Interface module for use with an NCT-based pumping mechanism and NCT-based cassette
US5718562A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 1995 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/928
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A modular ambulatory infusion pump comprises a base unit including an integral housing, said base unit including an infusion pump for infusing fluid into a patient's body, a battery power supply for energizing infusion pump and a control for operating the infusion pump to achieve at least one of a desired rate, a desired volume and a desired time interval for infusing the fluid. Disposed on the integral housing is a first electrical connector, said first electrical connector being provided to electrically couple the base unit to a mating connector on one of the plurality of modules, said one of the plurality of modules being coupled to the base unit to add a selected additional port to the base unit and to provide additional capability, said plurality of modules including a data port module that includes a printer interface port. Also provided is an external power input module that includes a power port for coupling the modular ambulatory infusion pump to an AC line to provide electrical power for the base unit.
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