Hypotube with improved strain relief
US7294124B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0138
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hypotube for an intravenous catheter device is disclosed which includes a tubular shaft having a tubular wall defining a lumen. The shaft includes a main section integrally connected to a distal section. The distal section includes a first section connected to the second section and disposed between the second section and the main section. The second section includes an elongated stinger.
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