Subcutaneous access device and related methods
US8498694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/6824
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A subcutaneous access device of the invention comprises: a multi-layered structure capable of use in a medical imaging procedure; a light source for transillumination of a body portion of interest of a patient's body; and an attachment portion for attaching the device to the patient's body in a manner such that the body portion of interest is outwardly exposed on a side of the patient's body opposite the light source. The device facilitates hands-free transillumination of the body portion of interest. Kits for subcutaneous access comprise the subcutaneous access device and a light detector for detecting light emitted from the subcutaneous access device.
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