Catheter assembly with resealable opening
US8459455B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0046
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A catheter assembly includes a catheter, preferably having a hydrophilic surface coating; and a package accommodating said catheter. The package preferably also accommodates a wetting fluid. The package includes a first and a second sheet material connected around the edges; a perforation line extending along a non-closed loop in one of said sheet materials, which defines a flap opening; a third sheet material connected by means of an adhesive over said flap opening. The third sheet material with a margin covers the entire flap opening. The adhesive is adapted to maintain a sterile closure of the package before use, and to be resealable after use. The third sheet material forms a tab not provided with adhesive and the tab provides a grip portion for peel opening of the package.
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