Adapter for multiple capacity needle immobilizing device
US7648028B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M5/3205
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adapter for a multiple capacity needle immobilizing device having a body portion and entry holes for allowing the distal ends of sharp needles to enter the body includes a base having a top portion and a bottom portion. The bottom portion having apertures positioned to align with the entry holes of the immobilizing device. A non-circular funnel projects upwardly from each of the entry holes to a funnel opening in the top portion of the adapter. The funnel opening is larger when measured perpendicularly to a line extending through the apertures of the adapter than when measured along this line. Structure is provided for connecting the adapter to the needle immobilizing device.
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