second open position, and a third closed position. In the first open position, the port of the distal plate and the first port of the proximal plate are aligned. In the second open position, the port of the distal plate and the second port of the proximal plate are aligned. In the third closed position, the port of the distal plate, and the first and second ports of the proximal plates are blocked to prevent an object from being passed therethrough. A method of using the respiratory access assembly is provided. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100288283 | DYNAMIC ADJUSTMENT OF TUBE COMPENSATION FACTOR BASED ON INTERNAL CHANGES IN BREATHING TUBE - This disclosure describes systems and methods for adjusting a determination of the amount of breathing assistance a patient requires while on a ventilator. In general, in determining the amount of breathing assistance required, the ventilator takes into account an airflow resistance attributable to the tube used to deliver ventilation to the patient's lungs. A tube compensation factor is calculated using a tube compensation algorithm, or similar equation. In particular, the tube compensation factor represents the resistance to airflow attributable to the breathing tube itself based on, inter alia, frictional drag, turbulence, and an internal diameter of the tube. Changes in the tube during ventilation impact the calculation of the breathing assistance required by the patient and are accounted for when compensating for the breathing tube. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100288284 | BREATHING PROTECTOR - A breathing protector for use in a stoma of a laryngectomized or tracheotomised person is provided. This breathing protector is provided with an inlet and an outlet, such that an air flow in use will pass from the surroundings of said person through said inlet to said outlet, into trachea of said person. The breathing protector further comprises a heat-moisture exchanger ( | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100300448 | Tracheostomy Tube - There is provided an improved tracheostomy tube having a distal section that over-molds a proximal section. The distal section is desirably made from a more flexible polymer than the proximal section to reduce trauma should the distal section contact the tracheal wall. The insertion of the tracheal tube in the trachea results in large forces being exerted on the tube. Forces acting on the tube after installation can also be rather large. Over-molding of the proximal section by the distal section results in a stronger bond than if the parts are butt-welded. The sections are desirably made from the same polymer and are desirably substantially transparent or clear to visible light so that cameras or other observation means may be used to inspect the tracheal walls through the tracheostomy tube without removing it from the patient. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100300449 | Position Indicator for Tracheostomy Tube - There is provided an improved tracheostomy tube having a proximal section over-molded by a distal section, where the sections have a differential in the degree of radio-opacity. The radio-opaque material allows a medical professional to determine the location of the tube in the trachea non-invasively, using an x-ray or similar device. In addition, aligning the top (proximal end) of the balloon with the transition between the distal and proximal sections of the tube allows a medical professional to know the exact location of the balloon. The length of the proximal section may be set so that the balloon is place in a pre-determined position so that the transition point between the distal and proximal sections may be used as a position indicator. | 12-02-2010 |
| 20100307507 | POINT-OF-CARE PATHOGEN MONITORING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS - Various embodiments of a secretion collection and/or sample analysis device are provided for point-of-care collection and/or analysis of secretions collected from the airways of intubated patients. The disclosed embodiments include a variety of placements of the device with respect to a tracheal tube that include in a secretion reservoir, between an evacuation conduit and the secretion reservoir, and connected in series after the evacuation conduit and the secretion reservoir. Certain embodiments may include a lab-on-a-chip device that analyzes secretions via polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based DNA sequencing. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100313893 | LARYNGEAL MASK WITH TAPE TAB - The invention relates to a devices and methods for lung ventilation in a patient. In particular, there is provided a laryngeal mask airway device for facilitation of lung ventilation in a patient, comprising an airway tube opening at one end into the interior of a hollow mask portion, the mask portion including a backplate and a cuff, the mask portion shaped to conform to and to fit readily into the actual and potential space behind the larynx and to seal around the circumference of the laryngeal inlet without penetrating into the interior of the larynx, the airway tube extending from a proximal end to a distal end and having a tab disposed near said proximal end, a sealed airway passage extending from the proximal end of the tube to the glottic opening when the cuff is at the inserted location, characterized in that the tab is adapted to be biasable towards the philtrum of the patient in use. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100319702 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING TRACHEAL AND LOCATION INFORMATION FOR A TRACHEAL TUBE - According to various embodiments, a tracheal tube may include signal sources for providing information at various locations on the tube or in an inflated cuff The signals from the signal sources may be triangulated to determine the location of the tube in relation to a reference point on the body. The location information may provide an indication as to whether or not the tracheal tube is properly placed within the trachea. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20110017217 | MEDICAL APPARATUSES INCORPORATING DYES - The invention provided medical apparatuses incorporating dyes to facilitate proper positioning in patients, and methods for their use. The apparatuses can be, for example, tubes, catheters, or needles. In some embodiments, the dye is a near infrared fluorescent dye. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110023884 | Subglottic Suctioning System - A subglottic suctioning system with a tracheal tube having a ventilation lumen, a cuff inflation lumen, and a suction lumen are disclosed which may help reduce the incidence of ventilator associated (or acquired) pneumonia. The suction lumen communicates with the space in the trachea above the cuff where secretions accumulate. The suction lumen has a valve on the proximal end for connection to a source of vacuum. The valve is adapted to interrupt the supply of vacuum to the suction lumen to allow for the introduction of a rinsing fluid in its place and to automatically re-establish the connection to the source of vacuum upon completion of rinsing. The rinsing fluid aids in maintaining an open suction lumen and may include medicaments and mucolytic agents to enhance or promote healing or to alter the properties of the mucus to make removal easier. The user may easily and repeatedly alternate suction and rinsing fluid through the suction lumen, i.e., the user may “pulse” the line to loosen, break up and remove secretions and deposits that may partially or completely block or clog the suction lumen. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023885 | MECHANICALLY-ACTUATED ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE CLEANING DEVICE - Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023886 | MEDICAL TUBE CLEANING APPARATUS - Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023887 | METHODS FOR TRACHEOSTOMY VISUALIZATION - Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110023888 | METHODS FOR REMOVING DEBRIS FROM MEDICAL TUBES - Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20110056500 | BALLOON CATHETER FOR RESPIRATORY TRACT - Disclosed herein is a balloon catheter for the respiratory tract, which serves to widen the lumen of the respiratory tract when stricture or stenosis of the lumen occurs and is configured to enable a patient to breathe even during catheterization. The catheter includes a tube unit having a double structure consisting of an inner tube and an outer tube spaced apart from the inner tube to surround the inner tube, and a cylindrical balloon integrally connected to facing distal ends of the inner and outer tubes. The balloon is inflated to have a hollow cylindrical shape as inflation gas is supplied into the outer tube, thereby acting to widen the stenosed or narrowed lumen of the respiratory tract, and simultaneously, oxygen is supplied into the inner tube to pass through the cylindrical balloon, thereby enabling a patient to breathe and resulting in stability in catheterization. