Pressure-attached presenting part fetal pulse oximetry sensor

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5776058
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08701351

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A presenting part fetal pulse oximeter sensor which does not penetrate the fetus' skin, and does not rely on a vacuum for attachment is provided. The fetal sensor of the present invention is held in place by pressure applied to the fetus by a number of different mechanisms. In one embodiment, the sensor is held in place against the fetus by a rigid rod, with the pressure being applied by the physician or technician's hand on the rod. This type of a sensor is useful for spot-checking, where continuous monitoring is not needed. In another embodiment, a pre-loaded spring is coupled between the rod and the sensor head to prevent too much pressure being applied by the user.

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  • NELLCOR PURITAN BENNETT INCORPORATED

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Levinson, Mitchell Pleasanton, CA 48 6301
Nierlich, Steven L San Leandro, CA 5 571
Palmer, Phillip S San Leandro, CA 11 1331
Warring, Jessica Millbrae, CA 4 810

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