Needle protective device for subcutaneous sensors
US9295786B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2005/3247
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An introducer is provided for introducing a sensor into the body of a patient. The introducer connects to a sensor hub. When the sensor hub and introducer are connected, the introducer needle is exposed. When the sensor hub and introducer are disconnected, a needle cover and the needle move with respect to each other so that the needle cover substantially covers the needle, protecting a user from being injured by the needle.
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