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110061658 | OROPHARYNGEAL DEVICES FOR USE IN VENTILATING PATIENTS - An oropharyngeal device, for example, an endotracheal tube or a laryngeal mask airway, intended for insertion into a patient includes a tube portion defining a lumen which permits flow of a ventilating gas to the patient who may be under anesthesia for performance of surgery. The device includes a reinforcement member in a bite-resistant zone, which keeps the lumen open during patient biting to prevent occlusion of the lumen and/or interruption of the flow of ventilating gas. The reinforcement member can have a number of adjacent or closely-spaced wire turns or another suitable structure, and can cooperate with the tube portion to provide good bite-resistance. The tube portion optionally can be yieldable in the bite-resistant zone and provide cushioning during biting to inhibit dental or other damage. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110067702 | Looped Tether for Medical Ventilating and Aspirating Devices - There is provided a looped tether to prevent the over-withdrawal of a suction catheter from a connecting fitting in a closed suction catheter respiratory device. The looped tether is made from a single thread or strand that is looped or doubled in length with the two loose ends connected together to produce the loop. The looped tether provides better distribution of the forces at the ends of the device and is relatively simple to assemble. Also provided is a system for preventing the over-withdrawal of a suction catheter from a connecting fitting in a closed suction catheter respiratory device. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110067703 | MEDICAL DEVICE WITH ANTIMICROBIAL LAYER - A medical device includes a conduit for a fluid. The conduit has a wall formed of a hydrophobic polymer with a hydrophilic polymer layer extruded over it, and an antimicrobial substantially dispersed within the hydrophilic polymer. The antimicrobial compound may be a predetermined amount of phosphorus-based glass having a predetermined quantity of a metal such as silver substantially dispersed therein. The medical device may be an endotracheal tube made by providing a hydrophobic polymer, a hydrophilic polymer and an antimicrobial compound, forming the hydrophobic polymer, the hydrophilic polymer and the antimicrobial compound into a conduit, and forming a cuff on an end of the conduit. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110073113 | KINK RESISTANT ENDOTRACHAEL TUBE - A kink resistant silicon endotracheal tube includes an inflatable cuff for positioning the endotracheal tube in a patient's trachea. The cuff is folded over onto itself to provide a cavity for accumulating bacteria and secretions that are then removed by suction. The cuff in the lower part of the endotracheal tube is also folded over onto itself for centering the endotracheal tube in the center of an airway. A suction catheter is also positioned in a portion of the tube under tension as opposed to a portion under compression to reduce the likelihood of kinking. A kink resistant endotracheal tube also includes a thickened and/or reinforced area of the curved portion of the endotracheal tube in an area under compression. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110073114 | MULTIPLE CHANNEL TRACHEAL TUBE PLACEMENT DEVICE AND TECHNIQUE FOR USING THE SAME - According to various embodiments, a tracheal tube may employ sensing techniques for determining a distance between the inserted tube and an anatomical structure such as a carina. The distance information may provide an indication as to whether or not the tracheal tube is properly placed within the trachea. Because a tracheal tube may rotate within the trachea, the sensing information may be gathered from multiple locations on the tracheal tube for a rotation-independent measurement technique. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110108037 | ENHANCEMENTS INTRODUCED INTO PROLONGED TRACHEAL CANNULATION PROCESSES - Consists of positioning, through the orifice or tracheostoma - | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108038 | ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE SECURING DEVICE - An endotracheal tube securing device having a securing device body that is operatively engaged to a biased plunger for securing an endotracheal tube to the securing device body is disclosed. The securing device body defines a chamber in communication with opposing front and rear openings with a top opening in transverse relation to the front and rear openings. A plunger biased by a spring is slidably disposed inside the chamber through a top opening and includes a channel that communicates with first and second opposed openings that become aligned with the front and rear openings of the securing device body when the user depresses the plunger and inserts the endotracheal tube through the aligned plunger. The endotracheal tube becomes secured to the securing device body when the user releases the biased plunger, thereby engaging the endotracheal tube between the plunger and the securing device body. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110114097 | Tracheostomy Cannula with Window - The present invention concerns a tracheostomy cannula comprising a cannula tube, wherein the cannula tube has a bend with a radially inward and a radially outward side of the cannula tube and a tube lumen and a tube wall and an axis extending parallel to the tube wall in the tube lumen and a distal and a proximal end and on the radially outward side of the bend a first window region having one or more openings in the tube wall. To provide a tracheostomy cannula having a cannula tube, with which talking is made possible and the entry of air into the tissue is prevented even when the position of the tracheostomy cannula in the trachea or the anatomical conditions change, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that the cannula tube has in axially displaced relationship with the first window region at least one further window region having one or more openings in the tube wall. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110126839 | RESPIRATORY FACEMASK WITH SLIDING ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE HOLDER - A respiratory therapy facemask configured to be positioned against a patient's face and adjacent the patient's mouth, includes a face plate configured for attachment to the patient and defining an opening, the face plate including a laterally extending track defining a slot. A tube rest assembly is configured for being slidably engaged in the slot and for securely accommodating an endotracheal tube. The tube rest assembly is configured for directly engaging the track for lateral movement in the opening. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126840 | Adjustable Oral Airway Devices, And Adjustable Oral Airway Kits - Some embodiments include oral airway assemblies that can include a body having an opening extending from a first end of the body to a second end of the body with the body having upper and lower portions in one cross section. A flange can be included that extends from the first end of the body and outwardly from the opening. An upper member extending from the upper portion of the second end of the body and outwardly from the opening away from the lower portion can be provided. The assemblies can include a lower member slidably engaged with the body, with at least a portion of the lower member extending outwardly from the lower portion of the second end of the body and away from the upper portion when engaged with the body. In accordance with other embodiments a member can be provided to slidably engage with the body, and include a tab at one end, with the tab being pivotably coupled to the member. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110146689 | CUFFLESS TRACHEAL TUBE - According to various embodiments, a tracheal tube ventilating device includes a sealing portion near a distal end of the tube. The sealing portion has an electroactive polymer configured to undergo a clinically effective change in volume, thickness, or both upon application of an electrical potential. Such a change in volume, thickness, or both enables sealing of the device against an inner surface of a trachea while permitting the free passage of ventilating gas through the tube. In addition, at least one electrical conductor is coupled to the electroactive polymer and is configured to apply the electrical potential. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110146690 | SUPRAGLOTTIC FIXATION DEVICE FOR ENDOTRACHEAL TUBES - According to various embodiments, an endotracheal tube ventilating device with a sealing cuff includes an anchoring device. The anchoring device may be secured to the tube above the sealing cuff and extend outwardly from the tubular body. In addition, the anchoring device may be configured to be positioned completely within the hypopharynx of a patient, in contact with the piriform fossa and a laryngeal surface of the epiglottis without creating an airtight seal of the hypopharynx or the esophagus. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110168183 | Self-Pressurizing Supraglottic Airway - A supraglottic airway of the type used to facilitate lung ventilation and the insertion of endo-tracheal tubes or related medical instruments through a patient's laryngeal opening where the shield is designed to have an internal increase in pressure during assisted inhalation such as positive-pressure ventilation. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110180072 | Assembly and method of facilitating the cleaning of an endotracheal tube - A handle assembly and method of its use which facilitates the cleaning of the interior of an endotracheal tube. The handle assembly comprises a body structured to be held and manipulated by a hand of a user and is structured to removably retain an inflation device. A tubular member is connected to the body and is dimensioned to be inserted within and pass along an interior length of the endotracheal tube to facilitate the cleaning thereof. A calibration assembly is movably connected to the body and structured to determine an accurate or appropriate length of the tubular member to be inserted within the endotracheal tube to avoid over insertion of the tubular member. A positioning member associated with the calibration assembly is connected to the restricting portion and is movable along the length of the body to position the positioning/stop member adjacent the proximal end of the endotracheal tube for alignment and determination of the accurate length of the tubular member to be inserted. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110186052 | Cleaning assembly for an endotracheal tube - An assembly structure to facilitate the cleaning of an interior endotracheal tube including an elongated tubular member dimensioned to pass within and along the length of the endotracheal tube. A cleaning assembly is connected adjacent the distal end of the tubular member and is structured to be disposed in an expanded position and a non-expanded position, wherein the expanded position defines a cleaning orientation of the cleaning assembly relative to the interior surfaces of the endotracheal tube. The distal end of the tubular member includes an enlarged tip portion disposed on and at least partially defining the distal end, wherein the exterior surface of the enlarged tip peripherally includes a curved and/or at least partially domed configuration structured to assume a protective orientation relative to the cleaning assembly at least when the cleaning assembly is in the non-expanded position. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110197894 | Endotracheal tube cleaning apparatus - A cleaning apparatus including an elongate tubular member utilized by extending into an endotracheal tube. A cleaning assembly provided at a distal end of the elongate tubular member radially expands to engage the interior wall of the endotracheal tube, for cleaning thereof by an outer periphery, achieving an effective cleaning engagement. A fluid impervious bladder portion provides an effective seal preventing fluid seepage during cleaning withdrawal. Further, a ventilator coupling connects to the endotracheal tube, a first inlet port couples to a ventilator assembly to supply air to a patient, and a second inlet port receives the elongate tubular member there through into the endotracheal tube. Also, a bypass coupling assembly connects between the channel of the elongate tubular member and the ventilator assembly directing air into the channel of the elongate tubular member and out the distal end upon occlusion of airflow. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110197895 | TRACHEAL TUBE ADAPTOR AND FLARING JIG - The present disclosure describes systems and methods that utilize a tracheal tube adaptor system. The tracheal tube adaptor system includes a tracheal tube adaptor and/or a flaring jig. A proximal end of a tracheal tube may be flared and the tracheal tube adaptor may be coupled to the proximal end of the tracheal tube. The tracheal tube adaptor may be configured to easily attach and detach an end connector. The end connector may be used to couple a variety of medical devices such as a ventilator, a manual respirator, a nebulizer, a vaporizer, suctioning equipment, and so forth, to the tracheal tube. The use of the tracheal tube adaptor system and methods enables the rapid detachment and attachment of various end connectors, thus allowing the coupling of the tracheal tube to a variety of medical devices. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110220116 | Inflation and monitoring assembly for a pressure cuff of an endotracheal tube - An assembly structured to inflate a retaining or pressure cuff associated with an artificial airway tube and concurrently monitor pressure therein. A pump assembly is structured to force fluid flow to the retaining cuff, for inflation, through a pressure chamber within a casing of the assemblies. An indicator member is observable through a casing window and is variably positionable dependent on and indicative of existing pressure within the retaining cuff. Existing pressure within the pressure chamber is substantially equivalent to that within the retaining cuff and is thereby indicative of pressure within the retaining cuff. A junction may be disposed in removable interconnecting relation between the casing and an inflation lumen and be structured to prevent reconnection there between. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110220117 | LARYNX MASK HAVING AN ESOPHAGEAL PASSAGE - A larynx mask comprises a cover plate having a peripheral cuff adjoining thereon and is provided with a tube insertion connector at the distal end, while the tip has a special design at the proximal end. The cover plate ends in the region of the tip on the cuff, or even before that, and the esophageal passage runs as an open channel over a constricted region of the cuff. Said channel preferably comprises a widening and is delimited on both sides by reinforcement means, which are preferably formed by reinforcing walls or additionally as reinforcing ribs. Said design of the lead-through of the esophageal passage results in a considerable reinforcement of the proximal tip of the larynx mask and therefore counteracts possible kinking of the tip. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110226256 | LARYNX MASK HAVING A CONNECTOR - The invention relates to a larynx mask comprising a dorsal cover plate with an inflatable cuff integrally formed thereon and a tube connecting connector to a plug region having an adjoining insertion section for connecting to an insertion tube. Two separate lumens are provided in the region of the insertion section, these being the esophageal lumen and a respiration lumen. Said two lumens are separated from each other by a separating or supporting wall. Said separating or supporting wall runs from the insertion section to the tip of the larynx mask. While the esophageal lumen opens into the esophageal outlet at the proximal end, the respiration lumen opens in the ventral direction, while the lumen is closed in the proximal direction close to the tip. Such a larynx mask can be produced in one piece by way of injection molding and at the same time is reinforced by the separating or supporting wall to prevent kinking. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110232648 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE WITH FILLETED FLANGE - Various embodiments of a tracheostomy tube having neck flanges with filleted ends are provided. In certain embodiments, the neck flange may include a fillet extending from a bottom surface of the neck flange to a tip of the neck flange. In addition, the filleted end may also be tapered from a top surface of the neck flange to the tip of the neck flange. The neck flange may also include several curved edges, such as curved edges from the tip of the neck flange to side surfaces of the neck flange, and a curved bottom surface from side surface to side surface of the neck flange. