Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
128207170 | Holding strap extending circumferentially of head or neck | 36 |
20080202529 | Endotracheal Tube Holder - An endotracheal tube holder for restraining an endotracheal tube in a patient's mouth includes a base that is strapped to the patient's head. The base includes a tube-securing block and clip-securing blocks. A separate, U-shaped clip is engagable in ratchet fashion to the base between the tube-securing block and the clip restraining blocks to secure the endotracheal tube to the tube-securing block. | 08-28-2008 |
20090014010 | Tracheostomy Tie System - A tracheostomy tie includes a padded collar with a patient neck engagement side, a strap coupled to the padded collar on a side opposite from the patient neck engagement side and extending from opposite ends of the padded collar. The strap includes a loop material outer surface and tapered distal ends. Tapered connectors are connected to respective tapered distal ends of the strap, each of the tapered connectors having a hook material outer surface. The tapered connectors are operable to pass through respective tracheostomy tube connectors and loop back to engage the loop material so that the padded collar may securely fasten and position a tracheostomy tube to a patient's neck. | 01-15-2009 |
20090038622 | Headgear assembly for a respiratory mask assembly - A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame and a headgear assembly removably attachable to the frame. The headgear assembly includes a pair of side portions and a rear portion that interconnects the pair of side portions. The pair of side portions includes at least one strap. The rear portion has at least one strap constructed of at least two layers of material. One of the layers of material has a more rigid construction than the other of the layers of material to resist compression of the at least one strap of the rear portion in a first direction which resists movement of the at least one strap of the pair of side straps in the first direction. | 02-12-2009 |
20090145439 | Medical tube holder - A medical tube holder that is designed to secure a medical tube, such as a standard tracheostomy tube. In one embodiment the medical tube holder includes: (1) a single-piece, nonabsorbent retention band with a length based on the circumference of a patient's neck and (2) two hook fastener portions, which can be looped through slots on a medical tube flange and connected back onto a loop fastener piece that is attached to the nonabsorbent retention band. | 06-11-2009 |
20090145440 | ENDO-TRACHEAL TUBE SECUREMENT SYSTEM - A system for securing an endo-tracheal tube or other medical article in position upon a patient includes a head contact member, retainer, and attachment members which can be adjustably attached between the head contact member and the retainer. The retainer may include a bite block. Certain embodiments of the head contact member have a concave shape which follows a portion of the patient's skull and may have a rigid or flexible structure. The attachment member attaches to the retainer which grips the endo-tracheal tube or other medical article. | 06-11-2009 |
20090188509 | EMERGENCY VENTILATION APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - An emergency ventilation apparatus, system, and method for providing ventilation to patients in emergency situations, the system comprising an angled laryngoscope handle and a ventilation-aid securement device. The handle is configured to hold a laryngoscope blade between approximately twenty and forty degrees relative to a lower portion of the handle for more effective intubation of patients. The securement device fits atop a portion of a ventilating mask and is adjustably secured to the patient fitted with the mask by an adjustable strap or similar device. The securement device fits flexibly over the mask providing a seal between the mask and the patient's face. A version of the securement device includes a thumbscrew for engaging with the mask to secure it. Another version of the securement device is further capable of securing an endotracheal tube to a patient using a thumbscrew to advance a retaining arm for engaging the tube. | 07-30-2009 |
20090255538 | Monolithic endotracheal tube holder - This invention pertains generally to a device for retaining a medically relevant tube into a proper registration for application of medical treatment to a patient, and more particularly to a flexible holder for positioning of an endotracheal tube wherein said holder has integrated therein circumferential guard projections for maintaining optimal flow characteristics of the restrained endotracheal tube. Circumferential guard projections extend both outwardly and inwardly from said endotracheal tube holder and are integral to and monolithically formed with the endotracheal tube holder. The endotracheal tube holder is adaptable to receiving tubes of varying diameters and includes a capture means for allowing insertion and removal of an endotracheal tube through a transverse access port in a side aspect of the holder. The monolithic nature of the endotracheal tube holder design is further enhanced through incorporation of access portals about the holder for allowing routine patient maintenance. | 10-15-2009 |
20090308397 | Medico-Surgical Tube Assemblies - An adjustable flange for a tracheostomy tube has a locking assembly ( | 12-17-2009 |
