Abstract: A connector swivel for connecting between a supply tube and an endotracheal tube accommodates movement of the patient. The swivel connector has an angled central member, with the axes of its ends intersecting each other at an obtuse angle. The central member has end pieces rotatably connected to each end. One of the end pieces is also angled, with its axes intersecting at an obtuse angle. The other end piece is straight and cylindrical.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 21, 1986
Date of Patent:
June 30, 1987
Assignee:
W.L.G. Technology
Inventors:
Richard E. Webb, Charles S. L'Hommedieu