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110240033 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH SCAFFOLDING-SUPPORTED WALL - Various embodiments of a medical device tube having scaffolding-supported inner and outer walls are provided. In particular, the medical device tube may include a plurality of struts extending from an inner wall to an outer wall of the medical device tube. In certain embodiments, each of the individual struts may connect to adjacent struts at the inner wall and the outer wall. As such, the plurality of struts may comprise a zigzag pattern circumferentially around the medical tube device. In other embodiments, the struts may extend radially from the inner wall to the outer wall of the medical tube device. Regardless, the area between the struts and the inner wall and/or the outer wall form a plurality of lumens, which may be used for suctioning, blowing, and various other applications of the medical device tube. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110247629 | TRACHEOSTOMA PLASTER - A device for holding a tracheostoma device over a tracheostoma of a patient including a passage having a distal and a proximal opening for receiving the tracheostoma device at the distal opening thereof. A flange may extend laterally, caudially, and cranially from the passage. The flange may have a proximal side facing the tracheostoma of the patient and a distal side facing outwardly from the patient. At least a part of said proximal side may include skin adhesive. The flange may have a higher moment of resistance in the caudal/cranial direction than in the lateral/medial direction for said device by having a higher moment of resistance in the caudal/cranial direction than in the lateral/medial direction for at least a part of said flange. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110259338 | Ventilator to Tracheotomy Tube Coupling - A coupling for connecting a ventilator tube to a tracheotomy tube has a latching mechanism which prevents the coupling from axially displacing a tapered tubular extension of the tracheotomy tube after they have been mated in a pneumatically discrete path. For use with known adult tracheotomy tubes which have inner and outer cannulas, the latching mechanism engages the coupling with the leading end of the outer cannula collar with the inner cannula collar sandwiched therebetween. For use with known one piece children's tracheotomy tubes, the latching mechanism is a clamshell contoured to concentrically grip the tapered tubular extension of the tracheotomy tube. Interlocking the coupling and the tracheotomy tube prevents them from inadvertently axially displacing from each other. Non-axial force disengages the coupling from the tracheotomy tube so that the coupling can be axially displaced without exertion of excessive axial force on the system and the patient. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110265797 | EXTENDABLE TRACHEAL TUBE - The present disclosure describes systems and methods that utilize an extendable tracheal tube system. The extendable tracheal tube system includes an extendable tracheal tube having a distal end portion and a proximal end portion. The proximal end portion and the distal end portion of the extendable tracheal tube are capable of moving axially relative to each other. An obturator is also provided that is capable of aiding in the intubation and/or extubation of the extendable tracheal tube. The use of the extendable tracheal tube system and methods enables the secure attachment of the extendable tracheal tube to a patient airway while allowing for certain movements of the patient, such as neck and head movements. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265798 | MEDICAL DEVICE TUBE HAVING SPACED LUMENS AND AN ASSOCIATED PORTED ADAPTER - Various embodiments of a tracheal tube having spaced lumens and an associated ported adapter are provided. The lumens of the tracheal tube are spaced around the circumference of the tracheal tube to facilitate evacuation (e.g., suctioning and blowing) and other applications at various locations around the circumference of the tracheal tube. The ported adapter includes lumen extensions that may be inserted into the lumens of the tracheal tube, thereby forming a connection between the ported adapter and the tracheal tube. More specifically, hollow ports extending through the lumen extensions and the body of the ported adapter facilitate connection of the lumens of the tracheal tube with external equipment such as, for example, evacuation equipment for suctioning and blowing into and out of the lumens of the tracheal tube. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110290254 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CONNECTOR INSERT - A tracheal tube assembly includes a connector body, a cannula extending from the connector body, and an insert that provides rigidity to the connector body and retains the cannula in the connector body. The cannula has a tapered upper end that fits between conforming tapered sections of the connector body inner surface and the insert. The insert may include features to prevent rotation of the cannula as well as rotation of the insert in the connector body. Features of the insert and connector body may also interface to mechanically retain the insert in the connector body. Different sizes of cannula may be accommodated by different inserts, while using the same or different connector bodies. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110290255 | TRACHEAL CANNULA - The present invention relates to a cannula ( | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110297159 | BREATHING ASSISTANCE APPARATUS - The disclosure describes a novel apparatus for providing an airway to a patient after having his or her jaw wired shut. The apparatus provides for an unobstructed airway that allows a patient with at least a partially blocked nasal passage to breathe effectively and easily during recovery. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120006330 | Ventilator Coupling Lock for Tracheostomy Tube - The embodiments pertain to tracheostomy tubes with an outer cannula and a disposable inner cannula which is connected to a ventilator coupling and the other end of the ventilator coupling connected to the ventilator tubing. The existing connection between the disposable inner cannula and the ventilator coupling is made by simple insertion of the disposable inner cannula into the ventilator coupling and unintentional disconnections do occur. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120006331 | PREVENTION OF VENTILATOR ASSOCIATED PNEUMONIA (VAP) - Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) may be prevented in a patient, or its occurrence reduced in a population of patients, by using an anti-VAP device or an anti-VAP material such as an anti-VAP mouthpiece that absorbs secretions. By reducing the problem of bacterial-containing secretions that otherwise build up in the airway of, and elsewhere in, the intubated patient, VAP can be prevented from occurring in intubated patients, such as patients intubated with an endotracheal tube (ETT) or a nasogastric tube. Anti-VAP mouthpieces also are useable in non-intubated patients to maintain oral hygiene. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120017913 | Tracheostomy Tube Loading Catheter - There is provided a tracheostomy tube loading catheter with a handle, mid-section, tip portion and guiding catheter portion, where the guiding catheter and tip portions are non-detachably attached to the mid-section, and where the loading catheter has a cannula therethrough. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120017914 | ENDOBRONCHIAL TUBE ASSEMBLIES AND SELECTORS - An endobronchial tube assembly for selective ventilation of the left or right lung has an endobronchial tube ( | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120017915 | RESPIRATORY DEVICE COMPRISING A DOUBLE LUMEN ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE - Device for ventilation with a double lumen endotracheal tube featuring a connecting piece at the end distal to the patient into which the two lumina of the endotracheal tube are extended, separated within the connecting piece by an axial partition wall, a connector with two nozzles leading to a joint connecting section and separated from each other by another partition wall, the connector being attachable to the connecting piece in a way that brings the partition wall and the other partition wall into a sealing contact, a ventilator and at least one tube connected to a nozzle of the connector at one end and to the ventilator at the other. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120024292 | DUAL-LUMEN TRACHEAL TUBE WITH SHAPED LUMEN DIVIDER - Various embodiments of a tracheal tube having a shaped divider disposed therein for separation of a tracheal tube into multiple ventilation lumens are provided. In some embodiments, the divider divides a tracheal ventilation lumen from a bronchial ventilation lumen. In some embodiments, the shaped divider provides an irregular inner diameter that allows a relatively bulky device to be inserted into one or both lumens. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024293 | MEDICAL DEVICE TUBE HAVING SUCTION LUMEN AND AN ASSOCIATED SUCTIONING SYSTEM - Various embodiments of a tracheal tube having a suction lumen are provided. For example, the suction lumen may be associated with two spaced apart pressure transducers, whereby a pressure drop between the transducers indicates that the suction lumen is free of blockages and a characteristic lack of pressure drop and/or particular pressure curve is indicative of a blockage. In addition, embodiments may include a tracheal tube with sensors configured to sense a buildup of secretions. The sensors may be located proximate to an opening in the suction lumen. In other embodiments, a blockage-clearing system for a suction lumen may be provided that blows air into the suction lumen to clear blockages. In particular, in certain embodiments, the blockage-clearing system may operate to create its own pressurized air source by utilizing the pressure change created in the suction line by a blockage. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120037162 | VENTILATORY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM - The present method, system and device relate to a ventilatory assistance system comprising a ventilatory assistance device, which comprises a tube on which a tubular nozzle is integrally mounted, and a respiratory gas supply duct able to connect said tubular nozzle to a source of respiratory gas. The present ventilatory assistance system further comprises obstacle forming means counteracting against assembling a connecting member of an external medical device to said tubular nozzle, when the latter is connected to said source of respiratory gas by means of said supply duct. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120085350 | Inner Type Tracheostomy Tube - An inner type tracheostomy tube has an outer tube and an inner cannula. The outer tube has an airway tube, an inflatable cuff, an inflating tube, a neck mount and a holding mount. The neck mount is mounted around the airway tube. The holding mount is formed on the neck mount around the airway tube and has a holding ring and two holding arms. The holding ring is formed on the neck mount. The holding arms are formed on the holding ring and protrude from the holding ring and each has a holding recess. The inner cannula is connected to the outer tube and has an inner tube, a disk segment and two locking tabs. The disk segment is formed on the inner tube. The locking tabs are formed on the disk segment, are respectively connected to the holding arms and each has a locking portion and a pressing button. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120103341 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CONNECTOR INSERT - A tracheal tube assembly includes a connector body, a cannula extending from the connector body, and an insert that provides rigidity to the connector body and retains the cannula in the connector body. The insert has a proximal surface having a first outside diameter substantially the same size as a second outside diameter of the connector body. The cannula has a tapered upper end that fits between conforming tapered sections of the connector body inner surface and the insert. The insert may include features to prevent rotation of the cannula as well as rotation of the insert in the connector body. Features of the insert and connector body may also interface to mechanically retain the insert in the connector body. A fastening component may be provided to aid in the fastening of the insert and cannula to the connector body. Different sizes of cannula may be accommodated by different inserts, while using the same or different connector bodies. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120118294 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH REINFORCED PROXIMAL EXTENSION - A tracheal tube includes a proximal extension between a flange member and a connector. The extension may allow for easier access to the connector. The extension is reinforced to limit bending and kinking. Reinforcement may be accomplished by a helical element that is embedded in the extension, such as between an inner cannula and an outer cover. The outer cover may be molded with a connector after placement of the reinforcing member. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120118295 | Catheter Guiding Flexible Connector - A flexible connector couples the inlet end of a tracheotomy tube inner cannula to an outlet port of an in-line catheter. The catheter exit end of the connector is adapted to be serially coupled in pneumatic communication with the inlet end of the tracheotomy tube inner cannula and also to guide the downstream tip of the catheter into the inlet end of the inner cannula in response to pushing of the catheter upstream of the catheter outlet port. Thus, the in-line catheter can be inserted into the tracheotomy tube inner cannula with little likelihood of having to compress or “flip” the connector or disconnect the connector from the tracheotomy tube and the patient from the ventilator circuit. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120132211 | MONITORING ENDOTRACHEAL INTUBATION - Apparatus and methods are provided for use during endotracheal intubation of a subject, including an output unit, and at least one sensor configured to sense motion of the subject, and generate a signal responsively thereto. A control unit is configured to detect an aspect of the intubation by analyzing a component of the signal having a frequency of less than 20 Hz, and drive the output unit to generate an output indicative of the aspect of the intubation. Other applications are also described. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120152256 | Respiratory Access Port Assembly with Push Button Lock and Method of Use - A respiratory access assembly includes a distal plate having one port and cuff and an axially aligned proximal plate including a first port and first cuff and a second port and second cuff. The distal plate is configured to move relative to the proximal plate. The respiratory access assembly includes an actuator, which has a plurality of predetermined positions. The actuator can lock the plates together such that the distal port is aligned with either port of the proximal plate or so that the distal port is not aligned with either port of the proximal plate. A method of using a respiratory access assembly is provided. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120167893 | Tracheostomy Tube Having a Sealing Device - There is suggested a tracheostomy tube comprising a sealing means, said sealing means sealingly enclosing the tracheostomy tube transversally to its longitudinal extension, the sealing means being configured as a sealing bell whose rear end portion encloses the tracheostomy tube and whose front end portion comprises a sealing lip to be brought into contact with a neck area of a patient. The sealing bell forms a reception space in which an absorbent insert can be accommodated. Furthermore, the invention relates to a sealing means and to the use of an absorbent insert together with the tracheostomy tube and the sealing means. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120180796 | Tracheostomy Tubes - A fenestrated tracheostomy tube has two rows of openings extending along the outside of the curve of the tube where they will be located in the trachea. The shaft of the tube is made of a soft material, such as silicone, and is reinforced along the fenestrated region by a frame of a stiffer material. The frame has a longitudinal spine extending between the two rows and has several ribs extending from the spine circumferentially on opposite sides of the openings. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120204882 | NECK FLANGE ATTACHMENT APPARATUSES FOR TRACHEOSTOMY TUBES - Various embodiments of tracheostomy tube assemblies including a cannula and a flange are provided. One of the cannula and the flange includes a pair of slots and the other of the cannula and the flange includes a pair of protrusions adapted to be received by the pair of slots. The pair of slots and the pair of protrusions enable two or more degrees of freedom of movement of the flange with respect to the cannula. | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120204883 | Transtracheal Catheter Apparatus - A catheter apparatus ( | 08-16-2012 |
