ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 5 -- United States Patent no. 12,214,132, issued on Feb. 4.
"Endotracheal tube guard with optional holding system and optional sensor" was invented by Marie Pavini (Chittenden, Vt.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "Disclosed embodiments of an endotracheal tube (ETT) guard system help to hinder self-extubation of the ETT of an awake patient who may reflexively attempt removal, but also allow early mobilization and exercise necessary for preservation of muscle strength. Embodiments may include an ETT holder, which may be generic ETT holders offered by various medical device companies, or a specially configured ETT holder as described herein. Embodiments also may include a sen...