US20110000492A1 - Foam respiratory mask - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a respiratory mask used for treatment, e.g., of Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) or Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV).
- SDB Sleep Disordered Breathing
- CPAP Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- NIPPV Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation
- the present invention relates to a respiratory mask with a foam contacting portion.
- the present invention relates to a respiratory mask that is comfortable, easy to use and requires little maintenance.
- respiratory therapy is delivered in the form of a respiratory mask or mask system positioned between a patient and apparatus providing a supply of pressurized air or breathing gas.
- Mask systems in the field of the invention differ from mask systems used in other applications such as aviation and safety in particular because of their emphasis on comfort. This high level of comfort is desired because patients must sleep wearing the masks for hours, possibly every night for the rest of their lives.
- therapy compliance can be improved if the patient's bed partner is not adversely affected by the patient's therapy and wearing of the mask generally.
- Mask systems typically have a highly clinical aesthetic (as will be described below). This may lead to patients becoming embarrassed about their therapy since the clinical aesthetic serves as a blatant reminder that they are ill and consequently can leave a negative perception of the patient in the mind of an observer.
- Mask systems typically, although not always, comprise (i) a rigid or semi-rigid portion often referred to as a shell or frame, (ii) a soft, patient contacting portion often referred to as a cushion, and (iii) some form of headgear to hold the frame and cushion in position. If the mask system does include multiple components, at least some assembly and adjustment may be required, which can be difficult for patients who may suffer from lack of dexterity, etc. Further, mask systems often include a mechanism for connecting an air delivery conduit. The air delivery conduit may preferably be connected to a blower or flow generator.
- Patient contacting portions e.g., cushions
- patient contacting portions including foam are known.
- U.S. Pat. No. 5,429,683 discloses a lining for a mask made of a polyurethane foam covered with skin (e.g., latex or silicone).
- skinned foam does not allow the portion in contact with the face to breathe, which can lead to skin irritation, and the sealing portion may be subject to creasing which may cause discomfort and lead to leak.
- the skin can also feel too hard for some patients, depending on the thickness and support structure.
- the skin also does not allow a high degree of local deformation and may be subject to tension transfer across its surface, which can result in shifting of the mask on the face and loss of seal/comfort.
- a range of mask systems are known including nasal masks, nose & mouth masks, full face masks and nasal prongs, pillows, nozzles & cannulae.
- Masks typically cover more of the face than nasal prongs, pillows, nozzles and cannulae.
- One aspect of the invention is to provide an attachable interfacing portion for a respiratory mask.
- Another aspect of the invention is to provide a removably attachable interfacing portion for a respiratory mask.
- the respiratory mask is a nasal mask
- the interfacing portion is a foam contacting portion that is arranged in use between the nose of the patient and the mask system.
- the foam contacting portion provides a seal between the nares of the patient and the mask system so as to deliver pressurized gas to the patient.
- the mask system may include a cushion, gusset and/or frame.
- the nasal mask system may be provided with a releasable and replaceable foam contacting portion that it connected to the mask system by at least one connector.
- the foam contacting portion may be connected to the mask system (e.g., connected to the frame, decoupling element, and/or headgear) by male and female connectors, a hook and loop arrangement, a press stud arrangement, hook and loop material, a clip arrangement, and/or an adhesive.
- the foam contacting portion may be connected or otherwise provided to the mask system using existing structure on the frame, decoupling element, and/or headgear, e.g., without connectors and/or adhesive.
- the nasal mask system may be provided with a removable foam contacting potion that adjoins to the mask system by wrapping about or around the mask system.
- the foam contacting portion may be retrofitted to an existing nasal mask.
- the foam contacting portion includes a foam sleeve that that may be slidingly positioned over a support structure.
- the foam sleeve may be removably positionable.
- the foam sleeve is sock-like.
- a patient interface for delivering breathable gas to a patient including a foam interfacing portion adapted to provide a nasal interface to contact under and around the patient's nose in use and including an orifice adapted to surround both the patient's nares in use, and a positioning and stabilizing structure to support the foam interfacing portion in an operative position on the patient's face.
- the positioning and stabilizing structure is structured to provide a range of rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to the foam interfacing portion while maintaining a sufficient interface and resisting the application of tube drag and/or headgear tension to the foam interfacing portion.
- FIG. 1 depicts a side view of a nasal mask with a foam contacting portion in use according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 2 depicts a top view of the nasal mask of FIG. 1 ;
- FIG. 3 depicts a front view of the nasal mask of FIG. 1 ;
- FIGS. 4 and 5 depict isometric views of a nasal mask with a foam contacting portion assembled according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 6 depicts a side view of the nasal mask of FIGS. 4 and 5 ;
- FIG. 7 depicts a front view of the nasal mask of FIGS. 4 and 5 ;
- FIG. 8 depicts a top view of the nasal mask of FIGS. 4 and 5 ;
- FIG. 9 depicts a rear view of the nasal mask of FIGS. 4 and 5 ;
- FIG. 10 depicts a side view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 11 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 12 depicts a side view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 13 depicts front and rear views of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system in use according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 14 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion with an intermediate connecting structure according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIGS. 15A , 15 B, 15 C, and 15 D depict top views of foam contacting portions according to embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 16 depicts an isometric view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 17 depicts a rear view of the foam contacting portion of FIG. 16 ;
- FIG. 18 depicts a top view of the foam contacting portion of FIG. 16 ;
- FIGS. 19 , 20 and 21 depict various views of a foam contacting portion reconnecting to itself about a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 22 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIGS. 23 and 24 depict a side view of a hook and loop connection in assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 25 depicts a rear view of a hook and loop connection in assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIGS. 26 , 27 and 28 depict various views of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection using headgear connectors according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIGS. 29 and 30 depict a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection using a detent according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 31 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a stud connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 32 depicts a front view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 33 depicts a back view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 34 depicts a side view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 35 depicts a top view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 36 depicts a rear view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 37 depicts a front view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 38 depicts a back view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 39 depicts a side view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 40 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIG. 41 depicts a rear view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention
- FIGS. 42 and 43 depict the naris region of a patient
- FIG. 44 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 45 depicts a side view of the foam contacting portion of FIG. 44 ;
- FIG. 46 depicts a side view of a locking pin according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 47 depicts a side view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 48 depicts a side view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 49 depicts an isometric view of a support structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 50 depicts a bottom view of the support structure of FIG. 49 ;
- FIG. 51 depicts a top view of the support structure of FIG. 49 ;
- FIG. 52 depicts a front view of the support structure of FIG. 49 ;
- FIG. 53 depicts a rear view of the support structure of FIG. 49 ;
- FIG. 54 depicts a side view of the support structure of FIG. 49 ;
- FIG. 55 depicts an isometric view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 56 depicts a top view of the mask system of FIG. 55 ;.
- FIG. 57 depicts a side view of the mask system of FIG. 55 ;
- FIG. 58 depicts a bottom view of the mask system of FIG. 55 ;
- FIG. 59 depicts a front view of the mask system of FIG. 55 .
- air will be taken to include breathable gases, for example air with supplemental oxygen. It is also acknowledged that the positive airway pressure (PAP) devices or flow generators described herein may be designed to pump fluids other than air.
- PAP positive airway pressure
- a patient interface in accordance with an embodiment of the invention may comprise three functional aspects: (i) interfacing, (ii) positioning and stabilizing, and (iii) air delivery.
- These three functional aspects may be constructed from one or more structural components, with a given structural component potentially fulfilling more than one function.
- a mask frame may serve as part of a positioning and stabilizing function and allow the supply of air.
- the patient interface 10 may include a mask system 100 , a positioning and stabilizing structure 30 , and an air delivery system 130 .
- Mask system 100 may include an interfacing portion 200 .
- Positioning and stabilizing structure 30 may include a frame 110 and/or decoupling element 170 and/or a headgear 50 (that may include top straps 60 , a back strap 70 , one or more side straps 80 and rigidizers 90 ).
- Air delivery system 130 may include: an elbow 140 and a tube 150 .
