Trachea tube with germicidal light source

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2007-01-09

2007-01-09

Yu, Justine R. (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Respiratory gas supply means enters mouth or tracheotomy...

C128S207140, C128S200260

Reexamination Certificate

active

11017243

ABSTRACT:
A tube for insertion into a trachea having a germicidal light source that is positioned above a cuff that holds the tube in place in the trachea. Activation of the germicidal light source causes an radiation emission that kills undesired bacteria that is fostered by the tube and the cuff, reducing the patient's risk of associated disease, and reducing the need for antibiotics.

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