Safety needle apparatus
US4944725A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 1989 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2005/3247
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intravenous catheter apparatus which protects a clinician from accidental puncture which may result in the transfer of dangerous infections. The catheter is introduced with the aid of a needle, which is thereafter withdrawn from the patient's body into a protective housing without exposing the needle during any intermediate stage of the process. Means are provided for latching the housing in place after needle withdrawal, and for unlocking a catheter hub is place after that time. Withdrawal and locking are effected in one continuous motion.
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