20100000544 | MEDICAL HEADGEAR - A medical headgear fabric that includes, at least: (i) a skin-facing fabric layer; (ii) an outermost fabric layer; and (iii) a plastic or metal layer located between the fabric layers. Preferably these layers, as well as any additional layers that may be present in the fabric are thermoformed to form a substantially unitary fabric with at least a substantially laminate structure. Preferably, the fabric also includes a foam layer located between the fabric layers. Preferably, in embodiments with a layer (iii) of plastic, the plastic layer is in the form of a nylon, plastic strip. Preferably, in embodiments with a layer (iii) of metal, the metal layer is in the form of an aluminum strip. | 01-07-2010 |
20100006104 | Tracheostomy tie system and method - A tracheostomy tie includes a padded collar with a surface engagement side, a strap coupled to the padded collar on a side opposite from the surface engagement side and extending from opposite ends of the padded collar. The strap includes a loop material outer surface and tapered distal ends. Connectors tapered at both distal ends are connected to respective tapered distal ends of the strap, each of the tapered connectors having a hook material outer surface. The tapered connectors are operable to pass through respective tracheostomy tube connectors and loop back to engage the loop material so the padded collar may securely fastens and positions a tracheostomy tube. | 01-14-2010 |
20100037899 | Endotracheal tube fixation apparatus - The present invention relates to an endotracheal tube fixation apparatus, comprising an attracted element and a magnetic ring. The attracted element fixed on the endotracheal tube is made of magnetized substance and covered by a soft protection layer. The magnetic ring is provided with a plurality of thin-sliced magnetic elements which are spaced at intervals and enclosed by the soft protection layer. The magnetic ring is placed around the neck of a patient when in use, while the attracted element is intubated into the trachea of the patient together with the endotracheal tube and stays at the place matching correspondingly to the magnetic ring. The magnetic ring and the attracted element then attract each other, which enables a fixation of the endotracheal tube staying within a selected region. | 02-18-2010 |
20100083970 | MEDICAL TUBE SECURING DEVICE - A medical tube securing device for a patient is disclosed, comprising at least one bite block and a support frame integral with said bite block, said support frame comprising a protruding extension with at least one inwardly recessed portion so as to avoid contact with the patient's mouth, said protruding extension operable to receive an adjustable medical tube retaining device without contacting the face of the patient. | 04-08-2010 |
20100108076 | Tracheostomy Tube with a Swiveled Connector - A tracheostomy tube has an inserting portion and a connecting portion. The inserting portion has an air way tube, an inflatable cuff and an inflating tube. The connecting portion is connected to the air way tube and has a resilient connector and a connecting sleeve. The resilient connector has a connecting ring connected to the air way tube. The connecting sleeve is mounted around the resilient connector and has a tubular body, a pressing flange formed on the tubular body and at least one slit defined longitudinally in the tubular body and extends through the pressing flange. Movement and vibrations of a patient circuit connected to the tracheostomy tube are not translated into a patient trachea thereby greatly improving patient comfort, safety and quality of life. | 05-06-2010 |
20100212671 | Airway Devices, Tube Securing Devices, and Methods of Making and Using the Same - Airway devices and tube securing devices are disclosed. Methods of making and using airway devices and tube securing devices are also disclosed. | 08-26-2010 |
20100252049 | Endotracheal tube securing device - An endotracheal securing device includes a main tube and a tie extending through the main tube. The tie projects out through a central orifice in the main tube and is tightened around the endotracheal tube. The ends of the tie are then tied behind the user's head to secure the tie and endotracheal tube in place between the user's nose and mouth. | 10-07-2010 |
20100258136 | HEADGEAR FOR A RESPIRATORY MASK AND A METHOD FOR DONNING A RESPIRATORY MASK - Headgear for a respiratory mask includes a strap arrangement including front strap portions adapted to be disposed over a patient's cheeks and having front ends adapted for attachment to an airway interfacing portion, top strap portions connected to respective front strap portions and adapted to be disposed over the top of a patient's head and to connect to each other, and a back strap extending rearwardly from and connecting respective junctions of the front strap portions and top strap portions or regions adjacent these junctions and adapted to locate underneath a patient's occiput. In use with a patient having long hair, the back strap is adapted to extend under the patient's hair and urge upwardly on the patient's hair and against the patient's head beneath the occiput. In use with a patient having short hair, the back strap is adapted to urge against the patient's head beneath the occiput. In an embodiment, front strap portions of the headgear may be provided with a sleeve or cover (e.g., constructed of a fleece material) to enhance comfort in use. | 10-14-2010 |
