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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8020557 | Apparatus and methods for administration of positive airway pressure therapies The present invention provides an apparatus and methods for the administration of positive airway pressure therapies. The apparatus can include a housing, a blower and a mask. The housing is configured to be stably secured on the head of a patient. The blower is sec... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7530354 | Distending nasal air filter A piece of shear plastic of approximate size and shape to cover human nose and upper lip, with a filter element installed therein at an opening located at the nostrils. Adhesive added to the rear of the housing for airtight seal when applied to the nose and upper li... | 05/12/2009 |
| 7451764 | Nasal mask A nasal mask comprising a pair of main bodies, which respectively form a containing space having an open end and a through-hole end; a connection which connects the edges of the opening ends of the main bodies; and a filtration device disposed inside the containing ... | 11/18/2008 |
| 7354467 | Filtering assembly in nasal cavities A filtering assembly in nasal cavities includes a connector with two rings connected by a link, and two filtering members are securely connected to the two rings. The two filtering members are inserted into the wearer's nasal cavities so as to effectively filter for... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7347209 | Free breathing apparatus Tubular elements inserted for enhanced breathing into the nasal passages of a wearer to increase air flow include a bridge coupling between the elements of a spring-like rigidity to spread the elements towards their quiescent obtuse angle spread before insertion, su... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7290546 | Nasal mask 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 th... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7263996 | Anion emission and anti-dust nose mask The present invention relates to an anion emission and anti-dust nose mask capable of enhancing a compatibility so that it is well adapted to various sizes and types of nose based on its flexibility, and it is possible to wear without any string based on a pressure ... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7178527 | Nasal mask and mask cushion therefor A nasal cushion (30) comprises a substantially triangularly shaped frame (32) from which extends a membrane (34). The frame (32) has a scalloped edge (36) by which the cushion (30) is affixed to a mask body. The membrane ( | 02/20/2007 |
| 7178528 | Headgear for noninvasive ventilation interface The present invention is a headgear for noninvasive ventilation interface made up of a nasal cannula including cannula tubing having a given outside diameter, and a headgear yoke with ends including tubing retainers. The yoke is adapted to extend transversely over a... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7156099 | Nostril filtering system A nostril filtering system is described for providing clean, filtered air for breathing in through the nose. The filtering system includes a soft, pliable filter material held in a flexible frame that can be inserted into each nostril of a user. In the case of foul ... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7111626 | Equine inhalation mask The invention relates to an equine inhalation mask, comprising at least one valveless combined inhalation and exhalation conduit, into which inhalant sources comprising respiration control elements and an energy supply that does not require supply lines are intercha... | 09/26/2006 |
| 7101423 | Respiratory air filter A respiratory filter includes an air-permeable sleeve and at least one filter layer that is arranged in the sleeve and contains activated carbon. The activated carbon contained in the filter layers serves as a gas filter that, by absorption, at least partially remov... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7077140 | Face mask and method A method for preventing a spread of diseases, promoting better breathing, improving comfort and reducing fatigue. The method utilizes a face mask and a noseform of the type disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,976,173, which is incorporated herein by reference, In a first e... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7011093 | Microencapsulated fragrances and methods of coating microcapsules Nasal dilators and strips, methods of their manufacture, and methods for improving the breathing of individuals are provided. The strips and dilators include an elongated substrate, with or without a dilating component or portion, having top and bottom surfaces and ... | 03/14/2006 |
| 7004165 | Nose filter A filtering apparatus fits adjacent to the nostrils and nose of the user and includes a rigid base for retaining a filtering material thereon through which the user may breathe. The filter material takes the form of an open-cell foam, in the form of a pad, which is ... | 02/28/2006 |
| 7000611 | Mouthpiece, nasal seal, head appliance, apparatus, and methods of treating sleep apnea A CPAP device and a method for treating sleep apnea use a head appliance with an oral adaptor comprising a tube partially inserted in a person's mouth and a diaphragm applied over the tube against the mouth, such that the lips are formed into a tight seal with the t... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6971387 | Personal air purifier A personal air purifier employs tapered reticulated foam semi-cylinders sized to be closely received within a user's nostrils through slight expansion of the nostril. The semi-cylinders include a flat base and a spherical shaped surface at a distal end with flattene... | 12/06/2005 |
| 6802315 | Vapor deposition treated electret filter media A vapor phase treated electret filter media includes an additive or mixtures thereof that enhance the charge stability of the media. The filter media achieves acceptable alpha values for a range of filtration challenges without significant decay in alpha values over... | 10/12/2004 |
| 6789543 | Assisted breathing device and method of wearing same There is disclosed an improved breathing assistance device. The breathing assistance device comprises a nasal mask, an upper mouth piece and a frame attached to the upper mouth piece. The frame and nasal mask are arranged such that, when the device is worn by a user... | 09/14/2004 |
