IV set spike with enhanced removal force
US11266779B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/0238
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
IV spikes are described herein. An IV spike includes a spike body. The spike body can be formed of a first material and can include a spike portion converging to a point. The IV spike further includes at least one spike flow port formed through the spike body. The IV spike further includes a lower flow port in fluid communication with the at least one spike flow port. The IV spike can also include an overmolded engagement feature disposed around the spike body, wherein the overmolded engagement feature comprises a second material and is configured to retain the IV spike within an IV container.
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