- a patient interface 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention may perform other functions including venting of exhaled gases, decoupling of potentially seal disruptive forces and adjustment for different sized faces. Venting may be performed by different structures, e.g., such as the frame 110 , the elbow 140 and/or the tube 150 .
- the interfacing function is provided by a nasal cushion (or “nasal cradle”) that is placed at an entrance to the patient's nares.
- the nasal cushion is structured to form an interface with the nares and is shaped, oriented, sized and constructed so as provide a fit with a range of differently shaped and located nares.
- the nasal cushion may be formed of foam (also referred to as a foam contacting portion). As shown generally in FIGS. 1-3 , nasal cushion or foam contacting portion 200 may be positioned at the nares or under the nose. Foam contacting portion 200 may cushion the nares of the patient to increase comfort. Foam contacting portion 200 may also seal with the nares of the patient, e.g., if the foam is a closed cell foam. Alternatively, foam contacting portion 200 may be constructed from an open cell foam or a foam with some open cells, such that it allows a certain degree of leak while delivering sufficient pressure to the patient in the intended therapeutic effect. Instead, such a foam will allow some air to pass through the foam and leak gases into the atmosphere. This may be desirable to assist in venting.
- foam also referred to as a foam contacting portion
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be maintained in position using stabilizing portions or rigidizers 90 attached to, or formed as part of headgear 50 .
- the mask system 100 may be generally arranged per ResMed's MIRAGE SWIFTTM nasal pillows and as described in PCT Publication No. WO 2004/073778 (Gunaratnam et al), the contents of which are hereby expressly incorporated by cross-reference.
- the foam used for the foam contacting portion 200 may be the same as that disclosed in PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al), filed 14 Dec. 2007, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- any suitable foam may be used, for example skinned foam.
- the cushion or foam contacting portion 200 of the mask system 100 may be the cushion disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney et al), filed 11 Jan. 2008, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be a single piece of foam. In another form, the foam contacting portion 200 may be multiple pieces of foam joined together by any suitable means, for example gluing or insert molding.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may have an orifice 250 for delivery of pressurized air.
- the orifice 250 provided to the foam contacting portion 200 will align with an orifice or aperture 175 or orifices in the decoupling element 170 (e.g., see FIGS. 11 and 12 ) and/or aperture 115 on frame 110 (e.g., see FIGS. 8 and 9 ) which is connected to elbow 140 and tube 150 , so as to deliver pressurized gas to the patient.
- the orifice 250 or orifices provided to the foam contacting portion 200 may be the same size, smaller or larger than the aperture 175 and/or aperture 115 .
- the thickness of foam contacting portion 200 may be 0.5-50 mm.
- the thickness of foam contacting portion 200 may be 7-15 mm.
- the thickness of foam contacting portion 200 may be 11 mm.
- the length of foam contacting portion 200 may be 10 mm-200 mm (or its largest length if it is not square).
- the length of foam contacting portion 200 may be 40-120 mm.
- the length of foam contacting portion 200 may be 105 mm.
- the width of foam contacting portion 200 may be 10 mm-100 mm (or its largest width if it is not square).
- the width of foam contacting portion 200 may be 30-70 mm.
- the width of foam contacting portion 200 may be 50 mm.
- the foam contacting portion may be impermeable or air permeable. Air permeability may give the foam interface a unique breathability, which acts to increase the comfort at the interface with the user's nose and skin. All air permeability aspects of PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al) are incorporated herein by reference, and all embodiments in this disclosure may contain foam that is air permeable.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be retrofitted to existing mask designs, for example ResMed's MIRAGE SWIFTTM as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,318,437 (Gunaratnam et al) and U.S. Patent Publication No. 2005/0241644 (Lynch et al), each of which is incorporated herein by reference.
- ResMed's MIRAGE SWIFTTM as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,318,437 (Gunaratnam et al) and U.S. Patent Publication No. 2005/0241644 (Lynch et al), each of which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Desirable features of an attachment mechanism of the foam contacting portion 200 to the positioning and stabilizing structure may include: satisfactory comfort, effective position of the interfacing portion and/or being easy to use. Due to the softness of foam, hard connecting pieces may in some forms be felt by the patient's face through the foam. Thus, attachment mechanisms that avoid such patient contact may be desired.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a positioning and stabilizing structure such as a frame 110 and/or a decoupling element 170 or any other part of the mask system 100 by connecting elements such as hook and loop connectors, press studs, etc. Exemplary connecting elements are described below.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a mask system 100 by wrapping the foam over or around the mask system 100 .
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be secured in its wrapped position on the mask system 100 by a male connector 300 and female connector 310 or series of connectors 300 , for example see FIGS. 9 , 10 - 11 , 13 , 16 and 17 .
- the male connector 300 is provided to the foam contacting portion 200 and the female connector 310 is provided to the frame 110 and/or decoupling element 170 .
- male connector may be provided to the frame and/or decoupling element and the female connector may be provided to the foam contacting portion.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be any shape such as generally rectangular (see FIG. 15A ), oval (see FIGS. 15 C and 16 - 18 ) or hexagonal (see FIG. 15B ). Additionally, the foam contacting portion 200 may be any irregular shape, e.g., Y-shaped (see FIG. 15D ).
- the foam contacting portion 200 may have male connectors 300 that engage with opposing female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 .
- the female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 may be on a flexible component (for example, decoupling element 170 ).
- the female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 may be on a less flexible component (for example, frame 110 ).
- the male connectors 300 may be fixed to the foam contacting portion 200 by a range of techniques, for example glue.
- the female connectors 310 may be fixed to the mask system 100 by a range of techniques, for example glue.
- the female connectors 310 may be co-molded to the mask system 100 .
- the male and female connectors may be permanently or removably attached in other suitable manners.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may not connect to the mask system 100 by male connectors 300 on the foam contacting portion 200 and female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 , e.g., instead the foam contacting portion 200 may reconnect to itself.
- the male connectors 300 will be placed at one end of the foam contacting portion 200 with the female connectors 310 at the other end of the foam contacting portion 200 , which can then be wrapped around the mask system 100 and connected together at connection points 320 .
- the foam contacting portion may include a stretchable foam structured to expand or stretch to fit over the frame, decoupling element, etc., and then return to its original shape to tightly grasp the intended surface.
- connection mechanism may be via a hook 330 and loop 340 system, as shown in FIGS. 22-25 .
- the male connectors 300 on the foam contacting portion 200 may take the form of hook 330 .
- the female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 may take the form of loop 340 .
- the loop 340 may be an additional piece attached to the mask system 100 or it may be a hole or aperture in the mask system 100 to allow engagement of the hook 330 (e.g., see FIGS. 23-25 ).
- the reverse arrangement is possible (i.e., loop 340 or hole on the foam contacting portion 200 and hook 330 on the mask system 100 ).
- the loop 340 may be a hole in the foam contacting portion 200
- the hook 330 on the mask system 100 may be an attached or co-molded hook 330 or may be a pre-existing structure on the mask system 100 .
- FIGS. 26-28 illustrate an embodiment in which connectors 350 on the frame 110 (e.g., headgear connecting portions for attaching headgear) extend through respective openings 340 provided to ends of the foam contacting portion.
- the hook 330 may have a detent 335 to ensure retention of the loop 340 , as shown in FIGS. 29-30 .
- the hook 330 and loop 340 may be made from a range of different materials or combination of materials, including but not limited to: wire, silicone, polycarbonate, polypropylene, TPE, polyethylene or any other suitable material.
- connection mechanism may be achieved by a press stud 360 as shown in FIG. 31 .
- the male connectors 300 on the foam contacting portion 200 may take the form of a stud 360 .
- the female connectors 310 on the mask system 100 e.g., frame 110 or decoupling element 170
- the reverse arrangement is possible (i.e., hole 370 on the foam contacting portion 200 and stud 360 on the mask system 100 ).
- the press stud 360 may be made from materials such as metals, polymers or any other suitable material.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be provided with apertures 380 that are intended to be positioned adjacent alignment holes 180 on the mask system 100 .
- a pin or anchor 390 may be used to secure foam contacting portion 200 onto mask system 100 by inserting the anchor 390 through apertures 380 and alignment holes 180 (see FIG. 47 ).
