Infusion set with quick connect, self-aligned electrical contacts
US9526826B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 16, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1077
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device and method for delivering a therapeutic substance to the body of a mammal may include a pump adapter, a pump, and an infusion set having a distal connector and a proximal connector. The proximal connector and the pump adapter have connecting electrical contacts which can be connected to one another in a single action when the proximal connector and pump are being secured to the pump adapter. The distal connector of the infusion set can be connected to a catheter housing, which can be secured to the mammal's skin. The distal connector and the catheter housing have additional connecting electrical contacts which can be connected to one another in a single action when connecting the distal connector to the catheter housing.
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