Assistive method and visual-aid device for vascular needle insertion
US8715233B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M5/427
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vascular access device is provided with a needle assembly, a catheter assembly configured to slidably receive the needle assembly, and a light emitting assembly configured to couple to the needle assembly. The light emitting assembly and the needle assembly cooperate to shine a beam of light down the bore of the needle to assist with aligning the needle with a penetration site on target tissue. Systems and methods associated with these devices are also disclosed.
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