Medical garment with hood and face protection

Abstract

Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising the following: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body.

Description

Background of the invention

[0001] Medical garments are of particular importance in many medical fields because they protect the wearer from potentially harmful environmental pollutants. A key feature of such garments is their barrier function, meaning their ability to form a barrier between the wearer and environmental pollutants. Another important feature is the ease of putting the garment on and taking it off when needed. Some known medical garments have features that allow for easy donning and doffing. These may be limited to covering and / or protecting the wearer's body, but may not include a hood or other suitable protection for the face and / or head.Furthermore, the materials used to manufacture garments intended to provide adequate barrier function in medical or similar biologically hazardous environments are typically not breathable, leading to a buildup of heat and carbon dioxide under the garment and around the wearer. Therefore, there is an engineering need for medical clothing that is useful in medical and / or biologically hazardous environments, provides an acceptable barrier function (including a hood or appropriate headgear), can be worn with a helmet or headgear, and incorporates a ventilation system to aid airflow under the garment and around the wearer. Summary of the invention

[0002] The present disclosure relates generally to a medical garment. The medical garment includes a hood that can be attached to a surgical helmet. The medical garment can serve as a barrier between the wearer of the medical garment and the environment.

[0003] An exemplary configuration includes a medical garment (10) that can be worn over a helmet with a ventilation arrangement. The medical garment also includes an upper body panel (12, 112) comprising a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge, and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extend from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair Relief incisions (66, 166) are located in the central body section.

[0004] In another exemplary configuration, a medical garment (10) is designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement. The medical garment also comprises an upper body panel (12, 112) that defines a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge, and a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extend from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also comprises a lower body panel (22) with an upper and a lower edge, wherein the upper edge of the lower body panel (22) is coupled to the front circumferential edge (20, 120) of the upper body panel (12, 112) via a heat seal. The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on or coupled to the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is located between the pair of relieving incisions (66, 166) in the central body section.

[0005] In another exemplary configuration, a medical garment (10) is designed to be worn over a helmet with a ventilation arrangement. The medical garment also comprises an upper body panel (12, 112) that includes a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge, and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left sleeve and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extend from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also features an outer seam (68) extending across the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). The outer seam (68) is positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). The garment has a head opening (64, 164) in the mid-body area, defined such that the center of gravity / center of the head opening (64, 164) is proximal to the outer seam (68).The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair Relief incisions (66, 166) are located in the central body section.

[0006] In another exemplary configuration, a medical garment (10) is designed to be worn over a helmet with a ventilation arrangement. The medical garment also includes an upper body panel (12, 112) that comprises a central body section, which includes a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defines a head opening (64, 164). The head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left sleeve and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), with both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extending from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also has an outer seam (68) extending across the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). The garment also has a head opening (64, 164) defined in the central body section of the upper body (12, 112) such that the head opening (64, 164) is centered on the outer seam (68).The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair Relief incisions (66, 166) are located in the central body section.

[0007] In another exemplary configuration, a medical garment (10) is designed to be worn over a helmet with a ventilation arrangement. The medical garment also includes an upper body panel (12, 112) that comprises a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge, and defining a head opening (64, 164). The head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left sleeve and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), with both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extending from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also features an outer seam (68) extending across the central body section between the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). The garment also includes the head opening (64, 164), which is defined in the central body section such that the front edge of the head opening (64, 164) is positioned at the outer seam (68).The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair Relief incisions (66, 166) are located in the central body section.

[0008] In another exemplary configuration, a medical garment (10) is designed to be worn over a helmet with a ventilation system. The medical garment also includes an upper body panel (12, 112) that comprises a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge, and defining a head opening (64, 164). The head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section. The garment also includes a left sleeve and a right sleeve (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b), with both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) extending from opposite sides of the central body section.The garment also features an outer seam (68) extending across the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). The garment also includes the head opening (64, 164), which is defined in the central body section such that the front edge of the head opening (64, 164) is positioned at a first distance proximal to the outer seam (68).The garment also includes a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is heat-sealed to the central body section, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair Relief incisions (66, 166) are located in the central body section.