| 6752149 | Nasal mask with replaceable filter A breathing filter with a nose mask, strap(s), and a filter member. The strap(s) are elastic, and serve to hold the nose mask over the user's nose. The filter member is a plug-in device allowing removal of the filter member and replacement of the filter member cartr... | 06/22/2004 |
| 6684882 | Respirator A respirator for enabling a wearer to inhale filtered air through the wearer's nostrils comprising an elongate breathing tube, an air-purifying element disposed in fluidic engagement with the elongate breathing tube, and first and second nasal inserts dis... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6662803 | Nasal mask A CPAP system is described for improved respiratory therapy of patients. In particular a patient interface is disclosed with an outlet vent with lower noise levels and more diffused outlet flow over prior art outlet vents. The outlet vent includes a main ... | 12/16/2003 |
| 6581602 | Nasal mask and mask cushion therefor A nasal cushion (30) comprises a substantially triangularly shaped frame (32) from which extends a membrane (34). The frame (32) has a scalloped edge (36) by which the cushion (30) is affixed to a mask body. The membrane (34) has an aperture (38) into whi... | 06/24/2003 |
| 6564800 | Nasal air passage device A nasal air passage device is provided that includes connected tubes for insertion into the nostrils. The tubes support the nostrils' interior walls, allowing an increased amount of air to pass through the nostrils, particularly during sleep. Each tube ha... | 05/20/2003 |
| 6439235 | Oxygen therapy equipment with a device for respiratory assistance without a nose tube A portable device for administering a gas. The device can supply at least one nostril of a user with at least part of a gas. The device includes at least one gas distribution nozzle and a support, with which the at least one gas distribution nozzle is sup... | 08/27/2002 |
| 6435181 | Respiratory mask with adjustable exhaust vent A nasal mask for use in respiratory therapy is provided with one or more vent ports which are adjustable for directing vented air in a direction which is most comfortable to the patient. By providing adjustable vent ports, the patient can adjust the direc... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6357440 | Pliable respiratory mask A pliable respiratory mask is provided according to the invention. The pliable respiratory mask includes a mask shell adapted to fit over a portion of a face of a person, the mask shell being formed of a pliable material selected from the group consisting... | 03/19/2002 |
| 6357441 | Nasal mask and mask cushion therefor A nasal cushion (30) comprises a substantially triangularly shaped frame (32) from which extends a membrane (34). The frame (32) has a scalloped edge (36) by which the cushion (30) is affixed to a mask body. The membrane (34) has an aperture (38) into whi... | 03/19/2002 |
| 6341606 | Disposable respiratory mask with adhesive skin interface A disposable respiratory mask is provided according to the invention. The disposable respiratory mask includes a bag having a first opening and a second opening and may have an optional vent hole, adhesive strips around a perimeter of the first opening, t... | 01/29/2002 |
| 6213121 | Nasal filtration system The present invention relates to a semi-removable nasal air cleaning system comprising of a surgically implanted portion including three sleeves implanted into the movable septum, a pair of stabilizer plates to distribute the stresses, and a septum stud d... | 04/10/2001 |
| 6182659 | Virus-removing filter A virus-removing filter using, as a virus-capturing body, at least one kind of Streptococcus agalactiae type II culture and Type II polysaccharide.... | 02/06/2001 |
| 6098624 | Simple mask for protection of respiratory system A simple, inexpensive mask which is generally not bulky, and quite easy to handle, and is applicable to a limited portion of the face. The mask is configured to accommodate various sizes and shapes of nostril openings. The mask includes an air filter havi... | 08/08/2000 |
| 6019101 | Nasal air mask Disclosed is a novel improved nasal mask useful for patients suffering from respiratory ailments such as sleep apnea syndrome. The mask includes a shell having a contoured portion circumscribing the nasal area and side wings through which a retention stra... | 02/01/2000 |
| 5887587 | Facial mask for respiratory apparatus A facial mask for use in medical respiratory treatments such as sleep apnea CPAP therapy. The mask includes a preferably transparent front plate to which is attached a skirt of flexible material adapted to sealingly impinge on the face of a patient. The m... | 03/30/1999 |
| 5740798 | Disposable nasal band filter The invention relates to a disposable nasal band filter (20) to be applied to a user's nose having a filter element (22) which seals around and surrounds the nostrils and two sheer adhesive strips (24a,24b) which overlap the filter element and adhere to a... | 04/21/1998 |
| 5715814 | Respiration mask An individual mask for artificial respiration of a patient has a mask body ridging the nose of the patient at least in the area of the nostrils. The mask body has a hollow bead filled with an elastically yielding material for shaping the bead to match the ... | 02/10/1998 |
| 5657752 | Nasal positive airway pressure mask and method A nasal positive airway pressure mask is provided having a variable orifice venting aperture member. The variable orifice venting aperture member preferably is mounted to the mask frame, but may be mounted at other locations. The variable orifice vent ape... | 08/19/1997 |
| 5558089 | Respirator nose clip A nose clip 12 useful for fitting a respirator 10 over a person's nose. The nose clip 12 includes a non-linear strip 18 that has first and second wings 20 and 22 and a midsection 24. There are first, second, and third inflections 26, 28, and 30 disposed, ... | 09/24/1996 |
| 5526806 | Non-invasive nasal cannula An improved non-invasive nasal cannula having an enlarged orifice for delivering a stream of oxygen to a patient's nasal passages. The cannula structure has means for directing substantially the entire stream of oxygen toward the patient's nasal passages ... | 06/18/1996 |
| 5485836 | Nose worn air filter The invention is a device which attaches to the nose and filters the air a person breathes through the nostrils of the nose. The filter element of the device covers the nostrils and base of the nose. Thus, the remainder of the face is uncovered. The devic... | 01/23/1996 |
