| abstract |
Apparatus for delivering a flow of breathing gas to a patient, comprising: a cannula; first and second cannula branches extending from the cannula, the first and second cannula branches having respective first and second ends configured to engage the patient's nostrils in a non-occlusive manner; a frame configured to contact the patient's face and to hold the first and second ends in engagement with the nostrils of the patient; and Straps provided at respective ends of the frame, wherein the straps are configured to engage the patient's ears to hold the frame in contact with the patient's face. |