[0009] Further aims, features and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent when it is better understood after reading the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Brief description of the drawings

[0010] Further advantages of the invention will become apparent when it is better understood through the following detailed description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, which show the following: Fig. Figure 1 is a perspective front view of an exemplary configuration of a medical garment that includes a hood with a transparent face shield. Fig. Figure 2 is a front view of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 3 is a perspective rear view of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 4 is a rear view of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 5 is a front view of a first configuration of a lower body path of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 6 is a top view of a first configuration of an upper body path of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 7 is a top view of a first configuration of a filter section of the hood of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. Figure 8 is a top view of a first configuration of a front path for coupling with the filter section made of Fig. 7, to remove the hood of the medical garment Fig. 1 to form, with the front strip containing the transparent face shield. Fig. Figure 9 is an exploded view of the medical garment made of Fig. 1, wherein the medical garment comprises the hood, the upper body and the lower body. Fig. 10A is a top view of the upper body path from Fig. 6, wherein a front edge of a head opening is located near an outer seam of the upper body path. Fig. 10B is a top view of the upper body path from Fig. 6, wherein an anterior edge of a head opening is arranged at a distance distal to an external suture of the upper body path. Fig. 11 is a top view of a second configuration of an upper body path of the medical garment made of Fig. 1, wherein the upper body section has an alternative sleeve shape. Fig. Figure 12 is a top view of a second configuration of a lower body path of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. 13A is a top view of a third configuration of an upper body path of the medical garment made of Fig. 1. Fig. 13B is a top view of an alternative configuration of the upper body path from Fig. 13A, wherein the upper body panel includes fasteners for changing the fit of the medical garment. Fig. 13C is a top view of an alternative configuration of the upper body path from Fig. 13A, wherein the upper body path includes ties for changing the fit of the medical garment. Fig. 13D is a top view of an alternative configuration of the upper body path. Fig. 13A, wherein the upper body path includes an alternative band configuration to modify the fit of the medical garment. Fig. Figure 14 is a top view of a second configuration of a front panel of the hood of the medical garment made of Fig. 1, wherein the front panel includes the transparent face shield and a lower flap. Fig. 15 is a top view of a second configuration of a filter section for connection with the front track of Fig. 14, to make a hood of the medical garment from Fig. 1 to form. Fig. Figure 16 is a top view of a third configuration of a front panel of a hood, which can be used as a standalone hood or connected to an upper body panel of a medical garment. Fig. 17 is a top view of a fourth configuration of a front panel of a hood, which can be used as a standalone hood or connected to an upper body panel of a medical garment. Detailed description of the invention

[0011] Maintaining a reliable barrier between medical personnel, patients, and / or individuals handling biological or otherwise potentially hazardous materials to prevent the exchange or transmission of foreign bodies during medical procedures and / or the handling of equipment exposed to foreign bodies is of paramount importance. During medical procedures and / or when handling items exposed to biological or hazardous materials, a person may wear a medical garment, such as the one described in the [reference to relevant section]. Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. 4 medical garments shown 10.

[0012] Accordingly, the medical garment 10 can comprise an upper body panel 12, a lower body panel 22, 28, and a hood 32. The upper body panel 12, the lower body panel 22, 28, and the hood 32 can be separate components that are joined and / or coupled together to form the medical garment 10. However, it is also possible for the upper body panel 12, the lower body panel 22, 28, and the hood 32 to be designed as a single piece of material. The medical garment 10 can be designed for attachment to a surgical helmet (not shown) with a ventilation system, such as the surgical helmet shown and described in granted U.S. Patent No. 10,750,800 and International Publication No. WO 2019 / 147923, both of which are hereby incorporated by reference.Medical garment 10 is designed to form a barrier, such as a microbial barrier, between the wearer and the environment. This barrier significantly reduces the likelihood of the wearer coming into contact with biological or hazardous fluids or solid particles during a surgical procedure or when handling equipment exposed to or contaminated with such materials or particles. The barrier also prevents foreign particles released by the wearer from entering the environment and contaminating a clean or sterile area.

[0013] In the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. Figure 4 shows the medical garment 10 in the form of a toga or a hooded medical gown; however, it is also possible to design the medical garment 10 as a shirt, jacket, or hood only. The medical garment 10, including the upper body panels 12, 22, 28, and / or the hood 32, can be made of any suitable surgical fabric 14 or a combination of fabrics to repel and / or absorb water, foreign bodies, and other contaminants. The surgical fabric may comprise multiple layers. One such layer may be a microporous film that allows gas to pass through while maintaining the microbial barrier. In certain configurations, the surgical fabric conforms to ASTM F1670-98 for blood penetration resistance and / or ASTM F1671-97B for viral penetration resistance.In a non-restrictive example of surgical tissue, the surgical fabric of medical garment 10 has a pore size in the range of approximately 0.05 to 0.20 micrometers. However, other pore sizes for the surgical tissue are also conceivable.

