CA2294260A1 - An apparatus for supplying breathable gas - Google Patents
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Abstract
An apparatus (10) for supplying breathable gas. The apparatus (10) includes a flow generator (12), a gas outlet (14), a connection means (21) interposed between the flow generator (12) and the pressure sensing means (20), the connection means having a connecting inlet (22) and a connecting outlet (24), a pressure sensing means (20) interposed between the connecting outlet (24) and the gas outlet (14). The connecting means (21) is adapted to allow selective connection to either a duct member (30) providing a direct flow path from the connecting inlet (22) to the connecting outlet (24) or to a humidifier (26) interposed between the connecting inlet (22) and the connecting outlet (24).
Description
-I-AN APPARATUS FOR SUPPLYING BREATHABLE GAS
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an apparatus for supplying breathable gas.
The present invention has been developed primarily for use in Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) treatment of, for example, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in which pressurised air is supplied to a patient's airways to pneumatically splint them open. The pressure of the gas supplied to the patient can be constant, bi-level (in synchronism with patient breathing} or auto-setting in level. Throughout this specification any reference to CPAP is intended to incorporate a reference to any one ~o of, or combinations of, these forms of pressurised gas supply.
The invention is also suitable for supplying gas for assisted respiration or mechanical ventilation.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Some people find breathing the cool, dry air produced by the flow generator of ~ s a gas supplying apparatus uncomfortable, leading to possible lack of treatment compliance. It can also cause a dry or runny nose. This problem can be ameliorated by placing a humidifier in the gas flow path between the flow generator and the patient to moisturise the gas supplied to the patient. A humidifier basically is a reservoir of water over the surface of which the pressurised breathable gas flows. The water can be 2o heated (known as an "active" humidifier) or unheated (known as "passive "}.
In some gas supply apparatus, in particular those used in CPAP treatment, it is desirable or necessary to monitor the pressure of the gas being supplied at the mask worn on the patient's face. This is generally done by monitoring the pressure at the flow generator with an electronic pressure transducer and then compensating for the zs known flow characteristics of the delivery tube and mask by calibration to determine the mask treatment pressure.
However, if a humidifier is placed between the flow generator and the mask (downstream of the pressure transducer) its pneumatic impedance of the gas flow may result in large pressure swings and the introduction of errors into the mask pressure 3o calculation. Moreover, if the pressure signal is used to measure snore as an indication of partial apnea, the humidifier may muffle the snore component thereby reducing the accuracy of the snore measurement.
It is known to ameliorate these problems by using a hollow cylindrical plug having a pressure sensing port connected by a flexible tube to a pressure transducer s5 mounted within the housing that contains the flow generator. If the apparatus is used without a humidifier the plug has one end connected directly to the flow generator outlet and the other connected to the mask supply tube inlet. When a humidifier is used, the humidifier inlet is connected to the flow generator outlet and the humidifier outlet is connected to one end of the plug. The other end of the plug remains connected to the mask supply tube inlet. In this way, the pressure monitored by the pressure transducer is downstream of the humidifier and not affected by its alteration of the gas supply path.
However, this apparatus suffers from several problems. Firstly, the usage of the plug and associated tube is messy and unsightly. Further, the tube is thin and prone to kinking and/or squashing leading to inaccuracies in pressure measurement.
Also, if i o the tube is removed and inadvertently replaced with a tube of different length or diameter, the accuracy of the mask pressure calculation is adversely affected.
Finally, the apparatus suffers from the possibility that the humidifier or plug may be incorrectly installed, particularly when used by patients in the home and/or with humidifiers manufactured by a third party.
The above disadvantages may be ameliorated by incorporating a humidifier into the housing that contains the flow generator. However, this is uneconomical as many patients do not require this feature.
Accordingly, there exists a need for an apparatus for supplying breathable gas which can be easily and simply connected to a humidifier and which may also be Zo quickly and simply configured to function without a humidifier, in which gas supply pressure is sensed downstream of the humidifier, if present.
