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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Catheter assembly and pierced septum valve

Номер: US20120016302A1
Автор: Douglas Anjewierden, Jonathan K. Burkholz, Marty L. Stout
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

A septum activator is disclosed herein. The septum activator has an outer tubular body and an inner tubular body. The outer tubular body and the inner tubular body each have a plurality of openings therein. The inner tubular body has a first position relative to the outer tubular body and a second position relative to outer tubular body. In the first position, the plurality of openings of the inner tubular body do not overlap with the plurality of openings in the outer tubular body. In the second position, the plurality of openings of the inner tubular body overlap with the plurality of openings of the inner tubular body.

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Номер записи: 1
16-02-2012 дата публикации

Implantable access port system

Номер: US20120041258A1
Автор: Chris Maurer, Jordan Jacobs, Kenneth A. Eliasen, Mark J. Orphanos, Matthew B. DeNardo
Принадлежит: Allergan Inc

An implantable injection port for use with a gastric band for treating obesity and for attaching to a tissue of a patient is disclosed. The implantable injection port includes a base having an anchor opening, a gear coupled to the base and rotatable about a central axis, the gear having a plurality of gear teeth, an anchor coupled to the gear, and a top portion spaced apart from the base and having a plurality of top teeth that engage with the plurality of gear teeth. The top portion is rotatable causing rotation of the gear such that the rotation of the gear causes movement of the anchor through the anchor opening of the base and into the tissue of the patient.

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Номер записи: 2
16-02-2012 дата публикации

Multiple section parenteral drug delivery apparatus

Номер: US20120041355A1
Автор: Carl F. Edman, Darrel D. Drinan, Robert P. Lackey
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to a parenteral therapeutic agent delivery device. The therapeutic agent delivery device has a disposable section and an implant section suitable for long term implantation within the tissue of a subject. When necessary, the disposable section can be detached from the implant section, and a new disposable section can be attached. The disposable section may contain a reservoir containing the therapeutic agent, a pump for dispensing the therapeutic agent, controlling circuitry for regulating the dispensing of the therapeutic agent, and transceiver circuitry and an antenna for wireless communication with external devices.

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Номер записи: 3
01-03-2012 дата публикации

Implantable Central Venous Port

Номер: US20120053531A1
Автор: Katsumasa Takagi
Принадлежит: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP

A subcutaneous implantable port 11 is provided and includes a housing, septum, bottom plate and catheter connecting portion. The housing has a closed base 31 having a recess portion and a cover for covering the base. A bottom plate made from a material harder than the base is disposed on a bottom portion of an inner surface of the base. The bottom plate includes a plurality of corner portions on an outer peripheral edge portion thereof. The plurality of corner portions bite into an inner surface of the recess portion from the circumferential direction of the bottom plate to affix the bottom plate to the base.

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Номер записи: 4
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Implantable drug delivery devices

Номер: US20120059349A1
Автор: Michael R. Violante, Youti Kuo
Принадлежит: Pharmanova Inc

The invention relates generally to implantable drug delivery devices. Devices having a single drug chamber configuration, a divided drug chamber configuration and a compact dual-drug configuration are described. The devices have features to prevent clogging of the dispensing catheter and the creation of a local vacuum caused by the dispensing of the drug fluid. Also provided are features of a failsafe refilling process, automatic refill notification, and performance verification process. The divided drug chamber configuration enables frequent or continuous minute doses. A dual-drug chamber configuration uses self-locking refill containers to prevent mismatching between refill containers and drug chambers.

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Номер записи: 5
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Systems for isolation of a needle-based infusion set

Номер: US20120065587A1
Автор: Bret Hamatake, Kelly B. Powers, William R. Barron
Принадлежит: CR Bard Inc

A safety needle assembly of an infusion set for infusing fluids into a subcutaneously implanted access port is disclosed. The needle assembly is configured to prevent fluid/vapor escape therefrom so as to reduce or prevent fluid exposure to a clinician using the needle assembly. In one embodiment, the needle assembly comprises a handle portion including a needle extending therefrom, the needle defining a lumen for passage of a fluid therethrough. The needle assembly also includes a safety assembly defining a needle hole through which the needle initially extends. The safety assembly is selectively and axially slidable along the needle in order to shield a distal tip of the needle and prevent user contact therewith. A fluid isolation component is included in the safety assembly for isolating fluid escape from the needle to prevent exposure to a clinician.

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Номер записи: 6
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Haemostatic valve assembly

Номер: US20120109063A1
Автор: Sebastian Hansen
Принадлежит: Cook Medical Technologies LLC

A haemostatic valve assembly ( 18 ) is provided with a housing ( 24 ) having first and second ends ( 26, 28 ) within each of which there is provided an aperture of opening ( 30, 32 ). A flexible valve element ( 34 ) is disposed within the housing ( 24 ) between the first and second openings ( 30, 32 ). A mass of separate pellets ( 40 ) is located within the chamber ( 38 ) formed between the housing ( 24 ) and the valve element ( 34 ). The pellets ( 40 ) apply pressure to the valve element ( 34 ) so as to close the lumen ( 36 ) thereof. The pellets ( 40 ) are preferably made of a compressible material and such that when an element is inserted through the openings ( 30, 32 ) and thus through the valve assembly ( 18 ) the pellets ( 40 ) compress to allow opening of the lumen ( 36 ). The biasing force of the pellets ( 40 ) against the valve ( 34 ) provide constant sealing pressure to the valve assembly ( 18 ) without the need for any intervention by the clinician. The valve assembly is therefore entirely automatic.