[0014] It is further envisaged that the medical garment 10 consists of several different fabrics that are bonded together to form the barrier. For example, the medical garment 10 may include a hood 32, which consists mainly of a surgical barrier fabric and a filter fabric. The filter fabric may be more permeable and thus more breathable than the surgical barrier fabric described above. The filter fabric may be located in an area with a lower risk of microbial particles penetrating the barrier, for example, above and / or behind the wearer's head, and may be designed to facilitate airflow through the barrier. As described in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the hood 32 can, for example, comprise a front section 34 and a rear section 38, wherein the front section 34 is formed from a barrier fabric that prevents the passage of material and / or particles through the material, and the rear section 38 is formed from the filter fabric, which is more breathable. The surgical barrier fabric 34 can be attached to the filter fabric 38 by any suitable means, such as adhesive, sewing, welding, or a combination thereof.

[0015] As in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the hood 32 of the medical garment 10 can additionally include a transparent face shield 36, also called a face guard or shield. The shield 36 allows the wearer to see through the barrier formed by the hood 32. The shield 36 is generally a plate-like structure and can be about 1 mm thick or less. The shield 36 can be attached and / or fastened to an opening or recess in the front section 34 of the hood 32. The surgical fabric of the front section 34 of the hood 32 can be attached around the edge of the shield 36 by sewing, snap fasteners, hook and loop fasteners, gluing, welding, or a combination thereof. The shield 36 can be made of a transparent material such as polycarbonate. Such a polycarbonate is marketed by Sabic under the brand name LEXAN. The shield 36 of the hood 32 can also be tinted to protect the wearer's eyes from increased light exposure.Furthermore, the Protection 36 can be flexible, allowing it to adapt to different head sizes, as described below.

[0016] The hood 32 and / or, more generally, the medical garment 10 may also have one or more fastening elements (not shown) attached around the hood 32 or the medical garment 10. These fastening elements are also referred to as garment fasteners. The fastening elements are designed for the detachable attachment of the hood 32 or the medical garment 10 to a surgical helmet. Examples of fastening elements for attaching a hood 32 with a protective cover 36 to a helmet are described in granted U.S. Patent No. 10,750,800 and International Publication No. WO 2019 / 147923, which are hereby incorporated by reference.

[0017] With reference to Fig. Figure 5 shows a configuration of a lower body panel 22 of the medical garment 10. The lower body panel 22 can have an upper edge 24. The upper edge 24 can further have an upwardly projecting tab 54 that facilitates coupling of the lower body panel 22 with the upper body panel 12. The tab 54 can form an attachment point for coupling the lower body panel 22 with the upper body panel 12. The lower body panel 22 can consist of a single piece of material.

[0018] The lower body panel 22 may also include a lower section 28, which is detachably attached to the underside of the lower body panel 22. The lower section 28 may be attached to the lower body panel 22 by a breakable connection, such as a perforated seam, a zipper, snap fasteners, hook and loop fastener, or a similar closure. The lower section 28 of the lower body panel 22 may be detachable to adjust the length of the lower body panel 22 to the wearer's height and / or build.

[0019] The lower body panel 22 can also include one or more straps 26. The straps 26A, 26B can be arranged on opposite sides of the lower body panel 22 and extend from it, and be designed to fasten the lower body panel 22, and thus also the medical garment 10, around and behind the wearer. For example, the straps 26A, 26B can consist of narrow strips of material extending from opposite sides of the lower body panel 22, so that after the medical garment 10 is put on, the straps 26A, 26B run behind the wearer and can be connected to each other to fasten the medical garment to the wearer. Although not shown in the figures, it is also possible for the straps 26A, 26B to have one or more snap fasteners, buttons, hook-and-loop fasteners, or similar closures that allow the straps 26A, 26B to be detachably fastened behind the wearer.The bands 26A, 26B can be made of the same material as the lower body tract 22, for example, the barrier tissue described above. As shown in the figures, the lower body tract 22 is cut from a single piece of material, so that the bands 26A, 26B are uniformly formed as part of the lower body tract 22.

