Tracheal tube apparatus

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APP PUB NO 20080099025A1
SERIAL NO

11976971

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An arrangement for automatic suctioning above the cuff of a tracheal tube has a suction lumen extending along the tube and opening at one end at an opening on the outside of the tube just above the cuff. A suction line connects with the other end of the lumen and extends to a source of suction. A timer is connected in the line, between the tube and the suction source. The timer may be clockwork and is arranged to prevent suctioning flow along the suction line except for short periods, so that secretions that collect above the cuff are suctioned periodically without the need for intervention by a nurse or clinician.

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SMITHS GROUP PLCLONDON LONDON LONDON

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
MacMillan, Nicholas Paul Dover, GB 3 49

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