Catheter patch applicator assembly
US9675328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 22, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0273
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In accordance with aspects of the present invention, an applicator assembly suitable for application of a catheter patch with one hand comprises an upper arm with a proximal end and a distal portion, a lower arm with a proximal end and a distal portion, and a hinge member fixedly joining the proximal ends of the upper arm and the lower arm, wherein an upper surface of the upper arm distal portion abuts a lower surface of the lower arm distal portion. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a catheter patch assembly may be secured against a lower surface of the upper arm distal portion. The distal portion of the lower arm may include a securing mechanism for securing the catheter patch assembly to the applicator assembly. A method of applying a catheter patch is provided.
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