[0020] The lower body track 22 may also have one or more relief cuts 56A, 56B near the point where the individual ligaments 26A, 26B originate from and / or are attached to the lower body track 22. As shown in the figures, the relief cuts may, for example, include a radius cut 56A, 56B at the point where the ligaments 26A, 26B originate from the lower body track 22. Although not shown, the relief cuts 56A, 56B may also be in the form of a slot, a rounded or angular cut, a recess, or a notch to provide additional flexibility, movement, and / or positioning of the ligaments 26A, 26B.

[0021] Fig. Figure 6 shows the configuration of an upper body panel 12 of the medical garment 10. The upper body panel 12 can include a pair of sleeves 14A, 14B, each sleeve 14A, 14B optionally having a thumbhole 16A, 16B near the sleeve opening 18A, 18B. The upper body panel 12 is shaped such that, by means of folds along an outer seam, the opposite sleeve edges 46A, 46B meet and form a seam that defines a cavity through the sleeves 46A, 46B. The sleeves can additionally be cut to define one or more relief incisions near the proximal end of each sleeve 60A, 60B, 62A, 62B. These relief incisions 60A, 60B, 62A, 62B can be used to define an opening in the wearer's armpit when putting on the gown and to improve ventilation of this area. The relief incisions 60A, 60B, 62A, 62B can also be used to attach the upper body panel 12 to the lower body panel 22.With reference to . Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. The upper body panel 12 of the medical garment 10 can be coupled to the lower body panel 22. The upper body panel 12 can have a front edge 20 that is designed to form a seam with the upper edge 24 of the lower body panel 22. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the leading edge 20 of the upper body track 12 can define a tab 58 formed between a pair of relief cuts 62A, 62B. The tab 58 of the upper body track 12 can be positioned to overlap the tab 54 of the lower body track 52. The relief cuts 62A, 62B can be configured so that the overlapping section of the tabs 54, 58 can be passed through a heating roller to weld and / or couple the tabs 54, 58 together, thus connecting the upper body track 12 to the lower body track 22. Without the relief cuts 62A, 62B, the leading edge 20 and the upper edge 24 of the respective webs 12, 22 may not be able to pass through a continuous heating roller to weld and couple the upper body web 12 with the lower body web 22.The heat sealing creates a seam between the upper body path 12 and the lower body path 22, which resists the transmission of biological or hazardous substances or particles through the seam.

[0022] The upper body path 12 can also be provided with a head opening 64 in a central body section of the upper body path 12. The head opening can be defined by a front circumferential edge 65. The front circumferential edge 65 can be designed to be flat or slightly chamfered. The head opening is further bounded by a rear circumferential edge 67. The rear circumferential edge 67 can be formed as an arc-shaped or U-shaped edge that connects the opposite ends of the front circumferential edge 65. Although not shown in the figures, a V-, circular, square, or similar shape for the rear circumferential edge 67 is conceivable.

[0023] The head opening 64 can further comprise a relief cut 66A, 66B formed at one or both ends of the front circumferential edge 65. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the relief cut(s) 66A, 66B comprise a slit extending from each end of the front circumferential edge 65 of the head opening 64. The pair of relief cut(s) 66A, 66B, one at each end of the front circumferential edge 65, allows the front circumferential edge 65 of the head opening to be lifted or folded away from the adjacent material of the upper body panel 12 and / or the head opening in order to attach the hood 32 to the upper body panel 12. This process is described in more detail below.

[0024] The upper body panel 12 may further comprise one or more breakable connections 48A, 48B, for example, a perforation. The perforations 48A, 48B on the reverse side of the upper body panel 12 may extend between the head opening 64 and a circumferential edge of the upper body panel 12. The one or more perforations 48A, 48B may define a detachable section 50 of the upper body panel 12. The perforations 48A, 48B, in combination with the detachable section 50, allow the medical garment 10 to be quickly removed by tearing open one or more breakable connections 48A, 48B after the head opening 64 has been pulled over the wearer's head during donning.

[0025] With reference to the Fig. 7 and Fig. Figure 8 shows an exemplary configuration of both a rear section 38 and a front section 34, forming the hood 32 of the medical garment 10. As described above, the rear section 38 of the hood 32 can be made of a breathable filter fabric that allows air to pass through more easily. The rear section 38 is connected to the front section 34, leaving a lower edge 44 of the rear section 38 free. The front section 34 forms an opening to receive the protective shield 36. The hood 32 is designed to sit on the wearer's head and / or on a helmet, so that the protective shield 36 is positioned in front of the wearer's face. The front section 34 also includes a front edge 40 and a lower side edge 42 extending from opposite ends of the front edge.The front edge 40 and optionally the lower side edge 42 can be coupled with the upper body path 12 to form the medical garment 10.

