Tracheostomy tube holder

Details Tracheostomy tube holder Tracheostomy tube holder

2005-02-28

2011-12-13

Yu, Justine (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Respiratory gas supply means enters mouth or tracheotomy...

C128S207140, C128S200240, C128S202270, C128S200260

Reexamination Certificate

active

08074650

ABSTRACT:
A tube holder is provided for securing a medical tube to a patient. In one illustrative embodiment, the tube holder includes a band to secure a medical tube to a patient, and first and second tabs attached at first and second ends of the band to secure the medical tube. Each of the first and second tabs include a hook surface and a loop surface, the hook surface and loop surface to mate with one another to secure the medical tube. The first and second tabs include moisture resistant material located on a surface contacting the patient's skin.

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