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Номер записи: 7
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Fenestration system

Номер: US20120109111A1
Автор: Jiangming Li
Принадлежит: EMPIRE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT LLC

A fenestration system can be useful for draining cysts, abscesses, or other bodily cavities. A fenestration system can include: a drainage screwdriver; a drainage screw removably receivable onto the drainage screwdriver; and a drainage cap removably coupleable with the drainage screw when the drainage screw removed from the drainage screwdriver. The drainage screwdriver can receive the drainage screw so that the drainage screw can be screwed through tissue and/or cyst or abscess sac. The drainage screwdriver can then release the drainage screw so that it is inserted into the tissue, cyst, or abscess so as to be capable of drainage. A lumen in the drainage screw can function similarly to a drainage tube. The drainage cap can be applied to the drainage screw to close the lumen to inhibit other fluids or particles from entering into the tissue, cyst, or abscess via the lumen.

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Номер записи: 8
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Haemostatic valve device

Номер: US20120130354A1
Автор: Arman H. Valaie
Принадлежит: Cook Medical Technologies LLC

A haemostatic valve device ( 10 ) comprises a disk valve ( 52 a ) having a valve body with a first surface facing in a first direction, a second surface facing in a second direction opposite the first direction, and an opening ( 58 a ) formed in the valve body for providing communication through the disk valve. In some examples, the disk valve comprises a nipple ( 60 b ), axially off-set from the opening, extending outwardly and away from at least one of the first and second surfaces. The haemostatic valve device may further comprise a second disk valve ( 52 b ) and the nipple ( 60 b ) may be removably disposed within, and sealingly engage, an opening ( 58 b ) of the second disk valve.

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Номер записи: 9
31-05-2012 дата публикации

Power Injection Valve

Номер: US20120136301A1
Автор: Stephen C. Miller
Принадлежит: Navilyst Medical Inc

A device for transferring fluids between an internal structure in a living body and an exterior thereof comprises a housing including a pressure activated lumen extending to a distal end opening to a power injection lumen that extends to a distal port configured for connection to a fluid conduit extending to a target structure within the body and a pressure activated valve extending across the pressure activated lumen and controlling fluid flow therethrough, in combination with a proximal port coupled to the housing for movement between a first position in which a proximal end of the power injection lumen opens to the proximal port and a second position in which a proximal end of the pressure activated lumen opens to the proximal port.

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Номер записи: 10
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Mixing systems and methods for research, industrial and medical uses

Номер: US20120143150A1
Автор: Christopher Page, Stephen Probst, Thomas Corrado
Принадлежит: INTRAVENOUS SOLUTIONS Ltd

Mixing systems and methods include a mixing device comprising a primary tube having a proximal end, a distal end, an outer surface and an inner lumen and at least one secondary tube having a proximal end, a distal end, an outer surface and an inner lumen. The at least one secondary tube is substantially parallel to the primary tube. The distal end of the at least one secondary tube is fluidly connected to the primary tube at a junction located on the primary tube close to the distal end of the primary tube.

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Номер записи: 11
14-06-2012 дата публикации

Method and System for Monitoring Nutritional Uptake as a Function of Microflora Intestinal Gas Levels

Номер: US20120150153A1
Автор: Cholwon Koh, Inyoung Sa, John Gavin MacDonald, Jose K. Abraham, Sridhar Ranganathan
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

Systems and methods for monitoring nutritional uptake of an individual are disclosed. The method can include monitoring microflora intestinal gas concentration levels associated with a patient and adjusting the volume of nutrient provided by the patient with an artificial feeding device based at least in part on the microflora intestinal gas levels associated with the patient. A microflora intestinal gas sensor can be used to monitor the microflora intestinal gas associated with the patient. The microflora intestinal gas sensor can monitor the microflora intestinal gas in a patient's exhaled breath or in the patient's digestive tract. The microflora intestinal gas sensor be included as part of an enteral feeding system at the distal end or outside end of an enteral feeding tube. Systems and methods for monitoring nutritional uptake of an infant based on microflora intestinal gas levels associated with the infant are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 12
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Catheter insertion sterilization

Номер: US20120161032A1
Автор: Benjamin Arcand, Bryan Rolfes, Joseph E. Hale, Nikhil Murdeshwar
Принадлежит: University of Minnesota

A device includes a sheath having a lumen defined by a wall. The wall has an outer surface that is configured to emit ultraviolet light in a direction substantially normal to the wall. The lumen has a distal end configured for percutaneous placement. The lumen has a proximal end configured to receive a catheter.

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Номер записи: 13
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Access sealing apparatus and method

Номер: US20120179001A1
Автор: Henry Kahle, Scott V. Taylor
Принадлежит: Applied Medical Resources Corp

A surgical access device includes a seal housing and a roller disposed in the housing and defining a working channel. The roller may be stationary or movable within the seal housing to form both a zero seal in the absence of an instrument, and an instrument seal in the presence of an instrument. Rotation of the roller is contemplated and low-friction surfaces are discussed to reduce instrument insertion forces. Multiple rollers, wiper elements, low-friction braid, pivoting elements and idler rollers are contemplated. The rollers will typically be formed of a gel material in order to facilitate the desired compliance, stretchability and elongation desired.

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Номер записи: 14
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Retrofittable aspiration prevention mechanism for patients

Номер: US20120191038A1
Автор: Allen Gerber
Принадлежит: Individual

A device is employed that can be retrofit onto existing feed pumps to remediate the problem of fluid aspiration in patients being fed through a feeding tube from the pump. In one embodiment the feeding pump is plugged into the device which is plugged into a power outlet. A patient angle sensor triggers power cutoff to the pump and stoppage of fluid flow. The angle sensor and operating program may be part of a smart phone. Power to the pump may be shut off due to a Bluetooth signal from the smart phone to a Bluetooth controlled power strip into which the pump is plugged to receive power.

