Respiratory access assembly with rotating lock and method
US8307829B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M16/0463
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A respiratory access assembly includes a movable manifold and a closed suction catheter assembly with a shuttle movable by actuator between the manifold and the closed suction catheter assembly. The assembly includes a flap positioned adjacent the shuttle and the closed suction catheter assembly which is moveable between an open position which permits passage of a suction catheter therethrough and a closed position, which prevents a passage of a suction catheter. The respiratory access assembly permits operable communication with the artificial airway to permit suctioning when in an un-locked position, and prevents the entrance of a suction catheter when in the locked position. A method for using a respiratory access assembly.
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