Pocket and drape system for providing sterile fields
US11633250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2050/318
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A pocket and drape system which provides multiple (e.g., at least two) sterile fields and the methodology for employing said pocket and drape system is provided. The system includes a base drape material having an upper edge, lower edge, first side edge, and second side edge to define a perimeter, where the base drape material also includes a first (outer) surface and a second (inner) surface. A first zone of pockets is present on a portion of the first surface and a second zone of pockets present on a portion of the second surface. The manner in which the base drape material is folded at first and second longitudinal fold lines and first and second transverse fold lines during assembly (e.g., prior to sterilization) maintains the sterility of the first zone of pockets and the second zone of pockets until each zone is ready for use during a medical procedure.
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