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Номер записи: 15
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Infusion Apparatuses and Methods of Use

Номер: US20120191071A1
Автор: Bret Hamatake, David M. Butts, Jason R. Stats, Sandra J. Rome, Walter H. Shang
Принадлежит: CR Bard Inc

An exemplary infusion system for accessing an implanted device is disclosed comprising an insertion assembly, a hub comprising a sealable path configured to receive at least a portion of the insertion assembly, a flexible catheter attached to the hub and configured to receive at least a portion of the insertion assembly, and an extension tube attached to the hub. The hub may comprise a manifold element configured to provide fluid communication between the flexible catheter and the extension tube. The hub may also comprise a septum configured to seal the sealable path upon removal of the insertion assembly from the flexible catheter. The extension tube may also be configured to receive at least a portion of the insertion assembly. Exemplary methods of providing a fluid communication path to an implanted device are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 16
23-08-2012 дата публикации

Pressure vented fluid reservoir for a fluid infusion device

Номер: US20120215177A1
Автор: Edgardo C. Halili, Eric M. Lorenzen, Matthew William Yavorsky
Принадлежит: Medtronic Minimed Inc

Disclosed herein is a fluid infusion device of the type that delivers medication fluid to the body of a patient. The device includes or cooperates with a fluid reservoir, and the device has a sealing assembly to receive and form a fluid seal with the fluid reservoir. A retractable sealing element surrounding a hollow fluid delivery needle may be used to seal a port of the fluid reservoir. The port may include a pressure vent that is sealed by the retractable sealing element. In one variation, the reservoir includes a moving valve sleeve that holds a septum. The septum moves to allow the reservoir to vent, and to form a seal with the port when the needle pierces the septum. In another variation, the device includes a needleless sealing assembly. In yet other variations, the device uses a needled fluid reservoir.

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Номер записи: 17
13-09-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods to compensate for compression forces in an intravascular device

Номер: US20120232498A1
Автор: Marty L. Stout, Yiping Ma
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

A system and method for providing vent channel geometries to compensate for compression forces experienced by a septum within an intravascular device.

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Номер записи: 18
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Interosmolar fluid removal

Номер: US20120245543A1
Автор: Curtis B. Herbert
Принадлежит: Equilibrate LLC

Inventions are disclosed that generate osmotic pressure that can be used to remove fluids from a patient. One embodiment involves implanting a reservoir that has a semipermeable membrane sidewall. The reservoir contains trapped osmotic solutes that can not pass out through the membrane. But fluid from the patient can flow in. The osmotic pressure from the trapped solutes in the reservoir draws fluid from the patient across the semipermeable membrane and into the device. The reservoir may optionally be recharged from time to time and/or replaced by a new reservoir.

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Номер записи: 19
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Blood tube section for extracorporeally carrying blood, extracorporeal blood circuit, treatment apparatus as well as methods

Номер: US20120245555A1
Автор: Reiner Spickermann
Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

The present invention relates to a blood tube section for extracorporeally carrying blood during a blood treatment of a patient, wherein the blood tube section comprises at least one device for conveying blood, a drug solution or a liquid mixture within the blood tube section by deforming the tube diameter and sliding along an area of the blood tube section. The present invention further relates to an extracorporeal blood circuit, a treatment apparatus as well as methods for conveying blood, a drug solution or a liquid mixture and for supplying and/or administering and/or transporting an active substance.

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Номер записи: 20
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Identifying an Access Port

Номер: US20120259296A1
Автор: Alisha M. Hammond, Bret Hamatake, Charles L. Farnworth, John G. Evans, Kelly B. Powers, Kevin W. Sheetz, Loren R. Minert, Richard P. Jenkins, Sean M. Worthen
Принадлежит: CR Bard Inc

An access port for subcutaneous implantation is disclosed. Such an access port may comprise a body for capturing a septum for repeatedly inserting a needle therethrough into a cavity defined within the body. Further, the access port may include at least one feature structured and configured for identification of the access port subsequent to subcutaneous implantation. Methods of identifying a subcutaneously implanted access port are also disclosed. For example, a subcutaneously implanted access port may be provided and at least one feature of the subcutaneously implanted access port may be perceived. Further, the subcutaneously implanted access port may be identified in response to perceiving the at least one feature. In one embodiment, an identification feature is engraved or otherwise defined by the access port, so as to be visible after implantation via x-ray imaging technology.

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Номер записи: 21
01-11-2012 дата публикации

Two-phase surgical procedure for creating a pneumostoma to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Номер: US20120277584A1
Автор: David C. Plough, Don Tanaka, Joshua P. Wiesman
Принадлежит: Portaero Inc

A two-phase surgical procedure is disclosed for creating a pneumostoma to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease The first phase is a procedure to induce creation of a localized pleurodesis and is preferably performed as an outpatient procedure. The second phase is a procedure to introduce a surgical instrument into the lung via the pleurodesis to create the pneumostoma. An interval of about one of more days between the first and second phases allows the formation of a stable pleurodesis to prevent pneumothorax during the procedure.

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Номер записи: 22
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Coaxial trocar seals havng sequential adjacent openings

Номер: US20120310165A1
Автор: Charles C. Hart, John R. Brustad
Принадлежит: Applied Medical Resources Corp

An instrument seal of a surgical access device is provided and includes a plurality of nested coaxial seals arranged to cooperate and form a complete, circumferential seal around an inserted instrument.