[0026] With reference to Fig. Figure 9 shows an exploded view of the medical garment 10. As described above, the upper edge 24 of the lower body panel is connected to the front edge 20 of the upper body panel 12. This connection can be made by creating a heat seal between the flaps 24, 58 of the lower body panel 22 and the upper body panel 12. It is also possible to connect the flaps 24, 58 of the lower body panel 22 and the upper body panel 12 in other ways, for example by welding, sewing, hook and loop fastener, adhesive, zipper, snap fasteners, or similar fabric joining methods. Likewise, the front edge 40 of the front section 34 of the hood 32 can be connected to the front circumferential edge 65 of the upper body panel 12.The leading edge 40 of the front section 34 of the hood 32 can be overlapped with the leading circumferential edge 65 of the upper body panel 12, and the overlapping areas of the leading section 34 and the upper body panel can be heat-sealed. This can be achieved by using a continuous heating roller, since there are relief cuts 66A, 66B at the opposite ends of the leading circumferential edge 65 of the head opening 64.

[0027] With reference to Fig. 10A and Fig. Figure 10B shows exemplary configurations of the upper body panel 12A, 12B, wherein the head openings 64 are arranged at different locations on the upper body panel 12A, 12B relative to the outer seam 68. In the clothing industry, the outer seam 68 refers to the fold line on a shirt, jacket, or similar garment. As shown in the Fig. 10A and Fig. As shown in Figure 10B, the outer seam 68 can be defined as an axis between the thumb holes or the center of the distal end of sleeves 14A, 14B. Likewise, the outer seam 68 can be configured to bisect sleeves 14A, 14B.

[0028] The first exemplary configuration of the upper body orbit 12A in Fig. Figure 10A shows the head opening 64 in the upper body path 12A such that the front circumferential edge 65 is positioned on or near the outer seam 68 of the upper body path 12A. Alternatively, the second exemplary configuration of the upper body path 12B is shown in Fig. 10B the head opening 64 in the upper body panel 12B such that the front circumferential edge 65 lies at a distance D1 close to the outer seam 68 of the upper body panel 12A. By positioning the head opening 64 at a distance D1 from the outer seam, the upper body panel 12 of the medical garment 10 lies more comfortably on the wearer. In particular, this can result in the front circumferential edge 65 of the head opening lying closer to the wearer's neck when the medical garment is put on, instead of the front circumferential edge 65 hanging forward, i.e., resting on the wearer's chest.

[0029] With reference to Fig. Figure 11 shows an alternative configuration of the upper body panel 12C. This alternative configuration includes an asymmetrical sleeve design, with the outer seam 68 defined by an axis between the thumb holes 16 of the upper body panel 12C. In this configuration, the outer seam 68 does not bisect the sleeves 14A, 14B, but is centered on the opening 18 at the distal end of each sleeve 14A, 14B when folded. As above with respect to the upper body panel 12A, 12B in Fig. 10A and Fig. As described in 10B, the head opening 64 can be positioned relative to the outer seam 68 to improve the fit of the upper body panel 12C on the wearer.

[0030] With reference to Fig. Figure 12 shows a configuration of the lower body tract 22 with an alternative relief incision 56, where the ligaments 26 extend from the lower body tract 22. In the configuration described above and in Fig. In the version shown in Figure 5, the rounded relief cut 26 extends into the body of the ligament 26. Alternatively, as shown in Figure 5, the rounded relief cut 26 can be made in the body of the ligament 26. Fig. 12 shows a rounded relief cut 26 arranged so that it extends into the body of the lower body path 22.

[0031] With reference to the Fig. Sections 13A to 13D show various alternative configurations of the upper body orbit 112. Fig. Figure 13A shows a configuration of the upper body panel 112A with modified relief cuts 160, 162 at the proximal ends of each sleeve 114. The posterior panel of the upper body panel 112A is shortened. Fig. Figures 13B to 13D show an upper body panel 112B, 112C, 112D with the same basic shape, but with additional fasteners 170A or straps 170B, 170C that change the position of the upper body panel 112B, 112C, 112D on the wearer.