The present invention is directed towards achieving one or more of these needs and, in particular, to substantially overcoming or at least ameliorating one or more of the disadvantages of the existing apparatus described above.
Accordingly, in the first aspect, the present invention discloses an apparatus for supplying breathable gas, the apparatus includes:
a flow generator;
a gas outlet;
so a connection means interposed between the flow generator and the gas outlet, the connection means having a connection inlet and a connection outlet; and a pressure sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet, wherein the connection means is adapted to allow selective connection to either a duct member providing a direct flow path from the connection inlet to the connection ss outlet or to a humidifier interposed between the connection inlet and the connection outlet.
The connection inlet receives gas from the flow generator. The connection outlet receives gas from the humidifier or the duct member, as the case may be.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an apparatus for supplying breathable gas.
The present invention has been developed primarily for use in Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) treatment of, for example, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in which pressurised air is supplied to a patient's airways to pneumatically splint them open. The pressure of the gas supplied to the patient can be constant, bi-level (in synchronism with patient breathing} or auto-setting in level. Throughout this specification any reference to CPAP is intended to incorporate a reference to any one ~o of, or combinations of, these forms of pressurised gas supply.
The invention is also suitable for supplying gas for assisted respiration or mechanical ventilation.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Some people find breathing the cool, dry air produced by the flow generator of ~ s a gas supplying apparatus uncomfortable, leading to possible lack of treatment compliance. It can also cause a dry or runny nose. This problem can be ameliorated by placing a humidifier in the gas flow path between the flow generator and the patient to moisturise the gas supplied to the patient. A humidifier basically is a reservoir of water over the surface of which the pressurised breathable gas flows. The water can be 2o heated (known as an "active" humidifier) or unheated (known as "passive "}.
In some gas supply apparatus, in particular those used in CPAP treatment, it is desirable or necessary to monitor the pressure of the gas being supplied at the mask worn on the patient's face. This is generally done by monitoring the pressure at the flow generator with an electronic pressure transducer and then compensating for the zs known flow characteristics of the delivery tube and mask by calibration to determine the mask treatment pressure.
However, if a humidifier is placed between the flow generator and the mask (downstream of the pressure transducer) its pneumatic impedance of the gas flow may result in large pressure swings and the introduction of errors into the mask pressure 3o calculation. Moreover, if the pressure signal is used to measure snore as an indication of partial apnea, the humidifier may muffle the snore component thereby reducing the accuracy of the snore measurement.
It is known to ameliorate these problems by using a hollow cylindrical plug having a pressure sensing port connected by a flexible tube to a pressure transducer s5 mounted within the housing that contains the flow generator. If the apparatus is used without a humidifier the plug has one end connected directly to the flow generator outlet and the other connected to the mask supply tube inlet. When a humidifier is used, the humidifier inlet is connected to the flow generator outlet and the humidifier outlet is connected to one end of the plug. The other end of the plug remains connected to the mask supply tube inlet. In this way, the pressure monitored by the pressure transducer is downstream of the humidifier and not affected by its alteration of the gas supply path.
However, this apparatus suffers from several problems. Firstly, the usage of the plug and associated tube is messy and unsightly. Further, the tube is thin and prone to kinking and/or squashing leading to inaccuracies in pressure measurement.
Also, if i o the tube is removed and inadvertently replaced with a tube of different length or diameter, the accuracy of the mask pressure calculation is adversely affected.
Finally, the apparatus suffers from the possibility that the humidifier or plug may be incorrectly installed, particularly when used by patients in the home and/or with humidifiers manufactured by a third party.
The above disadvantages may be ameliorated by incorporating a humidifier into the housing that contains the flow generator. However, this is uneconomical as many patients do not require this feature.
Accordingly, there exists a need for an apparatus for supplying breathable gas which can be easily and simply connected to a humidifier and which may also be Zo quickly and simply configured to function without a humidifier, in which gas supply pressure is sensed downstream of the humidifier, if present.