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Номер записи: 23
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Vacuum assisted percutaneous appliance

Номер: US20130006186A1
Автор: Allen B. Kantrowitz, Chris Mortin, Daniel C. Wadsworth, Jr.
Принадлежит: L Vad Technology Inc

A device for reducing agent penetration at an insertion site is provided that has a porous inner sleeve fluidly connected to a conduit. A vacuum or hydrodynamic source is fluidly connected to the conduit. The device is stabilized by fibroblast in-growth and inhibits bacterial colonization. A device is also provided that has a conduit having a bore and an outer conduit surface. The outer conduit surface is optionally nanotextured to promote fibroblast adhesion and limit bacterial residency. A sleeve is provided in fluid communication with the bore of the conduit, and is formed from materials characterized by a pore matrix through which vacuum or hydrodynamic draw is achieved in a process to promote stabilization and reducing bacterial colonization by draw fluid from an area around the surrounding the site of the device. The sleeve optionally has a distal nanotextured surface.

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Номер записи: 24
10-01-2013 дата публикации

Low-profile surgical access devices with anchoring

Номер: US20130012782A1
Автор: James R. Parys, Kurt Azarbarzin, Ralph Stearns
Принадлежит: Surgiquest Inc

A surgical access device includes a proximal housing having proximal and distal end portions, the distal end portion of the housing being configured and adapted to engage a proximal portion of a flexible wound retractor. The proximal housing can be provided with a plenum chamber being defined therein, the plenum chamber being in fluid communication with at least one nozzle. The nozzle is preferably configured to direct pressurized fluid in an axial direction from the plenum chamber into a central bore of the surgical access device to provide a constant gaseous seal around a surgical instrument inserted therethrough, while inhibiting a loss of pressurized fluid from the body cavity therethrough. The plenum chamber can be adapted and configured to receive pressurized fluid and conduct the pressurized fluid to the at least one nozzle.

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Номер записи: 25
31-01-2013 дата публикации

Angiocatheter System With Anti-Leak Features

Номер: US20130030373A1
Автор: James A. Tiscione, Mark Banister, William Paul Spurbeck
Принадлежит: SFK BUSINESS VENTURES LLC

Angiocatheter systems with anti-leak features for helping to prevent leaking or blood splashes that could possibly pose a health risk to the patient and/or practitioner. The systems may feature slidable anti-leak components that regulate opening and closing of the hub's hole, wherein the anti-leak components are moveable upon insertion or removal of a secondary device. The systems may feature a moveable inner wall or components on the inner wall that regulate opening of the hub's hole, wherein the wall or components of the wall are movable upon insertion or removal of a secondary device. The systems may feature compressible valves or twistable bases that regulate opening of the hub's hole, wherein the valves or bases are manipulated upon insertion or removable of a secondary device.

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Номер записи: 26
07-03-2013 дата публикации

Retractor system for laparoscopic surgery

Номер: US20130060094A1
Автор: Jeongsam Lee
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed is a retractor system for laparoscopic surgery. According to one aspect of the present invention, provided is a retractor system for laparoscopic surgery comprising: a sleeve portion for forming a passage at a retractor; an upper guide portion in which an upper circular elastic ring is built, formed at the upper portion of the sleeve portion; a lower guide portion comprising a circular tube in which a lower circular elastic ring is built, formed at the lower portion of the sleeve portion; a tube pressure controller for injecting air or water into the circular tube or discharging the air or water of the circular tube to contract or extend the circular tube, connected to the circular tube through a pipe; and an air injector or a CO2 injector in which one end is mounted to the adjacent area of the sleeve portion, the extended pipe passes through the inside of the lower guide portion along the outer wall of the sleeve portion, and the other end is mounted to the lower portion of the lower guide portion.

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Номер записи: 27
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Methods and devices to accelerate wound healing in thoracic anastomosis applications

Номер: US20130072910A1
Автор: Don Tanaka
Принадлежит: Portaero Inc

A minimally invasive lung reduction device which overcomes the disadvantages associated with treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by utilizing the phenomenon of collateral ventilation to increase the expiratory flow from a diseased lung. The device also provides a means for assisting in or facilitating pulmonary decompression to compress the diseased area or area of the lung or lungs to a smaller volume.

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Номер записи: 28
28-03-2013 дата публикации

One Step Cecostomy

Номер: US20130079712A1
Автор: Alison S. Bagwell, Emily A. Reichart, Jennifer S. Stadelman, Kok-Ming Tai, Phillip A. Schorr, Shawn R. Feaster, Thomas G. Estes
Принадлежит: Individual

The present disclosure describes a cecostomy tube having a head with an opening and a valve. There is a flexible catheter with a lumen having proximal and distal ends, the proximal end of the catheter in fluid communication with the opening in the head, a portion of the catheter extending away from the head to define the distal end. The catheter also has walls defining inside and outside surfaces from the opening defined in the head to the distal end of the catheter. There is a retainer provided on the distal end of the catheter. The retainer can change shape from a first profile or configuration to a second profile where the second profile is larger than the first profile and the second profile is adapted to retain the cecostomy tube in place in a body. The device may be placed in a single, initial surgical operation.

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Номер записи: 29
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Implantable drug pumps and refill devices therefor

Номер: US20130116664A1
Автор: Jason Shih, Julian D. Kavazov, Yu-Chong Tai
Принадлежит: MiniPumps LLC

Implanted drug pump devices can be refilled via a fill port in the drug reservoir that includes a self-resealable septum.

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Номер записи: 30
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Pre-loaded septum for use with an access port

Номер: US20130123574A1
Автор: Babak Honaryar
Принадлежит: Allergan Inc

Generally described herein are apparatus, systems and methods related to a pre-loaded septum insertable in an access port housing for increasing the control of the compression within the septum and the interference between the septum and the housing. For example, a pair of washers having mating portions may be positioned on respective sides of a rubber septum and bent such that the mating portions of one of the washer are interlocked with the mating portions of the other washer, the interlocked portions forming a tight ring about the septum and generating lateral compression on the septum, thereby “loading” the septum. In addition, fluid seals made of a rubber material with lower durometer than the rubber septum may be used at the interface between the rubber septum and the housing to enhance the fluid sealing functionality while promoting the self-sealing features of the rubber septum.