- Anchor 390 may have one or more locking portions 395 so that once in position, the foam contacting portion 200 remains in its position on the mask system 100 .
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be wrapped onto or around the mask system 100 and connected by other type of mechanisms, including but not limited to hook and loop material (e.g., VelcroTM or magnets.
- the wrapped foam contacting portion 200 may be permanently connected to the mask system 100 , for example, by gluing, welding or co-molding.
- the mask system 100 may be made from a foam that can be co-molded with another foam to form the foam contacting portion 200 .
- the foam may be a flocking foam that is provided to (e.g., sprayed onto) the frame, decoupling element, etc.
- Exemplary benefits of the wrapped foam contacting portion 200 may include: the ease of sealing the foam contacting portion with the patient and the mask system, continuity of feel, top lip comfort, retro-fitability, intuitiveness of assembly and mass production capability.
- Other benefits of the wrapped foam may include: if the intention is to replace the foam contacting portion on a regular basis (e.g., daily, weekly or monthly—as disclosed in PCT Publication WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al)), the portion that is disposed of is small compared to the mask system. This embodiment therefore minimizes waste and maximizes efficiencies around the packaging, storage and transportation of the replacement foam contacting portions.
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a mask system 100 by clipping the foam into the mask system 100 .
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be secured in its clipped position on the mask system 100 , e.g., by an interference fit.
- FIGS. 32-36 show foam contacting portion 200 clipped into the mask system 100 by a clip 400 .
- Clip 400 is slidably engaged with mask system 100 and secures by an interference fit with a portion (e.g., frame 110 ) of the mask system 100 .
- clip 400 may be interference fit via locking bumps 410 with step 120 on mask system 100 (see FIG. 48 ).
- clip 400 may be secured in place by another other means, including but not limited to: screw type mechanism.
- the clip 400 may be permanently secured to mask system 100 , for example, by adhesive.
- clip 400 may be co-molded or be continuous with the mask system 100 .
- the clip 400 may be fixed to the foam contacting portion 200 permanently, for example by adhesive or co-molding.
- clip 400 may be releasably connected to foam contacting portion 200 , including but not limited to: hook and loop material (e.g., VelcroTM).
- clip 400 may have a support structure 420 that may have a generally elliptical cross section (e.g., see FIGS. 33 , 34 , 37 - 39 , and 41 ).
- Support structure 420 may engage with mask system 100 to secure the foam contacting portion 200 in place.
- Support structure 420 may also assist in presenting the foam contacting structure 200 at a desirable orientation to the patient's nose.
- Support structure 420 may be hollow to allow the flow of pressurized gas from air delivery tube 150 to orifice 250 of foam contacting portion 200 .
- clip 400 may comprise an upper surface 440 that engages with foam contacting portion 200 (e.g., see FIGS. 33 , 34 , 39 , and 41 ).
- Upper surface 440 may be generally planar. In an exemplary embodiment, upper surface 440 may be curved to conform to the contours of the patient's face to improve comfort and seal of the mask. Upper surface 440 may be as wide as the foam contacting portion 200 . Alternatively, upper surface 440 may be smaller or less wide than the foam contacting portion 200 such that the outer edge of foam contacting portion 200 is able to overhang the upper surface 440 and thus flex at its edge. This arrangement may allow the foam contacting portion to better conform to the patient's face.
- the foam contacting portion 200 need not be connected to the mask system 100 via connecting elements. Rather, the foam contacting portion 200 may be placed on the mask system 100 by other means such as pulled over (e.g., like a sock).
- contacting portion 200 may be a cylindrical or continuous portion of foam with an opening 800 to receive the frame 110 and headgear connecting portions 112 .
- Foam contacting portion 200 may also have orifice 250 for interfacing with aperture 175 in decoupling portion 170 to allow the delivery of breathable gas to the patient.
- Foam contacting portion 200 may also have opening 260 for interfacing with aperture 115 of frame 110 .
- the foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to an intermediate connecting structure 315 (see FIG. 14 ).
- This intermediate connecting structure 315 may connect to the foam contacting portion 200 on one side and connect to the mask system 100 on the other side.
- This may include but is not limited to: the foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a piece of flexible fabric material (e.g., Breath-O-PreneTM by Accumed) which is then connected to the mask system 100 (or part(s) of the mask system 100 ).
- the intermediate connecting structure 315 shown in FIG. 14 may not connect to the mask system 100 , instead it may wrap around the mask system and the left and right intermediate connecting structures 315 may connect to each other.
- the foam may be fixed (e.g., using an adhesive) to an adaptor or clipping mechanism, which in turn connects via an interference fit onto the mask frame.
- the foam may be provided in various sizes to accommodate varying anthropometric requirements. Typical nasal pillow designs have sizes based on the nostrils of the population as these pillows seal around the nares. However, the same sizing may not be ideal for the foam contacting portion 200 as it does not seal on the edge of, or inside the nares. Instead sizing may be based on sealing against the area around the nares (as indicated by the dashed line dl around the nares in FIG. 42 ).
- FIG. 42 presents a two-dimensional view of the underside of the nose and defines the areas that may be considered for sealing the nostrils.
- the orifice 250 on the foam contacting portion 200 should be within the bounds of the area of the nose (shown by the dashed line d 2 in FIG. 42 ) so that the mask can sealingly engage with the nose. Should the orifice 250 be any larger than the region of the nose (dashed line d 2 ), the mask may leak. In an embodiment, the orifice 250 should not be any smaller than the region within the nares (shown by the dashed line d 1 ) so as to occlude the patient's airway. The orifice in the foam may encroach on the nostril openings on some noses and some degree of partial occlusion may be acceptable.
- the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be generally trapezoidal or ‘D’ shaped as shown in FIGS. 8 , and 16 - 18 .
- the orifice 250 may be circular or oval (as shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 A- 15 D), square (not shown) or any other shape fitting within the aforementioned limits.
- the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be 15-50 mm wide (indicated in FIG. 43 by dimension 500 ). In an exemplary embodiment, the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be about 22 mm wide. In another exemplary embodiment, the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be about 31 mm wide. In an embodiment, the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be 5-30 mm high (indicated in FIG. 43 by dimension 600 ). In an exemplary embodiment, the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be about 11 mm high. In another exemplary embodiment, the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may be about 16 mm high.
- the orifice 250 in the foam contacting portion 200 may have an angle of 10-80° (indicated in FIG. 43 by dimension 700 ). In an exemplary embodiment, angle 700 is about 67° . In another exemplary embodiment, angle 700 is about 50° .
- there may be two orifices 250 e.g., each generally oval in shape.
- there may be a plurality of orifices 250 for example, 3, 4, 5, 10 or more), e.g., each that are generally round.
- a patient interface 10 provides a structure for suitable positioning, suspension and stabilizing of the interfacing portion 200 of the patient interface 10 at an entrance to the airways of the patient.
- This structure includes: the decoupling element 170 , the frame 110 and headgear 50 with rigidizers 90 .
- the decoupling element 170 acts as a form of suspension system or force insulation system whereby it isolates forces from one portion of the patient interface 10 from another portion of the patient interface 10 .
- the headgear 50 and rigidizers 90 form a structure that may resist bending in one or more directions (and/or from tube drag) and yet is flexible to conform to different facial geometries, or to move in response to other potentially disruptive forces.
- a greater range of movement of a mask system in accordance with an embodiment of the invention can be accommodated without disrupting the seal than in prior art mask systems.
- a frame 110 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention as shown in FIGS. 49-54 serves a number of functions, including: a connection point to decoupling element 170 , headgear rigidizers 90 and elbow 140 .
- a given functional feature may reside in different structures.
- the stabilizing portion of headgear 50 may be formed as part of a frame 110 either additionally or alternatively.
- Frame 110 may connect to the elbow 140 via aperture 115 , whereby the elbow clips into the aperture 115 , or interfaces with the aperture 115 by any such means so as to join the elbow 140 to the frame 110 .
- Frame 110 may be generally rectangular or any other desired shape, for example see FIGS. 49-54 .
- Frame 110 is intended to support the decoupling element 170 and foam contacting portion 200 and connect the mask system 100 to the headgear 50 , thereby securing the mask system 100 on the patient's face.