The present invention is directed towards achieving one or more of these needs and, in particular, to substantially overcoming or at least ameliorating one or more of the disadvantages of the existing apparatus described above.
Accordingly, in the first aspect, the present invention discloses an apparatus for supplying breathable gas, the apparatus includes:
a flow generator;
a gas outlet;
so a connection means interposed between the flow generator and the gas outlet, the connection means having a connection inlet and a connection outlet; and a pressure sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet, wherein the connection means is adapted to allow selective connection to either a duct member providing a direct flow path from the connection inlet to the connection ss outlet or to a humidifier interposed between the connection inlet and the connection outlet.
The connection inlet receives gas from the flow generator. The connection outlet receives gas from the humidifier or the duct member, as the case may be.
Preferably, the breathable gas is air.
Desirably, the apparatus is connected by a gas supply tube to a patient "mask"
to provide CPAP treatment, assisted respiration or mechanical ventilation.
Mask varieties include nose masks, mouth masks, combination nose and mouth masks, nasal s prongs, nasal pillows and full face masks.
The pressure sensing means is preferably an electronic pressure transducer.
The connection inlet and the connection outlet may be identical or may be different, for example in cross-sectional shape or diameter, in order to avoid incorrect installation of the duct member or the humidifier.
~ o Preferably, the connection inlet and the connection outlet are recessed behind the outer edge of the casing or housing of the apparatus. In an embodiment, the duct member is in the form of a substantially U-shaped pipe adapted to connect the connection inlet and the connection outlet. The pipe preferably has an outer panel attached thereto which, upon installation, is substantially flush with adjacent outer ~ s panels of the casing or housing. In a preferred form the U-shaped pipe is comprised of two joined sections encased in a shape having a snap-engageable base and lid.
The humidifier can include a heater (ie. active) or be unheated (ie. passive).
In an embodiment, the apparatus also includes a gas flow rate sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet. In one form, the gas flow zo rate sensing means is a pressure differential flow sensor communicating with two pressure ports, the ports being respectively disposed on opposite sides of a flow impedance. In a preferred form, one of the pressure ports, preferably the port closest to the gas outlet, also communicates with the pressure sensing means.
The duct-member, and other components in the gas path, are desirably z5 produced from antimicrobial materials. The duct member, and other components in the gas path, are also desirably disposable.
In a second aspect, the present invention discloses a CPAP treatment device incorporating the apparatus of the first aspect.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
so A preferred embodiment of the invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
Fig. 1 is a partial sectional schematic plan view of a first embodiment of a breathable gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a humidifier;
Fig. 2 is a~ view similar to Fig. l, but showing the apparatus connected to a 35 duct member;
Fig. 3 is a partial sectional schematic plan view of a second embodiment of a breathable gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a humidifier;
Desirably, the apparatus is connected by a gas supply tube to a patient "mask"
to provide CPAP treatment, assisted respiration or mechanical ventilation.
Mask varieties include nose masks, mouth masks, combination nose and mouth masks, nasal s prongs, nasal pillows and full face masks.
The pressure sensing means is preferably an electronic pressure transducer.
The connection inlet and the connection outlet may be identical or may be different, for example in cross-sectional shape or diameter, in order to avoid incorrect installation of the duct member or the humidifier.
~ o Preferably, the connection inlet and the connection outlet are recessed behind the outer edge of the casing or housing of the apparatus. In an embodiment, the duct member is in the form of a substantially U-shaped pipe adapted to connect the connection inlet and the connection outlet. The pipe preferably has an outer panel attached thereto which, upon installation, is substantially flush with adjacent outer ~ s panels of the casing or housing. In a preferred form the U-shaped pipe is comprised of two joined sections encased in a shape having a snap-engageable base and lid.
The humidifier can include a heater (ie. active) or be unheated (ie. passive).
In an embodiment, the apparatus also includes a gas flow rate sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet. In one form, the gas flow zo rate sensing means is a pressure differential flow sensor communicating with two pressure ports, the ports being respectively disposed on opposite sides of a flow impedance. In a preferred form, one of the pressure ports, preferably the port closest to the gas outlet, also communicates with the pressure sensing means.
The duct-member, and other components in the gas path, are desirably z5 produced from antimicrobial materials. The duct member, and other components in the gas path, are also desirably disposable.
In a second aspect, the present invention discloses a CPAP treatment device incorporating the apparatus of the first aspect.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
so A preferred embodiment of the invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which:
Fig. 1 is a partial sectional schematic plan view of a first embodiment of a breathable gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a humidifier;
Fig. 2 is a~ view similar to Fig. l, but showing the apparatus connected to a 35 duct member;
Fig. 3 is a partial sectional schematic plan view of a second embodiment of a breathable gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a humidifier;
Fig. 4 is a view similar to Fig. 3, but showing the apparatus connected to a duct member;
Fig. 5 is a partial perspective view of the chassis of a third embodiment of a gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a duct member;
Fig. 6 is a view similar to Fig. 5 with the lid of the duct member removed;
Fig. 7 is a view similar to Fig. 5 with the duct member removed;
Fig. 8 is an exploded perspective view of the duct member shown in Fig. 5;
Fig. 9 is a schematic front view of another embodiment of the connection inlet and outlet; and ~ o Fig. 10 is a schematic front view of a further embodiment of the connection inlet and outlet.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Referring to the Figs. 1 and 2, there is partially shown a first embodiment of an apparatus 10 for supplying breathable gas according to the invention. The apparatus ~ s 10 includes a flow generator 12 and a breathable gas outlet 14. The breathable gas outlet 14 is connected by a flexible gas supply tube 16 to a face mask 18 worn by a patient (not shown). A connection means, indicated generally at 21, is disposed between the pressure transducer 20 and the flow generator 12 and includes a connection inlet 22 and a connection outlet 24. A pressure sensing means, in the form of a Zo pressure transducer 20 connected to a port tapping 23, is disposed between the connection outlet 24 the gas outlet 14.
In Fig. 1, the connection inlet 22 is shown connected to the inlet tube 25 of a humidifier 26. The connection outlet 24 is connected to the outlet tube 28 of the humidifier 26. Thus, the pressure transducer 20 measures the gas supply pressure 25 downstream of the humidifier 26 and is not affected any pneumatic impedance it introduces.
In Fig. 2, the apparatus 10 is shown configured without the humidifier 26. In this configuration, a duct member in the form of a substantially U-shaped pipe provides a direct gas flow path from the connection inlet 22 to the connection outlet 24.
ao The main advantages of the apparatus are two-fold. Firstly, if a humidifier is used, gas supply pressure is measured downstream thereof and thus includes any pressure swings or variations introduced by the humidifier. Secondly, the apparatus can be quickly and easily converted between including, or not including, a humidifier in the gas supply path.
35 In the embodiment shown, the inlet 22 and outlet 24 are recessed behind the external boundary of the casing or housing 32 of the apparatus 10. The duct member 30 includes a panel 34 which, upon installation, is substantially flush with the casing 32 thereby providing a neat appearance to the apparatus 10.
Fig. 5 is a partial perspective view of the chassis of a third embodiment of a gas supply apparatus according to the invention connected to a duct member;
Fig. 6 is a view similar to Fig. 5 with the lid of the duct member removed;
Fig. 7 is a view similar to Fig. 5 with the duct member removed;
Fig. 8 is an exploded perspective view of the duct member shown in Fig. 5;
Fig. 9 is a schematic front view of another embodiment of the connection inlet and outlet; and ~ o Fig. 10 is a schematic front view of a further embodiment of the connection inlet and outlet.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Referring to the Figs. 1 and 2, there is partially shown a first embodiment of an apparatus 10 for supplying breathable gas according to the invention. The apparatus ~ s 10 includes a flow generator 12 and a breathable gas outlet 14. The breathable gas outlet 14 is connected by a flexible gas supply tube 16 to a face mask 18 worn by a patient (not shown). A connection means, indicated generally at 21, is disposed between the pressure transducer 20 and the flow generator 12 and includes a connection inlet 22 and a connection outlet 24. A pressure sensing means, in the form of a Zo pressure transducer 20 connected to a port tapping 23, is disposed between the connection outlet 24 the gas outlet 14.
