Antimicrobial inserts for stopcock medical connectors
US11878138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/229
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various embodiments of an antimicrobial insert for a stopcock medical connector are provided. More specifically, the present invention relates to an antimicrobial insert that is seated within at least a portion of the annular bore of the connector's tap, wherein fluid within the annular bore contacts the antimicrobial insert, thereby preventing microbial proliferation within the stopcock medical connector.
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