- Frame 110 connects to the headgear 50 by connecting portions 112 , where rigidizers 90 removably connect to connecting portions 112 (e.g., see FIG. 7 ). Such a connection is described in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney), which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- Frame 110 may be at least partially constructed from a resilient material such as silicone, polycarbonate, polypropylene, nylon, or any other desired material.
- Decoupling element 170 may be generally oval as shown in FIGS. 11 and 49 - 54 with orifice 175 adapted to align with opening in foam contacting portion 200 .
- Decoupling element 170 may absorb some of the forces from the frame, headgear and tube by flexing and compressing (e.g., like a gusset or suspension system) so as to prevent misalignment of the foam contacting portion 200 with the nares of the patient.
- Decoupling element 170 may be formed from a flexible material such as silicone.
- Decoupling element 170 may be connected to frame 110 by an interference fit. Alternatively, decoupling element 170 may be permanently fixed or formed with the frame 110 by co-molding or glue. Decoupling element 170 may also be attached to the foam contacting portion.
- the foam contacting portion 200 is a layer of foam that is wrapped, connected, slid or otherwise positioned on a supporting structure.
- the decoupling element 170 of the support structure may be the decoupling element disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney), which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- the frame 110 of the mask system 100 may be the frame disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney).
- the particularly soft mechanical properties of an exemplary foam means that the foam contacting portion may be provided with support and reinforcement to perform its function with the nasal air passages.
- the frame 110 and decoupling element 170 may be suitable structures to provide this supporting mechanism, providing appropriate balance between shape and support for positioning the foam contacting portion 200 , structural compliance and resilience for comfort on the nose (e.g., allow rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to resist tube drag and headgear tension).
- Headgear 50 may include three main strap sections: top straps 60 , back strap 70 and side straps 80 .
- Top straps 60 may be placed over the top of the patient's head and may be one continuous piece of material or multiple pieces of material joined together by a buckle 95 as shown in FIGS. 1-3 .
- Back strap 70 may be placed around the back of the patient's head and may be one piece of continuous material or multiple pieces of material joined together by a buckle.
- Top strap 60 and back strap 70 may be adjusted using hook and loop fasteners (such as VelcroTM) or with the buckle 95 .
- Buckle 95 may also have a lock that prevents the top strap 60 from loosening off.
- Such a buckle 95 with lock is described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,318,437 (Gunaratnam et al), which is incorporate herein by reference in its entirety.
- Side straps 80 are generally positioned on the sides of the patient's face, from above or near the ear, passing under the eyes and ending at the nose of the patient. Side straps 80 may be reinforced with rigidizers 90 that may assist in supporting the mask system 100 in position. Rigidizers 90 may be attached to side straps at: the patient contacting side of side straps 80 (not shown), within side straps 80 by co-molding or other such technique (not shown), or on the exterior non-patient contacting side of side straps 80 (see FIGS. 1 and 3 ). Rigidizers 90 may be connected to side straps 80 by: gluing, stitching, co-molding, or any other suitable means.
- Side straps 80 may also include cheek supports 85 that lie generally horizontally on the cheeks of the patient, generally at the cheek bone region, to better position the mask system 100 on the face of the user. Such an arrangement is shown in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney).
- the mask system 100 may be connected to a supply of pressurized breathable gas to deliver therapy to the patient.
- the air delivery system 130 may include: an elbow 140 and a tube 150 as shown in FIGS. 1-3 .
- Elbow 140 is generally an L-shaped, hollow cylinder and may be constructed of a generally rigid material such as polycarbonate or polypropylene. Elbow 140 may also include one or more vent holes 160 (see FIG. 3 ) to allow exhaust gases from the patient to expel into the atmosphere. Elbow 140 may also include a one way anti-asphyxia valve.
- elbow 140 may be the same as that disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney).
- Tube 150 is generally a hollow, cylinder with a reinforcing member 155 (see FIGS. 1 and 3 ) integrally molded into tube 150 .
- the reinforcing member 155 may include a generally helical shape so as to allow the tube 150 to flex without occluding.
- Tube 150 may be flexible, resilient and stretchable in a longitudinal direction.
- Tube 150 may be constructed of a polymer or fabric, e.g., HytrelTM. Such a tube is disclosed in U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/031,407 (Henry et al), filed 26 Feb. 2008, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- Tube 150 may connect to the elbow 140 so as to deliver breathable gas to the patient through the patient interface 10 .
- the tube 150 may connect to elbow 140 by any reasonable means, such as a clip, interference fit, etc.
- the tube 150 may be the same as that disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney).
- the mask system 100 of which the foam interfacing portion forms a part is generally configured under the nose of the patient.
- the mask system 100 may be a nasal or full-face mask, or an oro-nasal mask.
- a foam-based under-the-nose configuration may be combined with a gel, silicone or rubber portion, for example a silicone mouth cushion.
Abstract
A patient interface for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a foam interfacing portion adapted to provide a nasal interface to contact under and around the patient's nose in use and including an orifice adapted to surround both the patient's nares in use, and a positioning and stabilizing structure to support the foam interfacing portion in an operative position on the patient's face. The positioning and stabilizing structure is structured to provide a range of rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to the foam interfacing portion while maintaining a sufficient interface and resisting the application of tube drag and/or headgear tension to the foam interfacing portion.
Description
- This application claims the benefit of Australian Provisional Application No. AU 2008901057, filed Mar. 4, 2008, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
- The present invention relates to a respiratory mask used for treatment, e.g., of Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) or Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV). In particular, the present invention relates to a respiratory mask with a foam contacting portion. Also, the present invention relates to a respiratory mask that is comfortable, easy to use and requires little maintenance.
- Typically, respiratory therapy is delivered in the form of a respiratory mask or mask system positioned between a patient and apparatus providing a supply of pressurized air or breathing gas. Mask systems in the field of the invention differ from mask systems used in other applications such as aviation and safety in particular because of their emphasis on comfort. This high level of comfort is desired because patients must sleep wearing the masks for hours, possibly every night for the rest of their lives. In addition, therapy compliance can be improved if the patient's bed partner is not adversely affected by the patient's therapy and wearing of the mask generally.
- Mask systems typically have a highly clinical aesthetic (as will be described below). This may lead to patients becoming embarrassed about their therapy since the clinical aesthetic serves as a blatant reminder that they are ill and consequently can leave a negative perception of the patient in the mind of an observer.
- Mask systems typically, although not always, comprise (i) a rigid or semi-rigid portion often referred to as a shell or frame, (ii) a soft, patient contacting portion often referred to as a cushion, and (iii) some form of headgear to hold the frame and cushion in position. If the mask system does include multiple components, at least some assembly and adjustment may be required, which can be difficult for patients who may suffer from lack of dexterity, etc. Further, mask systems often include a mechanism for connecting an air delivery conduit. The air delivery conduit may preferably be connected to a blower or flow generator.
- Patient contacting portions, e.g., cushions, are typically constructed of a silicone material, but patient contacting portions including foam are known. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 5,429,683 (Le Mitouard) discloses a lining for a mask made of a polyurethane foam covered with skin (e.g., latex or silicone). However, skinned foam does not allow the portion in contact with the face to breathe, which can lead to skin irritation, and the sealing portion may be subject to creasing which may cause discomfort and lead to leak. The skin can also feel too hard for some patients, depending on the thickness and support structure. The skin also does not allow a high degree of local deformation and may be subject to tension transfer across its surface, which can result in shifting of the mask on the face and loss of seal/comfort.
- A range of mask systems are known including nasal masks, nose & mouth masks, full face masks and nasal prongs, pillows, nozzles & cannulae. Masks typically cover more of the face than nasal prongs, pillows, nozzles and cannulae.
- There is a continuous need in the art to provide mask systems with a high level of comfort and usability and a newly perceived need to provide mask systems having improved aesthetics.
- One aspect of the invention is to provide an attachable interfacing portion for a respiratory mask.
- Another aspect of the invention is to provide a removably attachable interfacing portion for a respiratory mask.
