Support system for a feeding tube

Details Support system for a feeding tube Support system for a feeding tube

2008-01-04

2011-11-22

Stigell, Theodore (Department: 3767)

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Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

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08062263

ABSTRACT:
A support system for supporting a feeding tube of a person is disclosed. The support system comprises an elongated flexible band, a disc and a sling mechanism. The elongated flexible band is adapted to circumscribe the person's body, at least partially covering abdomen region of the person. The disc is disposed on the elongated flexible band and is capable of securing the feeding tube. The sling mechanism is functionally coupled to the elongated flexible band and provides support to the feeding tube, for example, while the tube is not being used to feed a user.

REFERENCES:
patent: 5403285 (1995-04-01), Roberts
patent: 5685859 (1997-11-01), Kornerup

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