Endotracheal tube fixation device and method of using the same

Details Endotracheal tube fixation device and method of using the same Endotracheal tube fixation device and method of using the same

1995-08-31

1997-05-06

Lewis, Aaron J.

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means placed in body opening to facilitate insertion of...

12820714, 12820715, 12820629, A61M 1600

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056261284

ABSTRACT:
A medical device for internally maintaining by means of an oral adhesive composition an endotracheal tube in proper position in a patient's mouth and protecting the patient from endotracheal intubation associated injury, as well as subsequently permitting adjustment of the endotracheal tube relative to the device. The device has a heat-sensitive moldable polymer on its superior surface for adaptation to individual patient's oral cavities. The invention also prevents endotracheal tube occlusion from patient jaw closure, and is particularly well-adapted for patients suffering from facial burns, dermatitis, or cleft palate syndrome. A method of using the device is also disclosed.

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