20110120474 | AIRWAY DEVICES, TUBE SECURING DEVICES, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Airway devices and securing devices are disclosed. Methods of making and using airway devices and securing devices are also disclosed. | 05-26-2011 |
20110214675 | Medical tube holder - A medical tube holder that includes a variable in size head band and a medical tube receiving loop depending therefrom. The loop is formed by a strap that has opposite end portions thereof overlying one another and the terminal ends thereof secured to the headband. The loop is spaced a selected distance from the headband by a necked down provided by the overlapping end portions. A member is slidably mounted on the necked down portion and provides means to selectively vary the size of the loop. The slide member has a locking mechanism movable from one to the other of a slider locked and unlocked state. The holder can be used in association with a bite block and perform the dual function of retaining the medical tube in position on a patient and retain the bite block in position on the medical tube. Also disclosed is a bite block that has an adjustably variable in size hole for receiving and clampingly engaging the medical tube. | 09-08-2011 |
20110240034 | SECUREMENT SYSTEM FOR AN ENDOCTRACHEAL 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 support member and a retainer. The retainer defines a channel configured to receive the endotracheal tube. A head securement member attaches the support member to the head of the patient. The securement system can include a soft gel for placement against the patient's skin and well as a track for securing the endotracheal tube at a plurality of locations relative to the support member. Advantageously, the securement system can maintain an endotracheal tube in position upon a patient and allow access to the patient's oral cavity. | 10-06-2011 |
20110284008 | COMPLETE AIRWAY STABILIZATION SYSTEM - An airway stabilization system is provided for maintaining an airway device in a patient's trachea and for preventing clinically significant movement thereof with respect to the patient's vocal cords in response to the application of multidirectional forces to the airway device. The system includes a retention collar secured to the airway device to define a retention structure, a restraining device adapted to releaseably engage the retention structure and to cooperate therewith to prevent clinically significant movement of the airway device, and means for securing the restraining device to a patient's head. | 11-24-2011 |
20120085352 | MEDICAL SECURING DEVICE - A medical securing device ( | 04-12-2012 |
20120145162 | ETT HOLDER - An intra-oral device for positioning an endotracheal tube in the mouth of a patient includes a block disposable between the patients upper and lower teeth. The block has a top surface including an arcuate channel for receiving upper teeth. The block also has a bottom surface including an arcuate channel for receiving lower teeth. The block has an outwardly facing, when disposed, front surface and also a back surface and an aperture extending through the block from the front to the back surfaces for receiving the endotracheal tube. A slot having parallel spaced walls extends from the bottom surface to the aperture and from the front surface to the back surface. A cincher is disposed to cinch the spaced walls of the slot. An endotracheal tube inserted through the aperture can be positioned and cinched in the device. | 06-14-2012 |
20120222682 | Tracheostomy Tube Securing System - A tracheostomy tube securer is disclosed herein comprising a band with a first set of apertures and a strap with a second set of apertures. Tracheostomy tube securer further comprises a band thread and a strap thread to lace through the sets of apertures. Tracheostomy tube securer further comprises a tab for quick release of the securing system in an emergency situation. | 09-06-2012 |
20130068233 | 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. | 03-21-2013 |
20130098368 | AIRWAY DEVICES, TUBE SECURING DEVICES, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Airway devices and tube securing devices are disclosed. Methods of making and using airway devices and tube securing devices are also disclosed. | 04-25-2013 |
20130139825 | DEVICE FOR SECURING A BREATHING TUBE - A device for securing a tube in position includes a strip of material and first, second, and third attachment members. The strip of material defines a first surface and a second, opposed surface. The strip of material further includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and an intermediate portion. The first attachment member is disposed on the first surface of the strip of material and is positioned adjacent the first end portion. The second attachment member is disposed on the first surface of the strip of material and is positioned adjacent the second end portion. The third attachment member is disposed on the second surface of the strip of material and is positioned adjacent the intermediate portion. The strip of material is configured to wrap around a tube with the first, second, and third attachment members releasably engaging a strap member to secure the tube in position. | 06-06-2013 |
