Nasal mask

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2007-11-06

2007-11-06

Mitchell, Teena (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Face mask covering a breathing passage

C128S207130

Reexamination Certificate

active

10394731

ABSTRACT:
A nasal mask assembly for preferred use in CPAP treatment. The mask assembly comprises a central body, a face cushion, a forehead support and a gas inlet. The gas inlet is rotatably connected to the central body, and the forehead support is pivotally connected to the central body. A method of using such a mask is also provided.

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