Medical device with visual indicator and related methods of use
US7244252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 25, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0095
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention relate to a medical device with a visual indicator that changes color when exposed to a particular environment and/or chemical. The visual indicator may be printed or otherwise affixed on a portion of a medical device, for example the handle, and initially have the same color as that portion. When exposed to a particular environment and/or chemical, the visual indicator changes color so that it has a different color than that portion of the medical device.
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