Determination of mask fitting pressure and correct mask fit

Details Determination of mask fitting pressure and correct mask fit Determination of mask fitting pressure and correct mask fit

2006-09-05

2006-09-05

Bennett, Henry (Department: 3743)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure

C128S204180, C128S204220

Reexamination Certificate

active

07100608

ABSTRACT:
A method for determining a mask-fit test pressure to be applied to a wearer's mask by ventilatory assistance apparatus includes adaptively determining the mask-fit pressure from prior use.

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