Robert Lewis Whited

US Patent:

45386064, Sep 3, 1985

Filed:

Dec 10, 1982

Appl. No.:

6/448632

Inventors:

Robert E. Whited - Cincinnati OH

International Classification:

A61M 2500

US Classification:

12820715

Abstract:

An endotracheal device comprises an air tube adapted to be inserted through the oral or nasal passage and into the trachea to provide an air passage for respirating a patient. The air tube includes an inflatable cuff mounted at the distal end, and a membrane containing a cushioning material disposed along the air tube adjacent the cuff in a position to prevent direct contact between the air tube and the cricoarytenoid joint and its surrounding tissues.