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Номер записи: 31
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Device for sampling and reinjecting a fluid, and related injector and sampling kit

Номер: US20130123683A1
Автор: Eric Perouse
Принадлежит: SYMATESE

A device includes a hollow body delimiting a cavity for receiving the fluid, which cavity opens in a proximal opening and at least one distal opening for sampling and/or reinjection and a piston movably mounted in the receiving cavity to obturate the proximal opening. The device includes an assembly for selective distribution of a proximal part of the fluid located in the receiving cavity, including a fluid circulation channel that passes through the piston, which channel opens into the receiving cavity. The circulation channel and/or a distribution channel is able to cooperate or to communicate with an additional flow regulation device which can be manually actionable.

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Номер записи: 32
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Sealing valve cover used in sputum suction pipe

Номер: US20130144268A1
Автор: Jin Chung
Принадлежит: Pacific Hospital Supply Co Ltd

A sealing vale cover used in a sputum suction pipe, which is mounted in a sputum suction pipe, includes a valve body and an elastic contractible cover. The valve body has a hollow interior and an open end. The elastic contractible cover seals the other end of the valve body. The inner wall surface of the elastic contractible cover is provided with a contact rib. The contact rib extends radially and outwardly from the top of an inner wall surface of the elastic contractible cover. The contact rib is formed with an arc-shaped surface on its protruding portion. When a long conduit of the sputum suction pipe is disposed through the elastic contractible cover, the arc-shaped surface of the contact rib is brought into contact with the outer surface of the long conduit, thereby preventing the leakage of the sputum.

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Номер записи: 33
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Hemostasis valve and guidewire pacing system

Номер: US20130172924A1
Автор: Allan C. Shuros, Eric A. Mokelke
Принадлежит: Cardiac Pacemakers Inc

Systems and methods for temporarily pacing a patient's heart are provided. One system includes a hemostasis valve with an adjustable electrical connection, the adjustable electrical connection having one or more adjustable contacts. The adjustable contacts have a first, radially expanded configuration and a second, radially constricted configuration. In the radially constricted configuration, the adjustable contacts are configured to pierce through a layer of an elongate medical device that is disposed in the hemostasis valve. The elongate medical device has a distal electrode and a conductor extending along a portion of the elongate medical device. The adjustable contacts pierce through a make contact with the conductor, providing an electrical pathway to the distal electrode. Also provided are vascular access systems including a hemostasis valve and a guide catheter, guide wire torquers with adjustable contacts and methods of temporarily pacing a patient's heart.

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Номер записи: 34
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Trocar system for use in laparoscopic surgery

Номер: US20130178885A1
Автор: Jeong Sam Lee
Принадлежит: Individual

A trocar system for use in laparoscopic surgery is disclosed. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the trocar system includes: an upper housing having a circular or oval shape with a lower opening; a plurality of protrusion membranes provided to the upper housing to install a trocar; one or more tubes for sustaining air passage installed on the upper housing; and a lower guide formed at the lower edge of the upper housing, installed on the upper portion of a laparoscopic retractor, and conveniently removed therefrom. The trocar is fixedly installed on the protrusion membrane, and includes: a trocar body having a cylindrical shape; a valve cover disposed over the trocar body to close the upper space thereof; a recess for an installation ring disposed on the lower outer circumference of the trocar body; and an elastic press which is moved in conjunction with the side portion of an upper valve to open the upper valve; the trocar system further includes a seal part. When the trocar body is inserted into the protrusion membrane, the seal part is disposed at the recess for an installation ring to fix the outer circumference of the protrusion membrane.

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Номер записи: 35
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Enteral feeding extension set connector

Номер: US20130296832A1
Автор: Donald J. McMichael, John A. Rotella, Nathan C. Griffith, Scott M. Teixeira
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

A connector for coupling to a base of an indwelling catheter or tube device equipped with a circular hub having a radius, a top surface, a side surface, and a circumferential recess defined in the side surface. The connector has a resilient assembly that includes a plurality of release buttons extending from the resilient assembly and may optionally include a head. The connector may also include a conduit defining a fluid pathway for transferring fluids through the connector. Each release button has a first portion including a finger contact zone and a second portion including a catch. The catch is configured to releasably engage the circumferential recess defined in the side surface of the circular hub. The connector is coupled to the circular hub by positioning the connector on the circular hub and depressing the connector until the catches engage the circumferential recess defined in the side surface of the circular hub such that the connector is configured to rotate completely about the circular hub. The connector is decoupled from the hub by pressing the release buttons to reversibly displace the respective catches radially to disengage from the circumferential recess.

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Номер записи: 36
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Hermetic connector, pierceable without needle and automatically and sealingly reclosable, for devices intended for collecting and dispensing liquid solutions for pharmaceutical and/or nutritional use

Номер: US20130299021A1
Автор: PAOLO GIUSEPPE GOBBI FRATTINI
Принадлежит: Ditta Paolo Giuseppe GOBBI FRATTINI

A connector for devices intended to collect and dispense liquid solutions for pharmaceutical and/or nutritional use is described. The connector comprises a closing plug pierceable by pressing a needleless introduction/collection tang. The closing plug comprises a check valve with closing lips openable by introducing said tang and elastically reclosable after extracting the introduced tang and further comprising a pierceable and elastically sealingly reclosable membrane placed to hermetically close the inlet end of said check valve. Said closing lips are located at one end of an elastically deformable plastic material body, which is longitudinally crossed by a thin rectangular section slot, the slot being closed on the other end by said pierceable and elastically reclosable membrane.

