Blood control IV catheter with antimicrobial properties
US9352119B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 15, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/6018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method is provided for applying an anti-pathogenic material to various surfaces of a medical device, wherein the method includes identifying various surfaces of the medical tests which include noncritical dimensions, and limiting the application of the anti-pathogenic material to those surfaces. Some aspects of the invention further include the application of an anti-pathogenic lubricant material to various parts or components of a medical device to reduce friction.
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