EP0533371A2
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Introducer for trachealtube
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1992-09-01
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Granted: —
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Expires: 2012-09-01
Abstract
Abstract An introducer (2) for use in the insertion of an airway (20) comprises a bendable plastics channel which extends from the teeth and is curved to lie against the hard palate. The introducer (2) protects delicate tissue and guides the airway during insertion. A flange (10) and a finger grip (15) project from the airway where it protrudes from the mouth.
Inventors
- 👤 John Dingley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
EP
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 09:58
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61M; A61M16/00; A61M16/04; A61M16/0488; A61M16/0402; A61M16/0409
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
79 words
A medico-surgical device for facilitating insertion of a tube or similar device to the pharynx, characterised in that the device comprises a member (2) that is curved along a major part of its length and extends from the teeth (31) of the patient to the region of the pharynx such that, in use, the device lies adjacent the hard palate (30) of the mouth and protects the hard palate and pharynx from damage during insertion of the tube (20).
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
48 words
A medico-surgical device according to Claim 1, characterised in that the curved member (2) is of channel shape with the channel opening on the inner side of the curve such that the inner surface of the device provides a guide along which the tube (20) can be inserted.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
A medico-surgical device according to Claim 1 or 2, characterised in that the device is of a bendable material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A medico-surgical device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the device (20) is of a plastics.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
37 words
A medico-surgical device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the device has a flange (10) at one end which is adapted, in use, to lie against the lips (33) of the patient.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
A medico-surgical device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that the device has a finger grip (15) at the end close to the teeth.
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