Universal single-use cap for male and female connectors
US11273298B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1088
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for connection to a medical connector, the device includes an outer cap, an inner cap and a peelable seal. The outer cap configured to define a chamber to contain an absorbent material and disinfectant or antimicrobial agent. The outer cap including one or more threads adapted to engage with a female luer connector. The inner cap including one or more thread-tabs adapted to engage a male luer connector. The peelable seal prevents the disinfectant or the antimicrobial agent from exiting the chamber.
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