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Номер записи: 37
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Silicone Tubing and Method for Making and Using Same

Номер: US20130302548A1
Автор: Adam P. Nadeau, Ashok Mohanty, Michael E. Cahill, Michael J. Tzivanis
Принадлежит: Saint Gobain Performance Plastics Corp

Silicone tube structures are formed having a particular dimensional accuracy. In one embodiment, a silicone tube structure can include an extruded hollow body having an inner bore. The extruded hollow body can have an inner diameter, an outer diameter, and a length of at least approximately 20 m. The extruded hollow body can also have a dimensional accuracy that is measured by the standard deviation of the inner diameter being no greater than approximately 0.8% of an average inner diameter of the extruded hollow body over the length. In an embodiment, the silicone tube structure can be cut to form a number of silicone tubes.

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Номер записи: 38
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Multi-lumen tubing to single lumen tubing connector

Номер: US20130304039A1
Автор: Terry Chung
Принадлежит: Fenwal Inc

A connector for a fluid handling system includes a body defining a plurality of internal passages that connect single-lumen tubes to lumens of a multi-lumen tube. Openings located along an internal edge of connector provide fluid communication between the internal passages and openings located along a curved outer surface of the multi-lumen tube.

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Номер записи: 39
21-11-2013 дата публикации

Blood control iv catheter with antimicrobial properties

Номер: US20130310764A1
Автор: Jonathan K. Burkholz, Marty L. Stout, S. Ray Isaacson
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

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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Номер записи: 40
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Implantable solid-liquid drug delivery apparatus, formulations, and methods of use

Номер: US20130324969A1
Автор: Mir Imran
Принадлежит: Incube Laboratories LLC

Embodiments provide apparatus and methods for delivering liquid form medication within the body wherein the medication is stored in solid form and then mixed with a liquid in an apparatus implanted within the body. One embodiment provides an implantable apparatus for in vivo delivery of medication comprising a housing including a reservoir, a store of solid form medication (SSM) and a pump. An SSM element is added to the reservoir along with fluid to form a medication solution comprising at least one drug. The medication solution is then delivered to a delivery site using a pumping means to pump solution from the reservoir through a delivery member such as catheter to a delivery site. Embodiments of the invention are particularly useful for delivering medication to a patient to treat a medical condition over an extended period of time without requiring the patient to take external medication.

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Номер записи: 41
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Access port

Номер: US20130331655A1
Автор: Blayne A. Roeder, Piotr Miroslaw Kasprzak, Werner Dieter Ducke
Принадлежит: Cook Medical Technologies LLC

An endoscopic access port and sheath assembly or laparoscopic port ( 10 ) comprises a sheath ( 12 ) and a haemostatic valve. The sheath has an elongate tubular body and a sheath lumen through it. The haemostatic valve comprising a housing ( 14 ), the housing comprises a tubular body with an internal lumen ( 18 ) and a first end and a second end. The first end is connected to the sheath and the sheath lumen and the internal lumen are in fluid communication. The second end of the housing has an access port. There is a substantially cylindrical valve assembly ( 27 ) within the housing at the second end of the housing. The substantially cylindrical valve assembly is formed from a plurality of valve segments ( 28 ). Each valve segment has an elongate body being in cross section a sector of a circle. Each valve segment is formed from a resilient material. The plurality of valve segments when assembled form the substantially cylindrical valve assembly and define between each other a plurality resilient interface regions ( 29 ) to receive and grip a medical device between them in use.

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Номер записи: 42
23-01-2014 дата публикации

Catheter with valve

Номер: US20140025019A1
Автор: Tadatsugu Onuma
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

A catheter including one or more bidirectional valves is provided. The catheter includes a tubular body having proximal and distal ends, and inner and outer surfaces, and at least one valve formed near the distal end of the tubular body. The valve includes a deformation portion that defines a slit that is openable and closable. The openable/closable slit communicates from the inner surface to the outer surface of the tubular body, wherein the distance between the inner surface and the outer surface of the tubular body progressively becomes thinner approaching the openable/closable slit within the deformation portion.

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Номер записи: 43
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Subcutaneous Infusion Set With Side Port Fluid Connector

Номер: US20140039453A1
Автор: Ralph L. Sonderegger
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

An infusion set preferably for use with an inserter is disclosed. The infusion set includes a septum cap that encapsulates an upper resilient septum and a lower resilient septum of a base, and includes at least one radial port to receive insertion of a blunt cannula when an extension set hub is engaged with the infusion set in a direction substantially parallel to the skin surface. The extension set hub is configured to provide a snap-fit engagement with the septum cap, wherein the blunt cannula of the extension set hub is guided through the radial port of the septum cap and penetrates the interface between the upper septum and the lower septum. The extension set hub and the septum cap can be rotated in a 360 degree manner about the base of the infusion set.

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Номер записи: 44
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Medical Fluid Line Alignment Devices and Related Systems and Methods

Номер: US20140097303A1
Автор: Jeffrey Lake
Принадлежит: Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc

A medical fluid line alignment device that includes a base that is attachable to a support member and a fluid line organizer attachable to the base. The fluid line organizer includes a plurality of access ports that allow fluid lines to be connected to the fluid line organizer. The device further includes a plurality of guides disposed on the base. Each of the guides is aligned with one of the access ports, and each of the guides has a top surface defining a recessed region that is sized and shaped to at least partially receive a fluid line therein.

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Номер записи: 45
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Septum Feature for Identification of an Access Port

Номер: US20140100534A1
Автор: Eddie K. Burnside, Jay Gerondale, Jim C. Beasley, Kelly B. Powers, Steven Tallarida
Принадлежит: CR Bard Inc

A power-injectable access port, and a method of identifying a subcutaneously implanted power-injectable access port. The power-injectable access port includes a body capturing a septum that covers a cavity defined by the body, and a pattern of protrusions extending from an outer surface of the septum away from the cavity, the pattern of protrusions detectable through palpation to identify the access port as a power-injectable access port.