- In an embodiment, the respiratory mask is a nasal mask, and the interfacing portion is a foam contacting portion that is arranged in use between the nose of the patient and the mask system. The foam contacting portion provides a seal between the nares of the patient and the mask system so as to deliver pressurized gas to the patient. The mask system may include a cushion, gusset and/or frame.
- In one form, the nasal mask system may be provided with a releasable and replaceable foam contacting portion that it connected to the mask system by at least one connector.
- In embodiments, the foam contacting portion may be connected to the mask system (e.g., connected to the frame, decoupling element, and/or headgear) by male and female connectors, a hook and loop arrangement, a press stud arrangement, hook and loop material, a clip arrangement, and/or an adhesive. In another embodiment, the foam contacting portion may be connected or otherwise provided to the mask system using existing structure on the frame, decoupling element, and/or headgear, e.g., without connectors and/or adhesive.
- In another form, the nasal mask system may be provided with a removable foam contacting potion that adjoins to the mask system by wrapping about or around the mask system.
- In one form, the foam contacting portion may be retrofitted to an existing nasal mask.
- In another form, the foam contacting portion includes a foam sleeve that that may be slidingly positioned over a support structure. The foam sleeve may be removably positionable. In one form, the foam sleeve is sock-like.
- Another aspect of the invention relates to a patient interface for delivering breathable gas to a patient including a foam interfacing portion adapted to provide a nasal interface to contact under and around the patient's nose in use and including an orifice adapted to surround both the patient's nares in use, and a positioning and stabilizing structure to support the foam interfacing portion in an operative position on the patient's face. The positioning and stabilizing structure is structured to provide a range of rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to the foam interfacing portion while maintaining a sufficient interface and resisting the application of tube drag and/or headgear tension to the foam interfacing portion.
- Other aspects, features, and advantages of this invention will become apparent from the following detailed description when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, which are a part of this disclosure and which illustrate, by way of example, principles of this invention.
- The accompanying drawings facilitate an understanding of the various embodiments of this invention. In such drawings:
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FIG. 1 depicts a side view of a nasal mask with a foam contacting portion in use according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 depicts a top view of the nasal mask ofFIG. 1 ; -
FIG. 3 depicts a front view of the nasal mask ofFIG. 1 ; -
FIGS. 4 and 5 depict isometric views of a nasal mask with a foam contacting portion assembled according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 6 depicts a side view of the nasal mask ofFIGS. 4 and 5 ; -
FIG. 7 depicts a front view of the nasal mask ofFIGS. 4 and 5 ; -
FIG. 8 depicts a top view of the nasal mask ofFIGS. 4 and 5 ; -
FIG. 9 depicts a rear view of the nasal mask ofFIGS. 4 and 5 ; -
FIG. 10 depicts a side view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 11 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 12 depicts a side view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 13 depicts front and rear views of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system in use according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 14 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion with an intermediate connecting structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIGS. 15A , 15B, 15C, and 15D depict top views of foam contacting portions according to embodiments of the present invention; -
FIG. 16 depicts an isometric view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 17 depicts a rear view of the foam contacting portion ofFIG. 16 ; -
FIG. 18 depicts a top view of the foam contacting portion ofFIG. 16 ; -
FIGS. 19 , 20 and 21 depict various views of a foam contacting portion reconnecting to itself about a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 22 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIGS. 23 and 24 depict a side view of a hook and loop connection in assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 25 depicts a rear view of a hook and loop connection in assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIGS. 26 , 27 and 28 depict various views of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection using headgear connectors according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIGS. 29 and 30 depict a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a hook and loop connection using a detent according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 31 depicts a side view of an unassembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a stud connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 32 depicts a front view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 33 depicts a back view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 34 depicts a side view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 35 depicts a top view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 36 depicts a rear view of an assembled foam contacting portion and mask system with a clipped connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 37 depicts a front view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 38 depicts a back view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 39 depicts a side view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 40 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 41 depicts a rear view of a foam contacting portion with a clip connection according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIGS. 42 and 43 depict the naris region of a patient; -
FIG. 44 depicts a top view of a foam contacting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 45 depicts a side view of the foam contacting portion ofFIG. 44 ; -
FIG. 46 depicts a side view of a locking pin according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 47 depicts a side view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 48 depicts a side view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 49 depicts an isometric view of a support structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 50 depicts a bottom view of the support structure ofFIG. 49 ; -
FIG. 51 depicts a top view of the support structure ofFIG. 49 ; -
FIG. 52 depicts a front view of the support structure ofFIG. 49 ; -
FIG. 53 depicts a rear view of the support structure ofFIG. 49 ; -
FIG. 54 depicts a side view of the support structure ofFIG. 49 ; -
FIG. 55 depicts an isometric view of a mask system according to an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 56 depicts a top view of the mask system of FIG. 55;. -
FIG. 57 depicts a side view of the mask system ofFIG. 55 ; -
FIG. 58 depicts a bottom view of the mask system ofFIG. 55 ; and -
FIG. 59 depicts a front view of the mask system ofFIG. 55 . - The following description is provided in relation to several embodiments which may share common characteristics and features. It is to be understood that one or more features of any one embodiment may be combinable with one or more features of the other embodiments. In addition, any single feature or combination of features in any of the embodiments may constitute additional embodiments.
- In this specification, the word “comprising” is to be understood in its “open” sense, that is, in the sense of “including”, and thus not limited to its “closed” sense, that is the sense of “consisting only of”. A corresponding meaning is to be attributed to the corresponding words “comprise”, “comprised” and “comprises” where they appear.
- The term “air” will be taken to include breathable gases, for example air with supplemental oxygen. It is also acknowledged that the positive airway pressure (PAP) devices or flow generators described herein may be designed to pump fluids other than air.
- In broad terms, a patient interface in accordance with an embodiment of the invention may comprise three functional aspects: (i) interfacing, (ii) positioning and stabilizing, and (iii) air delivery. These three functional aspects may be constructed from one or more structural components, with a given structural component potentially fulfilling more than one function. For example, a mask frame may serve as part of a positioning and stabilizing function and allow the supply of air.
- In an embodiment, as shown in
FIGS. 1-3 , thepatient interface 10 may include amask system 100, a positioning and stabilizingstructure 30, and anair delivery system 130.Mask system 100 may include an interfacingportion 200. Positioning and stabilizingstructure 30 may include aframe 110 and/ordecoupling element 170 and/or a headgear 50 (that may includetop straps 60, aback strap 70, one or more side straps 80 and rigidizers 90).Air delivery system 130 may include: anelbow 140 and atube 150. - In addition, a
patient interface 10 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention may perform other functions including venting of exhaled gases, decoupling of potentially seal disruptive forces and adjustment for different sized faces. Venting may be performed by different structures, e.g., such as theframe 110, theelbow 140 and/or thetube 150. - In an embodiment, the interfacing function is provided by a nasal cushion (or “nasal cradle”) that is placed at an entrance to the patient's nares. The nasal cushion is structured to form an interface with the nares and is shaped, oriented, sized and constructed so as provide a fit with a range of differently shaped and located nares.
