Patent ID: 6519487
Filing Date: 2003-02-11
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
A reusable pulse oximeter sensor and disposable bandage apparatus, comprising:a) a reusable pulse oximeter probe assembly with at least one light emitting diode and one photocell detector wherein said detector and emitter are incorporated into plastic housings, one housing having an aperture or radiation transparent window aligned with said emitter and the other housing having an aperture or radiation transparent window aligned with said detector; b) at least one bandage strip having adhesive on at least a portion of at least one face thereof and at least two receptacles mounted thereon, each receptacle having at least one aperture or radiation transparent window located therein; wherein said probe housings can matedly engage said bandage receptacles, and transmit and receive light through the apertures or radiation transparent windows of said mated housings and receptacles, and through the appendage of a patient.