Surgery table apparatus

摘要

A surgery table utilizing first and second sections which are hingedly attached to one another. First and second sections are also connected to supports apart from the hinged portion. An elevator moves one of the sections upwardly and downwardly at the support. The resultant position of the frame formed by the first and second sections may take the configuration of a flat surface or an upwardly or downwardly oriented “vee”.

主权项

1. A patient support apparatus for supporting a patient during a medical procedure, the apparatus comprising:
a) a patient support structure consisting of first and second open frame sections and a hinge, the first and second frame sections coupled at outer ends to supports and coupled at inner ends to the hinge; b) a chest platform slidingly mounted on the first open frame section for receiving an upper portion of the patient, wherein the chest platform is prevented from freely sliding on the first open frame section and is configured to slide only when the first and second frame sections articulate about the hinge, c) a chest support coupled to the chest platform; and d) a hip support coupled to the second open frame section.