Needle safety device for an intravenous catheter apparatus and method of use
US7112191B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 15, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0693
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A needle safety device for an intravenous catheter apparatus that includes a base capable of receiving a needle into opposing jaws attached to the base and capable of being influenced by the needle. The jaws move between an expanded position which interact with an obstruction within a wing housing of the intravenous catheter apparatus. The jaws permit relative movement of the needle with the base when expanded, close around a needle tip as it passes the jaws, and prevent relative movement of the needle with the base when the jaws are collapsed. The needle of the intravenous catheter apparatus may then be safely disposed with the needle tip within the needle safety device.
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