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Номер записи: 46
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Device for sealing perforations and sustaining flow

Номер: US20140100603A1
Автор: Dan Aravot, Ehud Almon, Eran Hirszowicz, Hila Yaron-Brauman
Принадлежит: Dan Aravot, Ehud Almon, Eran Hirszowicz, Hila Yaron-Brauman

A device for sealing perforations and sustaining a flow of liquids as well as a method of using the same are disclosed. The device can be beneficially employed in emergency trauma care or for performing a rapid aortic cannulation procedure or other catheterizations. The device includes a catheter member, a mandrel member, a cannula member and a sealing element.

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Номер записи: 47
07-01-2016 дата публикации

IN LINE FLUID SAMPLING PORT

Номер: US20160000364A1
Автор: MENDELS Yair, SHAMIR Matan
Принадлежит:

A fluid sampling ports for withdrawing and administering fluids from or to a sampling site. The sampling valve is interconnected in a line to and/or from a patient with the line carrying a fluid that one wishes to sample. In a particular example, the sampling valve or port is interconnected in an arterial line and/or serves as a dialysis fluid sampling port. 114-. (canceled)15. A fluid sampling port for a housing through which fluid flows , the housing having an inlet and outlet defined in opposite sides to establish an elongated flow path through the housing with the housing defining an opening communicating with the flow path through the housing , the sampling port comprising;a cylindrical resilient valve body having a normally closed, through, axial slit and having an upper portion with a top surface and a reduced section lower portion with a bottom flange that is sized to rest on said housing surrounding and closing the opening in said housing and a shoulder defined between the upper portion and the lower portion;a planar disc securing member defining a central opening and having an upstanding rim surrounding its central opening of the same diameter as the reduced section of the resilient valve body for mounting in registry with the opening in the housing;said resilient valve body inserted into the central opening of the planar disc securing member with its upper portion above the planar securing member with the upstanding rim bearing against the shoulder between the upper portion and the lower portion reduced section of the resilient valve body and with the bottom flange and lower portion below the planar disc securing member;said planar disc securing member clamping the flange of the valve body to the housing and sealing the opening in the housing; with the upper portion of the valve body protruding upwardly through the central opening in the planar disc securing member;whereby a needleless connector can be introduced into the normally closed slit of the ...

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Номер записи: 48
07-01-2021 дата публикации

CATHETER FOR MONITORING UTERINE CONTRACTION PRESSURE

Номер: US20210000422A1
Автор: Levine Marc-Alan, McKinney Timothy
Принадлежит: Sentinel Medical Technologies, LLC

A multi-lumen catheter for monitoring uterine contraction pressure having an elongated body configured and dimensioned for insertion into a bladder of a patient, the catheter having a first lumen, a second lumen, and a first balloon at a distal portion, the first lumen communicating with the first balloon. The second lumen communicates with the bladder to remove fluid from the bladder. The first balloon is filled with a gas to form along with the first lumen a gas filled chamber to monitor pressure within the bladder to thereby monitor uterine contraction pressure of the patient. 120- (canceled)21. A system for monitoring uterine contraction pressure via measuring bladder pressure , the system comprising a catheter having an elongated body configured and dimensioned for insertion into a bladder of a patient , the catheter having a first lumen , a second lumen , and a first balloon at a distal portion , the first lumen communicating with the first balloon , and the second lumen having an opening communicating with the bladder to remove fluid from the bladder through the second lumen , the first balloon filled with a gas to form along with the first lumen a gas filled chamber to monitor pressure within the bladder to thereby monitor uterine contraction pressure of the patient , and a sensor to measure pressure in response to deformation of the balloon , the pressure sensor measuring pressure of the bladder to provide readings of bladder pressure.22. The system of claim 21 , wherein the pressure sensor continuously communicates with an external monitor to visually display pressure readings claim 21 , the pressure sensor providing continuous pressure measurements throughout its duration of insertion without requiring infusion of water into the bladder.23. The system of claim 21 , wherein the gas filled chamber is a closed system.24. The system of claim 21 , further comprising a temperature sensor to measure maternal core body temperature.25. The system of claim 21 , ...

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Номер записи: 49
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Method and system for creating a diagnostic vascular window

Номер: US20180000394A1
Автор: Louis L. Barrett, Michael Black, Peter Kotanko, Robert Kossmann
Принадлежит: Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc

Embodiments of the disclosure provide a method and system for providing a diagnostic vascular window that may be used in real time to monitor a patient's fluid conditions in a variety of settings. The diagnostic vascular window may, for example, be used pre-surgery, during surgery, and post-surgery to determine whether a correct type and dose of diuretic drugs are being used for the patient. The diagnostic vascular window utilizes low flow accesses to view blood/fluids leaving and entering the patient's body. In addition, the same amount of fluids leaving the body enters the body, so there are no fluid losses or gains within the diagnostic vascular window. The low flow accesses in conjunction with a monitoring system allows for real-time measurements of blood parameters without fluid loss.

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Номер записи: 50
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Compact urinary catheter

Номер: US20160001037A1
Автор: Daniel Wei-Chen HONG, David Philip Janka, Katherine Muterspaugh Steele, Myung Sun Choi, Naama Stauber, Sean Kshitij Mehra
Принадлежит: CompactCath Inc

A urinary catheter system includes a catheter, a sheath, an enclosure and a plug. The catheter has distal and proximal ends. The sheath is slidable along the catheter between first and second positions. The enclosure encloses a majority of the catheter and includes a bottom member, a top member, an outer peripheral wall defining an outer hole to allow advancement of the distal end, and an inner peripheral wall defining an inner hole, where the catheter is extendable through the inner hole. Rotating the top or bottom member relative to the other member causes the catheter to wind within the enclosure. The plug can seal the proximal end to block liquid flow, and a user can disengage the plug to allow liquid flow.

