Abstract: A breathing circuit component includes an inlet, an outlet and an enclosing wall. The enclosing wall defines a gases passageway between the inlet and the outlet. At least a region of the enclosing wall is formed from a breathable material that allows the passage of water vapor without allowing the passage of liquid water or respiratory gases. The breathing circuit component may be the expiratory limb of a breathing circuit.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 18, 2003
Date of Patent:
November 28, 2006
Assignee:
Fisher & Payke Healthcare Limited
Inventors:
Daniel John Smith, Gavin Walsh Millar, Kevin Blake Powell, David Peter Baldwin