APPARATUS FOR SEALING THE OESOPHAGUS AND PROVIDING ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION

摘要

Apparatus for use in artificial respiration comprising an elongated member designed to be inserted into the oesophagus and having an expandable inflatable element which can be operated externally after insertion in order to close the oesophagus to prevent inflation or aspiration of the stomach. The apparatus preferably includes a tubular airway in combination with the elongated member, with discharge openings to allow air to be introduced into the patient's respiratory passages and lungs. The expandible element may be mechanically operated.