20130213405 | Method and apparatus for releasably holding a ventilator tube to a tracheostomy tube - A ventilator tube holder is provided in the form of a soft patch having opposed ends which are Velcroed to underlying tracheostomy ties, with a central portion having a circular orifice through which the ventilator tube passes and is held. In one embodiment the circular orifice is provided with a notch or slit for easy mounting of the patch around the ventilator tube or for quick removal of the ventilator tube, whereas in a further embodiment a soft elastic tie or strip is Velcroed from one side of the orifice to the other to hold the ventilator tube in place or to tighten the ventilator tube to the patch during any kind of deformation or stretching that may occur. | 08-22-2013 |
20130220333 | TRACHEAL TUBE WITH CUSTOMIZABLE FLANGES - A tracheal tube assembly includes a cannula configured to be positioned in a patient airway and a customizable flange configured to be secured about the cannula. The customizable flange further includes a first flange portion and a second flange portion. The second flange portion is configured to be selectively removed from the customizable flange to customize the length of the customizable flange. | 08-29-2013 |
20130233322 | TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE COLLAR AND METHOD - The present application discloses a collar for a trach tube, a method of securing a trach tube to the neck of a patient, and a medical device comprising a collar for the trach tube. In one exemplary embodiment, the collar comprises a securing portion, a protection portion, and an attachment portion. The securing portion secures the trach tube to the neck of the patient. The protection portion extends from the securing portion and covers a portion of a flange of the trach tube. The protection portion is also positioned between the trach tube flange and the neck skin of the patient when the securing portion is attached to the trach tube. The attachment portion attaches the securing portion to the trach tube. | 09-12-2013 |
20130255693 | INSERT FOR TRACHEOSTOMY TUBE NECK STRAPS - A tracheal tube arrangement includes at least one neck strap including, a deformable material. The tracheal tube arrangement further includes at least one reinforcing member integrated into the neck strap. The reinforcing member includes a first opening for receiving a tie. The reinforcing member further includes at least one reinforcement opening for receiving a portion of the deformable material for bonding the reinforcing member to the neck strap. A method of providing a tracheal tube arrangement that has at least one neck strap is also provided. | 10-03-2013 |
20140000625 | Trach Secretion Catcher | 01-02-2014 |
20140196722 | TRACHEAL TUBE SYSTEM FOR ENHANCED PATIENT COMFORT - A tracheal tube system includes a tracheal tube assembly having a cannula configured to be positioned in a patient airway, and a connector coupled to the proximal end of the cannula. The tracheal tube assembly further includes a flange member secured about the cannula. The flange member includes an interior face configured to be disposed onto a patient neck when in use and a first plurality of protrusions disposed on top of the interior face, wherein the cannula and the connector form a contiguous passageway for exchanging fluid with the patient airway in operation. | 07-17-2014 |
20140238406 | BREATHING TUBE HOLDER - A faceplate assembly that includes a faceplate frame ( | 08-28-2014 |
20140332009 | BITE BLOCK - A bite block and methods of use thereof are disclosed. The bite block may be configured to encompass a tube such as an endotracheal tube, and to protect the mouth of an intubated patient from clenching damage. | 11-13-2014 |
20160038704 | MEDICAL TUBE HOLDER - A medical tube holder, for securing a tube relative to a patient, comprises an elongate patient engaging portion for passing around at least a part of a neck and mouth region of a patient; a tube holding portion, connected to the patient engaging portion, for passing around at least a part of a medical tube; a tube-holding-portion securing arrangement for securing the tube holding portion around at least a part of the medical tube so that the medical tube can be securely positioned relative to the patient; and a patient-engaging-portion securing arrangement for securing the patient engaging portion around the patient's neck and mouth region to secure the medical tube holder to the patient. The patient-engaging-portion securing arrangement has a tightening arrangement to facilitate tightening of the patient engaging portion around the patient's neck and mouth region, and a locking arrangement that prevents loosening of the patient engaging portion while allowing further tightening. | 02-11-2016 |
20160121067 | MEDICAL TUBE HOLDER AND RELATED METHODS - A medical tubing holder system including a connector, a holding assembly and a retainer block. The holding assembly has an arm, and optional flanges to capture part of medical tubing, such as an endotracheal tube. The retainer block is distal from the holding assembly. The retainer block defines an aperture that receives a tube therein. The aperture is smaller than a tube flange placed between the block and the holding assembly, so as to capture the tube flange. An attachment element joins the holding assembly to the retainer block, and has length that is adjustable to selectively vary a distance between the block and the holding assembly. The attachment element effectively secures the retainer block, holding the tube flange, to the holding assembly and connector, which is secured to the patient's head, to prevent self or accidental extubation. A related method is provided. | 05-05-2016 |