Retainer for immobilizing an implanted catheter during stylet retraction, and stylet holder for use with same
US9498248B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/0693
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods for immobilizing an implanted catheter tip while a catheter stylet is withdrawn from the catheter. In one embodiment, a cannula system is included that incorporates a catheter retainer securable to an immobilized guide cannula. The retainer may include one or more surfaces that operatively engage the catheter and effectively restrain the catheter relative to a head of the guide cannula. Other embodiments may also include a stylet holder operable to engage the stylet with a consistent and repeatable clamping force that is independent of clinician-applied force.
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