Mask and vent assembly therefor
AssigneeResMed Limited
InventorPhilip R. Kwok
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Abstract
A mask (10) for use with a system for supplying breathable gas pressurised above atmospheric pressure to a human or animal's airways. The mask (10) includes a mask shell (12) which is, in use, in fluid communication with a gas supply conduit (30), and a gas washout vent assembly (20). At least the region of the mask shell (12) or conduit (30) surrounding or adjacent the vent assembly is formed from a relatively flexible elastomeric material.
Claims17
A mask for use with a system for supplying breathable gas pressurised above atmospheric pressure to a human or animal's airways, the mask includes a mask shell which is, in use, in fluid communication with a gas supply conduit, and a gas washout vent assembly, wherein at least the region of the mask shell or conduit surrounding or adjacent the vent assembly is formed from a relatively flexible elastomeric material.
A vent assembly for the washout of as from a mask or conduit used with a system for supplying breathable gas pressurized above atmospheric pressure to a human or animal, wherein the vent assembly is formed from a relatively flexible elastomeric material.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.