In Fig. 1, the connection inlet 22 is shown connected to the inlet tube 25 of a humidifier 26. The connection outlet 24 is connected to the outlet tube 28 of the humidifier 26. Thus, the pressure transducer 20 measures the gas supply pressure 25 downstream of the humidifier 26 and is not affected any pneumatic impedance it introduces.
In Fig. 2, the apparatus 10 is shown configured without the humidifier 26. In this configuration, a duct member in the form of a substantially U-shaped pipe provides a direct gas flow path from the connection inlet 22 to the connection outlet 24.
ao The main advantages of the apparatus are two-fold. Firstly, if a humidifier is used, gas supply pressure is measured downstream thereof and thus includes any pressure swings or variations introduced by the humidifier. Secondly, the apparatus can be quickly and easily converted between including, or not including, a humidifier in the gas supply path.
35 In the embodiment shown, the inlet 22 and outlet 24 are recessed behind the external boundary of the casing or housing 32 of the apparatus 10. The duct member 30 includes a panel 34 which, upon installation, is substantially flush with the casing 32 thereby providing a neat appearance to the apparatus 10.
Figs. 3 and 4 show a second embodiment of an apparatus 40 for supplying breathable gas according to the invention. Like reference numerals to those used in describing the first embodiment will be used to denote like feature with respect to the second embodiment.
The apparatus 40 includes a gas flow rate sensing means in the form of a pressure differential flow sensor 41 communicating with pressure tappings 42 and 44 provided either side of a flow impeding orifice 46.
Flow impedance can also be accomplished by providing a straw bundle, flexible membrane, vortex former or the like between the tappings 42 and 44.
~ o Pressure measurement can be performed by using a separate pressure sensing means (not shown), such as the pressure transducer 20 and the tapping 23 from the first embodiment, or by measuring the pressure at one of the ports 42 or 44. The port 44 is preferable because it is closer to the gas supply conduit 16.
Figs. 5 to 8 show a third embodiment of an apparatus 60 for supplying i s breathable gas according to the invention. Like reference numerals to those used in describing the first embodiment will again be used to denote like features with respect to the third embodiment.
Figs. 5 to 7 show a mounting chassis 62 of the apparatus 60 with the upper external lid or cover removed. A pressure transducer (not shown) communicates with zo the supplied gas at port 64 provided in outlet tube 66. The tube 66 terminates in spigot 68 which is adapted for connecting to the gas supply conduit (not shown).
The chassis 62 includes a recess at 70 for fitment of a flow meter (not shown).
A suitable flow meter is shown as item 50 in Figs. 6 to 10 of the applicant's international PCT patent application No. PCT/AU98/00082, the relevant disclosure of Zs which is hereby incorporated by cross-reference. The flow meter shown in PCT/AU98/00082 includes a gas outlet in the form of a cylindrical tube (shown as item 58) which is positionable to protrude through U-shaped cut-out 72 (see Fig. 7) to constitute the connection inlet in a similar manner to the connection outlet 24 shown protruding from back wall 74 of chassis recess 76.
so In this embodiment, the duct member 30 is comprised of two ABS plastic 90°
tubes 77 connected by a DYNAFLEX (Trade Mark) thermoplastic elastomer connector produced by the GLS Corporation of OHIO, USA. Ends 78 and 80 of the duct member 30 include silicone 'O'-rings 81 coated with paralene. The duct member 30 is mounted within a box 82 comprising a base 84 and a lid 86 which are adapted to snap engage ss with one another.
