摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To solve a common problem in nasal assemblies, that is, patient's comfort. <P>SOLUTION: This nasal assembly 10 for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame 16 having an integrally formed first connector portion 24. A nozzle assembly 18 includes a gusset or base portion 48 and a pair of nozzles 50. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions 26 are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly 20 is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT |