Sleeve for percutaneous device and methods of production and use thereof
US11529238B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 20, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/30919
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sleeve for use with a percutaneous, external fixation device is disclosed, wherein the sleeve includes a sleeve body with an interior space in which the percutaneous device can be disposed, a flange that extends at a substantially perpendicular angle to the sleeve body, and a cutting edge extending from the sleeve body below the flange. The cutting edge is designed for placement in contact with the skin adjacent to the percutaneous device so as to define a leading edge thereof in a primary anticipated direction of migration of the percutaneous device. Kits and assemblies that include sleeves and percutaneous devices are also disclosed. Further disclosed are methods of reducing tension in a patient's skin following placement of the percutaneous device via use of the sleeve, as well as methods of adjusting and readjusting the assembly upon placement.
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