Cushion clip assembly and mask assembly having same

Details Cushion clip assembly and mask assembly having same Cushion clip assembly and mask assembly having same

2005-12-09

2009-02-10

Yu, Justine R (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Face mask covering a breathing passage

C128S206210

Reexamination Certificate

active

07487777

ABSTRACT:
A respiratory mask assembly includes a rigid mask frame with a rim portion including a rearwardly projecting tongue and lateral flange and a cushion having a rim with a corresponding groove and a rearwardly facing shoulder. A clip in the form of a collar passes over the cushion, engaging behind the shoulder, and has one or more securing tabs that engage recesses in the flange.

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