Interlock feed set coupling
US10058693B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1077
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An interlock coupling adapter for delivering medical fluids to a patient, for example, with enteral feed set devices is provided herein. The interlock coupling adapter increases patient comfort and ensures a secure connection between a button/button base and a food source or medical fluid source. The interlock coupling adapter has an interlock inset within an opening of a button base. The interlock has a recess in which locking protrusions of an adapter may fit within. In this way, the adapter may freely rotate about the interlock. The adapter may be connected or disconnected by depressing flexible arms hinged to the adapter.
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