Method and apparatus for improved fetus contact with fetal probe

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5377675
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07904418

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The present invention provides a method and apparatus for improved fetal contact with a fetal probe. The easily insertable probe includes a means for adjusting the position of the probe so that a sensor makes firm contact with the fetus. In one embodiment, the position is adjusted via a biasing segment of the probe which rotates about a fulcrum. In another embodiment, the position is adjusted via a bladder.

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  • NELLCOR PURITAN BENNETT INCORPORATED

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Casciani, James R Cupertino, CA 16 2384
Ruskewicz, Stephen J Kensington, CA 20 1717

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