[0032] With reference to Fig. Figure 13B shows a configuration of the upper body path 112B with a fastener 170A for size adjustment and / or adjustment of the head opening 164. The fastener 170A can consist of one or more buttons, snap fasteners, magnets, or similar closures arranged around the head opening 164, which tighten, compress, and / or narrow the head opening 164. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 13B, the upper body path 112B can, for example, comprise a pair of closures 170A spaced apart from each other and located near the head opening 164. The closures can be configured to be detachably coupled to each other in order to narrow the head opening. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 13B, connecting the fasteners 170A would narrow the head opening 164 around the wearer's neck after the medical garment is put on. This would cause the head opening 164 to tighten around the wearer's neck and prevent the medical garment 10 from slipping down and / or forward on the wearer.

[0033] With reference to the Fig. 13C and Fig. Figure 13D shows a configuration of the upper body panel 112C, 112D with one or more bands 170B, 170C attached to the upper body panel 112C, 112D and adjusting the fit of the upper body panel 112C, 112D on the wearer. Fig. Figure 13C, for example, shows an upper body panel 112C with a pair of straps 170B attached to the upper body panel 112C at the rear and on opposite sides of the head opening 164. Each of the straps 170B can have a fastener 172B that allows the straps 170B to be releasably connected to each other in order to tighten the head opening 164 around the wearer's neck and prevent the medical garment 10 from slipping down or sliding off the wearer. The fasteners 172B on the straps 170B are also designed to couple the straps 170B to a point on the hood 132 and / or surgical helmet where the hood 132 is attached when the garment is put on. Attaching the straps 170B to a point on the hood 132 and / or the surgical helmet can assist in lifting and / or supporting the upper body tract 112C relative to the wearer.

[0034] Fig. Figure 13D shows an upper body panel 112D with two bands 170C attached to the rear and opposite sides of the head opening 164. Each band 170C can have a clasp 172C, as shown above in connection with the upper body panel 112C in Figure 13D. Fig. 13C described. The straps can be positioned further forward on the upper body panel compared to the head opening 164, and the fasteners 172C on the straps 170C can be configured to couple the straps 170C to a point on the hood 132 and / or the surgical helmet to which the hood 132 is coupled when donned. Coupler the straps 170C to a point on the hood 132 and / or the surgical helmet can help to lift and / or support the front of the upper body panel 112C relative to the wearer by pulling the front of the upper body panel 112D upward toward the wearer's neck.

[0035] With reference to the Fig. 14 and Fig. Figure 15 shows an alternative configuration of the hood 132 for coupling to one of the upper body pathways 12, 112 described above. Fig. Figure 14 shows a front section 134 with the guard 136. The front section 134 has all the features of the front section 34 described above and additionally has a leading edge 140 that forms a tab 141 for attaching the front section 134 to the upper body. The tab 141 can be dimensioned and shaped to fit between the relief cuts 66, 166 of one of the upper body panels 12, 112, with the tab 141 and the leading circumferential edge 65, 165 of the head opening 64, 164 being designed to overlap and be passed through a continuous heating roller to form a heat seal between the tab 141 and the leading circumferential edge 65, 165 of the head opening 64, 164. The front section 134 can also define a side edge 142.The side edge can optionally be coupled to the upper body panel 12, 112 by sewing, gluing, welding or a similar process to join the materials of the medical garment 10.

[0036] With reference to the Fig. 16 and Fig. Figure 17 shows further configurations of a front section 234, 334 of the hood 232, 332. These configurations of the front section 234, 334 of the hood 232, 332 have the same features and / or properties as the front sections 34, 134 of the hoods 32, 132 described above. The main difference is that the leading edges 240, 340 of the front sections 234, 334 of the hoods 232, 332 in the Fig. 16 and Fig. 17 different shapes that can facilitate the connection and / or attachment of the front section 234, 334 to one of the configurations of the upper body path 12, 112 described above.

[0037] The above describes various components and configurations of the medical garment 10, and it is understood that the various components may include similar elements, which are identified by reference numerical values ​​increased by 100. It is understood that the elements with reference numerical values ​​increased by 100 may have the same characteristics as those described above.