- The nasal cushion may be formed of foam (also referred to as a foam contacting portion). As shown generally in
FIGS. 1-3 , nasal cushion orfoam contacting portion 200 may be positioned at the nares or under the nose.Foam contacting portion 200 may cushion the nares of the patient to increase comfort.Foam contacting portion 200 may also seal with the nares of the patient, e.g., if the foam is a closed cell foam. Alternatively,foam contacting portion 200 may be constructed from an open cell foam or a foam with some open cells, such that it allows a certain degree of leak while delivering sufficient pressure to the patient in the intended therapeutic effect. Instead, such a foam will allow some air to pass through the foam and leak gases into the atmosphere. This may be desirable to assist in venting. - In an embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be maintained in position using stabilizing portions orrigidizers 90 attached to, or formed as part ofheadgear 50. In this form, themask system 100 may be generally arranged per ResMed's MIRAGE SWIFT™ nasal pillows and as described in PCT Publication No. WO 2004/073778 (Gunaratnam et al), the contents of which are hereby expressly incorporated by cross-reference. - The foam used for the
foam contacting portion 200 may be the same as that disclosed in PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al), filed 14 Dec. 2007, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Alternatively, any suitable foam may be used, for example skinned foam. - In another embodiment, the cushion or
foam contacting portion 200 of themask system 100 may be the cushion disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney et al), filed 11 Jan. 2008, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. - The
foam contacting portion 200 may be a single piece of foam. In another form, thefoam contacting portion 200 may be multiple pieces of foam joined together by any suitable means, for example gluing or insert molding. - As shown in the embodiment of
FIGS. 4-9 , thefoam contacting portion 200 may have anorifice 250 for delivery of pressurized air. In one form, theorifice 250 provided to thefoam contacting portion 200 will align with an orifice oraperture 175 or orifices in the decoupling element 170 (e.g., seeFIGS. 11 and 12 ) and/oraperture 115 on frame 110 (e.g., seeFIGS. 8 and 9 ) which is connected to elbow 140 andtube 150, so as to deliver pressurized gas to the patient. Theorifice 250 or orifices provided to thefoam contacting portion 200 may be the same size, smaller or larger than theaperture 175 and/oraperture 115. - In an embodiment, the thickness of
foam contacting portion 200 may be 0.5-50 mm. For example, the thickness offoam contacting portion 200 may be 7-15 mm. In an exemplary embodiment, the thickness offoam contacting portion 200 may be 11 mm. - In an embodiment, the length of
foam contacting portion 200 may be 10 mm-200 mm (or its largest length if it is not square). For example, the length offoam contacting portion 200 may be 40-120 mm. In an exemplary embodiment, the length offoam contacting portion 200 may be 105 mm. In an embodiment, the width offoam contacting portion 200 may be 10 mm-100 mm (or its largest width if it is not square). For example, the width offoam contacting portion 200 may be 30-70 mm. In an exemplary embodiment, the width offoam contacting portion 200 may be 50 mm. - As disclosed in PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al), the foam contacting portion may be impermeable or air permeable. Air permeability may give the foam interface a unique breathability, which acts to increase the comfort at the interface with the user's nose and skin. All air permeability aspects of PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al) are incorporated herein by reference, and all embodiments in this disclosure may contain foam that is air permeable.
- In another embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be retrofitted to existing mask designs, for example ResMed's MIRAGE SWIFT™ as disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,318,437 (Gunaratnam et al) and U.S. Patent Publication No. 2005/0241644 (Lynch et al), each of which is incorporated herein by reference. - Desirable features of an attachment mechanism of the
foam contacting portion 200 to the positioning and stabilizing structure may include: satisfactory comfort, effective position of the interfacing portion and/or being easy to use. Due to the softness of foam, hard connecting pieces may in some forms be felt by the patient's face through the foam. Thus, attachment mechanisms that avoid such patient contact may be desired. - In another embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a positioning and stabilizing structure such as aframe 110 and/or adecoupling element 170 or any other part of themask system 100 by connecting elements such as hook and loop connectors, press studs, etc. Exemplary connecting elements are described below. - In an embodiment, as shown in
FIG. 4-13 , thefoam contacting portion 200 may be connected to amask system 100 by wrapping the foam over or around themask system 100. Thefoam contacting portion 200 may be secured in its wrapped position on themask system 100 by amale connector 300 andfemale connector 310 or series ofconnectors 300, for example seeFIGS. 9 , 10-11, 13, 16 and 17. In the illustrated embodiment, themale connector 300 is provided to thefoam contacting portion 200 and thefemale connector 310 is provided to theframe 110 and/ordecoupling element 170. However, it should be appreciated that the reverse arrangement is possible, i.e., male connector may be provided to the frame and/or decoupling element and the female connector may be provided to the foam contacting portion. - The
foam contacting portion 200 may be any shape such as generally rectangular (seeFIG. 15A ), oval (see FIGS. 15C and 16-18) or hexagonal (seeFIG. 15B ). Additionally, thefoam contacting portion 200 may be any irregular shape, e.g., Y-shaped (seeFIG. 15D ). - As shown in
FIG. 11 , thefoam contacting portion 200 may havemale connectors 300 that engage with opposingfemale connectors 310 on themask system 100. Thefemale connectors 310 on themask system 100 may be on a flexible component (for example, decoupling element 170). Alternatively, thefemale connectors 310 on themask system 100 may be on a less flexible component (for example, frame 110). - The
male connectors 300 may be fixed to thefoam contacting portion 200 by a range of techniques, for example glue. Thefemale connectors 310 may be fixed to themask system 100 by a range of techniques, for example glue. In another form, thefemale connectors 310 may be co-molded to themask system 100. However, the male and female connectors may be permanently or removably attached in other suitable manners. - In a further embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may not connect to themask system 100 bymale connectors 300 on thefoam contacting portion 200 andfemale connectors 310 on themask system 100, e.g., instead thefoam contacting portion 200 may reconnect to itself. For example, as shown inFIG. 19-21 , themale connectors 300 will be placed at one end of thefoam contacting portion 200 with thefemale connectors 310 at the other end of thefoam contacting portion 200, which can then be wrapped around themask system 100 and connected together at connection points 320. - In another embodiment, the foam contacting portion may include a stretchable foam structured to expand or stretch to fit over the frame, decoupling element, etc., and then return to its original shape to tightly grasp the intended surface.
- In a further embodiment, the connection mechanism may be via a
hook 330 andloop 340 system, as shown inFIGS. 22-25 . Themale connectors 300 on thefoam contacting portion 200 may take the form ofhook 330. Thefemale connectors 310 on themask system 100 may take the form ofloop 340. Theloop 340 may be an additional piece attached to themask system 100 or it may be a hole or aperture in themask system 100 to allow engagement of the hook 330 (e.g., seeFIGS. 23-25 ). - Alternatively, the reverse arrangement is possible (i.e.,
loop 340 or hole on thefoam contacting portion 200 and hook 330 on the mask system 100). In this form, theloop 340 may be a hole in thefoam contacting portion 200, and thehook 330 on themask system 100 may be an attached orco-molded hook 330 or may be a pre-existing structure on themask system 100. For example,FIGS. 26-28 illustrate an embodiment in whichconnectors 350 on the frame 110 (e.g., headgear connecting portions for attaching headgear) extend throughrespective openings 340 provided to ends of the foam contacting portion. In yet another form, thehook 330 may have adetent 335 to ensure retention of theloop 340, as shown inFIGS. 29-30 . Thehook 330 andloop 340 may be made from a range of different materials or combination of materials, including but not limited to: wire, silicone, polycarbonate, polypropylene, TPE, polyethylene or any other suitable material. - In a further embodiment, the connection mechanism may be achieved by a
press stud 360 as shown inFIG. 31 . Themale connectors 300 on thefoam contacting portion 200 may take the form of astud 360. Thefemale connectors 310 on the mask system 100 (e.g.,frame 110 or decoupling element 170) may take the form of a hole orrecess 370. Alternatively, the reverse arrangement is possible (i.e.,hole 370 on thefoam contacting portion 200 andstud 360 on the mask system 100). Thepress stud 360 may be made from materials such as metals, polymers or any other suitable material. - In a further embodiment, as shown in
FIGS. 44-47 , thefoam contacting portion 200 may be provided withapertures 380 that are intended to be positioned adjacent alignment holes 180 on themask system 100. A pin oranchor 390 may be used to securefoam contacting portion 200 ontomask system 100 by inserting theanchor 390 throughapertures 380 and alignment holes 180 (seeFIG. 47 ).Anchor 390 may have one ormore locking portions 395 so that once in position, thefoam contacting portion 200 remains in its position on themask system 100. - In a further embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be wrapped onto or around themask system 100 and connected by other type of mechanisms, including but not limited to hook and loop material (e.g., Velcro™ or magnets. - In a further embodiment, the wrapped
