Port catheter locking system and method
US9186491B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 10, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for securing a catheter to an implantable port are disclosed. The system includes a collar having a catheter gripping protrusion and a port lock cavity. A port having an outlet stem with a constant cross-sectional profile is utilized. The collar is configured to mate with a port lock protrusion connected to the port.
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