Sideport connector for catherization system
US5290248A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 28, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 28, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1072
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sideport connector for an IV catheterization system is disclosed in which a secure connection can be maintained with standard Y-shaped sideport connectors, such as a septum-type connector. The connector of the present invention comprises a clip having a collar which slidably and, optionally, rotatably engages the septum in order to prevent accidental disengagement. The clip is prevented from disengaging motion by, preferably, a ratchet-pawl mechanism. In another embodiment, the clip can be mounted on the branch of the Y-shaped sideport. The connector also comprises a needle shield or, optionally, a cap to prevent self-injection and contamination.
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