Mask assembly with integrated sensors

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2005-05-18

2009-08-18

Douglas, Steven O (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure

C128S206210, C600S544000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07575005

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the invention relate to a mask assembly for use in treatment systems for treating obstructive sleep apnea using continuous positive air pressure (CPAP). The mask assembly comprises a mask or nasal interface for supplying gas to the nose of a wearer of the mask assembly. The mask assembly also comprises a strap or harness attached to the mask for securing the mask assembly to the wearer and sensors located on the mask assembly for measuring physiological signals of the wearer. These physiological signals are communicated to a monitoring unit which, in association with a CPAP device, serves to determine the efficacy of the CPAP treatment and to vary operational parameters of the treatment.

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