System and method for packaging and preparing a radiofrequency ablation kit

US11684443B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Avent, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Gavin H. Mannion · Atlanta, US
• Brett C. Leard · Seneca, US
• Ruoya Wang · Decatur, US
• Ryan D. Smith · Jupiter Inlet Colony, US
• Mark R. Ellswood · Alpharetta, US
• Khoa T. Lien · Alpharetta, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Dec 30, 2020
• Grant date: Jun 27, 2023
• Expiry date: Dec 30, 2040

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B65B2220/18
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A system for packaging a kit for a radiofrequency ablation procedure protects a radiofrequency ablation kit without compromising its sterile barrier system through the hazards of handling, distribution, and storage. The system includes: an introducer tray configured to hold at least one introducer; a probe tray configured to hold at least one radiofrequency ablation probe; an outer carrier tray, a pouch configured to hold a tubing kit; and a dispenser carton. The introducer tray and the probe tray are held within the outer carrier tray, and the outer carrier tray and the pouch are configured to be held within the dispenser carton. A method of packaging a radiofrequency ablation kit is further described.