Universal tube connector
US5257832A · kind A · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | May 7, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 7, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/915
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates generally to connecting tubes for medical use. A connector (1) having a conical hollow body (2) and a pierceable sealing diaphragm (10) is attached to a flexible tail portion (12) comprised of two co-operating adhesive-coated strips (24/26). The adhesive on inner surfaces (20) of the strips is protected by peel-away coverings (14) prior to use. In use, a medical tube (16) is introduced into the body through an end (6) and through the sealing diaphragm. The adhesive strips contact the tube to further secure it to the body. Another device, such as a second tube or a drainage bag, connects to the other end (4) of the body.
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