摘要:
Apparatuses and methods for providing audio, visual and/or tactile feedback during assembly of two mating medical fluid connectors and a retention force are provided. The invention includes a first connector defining a first lumen and a second connector defining a second lumen. The first and second connectors are threaded together to enable the first lumen to initially communicate fluidly with the second lumen after the first and second connectors are engaged. The first connector defines a first engaging member and the second connector defines a second engaging member, the engaging members mating to provide (i) feedback indicating that a mating of the first and second connnectors is at least substantially complete and (ii) a retention force tending to hold the first and second connectors together. An improved apparatus for releasing a sealed disinfectant is also provided.
摘要:
A connector assembly includes a sleeve having a first end and a second end. Reinforcing rings are embedded in the sleeve at the first end. A connector, which has a barbed end, is fluidly connected to the first end of the catheter. During surgery, the first end of the sleeve can be cut to exact length after surgical placement. The barb connector on a shunt housing and the cut end of the catheter are brought together such that the barb advances into the cut end of the catheter and at least two rings snap over the barb, thereby fluidly connecting the shunt housing and the catheter while forming a solid attachment and seal.
摘要:
Apparatuses and methods for providing audio, visual and/or tactile feedback during assembly of two mating medical fluid connectors and a retention force are provided. The invention includes a first connector defining a first lumen and a second connector defining a second lumen. The first and second connectors are threaded together to enable the first lumen to initially communicate fluidly with the second lumen after the first and second connectors are engaged. The first connector defines a first engaging member and the second connector defines a second engaging member, the engaging members mating to provide (i) feedback indicating that a mating of the first and second connnectors is at least substantially complete and (ii) a retention force tending to hold the first and second connectors together. An improved apparatus for releasing a sealed disinfectant is also provided.
摘要:
A fluid adapter (300) for connection between a valve having a plurality of ports and a tube has a housing with a distal end and a proximal end. The tube has a single lumen. The proximal end has a first opening (326) connecting to a first lumen being disposed through the housing. The proximal end has a second opening (324) being separated by the first opening by a distance. The second opening is connecting to a second lumen being disposed through the housing. The distal end has the first lumen connecting to a single outlet (304) and the second lumen terminates in the housing The adapter also has the single outlet of the housing connected to the intermediate tube. The intermediate tube is connected to the tube to permit fluid to traverse through the tube and the valve.
摘要:
A filter bag (200) for a fluid comprises first and second outer sheets (202, 204) forming a cavity. A filter (206) between said sheets divides said cavity into first and second chambers in communication with each other through said filter (206). Fluid inlet means (210) communicate with said first chamber for conducting fluid into said cavity. Fluid outlet means (212) communicate with said second chamber for conducting fluid out of said cavity. The said sheets (202, 204) and filter (206) are bonded together at a first peripheral bond (218) and only said sheets are bonded together at a second peripheral bond (220).
摘要:
A valve system (20) is provided having a housing including a first end (46), a second end (48) and a first passageway (26). The housing has a first port and a second port. A valve member (22) is disposed within the housing and movable relative thereto. The valve member (22) defines a portion of the first passageway (26) that includes a first opening configured for alignment and sealed fluid communication with the first port and the second port. The portion of the first passageway (26) further includes a second opening having a greater relative dimension than the first opening. The valve member (22) is manipulable to establish sealed fluid communication between the first opening and the first port or the second port while maintaining continuous sealed fluid communication between the second opening and the first passageway (26) adjacent to the second end (48) of the housing. The valve member (22) can be disposed within the housing for rotation relative thereto.
摘要:
A catheter system for locking a catheter to an implantable pump and for effectively flushing a catheter after implantation within a body. A locking component comprises an extension boot and catheter lock that together fluidly connect the catheter to the pump in a secure, safe and effective manner. A catheter component comprises a design having kink-resistant walls and a unique tip. A flushing component comprises a hub and stylet combination characterized by a hydrophilic coating on the stylet and a flush through hub to allow flushing of the stylet while inside the catheter.
摘要:
A filter bag (200) for a fluid comprises first and second outer sheets (202, 204) forming a cavity. A filter (206) between said sheets divides said cavity into first and second chambers in communication with each other through said filter (206). Fluid inlet means (210) communicate with said first chamber for conducting fluid into said cavity. Fluid outlet means (212) communicate with said second chamber for conducting fluid out of said cavity. The said sheets (202, 204) and filter (206) are bonded together at a first peripheral bond (218) and only said sheets are bonded together at a second peripheral bond (220).
摘要:
This invention is an improved Luer lock connector having a pair of tapered engagement surfaces (32, 50) between the hub (24) and one of the two components of the Luer connector. The tapered engagement surfaces (32, 50) provide a gradual frictional engagement when tightening the hub (24) to minimize inadvertent reverse rotation and loosening of the hub (24). The tubular body is also provided with a plurality of axially extending splines (94) for engagement with a plurality of inwardly radially directed ribs (52) on the hub (24) to positively rotationally lock the two components when the hub (24) is in a proximal position. A small circumferential ridge (106) provides tactile feedback to an operator to indicate when the hub (24) is in a positive rotationally interlocked relationship with the tubular body. The hub (24) may be completely removed in a proximal direction from the tubular body and retracted proximally along a supply line to remove it from the connector site.
摘要:
This invention is an improved Luer lock connector having a pair of tapered engagement surfaces (32, 50) between the hub (24) and one of the two components of the Luer connector. The tapered engagement surfaces (32, 50) provide a gradual frictional engagement when tightening the hub (24) to minimize inadvertent reverse rotation and loosening of the hub (24). The tubular body is also provided with a plurality of axially extending splines (94) for engagement with a plurality of inwardly radially directed ribs (52) on the hub (24) to positively rotationally lock the two components when the hub (24) is in a proximal position. A small circumferential ridge (106) provides tactile feedback to an operator to indicate when the hub (24) is in a positive rotationally interlocked relationship with the tubular body. The hub (24) may be completely removed in a proximal direction from the tubular body and retracted proximally along a supply line to remove it from the connector site.