Patent ID: 8042539
Filing Date: 2011-10-25
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
1. A respiration assist mask comprising: a ventilation interface defining a gas entry port to be connected to a positive gas pressure source supplying a gas to said ventilation interface, said ventilation interface comprises at least two walls extending about a periphery of said ventilation interface wherein a first wall is positioned a distance away from a second wall such that a groove is defined therebetween; a cushioned facial interface comprising a face contacting periphery, and a non-face contacting upper surface that has at least one orifice defined on said non-face contacting upper surface, and further comprising an edge extending from said cushioned facial interface, said edge is sized and shaped to be positioned within said groove to facilitate removably coupling said cushioned facial interface to said ventilation interface; and a nasal interface coupled with said at least one orifice.