Thermal vaporization apparatus

Surgery – Respiratory method or device – Means for mixing treating agent with respiratory gas

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C128S204170, C131S173000, C131S193000, C131S196000

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07624734

ABSTRACT:
A vaporizer apparatus for vaporizing medical herbs and essences is described that uses an electrical power driven medium to vaporize the herbs and essences. The vaporizer apparatus has a heating element assembly mounted at an angle within an enclosure. The heating element assembly also includes an insulating shield which covers the heating element and which has a mating section for mating with a hand piece. The hand piece includes a vaporization chamber where herbs are packed, an inlet for connecting with the mating section of the shield, and an outlet for inhalation by a user. Methods for using the vaporizer apparatus is also discussed.

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