Medical injector
US7544188B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention include a device comprising a substantially planar housing defining a reservoir; a plunger disposed at least partially within said reservoir and movable between a first position and a second position; a liquid dispensing needle coupled to said plunger, said needle comprising a channel in fluid communication with said reservoir, said needle contained within said housing when said plunger is in said first position; and a spring adapted to resist movement of said plunger. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. This abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope of the invention.
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