Molded suture retainer
US5359831A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 18, 1993 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2575/365
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A molded suture retainer is provided for retaining and storing sutures. Both absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures fabricated from natural or synthetic materials can be advantageously retained and stored therein. The retainer is characterized by a wide spiraling oval passageway with minimal convolutions covered by a cover sheet. The length of the passageway is preferably proportional to 1/3 to 1/2 the overall length of the suture to be retained therein. Recesses are provided for receiving package stabilizing agents and/or needle parks. Sutures packaged in accordance with the invention exhibit fewer kinks and bends than prior packaged sutures.
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