Method and apparatus for inflating a warming blanket

Details Method and apparatus for inflating a warming blanket Method and apparatus for inflating a warming blanket

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Gibson, Roy D (Department: 3739)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Thermal applicators

C607S104000, C607S108000

Reexamination Certificate

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07901443

ABSTRACT:
A warming blanket is provided that includes a first sheet and a second sheet sealed at least along a common edge. An air inlet is provided on the warming blanket where the first sheet and the second sheet are not sealed. An inlet opening device is attached to the inlet opening. The inlet opening device separates the first sheet from the second sheet at the inlet opening in the absence of an opposing force. Methods of forming and using the warming blanket are also provided.

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