Surgery – Respiratory method or device – Face mask covering a breathing passage
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-21
2010-12-07
Bianco, Patricia M (Department: 3772)
Surgery
Respiratory method or device
Face mask covering a breathing passage
C128S207130, C128S207170, C128S205250, C128S206120, C128S206180, C128S206210, C128S206270, C128S206280, C128S201220, C128S201230, C128S201240, C002S410000, C002S005000, C002S006100, C002S006200, C002S006600, C002S006800, C002S417000, C002S418000, C002S421000, C002S422000, C002S424000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07845353
ABSTRACT:
Mask apparatus and methods for providing positive airway pressure therapies are disclosed. The mask apparatus includes a mask secured to the mount with the mask cantilevered from the mount. A circumferential band, a first lateral stabilizing band and a second lateral stabilizing band secure the mount to the head of a user. The methods include securing a mask apparatus to the head of a user and administering a positive airway pressure therapy.
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Bordewick Steven S.
Bowman Bruce
Brandt Laurel D.
Markovich David
Raatikka Amy
AEIOMed, Inc.
Bianco Patricia M
Clise, Billion & Cyr, P.A.
Patel Nihir
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