foam contacting portion 200 may be permanently connected to themask system 100, for example, by gluing, welding or co-molding. For example, themask system 100 may be made from a foam that can be co-molded with another foam to form thefoam contacting portion 200. In yet another embodiment, the foam may be a flocking foam that is provided to (e.g., sprayed onto) the frame, decoupling element, etc. - Exemplary benefits of the wrapped
foam contacting portion 200 may include: the ease of sealing the foam contacting portion with the patient and the mask system, continuity of feel, top lip comfort, retro-fitability, intuitiveness of assembly and mass production capability. Other benefits of the wrapped foam may include: if the intention is to replace the foam contacting portion on a regular basis (e.g., daily, weekly or monthly—as disclosed in PCT Publication WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al)), the portion that is disposed of is small compared to the mask system. This embodiment therefore minimizes waste and maximizes efficiencies around the packaging, storage and transportation of the replacement foam contacting portions. - In another form, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to amask system 100 by clipping the foam into themask system 100. Thefoam contacting portion 200 may be secured in its clipped position on themask system 100, e.g., by an interference fit. -
FIGS. 32-36 showfoam contacting portion 200 clipped into themask system 100 by aclip 400.Clip 400 is slidably engaged withmask system 100 and secures by an interference fit with a portion (e.g., frame 110) of themask system 100. In an embodiment,clip 400 may be interference fit via lockingbumps 410 withstep 120 on mask system 100 (seeFIG. 48 ). In an alternative embodiment,clip 400 may be secured in place by another other means, including but not limited to: screw type mechanism. In another alternative embodiment, theclip 400 may be permanently secured tomask system 100, for example, by adhesive. In another alternative embodiment,clip 400 may be co-molded or be continuous with themask system 100. - The
clip 400 may be fixed to thefoam contacting portion 200 permanently, for example by adhesive or co-molding. Alternatively,clip 400 may be releasably connected tofoam contacting portion 200, including but not limited to: hook and loop material (e.g., Velcro™). - In an embodiment,
clip 400 may have asupport structure 420 that may have a generally elliptical cross section (e.g., seeFIGS. 33 , 34, 37-39, and 41).Support structure 420 may engage withmask system 100 to secure thefoam contacting portion 200 in place.Support structure 420 may also assist in presenting thefoam contacting structure 200 at a desirable orientation to the patient's nose.Support structure 420 may be hollow to allow the flow of pressurized gas fromair delivery tube 150 to orifice 250 offoam contacting portion 200. - In an embodiment,
clip 400 may comprise anupper surface 440 that engages with foam contacting portion 200 (e.g., seeFIGS. 33 , 34, 39, and 41).Upper surface 440 may be generally planar. In an exemplary embodiment,upper surface 440 may be curved to conform to the contours of the patient's face to improve comfort and seal of the mask.Upper surface 440 may be as wide as thefoam contacting portion 200. Alternatively,upper surface 440 may be smaller or less wide than thefoam contacting portion 200 such that the outer edge offoam contacting portion 200 is able to overhang theupper surface 440 and thus flex at its edge. This arrangement may allow the foam contacting portion to better conform to the patient's face. - In a further embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 need not be connected to themask system 100 via connecting elements. Rather, thefoam contacting portion 200 may be placed on themask system 100 by other means such as pulled over (e.g., like a sock). For example, as shown inFIGS. 55-59 , contactingportion 200 may be a cylindrical or continuous portion of foam with anopening 800 to receive theframe 110 andheadgear connecting portions 112.Foam contacting portion 200 may also haveorifice 250 for interfacing withaperture 175 indecoupling portion 170 to allow the delivery of breathable gas to the patient.Foam contacting portion 200 may also haveopening 260 for interfacing withaperture 115 offrame 110. - In another embodiment, the
foam contacting portion 200 may be connected to an intermediate connecting structure 315 (seeFIG. 14 ). This intermediate connectingstructure 315 may connect to thefoam contacting portion 200 on one side and connect to themask system 100 on the other side. This may include but is not limited to: thefoam contacting portion 200 may be connected to a piece of flexible fabric material (e.g., Breath-O-Prene™ by Accumed) which is then connected to the mask system 100 (or part(s) of the mask system 100). Alternatively, the intermediate connectingstructure 315 shown inFIG. 14 may not connect to themask system 100, instead it may wrap around the mask system and the left and right intermediate connectingstructures 315 may connect to each other. - In a further embodiment, the foam may be fixed (e.g., using an adhesive) to an adaptor or clipping mechanism, which in turn connects via an interference fit onto the mask frame.
- In a further embodiment, the foam may be provided in various sizes to accommodate varying anthropometric requirements. Typical nasal pillow designs have sizes based on the nostrils of the population as these pillows seal around the nares. However, the same sizing may not be ideal for the
foam contacting portion 200 as it does not seal on the edge of, or inside the nares. Instead sizing may be based on sealing against the area around the nares (as indicated by the dashed line dl around the nares inFIG. 42 ). -
FIG. 42 presents a two-dimensional view of the underside of the nose and defines the areas that may be considered for sealing the nostrils. Theorifice 250 on thefoam contacting portion 200 should be within the bounds of the area of the nose (shown by the dashed line d2 inFIG. 42 ) so that the mask can sealingly engage with the nose. Should theorifice 250 be any larger than the region of the nose (dashed line d2), the mask may leak. In an embodiment, theorifice 250 should not be any smaller than the region within the nares (shown by the dashed line d1) so as to occlude the patient's airway. The orifice in the foam may encroach on the nostril openings on some noses and some degree of partial occlusion may be acceptable. - In a further embodiment, there may be one
orifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200. In one form, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be generally trapezoidal or ‘D’ shaped as shown inFIGS. 8 , and 16-18. In another form, theorifice 250 may be circular or oval (as shown in FIGS. 14 and 15A-15D), square (not shown) or any other shape fitting within the aforementioned limits. - In a further embodiment and referring to
FIG. 43 , theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be 15-50 mm wide (indicated inFIG. 43 by dimension 500). In an exemplary embodiment, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be about 22 mm wide. In another exemplary embodiment, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be about 31 mm wide. In an embodiment, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be 5-30 mm high (indicated inFIG. 43 by dimension 600). In an exemplary embodiment, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be about 11 mm high. In another exemplary embodiment, theorifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may be about 16 mm high. - In a further embodiment, the
orifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200 may have an angle of 10-80° (indicated inFIG. 43 by dimension 700). In an exemplary embodiment,angle 700 is about 67° . In another exemplary embodiment,angle 700 is about 50° . - In a further embodiment, there may be more than one
orifice 250 in thefoam contacting portion 200. In one form, there may be twoorifices 250, e.g., each generally oval in shape. In another form, there may be a plurality of orifices 250 (for example, 3, 4, 5, 10 or more), e.g., each that are generally round. In another form, there may bemultiple orifices 250 of any shape, within the limits shown above (indicated by the dashed lines d1 and d2 inFIG. 42 ). - A
patient interface 10 provides a structure for suitable positioning, suspension and stabilizing of the interfacingportion 200 of thepatient interface 10 at an entrance to the airways of the patient. This structure includes: thedecoupling element 170, theframe 110 andheadgear 50 withrigidizers 90. Thedecoupling element 170 acts as a form of suspension system or force insulation system whereby it isolates forces from one portion of thepatient interface 10 from another portion of thepatient interface 10. Theheadgear 50 andrigidizers 90 form a structure that may resist bending in one or more directions (and/or from tube drag) and yet is flexible to conform to different facial geometries, or to move in response to other potentially disruptive forces. In combination with the suspension system, a greater range of movement of a mask system in accordance with an embodiment of the invention can be accommodated without disrupting the seal than in prior art mask systems. - A
frame 110 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention as shown inFIGS. 49-54 , serves a number of functions, including: a connection point todecoupling element 170,headgear rigidizers 90 andelbow 140. A given functional feature may reside in different structures. For example, the stabilizing portion ofheadgear 50 may be formed as part of aframe 110 either additionally or alternatively. -
Frame 110 may connect to theelbow 140 viaaperture 115, whereby the elbow clips into theaperture 115, or interfaces with theaperture 115 by any such means so as to join theelbow 140 to theframe 110.Frame 110 may be generally rectangular or any other desired shape, for example seeFIGS. 49-54 .Frame 110 is intended to support thedecoupling element 170 andfoam contacting portion 200 and connect themask system 100 to theheadgear 50, thereby securing themask system 100 on the patient's face.Frame 110 connects to theheadgear 50 by connectingportions 112, whererigidizers 90 removably connect to connecting portions 112 (e.g., seeFIG. 7 ). Such a connection is described in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney), which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.Frame 110 may be at least partially constructed from a resilient material such as silicone, polycarbonate, polypropylene, nylon, or any other desired material. -
