Method and apparatus for enabling safe recapping of hypodermic needles
US5209738A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 10, 1992 |
| Grant date | May 11, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 10, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/59
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and device for recapping hypodermic needles or syringes with a one-handed operation. The device includes a housing with an open end and ballast material located at the bottom of the housing. A resilient sheath gripper is provided within said housing for gripping the needle sheath in an upright position. A sheath engaging surface is also provided to engage the needle tip during the recapping operation. The sheath gripper can be configured by folding a resilient strip about a plurality of clips to form a resilient sheath gripping opening. The device can incorporate a holder for releasably supporting the recapping device in an upright position; a suction device for secure mounting to a supporting surface; and adhesive devices for mounting the recapping device to non-horizontal surfaces. The quantity of ballast may be configured to be adjustable as desired. The housing can also be formed in decorative manners.
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