Multi-layer pneumostoma management system and methods for treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8365722
APP PUB NO 20090205649A1
SERIAL NO

12388468

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A flexible pneumostoma management device maintains the patency of a pneumostoma while controlling the flow of material through the pneumostoma. The pneumostoma management device includes a pneumostoma vent having a tube which enters the pneumostoma to allow gases to escape the lung, a flange and a filter/valve to control flow of materials through the tube. The flange is a thin flexible patch comprises of multiple thin layers of materials and which conforms and attaches to the chest of the patient. The flange includes a filter, a protective outer layer and an inner hydrocolloid layer. The flange secures the tube in position in the pneumostoma.

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PORTAERO INC21631 STEVENS CREEK BLVD SUITE A CUPERTINO CA 95015

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Plough, David C Portola Valley, US 28 1386
Tanaka, Don Saratoga, US 93 12280
Wiesman, Joshua P Boston, US 31 1570

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