Decoupling element 170 may be generally oval as shown in FIGS. 11 and 49-54 withorifice 175 adapted to align with opening infoam contacting portion 200.Decoupling element 170 may absorb some of the forces from the frame, headgear and tube by flexing and compressing (e.g., like a gusset or suspension system) so as to prevent misalignment of thefoam contacting portion 200 with the nares of the patient.Decoupling element 170 may be formed from a flexible material such as silicone.Decoupling element 170 may be connected to frame 110 by an interference fit. Alternatively,decoupling element 170 may be permanently fixed or formed with theframe 110 by co-molding or glue.Decoupling element 170 may also be attached to the foam contacting portion. In one form, thefoam contacting portion 200 is a layer of foam that is wrapped, connected, slid or otherwise positioned on a supporting structure. - In a further embodiment, the
decoupling element 170 of the support structure may be the decoupling element disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney), which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. In an embodiment, theframe 110 of themask system 100 may be the frame disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney). - The particularly soft mechanical properties of an exemplary foam (as disclosed in PCT Publication No. WO 2008/070929 (Veliss et al)) means that the foam contacting portion may be provided with support and reinforcement to perform its function with the nasal air passages. The
frame 110 anddecoupling element 170 may be suitable structures to provide this supporting mechanism, providing appropriate balance between shape and support for positioning thefoam contacting portion 200, structural compliance and resilience for comfort on the nose (e.g., allow rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to resist tube drag and headgear tension). -
Headgear 50 may include three main strap sections:top straps 60, backstrap 70 and side straps 80.Top straps 60 may be placed over the top of the patient's head and may be one continuous piece of material or multiple pieces of material joined together by abuckle 95 as shown inFIGS. 1-3 . - Back
strap 70 may be placed around the back of the patient's head and may be one piece of continuous material or multiple pieces of material joined together by a buckle. -
Top strap 60 and backstrap 70 may be adjusted using hook and loop fasteners (such as Velcro™) or with thebuckle 95.Buckle 95 may also have a lock that prevents thetop strap 60 from loosening off. Such abuckle 95 with lock is described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,318,437 (Gunaratnam et al), which is incorporate herein by reference in its entirety. - Side straps 80 are generally positioned on the sides of the patient's face, from above or near the ear, passing under the eyes and ending at the nose of the patient. Side straps 80 may be reinforced with
rigidizers 90 that may assist in supporting themask system 100 in position.Rigidizers 90 may be attached to side straps at: the patient contacting side of side straps 80 (not shown), within side straps 80 by co-molding or other such technique (not shown), or on the exterior non-patient contacting side of side straps 80 (seeFIGS. 1 and 3 ).Rigidizers 90 may be connected toside straps 80 by: gluing, stitching, co-molding, or any other suitable means. - Side straps 80 may also include cheek supports 85 that lie generally horizontally on the cheeks of the patient, generally at the cheek bone region, to better position the
mask system 100 on the face of the user. Such an arrangement is shown in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney). - The
mask system 100 may be connected to a supply of pressurized breathable gas to deliver therapy to the patient. Theair delivery system 130 may include: anelbow 140 and atube 150 as shown inFIGS. 1-3 . - Elbow 140 is generally an L-shaped, hollow cylinder and may be constructed of a generally rigid material such as polycarbonate or polypropylene. Elbow 140 may also include one or more vent holes 160 (see
FIG. 3 ) to allow exhaust gases from the patient to expel into the atmosphere. Elbow 140 may also include a one way anti-asphyxia valve. - In a further embodiment, the
elbow 140 may be the same as that disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney). -
Tube 150 is generally a hollow, cylinder with a reinforcing member 155 (seeFIGS. 1 and 3 ) integrally molded intotube 150. The reinforcingmember 155 may include a generally helical shape so as to allow thetube 150 to flex without occluding.Tube 150 may be flexible, resilient and stretchable in a longitudinal direction. -
Tube 150 may be constructed of a polymer or fabric, e.g., Hytrel™. Such a tube is disclosed in U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/031,407 (Henry et al), filed 26 Feb. 2008, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. -
Tube 150 may connect to theelbow 140 so as to deliver breathable gas to the patient through thepatient interface 10. Thetube 150 may connect to elbow 140 by any reasonable means, such as a clip, interference fit, etc. - In a further embodiment, the
tube 150 may be the same as that disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/219,852 (Guney). - In the illustrated forms of the invention, the
mask system 100 of which the foam interfacing portion forms a part is generally configured under the nose of the patient. However, in other forms, themask system 100 may be a nasal or full-face mask, or an oro-nasal mask. For example, in one form, a foam-based under-the-nose configuration may be combined with a gel, silicone or rubber portion, for example a silicone mouth cushion. - While the invention has been described in connection with what are presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the invention. Also, the various embodiments described above may be implemented in conjunction with other embodiments, e.g., aspects of one embodiment may be combined with aspects of another embodiment to realize yet other embodiments. Further, each independent feature or component of any given assembly may constitute an additional embodiment. Furthermore, each individual component of any given assembly, one or more portions of an individual component of any given assembly, and various combinations of components from one or more embodiments may include one or more ornamental design features. In addition, while the invention has particular application to patients who suffer from OSA, it is to be appreciated that patients who suffer from other illnesses (e.g., congestive heart failure, diabetes, morbid obesity, stroke, bariatric surgery, etc.) can derive benefit from the above teachings. Moreover, the above teachings have applicability with patients and non-patients alike in non-medical applications.
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1. A patient interface for delivering breathable gas to a patient, the patient interface comprising:
a foam interfacing portion adapted to provide a nasal interface to contact under and around the patient's nose in use, and the foam interfacing portion including an orifice adapted to surround both the patient's nares in use; and
a positioning and stabilizing structure to support the foam interfacing portion in an operative position on the patient's face, wherein the positioning and stabilizing structure is structured to provide a range of rotational, axial, and/or lateral movement to the foam interfacing portion while maintaining a sufficient interface and resisting the application of tube drag and/or headgear tension to the foam interfacing portion.
2. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the positioning and stabilizing structure includes a decoupling element, a frame, and/or headgear.
3. A patient interface according to claim 2 , wherein the foam interfacing portion is provided to an exterior surface of the decoupling element.
4. A patient interface according to claim 2 , wherein the foam interfacing portion is wrapped around the frame and the decoupling element.
5. A patient interface according to claim 4 , wherein the foam interfacing portion is secured in its wrapped position by one or more connectors.
6. A patient interface according to claim 5 , wherein the connectors includes a male connector and a female connector.
7. A patient interface according to claim 6 , wherein the foam interfacing portion includes the male connector and the frame and/or decoupling element includes the female connector.
8. A patient interface according to claim 5 , wherein the connectors includes a hook and loop arrangement.
9. A patient interface according to claim 5 , wherein the connectors includes a press stud arrangement.
10. A patient interface according to claim 5 , wherein the connectors includes a hook and loop material.
11. A patient interface according to claim 5 , wherein the connectors includes a clip arrangement.
12. A patient interface according to claim 2 , wherein the decoupling element is formed from silicone.
13. A patient interface according to claim 2 , wherein the foam interfacing portion is secured in position using existing structure on the decoupling element, frame, and/or headgear.
14. A patient interface according to claim 2 , wherein the orifice is structured to align with an orifice provided to the frame and/or decoupling element.
15. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the orifice of the foam interfacing portion is D-shaped.
16. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the orifice of the foam interfacing portion includes a width of about 15-50 mm.
17. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the orifice of the foam interfacing portion includes a height of about 5-30 mm.
18. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the foam interfacing portion includes a thickness of about 0.5-50 mm.
19. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the foam interfacing portion includes a length of about 10-200 mm and a width of about 10-100 mm.
20. A patient interface according to claim 1 , wherein the foam interfacing portion is structured to form a seal with the patient's nares.
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