Inline hemostasis valve
US6402723B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/09116
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hemostasis valve apparatus includes (i) a valve body having a lumen therethrough; (ii) a first resiliently deformable seal disposed within the valve body; and (iii) a plunger having a lumen extending therethrough. A passageway extends through the lumens of the plunger and valve body. A cap movably coupled to the valve body selectively moves the plunger along the valve body, thereby selectively compressing the seal. A connector coupled to the plunger is configured to couple the plunger in fluid communication with a fluid delivery means for delivering fluid to the valve. The valve has a substantially linear configuration for convenient storage and use. The valve also features a second seal for sealing the passageway extending through the lumens.
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