| 20120227746 | TRACHEAL TUBE CONNECTOR DEVICES AND METHODS - Various embodiments of tracheostomy tube assemblies including a cannula, a cap, and a flange are provided. The cannula includes a distal end and a proximal end, the distal end being adapted to be inserted into a patient's trachea. The annular cap includes an annular body having a first surface adapted to be received into the proximal end of the cannula to retain a portion of the cap in the annular body. The flange member includes a second surface that engages the proximal end of the cannula such that the proximal end of the cannula is retained between the second surface of the flange member and the first surface of the annular cap. The flange member also includes a third surface adapted to engage an inner surface of the annular body of the annular cap to retain the flange member between the annular cap and the proximal end of the cannula. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120227747 | RESPIRATORY FACEMASK WITH SLIDING ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE HOLDER - A respiratory therapy facemask configured to be positioned against a patient's face and adjacent the patient's mouth, includes a face plate configured for attachment to the patient and defining an opening, the face plate including a laterally extending track defining a slot. A tube rest assembly is configured for being slidably engaged in the slot and for securely accommodating an endotracheal tube. The tube rest assembly is configured for directly engaging the track for lateral movement in the opening. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120247477 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CONNECTOR INSERT - A tracheal tube assembly includes a connector body, a cannula extending from the connector body, and an insert that provides rigidity to the connector body and retains the cannula in the connector body. The cannula has an upper end that fits between conforming tapered sections of the connector body inner surface and the insert. The insert may include features to mitigate stress on and around any secondary lumens in the cannula wall. Because the wall is thinner at the site of a secondary lumen, the connector body insert may include a recess into which the cannula wall may expand. The recess may be aligned with the secondary lumen. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120247478 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE ASSEMBLIES HAVING SPHERICAL BEARING ELEMENTS - Various embodiments of tracheostomy tube assemblies including a first subassembly and a flange subassembly are provided. The first subassembly includes a connector and a first spherical bearing element coupled to a first end of the connector. The first spherical bearing element includes at least two protrusions radially offset about a circumference of the first spherical bearing element. The flange subassembly includes an outer spherical bearing element having recesses for receiving the at least two protrusions and being adapted to encapsulate the first spherical bearing element. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120266891 | SYSTEM FOR TRANSTRACHEAL ADMINISTRATION OF OXYGEN - A system for transtracheal administration of supplemental oxygen to a patient in need of continuous long tem oxygen therapy comprising a cannula ( | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120298111 | DUAL-LUMEN TRACHEAL TUBE WITH ASSEMBLY PORTION - The present disclosure describes systems and methods having a dual-lumen tube with an assembly end. The assembly end may be molded and coupled to an extruded portion of the tube to form a complete dual-lumen tube. The assembly end may form the distal portion of the dual-lumen tube, which may simplify the manufacturing process by eliminating cutting and shaping steps involved in forming the distal ends of the ventilation lumens. The assembly end may be molded or otherwise formed so that the distal portion is not cut to length. In addition, the assembly end may include addition functionality, such as a camera apparatus or one or more sensors. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20120298112 | Endotracheal tube and stylet - An endotracheal tube having more than six degrees of freedom. The tube includes a first element having a distal end portion which is capable of achieving a curved configuration and a second element having a distal end portion which is capable of achieving a curved configuration. The first and second elements are rotationally and translationally connected to each other. The structure may also be used as a stylet for an endotracheal tube. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20130025601 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH REINFORCED PROXIMAL EXTENSION - A tracheal tube assembly includes a cannula configured to be positioned in a patient airway, the assembly further comprising a reinforcing member and/or extension member. The tracheal tube assembly further includes a flange member secured about the cannula. The tracheal tube assembly additionally includes a connector coupled to a proximal end of the cannula, wherein the cannula and the connector form a contiguous passageway for exchanging fluid with the patient airway in operation. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130037034 | TRACHEOTOMY SHIELD - A tracheotomy shield includes a first sheet defining an opening extending therethrough. The opening in the tracheotomy shield is configured to receive a portion of a tracheotomy tube assembly and to establish a liquid-tight seal about the portion of the tracheotomy tube assembly. The first sheet is wholly supported by the tracheotomy tube assembly. | 02-14-2013 |
| 20130061853 | ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE STABILIZER APPARATUS AND METHOD - A neonatal endotracheal tube stabilizer has a tube cradle, a tube fixation element attached to said tube cradle and a stabilization bar having a plurality of engagement elements. The stabilization bar extends on either side of the tube cradle to engage two cheek pads. The cheek pads each have a releasable engagement interface dimensioned to engage the engagement elements of the stabilization rod in at least one engaged position. When so engaged, the cradle firmly holds the endotracheal tube in a position selected by a health care provider. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130061854 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING A SURGICAL AIRWAY - An apparatus for maintaining a surgical airway and method for the same includes an elongated body insertable orally into a patient. The elongated body defines leading and trailing ends. A passageway is defined through the leading and trailing ends, such that surgical equipment may be insertable through the opening of the elongated body. A securing member may be connected to the trailing end that can hold the elongated body in a position such that an airway remains open to treat the patient, while supporting oxygen flow to the patient. | 03-14-2013 |
| 20130081634 | TRACHEAL TUBE FLANGE MEMBER - Various embodiments of flange members and tracheostomy tube assemblies including such flange members are provided. An embodiment of a flange member includes a base portion adapted to receive a proximal end of a cannula, a first flange disposed on a first side of the base portion, and a second flange member disposed on a second side of the base portion opposite the first side. The first flange and the second flange are adapted to rest against a patient's neck to maintain the flange member outside of a patient's airway. The flange member also includes a biocompatible pad reversibly integrated with at least one of the base portion, the first flange, and the second flange. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130087152 | DEVICE FOR SECURING AN ORAL TUBE IN A PATIENT - A device for securing an oral tube, such as an endotracheal tube, positioned in a patient's trachea includes a support surface, such as an open channel, for supporting the tube. First and second arms extend outwardly from the open channel. The first and second arms form an arch having first and second ends. Bite blocks are provided adjacent the first and second arch ends for contacting the patient's teeth or gums, and a receiver for securing the tube against the support surface is likewise provided. A flexible member having first and second ends for looping around the patient's nasal septum is likewise provided. At least one of the ends of the flexible member is received in a retainer and assists in securing the device in position. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20130160770 | Clutch Brake Assembly for a Respiratory Access Port - A respiratory access assembly includes a distal plate having a port, the port adapted to be positioned in operable communication with an artificial airway of a patient. The assembly also includes a proximal plate including a first port and a second port and, when the distal plate is positioned against the proximal plate in a stacked configuration, each plate is configured to move relative to the other. There is a clutch positioned between the plates, the clutch cooperating with both plates to substantially prevent movement of the plates when the port of the distal plate is positioned in an alignment with at least one port of the proximal plate and an object is positioned through the aligned ports of the plates. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130199539 | Nanostructured Surfaces - The present invention is directed to methods for inhibiting growth of bacteria and to nanometer scale surfaces having antibacterial properties. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130213404 | NECK PATCH FOR TRACHEAL CANNULAS OR ARTIFICIAL NOSES HAVING A SPEAKING VALVE - There is provided a neck patch to be adhered on a tracheostoma, which is very light and has a good respiratory activity and an excellent sealing behavior when adhered on top of a tracheostoma in the neck of a patient. The neck patch is made of a thin, planar, flexible foil having a thickness of between 5 and 30 μm, which is adhesive on its proximal side only and has a centrically arranged hole on its distal side, and around which a hard, round plastic connector disk having a central recess is arranged, the neck patch further comprising a supporting frame that surrounds the outer edge of the film and is approximately five to ten times thicker than the film so that the neck patch can be positioned without being rolled together. | 08-22-2013 |