The base 84 includes a recess 88 for engaging a tongue 88 (see Fig. 7) provided in chassis recess 70 to correctly position the box 82. The lid 86 includes a protuberance 90 which snap engages a complimentary recess in the lid (not shown) of the apparatus 60 to retain the box 82 adjacent the chassis 62. The curved upper surface 92 of the box is a smooth continuation of the adjacent upper surface of the apparatus lid.
The U-shaped member 30 and the box 82 can be produced from an s antimicrobial material or be disposable to reduce the risk of infection between different users of the apparatus 60. Other components in the gas path, such as the outlet tube 66, can also be made from antimicrobial material or be disposable.
Figs. 5 and 6 show the apparatus 60 configured for use without a humidifier.
Fig. 7 shows the apparatus 60 in a configuration suitable for connection to the inlet and ~ o outlet tubes of a humidifier (after installation of the aforementioned flow sensor).
Figs. 9 and 10 show two embodiments of the connection inlet 22 and the connection outlet 24. In Fig. 9, the inlet 22 and the outlet 24 are circular but of different diameter. In Fig. 10, the inlet 22 and the outlet 24 have different cross-sectional shapes. In both cases the ends of the duct member and the humidifier inlet i s and outlet are provided with corresponding engaging formations to avoid incorrect installation. This is especially advantageous when a non-symmetrical or uni-directional humidifier is used.
Although the invention has been described with reference to a specific examples, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, that the invention can be 2o embodied in many other forms.
The apparatus 40 includes a gas flow rate sensing means in the form of a pressure differential flow sensor 41 communicating with pressure tappings 42 and 44 provided either side of a flow impeding orifice 46.
Flow impedance can also be accomplished by providing a straw bundle, flexible membrane, vortex former or the like between the tappings 42 and 44.
~ o Pressure measurement can be performed by using a separate pressure sensing means (not shown), such as the pressure transducer 20 and the tapping 23 from the first embodiment, or by measuring the pressure at one of the ports 42 or 44. The port 44 is preferable because it is closer to the gas supply conduit 16.
Figs. 5 to 8 show a third embodiment of an apparatus 60 for supplying i s breathable gas according to the invention. Like reference numerals to those used in describing the first embodiment will again be used to denote like features with respect to the third embodiment.
Figs. 5 to 7 show a mounting chassis 62 of the apparatus 60 with the upper external lid or cover removed. A pressure transducer (not shown) communicates with zo the supplied gas at port 64 provided in outlet tube 66. The tube 66 terminates in spigot 68 which is adapted for connecting to the gas supply conduit (not shown).
The chassis 62 includes a recess at 70 for fitment of a flow meter (not shown).
A suitable flow meter is shown as item 50 in Figs. 6 to 10 of the applicant's international PCT patent application No. PCT/AU98/00082, the relevant disclosure of Zs which is hereby incorporated by cross-reference. The flow meter shown in PCT/AU98/00082 includes a gas outlet in the form of a cylindrical tube (shown as item 58) which is positionable to protrude through U-shaped cut-out 72 (see Fig. 7) to constitute the connection inlet in a similar manner to the connection outlet 24 shown protruding from back wall 74 of chassis recess 76.
so In this embodiment, the duct member 30 is comprised of two ABS plastic 90°
tubes 77 connected by a DYNAFLEX (Trade Mark) thermoplastic elastomer connector produced by the GLS Corporation of OHIO, USA. Ends 78 and 80 of the duct member 30 include silicone 'O'-rings 81 coated with paralene. The duct member 30 is mounted within a box 82 comprising a base 84 and a lid 86 which are adapted to snap engage ss with one another.
The base 84 includes a recess 88 for engaging a tongue 88 (see Fig. 7) provided in chassis recess 70 to correctly position the box 82. The lid 86 includes a protuberance 90 which snap engages a complimentary recess in the lid (not shown) of the apparatus 60 to retain the box 82 adjacent the chassis 62. The curved upper surface 92 of the box is a smooth continuation of the adjacent upper surface of the apparatus lid.
