Patent ID: 11648363

Abstract:
A positive pressure ventilation apparatus may include a positive pressure mask; a positive pressure source; and an exhalation filter. The positive pressure mask may include a mask body having a patient-contact perimeter and including a flexible concertinaed portion of uniform flexion continuously around the mask body. The flexible concertinaed portion may include a plurality of ridges. The positive pressure mask may further include a gas inlet to the mask body configured to be connected to the positive-pressure source; and an adhesive seal positioned at the patient-contact perimeter which may be positioned at the outermost portion of the patient contact perimeter. The adhesive seal may comprise one or more layers. Each layer may include one or more cover members, each of which may include at least one removable tab; and at least one perforation. Each layer may further include a dual-sided form carrier with adhesive material on one or both sides.