Elbow for mask assembly

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2006-03-14

2006-03-14

Lewis, Aaron J. (Department: 3743)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for quickly connecting or disconnecting apparatus...

C128S205250, C128S206280

Reexamination Certificate

active

07011090

ABSTRACT:
An elbow assembly for use in a respiratory mask, which includes an elbow, an inlet port, an exhaust port, and a baffle separating the inlet port from the exhaust port. A mask assembly includes a cushion comprising at least one gusset and an aperture for connection to the elbow assembly.

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