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2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Douglas, Steven O (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for quickly connecting or disconnecting apparatus...

C128S204180, C128S205250

Reexamination Certificate

active

07997267

ABSTRACT:
A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having a front surface and a rear surface adapted in use to face the patient. The frame includes a main body providing an aperture therethrough for the introduction of breathable gas into a nasal breathing cavity. An elbow assembly is swivelably coupled to the front surface of the frame. The elbow assembly includes a swivel elbow that defines an intake port and an exhaust port separated from the intake port using a baffle. The elbow assembly includes an end portion that interfaces with the aperture of the frame.

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