Powered drivers, intraosseous devices and methods to access bone marrow
US10973545B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for penetrating bone and accessing bone marrow is provided. The apparatus may include a penetrator assembly and a powered drill. The penetrator assembly may include a trocar having a stylet. The penetrator assembly may also include an outer penetrator having a hollow cannula and a luer lock attachment. The powered drill may include a housing enclosing a motor and a power supply and associated circuitry. The powered drill may also include a connector receptacle for receiving a penetrator assembly connector of the penetrator assembly. The connector receptacle may releasably lock the penetrator assembly connector into place with the powered drill. The power supply may include a rechargeable battery within the housing for supplying power to the motor. A battery indicator may be provided to indicate a level of the battery.
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