Patent ID: 7318437
Filing Date: 2008-01-15
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
1. A mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient, comprising: a frame including a central portion, first side portion provided to a first lateral side of the central portion, and a second side portion provided to second lateral side of the central portion; a sealing member provided to the central portion of the frame adapted to form a seal with the patient's nose in use; first and second inlet conduits, each inlet conduit having a first end and a second end; first and second angled connectors, the first angled connector provided between the first end of the first inlet conduit and the first side portion of the frame, and the second angled connector provided between the first end of the second inlet conduit and the second side portion of the frame; a generally Y-shaped connector that interconnects the inlet conduits with a supply of breathable gas, the Y-shaped connector including a first connector portion to engage the second end of the first inlet conduit and a second connector portion to engage the second end of the second inlet conduit, the first connector portion being angled with respect to the second connector portion; and a headgear assembly to support the frame and the sealing member in a desired position on the patient's face, the headgear assembly including a pair of straps and a rear portion, wherein the sealing member is removably coupled to the central portion of the frame.