Inventors:
Neil R. MacIntyre - Durham NC
International Classification:
A61M 1100, A61M 1610, A61M 1500, A62B 906
Abstract:
An endotracheal tube adapted for aerosol generation at the distal end thereof and which is a modification of existing endotracheal tubes. The improved tube incorporates first and second conduits along the length thereof in order to deliver a liquid to be aerosolized and a high velocity gas at the distal end of the endotracheal tube so as to create an aerosol within the lungs. The distal end of the gas conveying catheter is configured to direct the high velocity gas transported therethrough across the pathway of the liquid solution exiting the distal end of the first conduit to facilitate the creation of an aerosol for high efficiency delivery of the liquid solution.