Patent ID: 8960195
Filing Date: 2015-02-24
Classification: A61B,A61M

Abstract:
1. A face mask for delivering breathable gas to a patient, comprising: a concave mask body having a peripheral edge, an outer surface, and an inner surface defining a cavity, adapted to fit over the mouth and at least the lower region of the nose of the patient; at least one diaphragm, wherein each one of said at least one diaphragm is sealed by a continuous, perforatable, modifiable membrane from which an instrument-access port can be manually constructed, wherein said modifiable membrane is configured with a first tearing-facilitating section adapted to be arranged over the mouth and a separate second tearing-facilitating section adapted to be arranged over a lower region of the nose of the patient; and a standard oxygen tube connector configured to allow a tube delivering breathable gas to be attached.