Catheter with removable extension
US7347853B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 6, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/268
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Catheter valve assemblies and methods for connecting catheters and/or providing fluid access to catheters. In one variation, a device comprises a catheter valve assembly and an extension leg unit. The extension leg unit includes lumen inserts for engaging valves positioned within the catheter valve assembly. In another variation, the valve assembly comprises a depressable plunger which may be engaged by an access cannula. Various connectors with integrated valve assemblies are also disclosed.
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