Abstract:
An extension set may include a tube, which may include a distal end, a proximal end, and an outer surface. The extension set may include a distal connector coupled to the distal end of the tube and/or a proximal connector coupled to the proximal end of the tube. The extension set may include a patency instrument disposed within the tube. The extension set may include a translation handle coupled to the outer surface of the tube. The translation handle may be configured to move along the outer surface of the tube between a proximal position and a distal position to translate the distal end of the patency instrument between a retracted position and an advanced position. In response to the distal end of the patency instrument being in the advanced position, the distal end of the patency instrument may extend beyond the distal end of the tube.
Abstract:
Un tubo endotraqueal coaxial que comprende: un tubo endotraqueal principal compuesto por dos piezas; un cuerpo principal, que es una pieza cilíndrica hueca, y de un tubo de acople concéntrico, provisto de una primera guía longitudinal; y una punta principal con un corte biselado en su extremo distal; y un tubo endotraqueal secundario, que es un cuerpo cilíndrico que presenta un rebaje en su zona media y un tubo cilíndrico hueco denominado punta secundaria, que está provisto de una segunda guía que interactúa con la primera guía longitudinal, donde la punta secundaria presenta un corte biselado en su extremo distal y calza holgadamente dentro del tubo de acople y de la punta principal; donde al ensamblar el conjunto endotraqueal se inserta el tubo endotraqueal secundario dentro del tubo endotraqueal principal, mantiendo alineados ambos cortes biselados.
Abstract:
A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway includes a housing configured to permit fluid flow between a first medical device and a second device or location. The medical connector includes a valve member configured to be positioned at least partially within the housing. The valve member is configured to receive the first medical device. The valve member can be moved into a second state. The connector can be adapted for use with a catheter assembly.
Abstract:
A medical fluid connector is described that comprises a first fluid connector portion (310) that can be connected to a second fluid connector portion (300). The first fluid connector portion (310) comprises a first locking member, a lumen (314) and a septum (312) for sealing the lumen. The second fluid connector portion (300) comprises a second locking member, a lumen (304) and a hollow needle (302) that is retained in and protrudes from the aperture at the end of the lumen (304). The variation in cross-sectional area of the fluid path through the fluid connector portion (300) is less than 1mm to reduce mixing effects. The use of such a connector for neurosurgical purposes is described.
Abstract:
A device is provided for ensuring the sterile integrity of two separate fluid pathways during interconnection of the two pathways with a two-part connector assembly. The two-part connector assembly is of the type which comprises a male portion and a female portion, each portion initially having a port covered and protected by a peel-away strip. The device comprises a base assembly, a connector clamp assembly mounted to the base assembly and configured for securing the two-part connector assembly in position for interconnection of the male and female portions, and a strip withdrawal assembly mounted to the base assembly and configured for simultaneous withdrawal of the peel-away strips from the ports of the male and female portions.
Abstract:
In general, the disclosure is directed toward releasing material (61) within a medical device via an optical feedthrough (44). A system (30) for releasing material with a medical device comprises a cup (40) that holds a material, wherein the cup includes a discharge port (46), a seal disc (42) that seals the material within the cup, an optical feedthrough assembly coupled to the cup, a shell (38) that defines a chamber within a medical device, wherein the optical feedthrough assembly is coupled to the shell, and a radiant energy source (50) that shines a beam (52) through the optical feedthrough assembly to puncture the seal disc to allow the material to enter the chamber via the discharge port.
Abstract:
The connection system (1) for connecting a fluid line (6) to a fluid reservoir (3) located within a device (2) by way of a cannula (5), comprises a cannula holder (4) holding the cannula (5) and a movable cannula cover (7) and locking means (11) for said cover (7), preventing the movement of the cannula cover (7) in a first state covering the cannula. The system further comprises a receiving element (10) for receiving the cannula holder (4), the receiving element being adapted for fixation to the device (2) or the receiving element forming part of the device (2), said receiving element comprising releasing means (16) adapted for interaction with the locking means (11). The releasing means (16) and the locking means (11) are arranged to release the cannula cover (7) by said releasing means interacting with the locking means, so that the cannula cover is movable by the inserting force to expose the cannula when the cannula holder (4) is inserted into the receiving element (10), so that the cannula cover (7) is in a second state exposing the cannula when the cannula holder (4) is inserted within the receiving element (10). Thus a connection system is provided for easy and secure connection and no danger of injury by the cannula or staining of the cannula.
Abstract:
A system for forming a fluid connection includes a first connector (12) and a second connector (14). Both connectors include a tubular body (18,18') having a membrane (19,19') mounted on a distal end (27) thereof. A support member (16) or other fastener (214,220) facilitates the coupling of the connectors together so that the membranes are abutted together. Radiant or other form of energy is applied to the abutted membranes so as to sterilize the membranes and melt the membranes so that a passage is formed therethrough.
Abstract:
A sterile connector assembly for mounting on a fluid system includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector includes a stem defining a fluid passage therethrough, a first housing surrounding the stem and defining a first aperture, and a first valve disposed over the first aperture. The second connector includes a second housing configured to matingly engage the first housing. The second housing defines a second aperture and defines a seal structure. The seal structure is configured to engage the stem. The second connector also includes a second valve disposed over the second aperture. The second valve is configured to engage the first valve when the first housing engages the second housing.