| 20130220331 | Endotracheal Tubes and Other Polymer Substrates Including An Anti-Fouling Treatment - Anti-fouling treatments are applied to polymer substrates for preventing bacterial adhesion. The polymer substrate may comprise a medical device, such as a catheter. The treatment generally comprises a polymer layer graft polymerized to the surface of the polymer substrate. An anti-biofilm agent is contained in the polymer layer or applied to the surface. A polymer over-layer is then applied that encapsulates the anti-biofilm agent. The anti-biofilm agent prevents bacterial adhesion through the polymer over-layer. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130255691 | System and Method for Use of Acoustic Reflectometry Information in Ventilation Devices - The present disclosure relates to a system and method for use of acoustic reflectometry information in ventilation devices. The system and method includes a speaker to emit sound waves into an intubated endotracheal tube (“ETT”) and a microphone to detect returning acoustic reflections. In addition, the system and method includes a reflectometry device in communication with a ventilation device for analyzing timings and amplitudes of the returning acoustic reflections to determine a size of a passageway around an ETT tip, location and size of ETT obstructions, and relative movement of the ETT tip within a trachea. The reflectometry device is also configured to determine a resistance parameter representative of resistance to actual flow of air through the ETT based upon a function of the diameter of the ETT, length of the ETT, and percent obstruction of the ETT, where the resistance parameter is used to calculate the tracheal pressure. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20130284181 | ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE SYSTEM - An endotracheal tube system includes an endotracheal tube having a first conduit and a second conduit, the first conduit being fluidly separable from the second conduit and a connector in communication with both the first conduit and the second conduit. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130298911 | ORAL CARE METHOD AND KIT - A method of moisturizing while decolonizing mammalian tissue, comprising applying a multi-valent cationic antiseptic composition to the tissue, and applying a moisturizer composition to at least a portion of the same tissue is provided. An oral care kit comprising a composition comprising the multi-valent cationic antiseptic and the moisturizer composition, and a method of moisturizing oral tissue of a patient requiring intubation using the moisturizer composition and an endotracheal tube coated or impregnated with a cationic antiseptic are also provided. | 11-14-2013 |
| 20130319423 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE WITH FILLETED FLANGE - Various embodiments of a tracheostomy tube having neck flanges with filleted ends are provided. In certain embodiments, the neck flange may include a fillet extending from a bottom surface of the neck flange to a tip of the neck flange. In addition, the filleted end may also be tapered from a top surface of the neck flange to the tip of the neck flange. The neck flange may also include several curved edges, such as curved edges from the tip of the neck flange to side surfaces of the neck flange, and a curved bottom surface from side surface to side surface of the neck flange. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130327337 | Neonatal Endotracheal Tube with Monolithic Secure Guard - A secure guard for an endotracheal tube includes a base ring, and a short gripper, a long gripper, and an upper lip bar each extending from the base ring. The short gripper and the long gripper each includes a flexible neck extending from the base ring and a gripping portion extending from the flexible neck. Each gripping portion includes a first gripping projection and a second gripping projection forming an opening separated by a gap to permit insertion of the endotracheal tube laterally into the opening. The gripping portions preferably include projections to contact the endotracheal tube and prevent sliding of the tube with respect to the guard. The upper lip bar includes an upper lip bar body and an upper lip adhesive strip coupled to the upper lip bar body. In some embodiments, the secure guard is sized to fit a neonate. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20140000621 | Cheek Path Airway | 01-02-2014 |
| 20140026891 | TRACHEOSTOMY DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Tracheostomy devices and methods of use are provided herein. An exemplary device may include a substrate having an opening that is disposed centrally on the substrate, the opening being configured to receive a connector of a tracheostomy tube, the substrate comprising a plurality of mounting holes disposed on opposing ends of the substrate, the substrate having a slit that extends below the opening which allows the substrate to be removed from the connector when the connector is connected to an airway hose. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140182594 | Portable Hand Pump for Evacuation of Fluids - A manually operable pump for the effective removal of fluids to include blood, blood clots, fluid, and air from a body cavity of a subject is provided. The manually operable pump is adapted to be connect to a range of fluid conduits and is equipped with one-way valves that effectively permit flow of fluid through the pump in only one direction. The sensitivity of the one-way valves is such that when properly positioned, fluid can flow through the valves and out of the pump without manual compression of the pump and with the aid of gravity power alone. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140230823 | COLOR-CODED ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE - Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to endotracheal tubes having a plurality of colored markings such as colored rings therearound. The colored markings are positioned at predetermined intervals and facilitate quick and accurate determination of intubation depth. The color-coded endotracheal tubes may be accompanied by a key or legend that correlates each colored marking to a specific intubation depth. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140238405 | Expandable Inter Vivos Tube - A flexible expandable inter vivos tube includes at least one arched segmented portion, a corresponding movable element and at least one positioning mechanism. The at least one arched segmented portion and corresponding movable element forming a flexible closed longitudinally expandable tube. The at least one arched segment includes an H-shaped connector having at least one cavity that allows variable slidable movement of a free end portion of the corresponding movable element. A flexible membrane is contained in the at least one cavity so that the hydraulic or air pressure within an inner rib of the H-shaped connector expands the movable element and, thus, the circumference and diameter of the flexible inter vivos tube are increased. A free end of the arched segment may include a retaining pin that engages a serrated free end of the corresponding movable element. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140261441 | Endotracheal Tube Retention System - A retention system for use with a bridle installed in a nose of a patient includes a member coupled to a medical device that is suspended from a nose of a patient and a connector for coupling to a bridle that is installed in a nose of a patient. The medical device extends into the mouth of a patient or is suspended adjacent the face of a patient. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140345622 | Expandable Inter Vivos Tube - A flexible expandable inter vivos tube includes at least one arched segmented portion, a corresponding movable element and at least one positioning mechanism. The at least one arched segmented portion and corresponding movable element forming a flexible closed longitudinally expandable tube. The at least one arched segment includes an H-shaped connector having at least one cavity that allows variable slidable movement of a free end portion of the corresponding movable element. A flexible membrane is contained in the at least one cavity so that the hydraulic or air pressure within an inner rib of the H-shaped connector expands the movable element and, thus, the circumference of the flexible inter vivos tube are increased. The flexible membrane attached to the free end portion limits the travel of the movable element within a corresponding one of the at least one cavity. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140360508 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBES - A fenestrated tracheostomy tube has a shaft ( | 12-11-2014 |