The U-shaped member 30 and the box 82 can be produced from an s antimicrobial material or be disposable to reduce the risk of infection between different users of the apparatus 60. Other components in the gas path, such as the outlet tube 66, can also be made from antimicrobial material or be disposable.
Figs. 5 and 6 show the apparatus 60 configured for use without a humidifier.
Fig. 7 shows the apparatus 60 in a configuration suitable for connection to the inlet and ~ o outlet tubes of a humidifier (after installation of the aforementioned flow sensor).
Figs. 9 and 10 show two embodiments of the connection inlet 22 and the connection outlet 24. In Fig. 9, the inlet 22 and the outlet 24 are circular but of different diameter. In Fig. 10, the inlet 22 and the outlet 24 have different cross-sectional shapes. In both cases the ends of the duct member and the humidifier inlet i s and outlet are provided with corresponding engaging formations to avoid incorrect installation. This is especially advantageous when a non-symmetrical or uni-directional humidifier is used.
Although the invention has been described with reference to a specific examples, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, that the invention can be 2o embodied in many other forms.
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1. An apparatus for supplying breathable gas, the apparatus includes;
a flow generator;
a gas outlet;
a connection means interposed between the flow generator and the gas outlet, the connection means, the connection means having a connection inlet and a connection outlet; and a pressure sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet, wherein the connection means is adapted to allow selective connection to either a duct member providing a direct flow path from the connection inlet to the connection outlet or to a humidifier interposed between the connection inlet and the connection outlet.
a flow generator;
a gas outlet;
a connection means interposed between the flow generator and the gas outlet, the connection means, the connection means having a connection inlet and a connection outlet; and a pressure sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet, wherein the connection means is adapted to allow selective connection to either a duct member providing a direct flow path from the connection inlet to the connection outlet or to a humidifier interposed between the connection inlet and the connection outlet.
2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein the breathable gas is air.
3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or 2, wherein the apparatus is connected by a gas supply tube to a patient mask to provide CPAP treatment, assisted respiration or mechanical ventilation.
4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 3, wherein the mask is a nose mask, mouth mask, combination nose and mouth mask, nasal prongs, nasal pillows or full face mask.
5. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims including a gas flaw rate sensing means interposed between the connection outlet and the gas outlet.
6. An apparatus as claimed in claim 5, wherein the gas flow rate sensing means is a pressure differential flow sensor communicating with two pressure ports, the ports being respectively disposed on opposite sides of a flow impedance.
7. An apparatus as claimed in claim 5 or 6, wherein one of the ports communicates with the pressure sensing means.
8. An apparatus as claimed in claim 7, wherein the port closest to the gas outlet communicates with the pressure sensing means.
9. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the pressure sensing means is an electronic pressure transducer.
10. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the connection inlet and the connection outlet are identical.
11. An apparatus as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the connection inlet and the connection outlet are different.
12. An apparatus as claimed in claim 11, wherein the connection inlet and the connection outlet are of a different cross-sectional shape or diameter.
13. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the connection inlet and the connection outlet are recessed behind the outer edge of the casing or housing of the apparatus.
14. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the duct member is in the form of a substantially U-shaped pipe adapted to connect the connecting inlet and the connecting outlet.
15. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the U-shaped pipe has an outer panel attached thereto which, upon installation, is substantially flush with adjacent outer panels of the casing or housing.
16. An apparatus as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the U-shaped pipe is formed from two joined sections encased in a box having a snap engageable base and lid.
17. An apparatus as claimed in claim 16, wherein the box is snap engageable with a housing or chassis of the apparatus.
18. An apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the humidifier includes a heater.
19. An apparatus as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 17, wherein the humidifier is unheated.
20. A CPAP treatment device incorporating the apparatus of any one of claims 1 to 19.
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