Method and apparatus for the treatment of obstructive sleep apne

Details Method and apparatus for the treatment of obstructive sleep apne Method and apparatus for the treatment of obstructive sleep apne

1983-10-06

1987-04-07

Recla, Henry J.

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure

12820712, 12820713, A61M 1600

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046552138

ABSTRACT:
A nose mask assembly for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea which is comprised of a nose mask adapted to be sealed over the nose of a patient, an inlet for supplying a continuous positive pressure of air to the mask and a threshold valve to release air from the mask.

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