Archive · 31 May 2025
AIIMS Nurse Patents Respiratory Device to Curb Infections
A nurse at AIIMS Raipur created a special device called HOAC Combo to help patients breathe easier and protect them from infections during certain medical procedures.
It's like a closed bubble that keeps germs from spreading in the air.
The device is designed for things like nebulization and oxygen therapy.
The nurse has been granted a patent and is now working to get funding for further studies and wider use.
The device was shown at a big innovation event in New Delhi, and the hospital is recognizing the nurse's contribution.
Arokiaraj U, a nurse at AIIMS Raipur, developed the HOAC Combo respiratory device.
The device received a utility patent from the Indian Patent Office.
The HOAC Combo aims to reduce airborne infections during respiratory procedures.
The device was showcased at the India Innovation Summit 2025 in New Delhi.
AIIMS Raipur is seeking funding for further development and implementation.
- Who
- Arokiaraj U, a Senior Nursing Officer at AIIMS Raipur, developed the device.
- What
- A closed-system respiratory support unit named HOAC Combo, designed to reduce airborne infections during respiratory procedures.
- When
- The device was showcased at the India Innovation Summit 2025, held on March 18–19.
- Where
- AIIMS Raipur; showcased in New Delhi at the India Innovation Summit 2025.
- Why
- To reduce the risk of airborne infections during respiratory procedures for both patients and healthcare workers.
- Device Name
- HOAC Combo
- Developer
- Arokiaraj U
- Occupation
- Senior Nursing Officer
- Affiliation
- AIIMS Raipur
- Patent Granted By
- Indian Patent Office
- Purpose
- Reduce airborne infections during respiratory procedures