[0038] The invention has been described by way of example. The terminology used is descriptive and not to be understood as limiting. Numerous modifications and variations of the invention are possible in light of the above teachings. Therefore, the invention can also be implemented differently than described, within the scope of the attached claims. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] US 10,750,800 [0012, 0016] WO 2019 / 147923 [0012, 0016]

Claims

[1] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body. [2] Medical garment (10) according to claim 1, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further comprises: a front section (34, 134, 234, 334) formed from the combination of barrier tissue and a protective layer (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to prevent the transmission of fluids or other foreign bodies through the upper body passage (12, 112) and the lower body passage (22), and a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric designed to allow the helmet's ventilation arrangement to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [3] Medical garment (10) according to claim 2, wherein the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) has a lower edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340), wherein the lower edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) is arranged to be located on the central body section between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and to be coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [4] Medical garment (10) according to claim 3, wherein the lower edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further defines a flap (141) which is configured to fit between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and to be coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [5] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) define a thumb hole (16, 116) at the distal end of the respective sleeve. [6] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the head opening (64, 164) is defined such that the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) has a straight edge that terminates at each of the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; and wherein the head opening (64, 164) has an arc shape that connects the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section opposite the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165). [7] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the upper body section (12, 112) further defines an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) bisecting both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); and wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section is defined such that the center of gravity / centre of the head opening (64, 164) is located proximal to the outer seam (68). [8] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising one or more fasteners arranged on the central body section of the upper body path (12, 112), wherein the one or more fasteners are configured to change the fit of the medical garment (10). [9] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising one or more closures arranged on the central body section of the upper body path (12, 112), wherein the one or more closures are configured to restrict a dimension of the head opening (64, 164) defined in the central body section. [10] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising one or more bands arranged on opposite sides of the head opening (64, 164) defined in the central body section of the upper body path (12, 112), wherein the one or more closures are arranged to restrict a dimension of the head opening (64, 164). [11] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; and a lower body path (22) with an upper and a lower edge, wherein the upper edge of the lower body path (22) is coupled to the front circumferential edge (20, 120) of the upper body path (12, 112) via a heat seal; a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, wherein the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) is located on the central body section near and coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the A pair of relieving incisions (66, 166) are arranged in the central body section. [12] Medical garment (10) according to claim 11, further comprising a breakable seam positioned at a distance from a lower edge of the lower body panel (22) of the medical garment (10), wherein the breakable seam is aligned parallel to the lower edge and extends over the width of the body panel. [13] Medical garment (10) according to claim 12, wherein the fragile seam is formed by a band. [14] Medical garment (10) according to claim 11, further comprising an apron detachably coupled to the lower edge of the lower body path (22), wherein the apron is arranged to selectively lengthen or shorten the length of the lower body path (22). [15] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 11 to 14, further comprising a radius defined in the circumferential edge of the upper body panel (12, 112) near the point where each of the side edges of the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) is connected to a central section of the upper body panel (12, 112). [16] Medical garment (10) according to claim 15, wherein the radius is configured to facilitate the application of the heat seal to define the seam. [17] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 11 to 16, wherein both the upper body layer (12, 112) and the lower body layer (22) consist of a barrier fabric designed to prevent the transmission of fluids or other foreign bodies through the upper body layer (12, 112) and the lower body layer (22); and wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) comprises a front section (34, 134, 234, 334) formed from the combination of the barrier fabric and a protector (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to prevent the transmission of fluids or other foreign bodies through the upper body passage (12, 112) and the lower body passage (22), and a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric designed to allow the helmet's ventilation arrangement to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [18] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 11 to 17, wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) define a thumb hole (16, 116) at the distal end of the respective sleeve. [19] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 11 to 18, wherein the head opening (64, 164) is defined such that the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) has a straight edge that terminates at each of the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; and wherein the head opening (64, 164) has an arc shape that connects the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section opposite the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165). [20] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 11 to 19, wherein the upper body section (12, 112) further defines an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) bisecting both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); and wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section is defined such that the center of gravity / centre of the head opening (64, 164) is located proximal to the outer seam (68). [21] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein the outer seam (68) is positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section is defined such that the center of gravity / midpoint of the head opening (64, 164) lies proximal to the external suture (68); and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body. [22] Medical garment (10) according to claim 21, further comprising a lower body panel (22) with an upper and a lower edge, wherein the upper edge of the lower body panel (22) is coupled to the front circumferential edge (20, 120) of the upper body panel (12, 112) via a heat seal. [23] Medical garment (10) according to claim 21, further comprising an apron detachably coupled to the lower edge of the lower body path (22), wherein the apron is arranged to selectively lengthen or shorten the length of the lower body path (22). [24] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 21 to 23, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further comprises a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the ventilation arrangement of the helmet to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [25] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 21 to 24, wherein the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further defines a flap (141) which is configured to fit between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and to be coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [26] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section of the upper body path (12, 112) is defined such that the head opening (64, 164) is centered at the outer seam (68); and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body. [27] Medical garment (10) according to claim 26, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further comprises a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the ventilation arrangement of the helmet to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [28] Medical garment (10) according to claim 26 or 27, wherein the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further defines a flap (141) that fits between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and is coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [29] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 26 to 28, wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) define a thumb hole (16, 116) at the distal end of the respective sleeve. [30] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 26 to 29, wherein the head opening (64, 164) is defined such that the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) has a straight edge that terminates at each of the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; and wherein the head opening (64, 164) has an arc shape which connects the pair of relieving cuts (66, 166) in the central body section opposite the forward-directed circumferential edge (65, 165). [31] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 26 to 30, wherein the outer seam (68) is positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). [32] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; and an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section is defined such that the front edge of the head opening (64, 164) is located at the outer seam (68); and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body. [33] Medical garment (10) according to claim 32, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) comprises a front section (34, 134, 234, 334) formed from the combination of the barrier fabric and the protection (36, 136, 236, 336) configured to prevent the transmission of fluids or other foreign bodies through the upper body path (12, 112) and the lower body path (22), and a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the ventilation arrangement of the helmet to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [34] Medical garment (10) according to claim 32 or 33, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further comprises a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the helmet's ventilation arrangement to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [35] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 32 to 34, wherein the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further defines a flap (141) which is configured to fit between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and to be coupled to the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [36] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 32 to 35, wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) define a thumb hole (16, 116) at the distal end of the respective sleeve. [37] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 32 to 36, wherein the head opening (64, 164) is defined such that the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) has a straight edge that terminates at each of the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; and wherein the head opening (64, 164) has an arc shape which connects the pair of relieving cuts (66, 166) in the central body section opposite the forward-directed circumferential edge (65, 165). [38] Medical garment (10) according to one of claims 32 to 37, wherein the outer seam (68) is positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b). [39] Medical garment (10) designed to be worn over a helmet incorporating a ventilation arrangement, the medical garment (10) comprising: an upper body tract (12, 112), comprising: a central body section having a front circumferential edge (20, 120) and a rear circumferential edge and defining a head opening (64, 164), wherein the head opening (64, 164) includes a forward circumferential edge (65, 165) defined between a pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; a left and a right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B), wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) extend from opposite sides of the central body section; and an outer seam (68) extending over the central body section between the left and right sleeves (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) and positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b); wherein the head opening (64, 164) in the central body section is defined such that the front edge of the head opening (64, 164) is positioned at a first distance proximal to the outer seam (68); and a hood (32, 132, 232, 332) with a guard (36, 136, 236, 336) designed to be positioned in front of the wearer's face, wherein a front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is coupled to the central body section via a heat seal, the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) being located on the central body section near the forward-facing circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164), such that the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) is between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) is located in the central part of the body. [40] Medical garment (10) according to claim 39, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) comprises a front section (34, 134, 234, 334) formed from the combination of the barrier fabric and the protection (36, 136, 236, 336) configured to prevent the transmission of fluids or other foreign bodies through the upper body path (12, 112) and the lower body path (22), and a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the helmet's ventilation arrangement to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [41] Medical garment (10) according to claim 39 or 40, wherein the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further comprises a rear section (38, 138) formed from a filter fabric configured to allow the helmet's ventilation arrangement to draw air from an external environment outside the medical garment (10) to a carrier side of the medical garment (10). [42] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 39 to 41, wherein the front edge (40, 140, 141, 240, 340) of the front section (34, 134, 234, 334) of the hood (32, 132, 232, 332) further defines a flap (141) which is configured to fit between the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) and to be coupled to the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) of the head opening (64, 164). [43] Medical garment (10) according to claim 39 or 40, wherein both the left sleeve and the right sleeve (14A, 14B, 114A, 114B) define a thumb hole (16, 116) at the distal end of the respective sleeve. [44] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 39 to 43, wherein the head opening (64, 164) is defined such that the forward circumferential edge (65, 165) has a straight edge that terminates at each of the pair of relief cuts (66, 166) in the central body section; and wherein the head opening (64, 164) has an arc shape which connects the pair of relieving cuts (66, 166) in the central body section opposite the forward-directed circumferential edge (65, 165). [45] Medical garment (10) according to any one of claims 39 to 44, wherein the outer seam (68) is positioned on a longitudinal axis (68) that bisects both the left and right sleeves (14a, 14b, 114a, 114b).

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