| 20140366887 | ORAL AIRWAY - An oral airway includes a curved body having a front wall which includes a concave portion of the body, and a rear wall which includes a convex portion of the body. The front wall is configured to translate relative to the rear wall, while remaining engaged with the rear wall. In addition, the rear wall is formed of a first material, and at least a portion of the front wall is formed of a second material, the second material being relatively flexible as compared to the first material. | 12-18-2014 |
| 20140373849 | RESPIRATORY TRACT BORE OPENING KEEPING DEVICE - A respiratory tract bore opening keeping device includes generally a main body that has two sides each connected to a resilient plate. The resilient plates each have a distal end that is remote from the main body and includes a protruding section having an increased thickness formed thereon. The main body has an outer side on which an upper lip positioning section and a lower lip positioning section are formed. The main body has an inner side on which an upper tooth positioning section and a lower tooth positioning section are formed in such a way that the lower tooth positioning section is in front of the upper tooth positioning section. The keeping device is depositeable in the mouth of a person with lips and teeth respectively positioned on the lip and teeth positioning sections to change the configuration of the tongue and the location of the lower jaw. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150040913 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CONNECTOR INSERT - A tracheal tube assembly includes a connector body, a cannula extending from the connector body, and an insert that provides rigidity to the connector body and retains the cannula in the connector body. The cannula has an upper end that fits between conforming tapered sections of the connector body inner surface and the insert. The insert may include features to mitigate stress on and around any secondary lumens in the cannula wall. Because the wall is thinner at the site of a secondary lumen, the connector body insert may include a recess into which the cannula wall may expand. The recess may be aligned with the secondary lumen. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150075535 | TRANSTRACHEAL VENTILATION DEVICE - The invention relates to a transtracheal ventilation device ( | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150122264 | CURVED DISTAL TIP FOR USE WITH MEDICAL TUBING AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME - A method of manufacturing a tracheal tube assembly including a cannula having a tapered distal tip is provided. The method includes providing a cannula having a distal end and inserting the distal end into a tapered melt mold. The method also includes applying heat to the tapered melt mold and the inserted distal end to form the tapered distal tip. The tapered distal tip may taper towards a distal end of the distal tip. | 05-07-2015 |
| 20150314093 | SWITCHABLE ADAPTER FOR A SUCTION TUBE - A switchable adapter for a suction tube has a manifold, a switching base rotatably connected to a pivot portion of the manifold, an air-tight component mounted between the pivot portion of the manifold and the switching base, and a cover mounted on an end of the pivot portion. The switching base has two connecting tubes. When the switching base pivots relative to the pivot portion of the manifold, the connecting tubes alternatively communicate with the manifold by rotation of the switching base. Thus, the switchable adapter is switched to allow the suction tube to suck sputa out of a trachea of a patient. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150335841 | TRACHEOSTOMA PLASTER - To solve the problem of providing a tracheostoma plaster that has a good sealing effect in the area of skin directly bordering a tracheostoma, a tracheostoma plaster ( | 11-26-2015 |
| 20160015920 | BIOMIMETIC ARTIFICIAL SECURED AIRWAY - Disclosed herein is a biomimetic artificial secured airway for use with a patient ventilating system that reduces the incidence of ventilator-associated patient infections when compared with the infection rate attributable to existing endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160051782 | Endotracheal Tube Bite Block - The endotracheal tube bite block comprises two equivalent semi-circular elongated bodies partially connected to one another via linking tabs which enable the two semi-circular elongated bodies to move towards one another forming a circular elongated body to encapsulate the endotracheal tube. The endotracheal tube bite block has slope shaped design which will be placed inside the patient's mouth and rest between the teeth. The endotracheal tube bite block further comprises pressure tabs which prevent complete collapse of the device under extreme biting pressures. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160095995 | BITE BLOCK - A bite block and methods of use thereof are disclosed. The bite block includes a body and a tube clamp attached thereto. The bite block may be configured to encompass a tube such as an endotracheal tube and another medical device such as a body temperature probe, and to protect the mouth of an intubated patient from clenching damage. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160129211 | COMPRESSIBLE CANNULA CONNECTOR WITH RELEASE GRIP - 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. | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160158473 | Ventilator circuit stabilizer and method of stabilizing a ventilator - Provided are a device and method for securing the ventilator tubing circuitry to a patient so as to prevent the circuitry from becoming disconnected from the patient or ventilator or becoming entangled, crushed or otherwise made non-functional thereby causing possible harm to the patient. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160184543 | EMERGENCY TRACHEOTOMY DEVICE - A tracheotomy device has a housing configured to guide the device to an appropriate location in a suprasternal notch of a subject and a hollow penetrator associated with the housing. The penetrator resiliently moves from a retracted restrained position to an extended operational position with sufficient force to penetrate a tracheal wall, where the operational position extends a pre-determined distance from the housing. The pre-determined distance is correlated to a distance required to penetrate an anterior side of the tracheal wall without penetrating a posterior side of the tracheal wall. An actuator associated with the housing and the penetrator for releasing the penetrator is configured for use in one hand. The device is simple and disposable and may be used by unskilled caregivers to successfully and safely perform a tracheotomy on a subject with a blocked airway. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160193439 | MECHANICAL USER CONTROL OF FLUID INPUT MODULE | 07-07-2016 |
| 20160375211 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR IMPROVED ASSISTED VENTILATION - Devices and methods for allowing for improved assisted ventilation of a patient. The methods and devices provide a number of benefits over conventional approaches for assisted ventilation. For example, the methods and devices described herein permit blind insertion of a device that can allow ventilation regardless of whether the device is positioned within a trachea or an esophagus. | 12-29-2016 |
| 20170232215 | ORAL AIRWAY | 08-17-2017 |
| 20180021540 | VALVES AND TUBES INCLUDING VALVES | 01-25-2018 |
| 20190143062 | ARRANGEMENT IN THE FORM OF A TRACHEOSTOMA PROSTHESIS FOR EASY INSERTION AND EASY REMOVAL OF AN INNER CANNULA | 05-16-2019 |
| 20190143063 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE WITH FILLETED FLANGE | 05-16-2019 |
