Patient interface systems
First Claim
1. A patient interface system for delivering a flow of breathable gas to a patient, comprising:
- a patient interface support structure configured to be connected to a hose that delivers the flow of breathable gas;
a pair of nasal pillows supported by the patient interface support structure, wherein each nasal pillow is configured to seal against an interior of the patient'"'"'s nares;
a support member configured to engage a bridge of the patient'"'"'s nose; and
a connecting member configured to connect the support member and the patient interface support structure,wherein said pair of nasal pillows is selectively repositionable in a plurality of positions relative to the support member while remaining engaged with the patient'"'"'s nares.
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Abstract
A patient interface system for delivering a flow of breathable gas to a patient includes a patient interface structure configured to sealingly engage the face of the patient and a retaining element configured for application to the patient. The retaining element is configured to support the patient interface structure in sealing engagement with the face of the patient. The retaining element includes an adhesive and/or at least one strap. In addition, the patient interface structure is configured to be released from and re-engaged with the retaining element for re-positioning of the patient interface structure relative to the patient'"'"'s face in a plurality of positions while the retaining element remains supported by the patient.
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1. A patient interface system for delivering a flow of breathable gas to a patient, comprising:
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a patient interface support structure configured to be connected to a hose that delivers the flow of breathable gas; a pair of nasal pillows supported by the patient interface support structure, wherein each nasal pillow is configured to seal against an interior of the patient'"'"'s nares; a support member configured to engage a bridge of the patient'"'"'s nose; and a connecting member configured to connect the support member and the patient interface support structure, wherein said pair of nasal pillows is selectively repositionable in a plurality of positions relative to the support member while remaining engaged with the patient'"'"'s nares. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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