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Номер записи: 51
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Implanatable Medical Device for Improved Placement and Adherence in the Body

Номер: US20160001055A1
Автор: Bourne George, Culhane James
Принадлежит: ANGIODYNAMICS, INC.

A medical device comprises a flexible member that can be adhesively attached to a housing of the medical device, allowing implantation of the medical device into a body through an incision of reduced size. The flexible member can be attached to the housing either before or after implantation into the body. The flexible member comprises suture locations, including a permeable membrane or a suture hole, for suturing the medical device to tissue of the body. The suture holes can be filled with a substance penetrable by a suture needle, to minimize tissue ingrowth before or after suturing. 1. An implantable port for fluid access to a target site within a body , said implantable port comprising:a housing defining an entry site for the administration, withdrawal or exchange of fluids with the target site, the entry site comprising a septum, the housing having a side wall extending from the entry site to a base;a needle-penetrable region adjacent a perimeter of said implantable port, wherein the needle-penetrable region comprises a needle-penetrable material configured to allow complete penetration by a suture needle to attach a suture, and the needle-penetrable material extending from the base along the side wall for a selected distance.2. The implantable port of claim 1 , wherein the needle-penetrable material extends below the base.3. The implantable port of claim 1 , wherein the needle-penetrable material is flush with the base.4. The implantable port of claim 1 , wherein the needle-penetrable material is devoid of any preformed spaces not containing the needle-penetrable material between the housing and the base.5. The implantable port of claim 1 , wherein the needle-penetrable material comprises a flexible polymer.6. The implantable port of claim 5 , wherein the flexible polymer comprises silicone.7. The implantable port of claim 1 , wherein the needle penetrable region does not extend continuously along a cross-section of a bottom surface of the implantable port ...

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Номер записи: 52
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Radiopaque And Septum-Based Indicators for a Multi-Lumen Implantable Port

Номер: US20210001104A1
Автор: Amin Murtaza Y., Christian Kelly J., Cise David M., Evans John G., Vader Mark H.
Принадлежит:

An access port including a housing, a first septum, a second septum, and a radiographic indicator. The first septum and the second septum can respectively cover a first reservoir and a second reservoir of the access port. The first septum can include a first sub-pattern of protrusions and the second septum can include a second sub-pattern of protrusions. The radiographic indicator can include a first portion including information pertaining to the first sub-pattern, and a second portion including information pertaining to the second sub-pattern. 1. An access port designed for power injection , comprising:a housing defining a first reservoir and a second reservoir;a first septum covering the first reservoir, the first septum including a first sub-pattern of protrusions;a second septum covering the second reservoir, the second septum including a second sub-pattern of protrusions; anda radiographic indicator including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion including indicia corresponding to the first sub-pattern, the second portion including indicia corresponding to the second sub-pattern.2. The access port according to claim 1 , wherein the radiographic indicator indicates an orientation of the access port following implantation in a patient.3. The access port according to claim 1 , wherein the radiographic indicator includes a recess defined in the housing claim 1 , the recess being radiographically visible relative to other portions of the housing.4. The access port according to claim 1 , wherein the combination of the first sub-pattern of protrusions and the second sub-pattern of protrusions defines a third sub-pattern of protrusions.5. The access port according to claim 1 , wherein the first sub-pattern and the second sub-pattern identify triangular shapes.6. The access port according to claim 1 , wherein the radiographic indicator includes a letter “C” and a letter “T.”7. The access port according to claim 6 , wherein the letters “C” and “T” are ...

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Номер записи: 53
07-01-2021 дата публикации

REMOTE ACCESS VASCULAR AND SOFT TISSUE TUNNERLING DILATOR SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20210001105A1
Автор: Schmidt Gerald Ernst
Принадлежит:

Remote access, soft tissue tunneling dilators are used for the placement of central venous catheters of varying sizes into one or more jugular veins, for forming pathways of varying sizes through subcutaneous soft tissue, or for enlarging internal renal access pathways of varying sizes to accommodate access by urological instruments. Dilators comprise a tapered body extending from a proximal end to a distal tip, where both an outer diameter and a material hardness of the tapered body gradually increase distally-to-proximally from the distal tip toward the proximal end of the tapered body. The tapered body may include a plurality of visual indicators disposed upon the body at one or both of a plurality of distally-to-proximally increasing length increments and a plurality of distally-to-proximally increasing diameter increments. Other embodiments are also disclosed. 1. A method of dilating a vascular system for remotely placing a catheter via a jugular vein of a patient , the method comprising: the straight tapered section extends along a straight tapered length having an outer diameter that slopes distally-to-proximally from a minimum distal diameter to a maximum proximal diameter; and', 'the proximal body section extends along a proximal body length having the maximum proximal diameter;, 'providing a tapered vascular dilator having a tapered body extending from a proximal end to a distal tip and having a proximal body section and a straight tapered section disposed proximally-to-distally therebetween, whereinusing an introducer needle, puncturing an internal jugular vein (IJV) from a remote access point posterior to a sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM) of the patient;advancing, distally-to-proximally, the tapered vascular dilator over a standard guide wire from the remote access point, through a plurality of soft tissues surrounding the guide wire, and into an inferior vena cava (IVC), thereby dilating an access pathway from the remote access point to the IVC in not ...

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Номер записи: 54
05-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR GUIDE CATHETER CONTROL WITH INTRODUCER CONNECTOR

Номер: US20170000979A1
Автор: Blacker Steven J.
Принадлежит: Corindus, Inc.

An introducer assembly for introducing a catheter into a patient, includes a sheath having a distal end and a proximal end with a hollow lumen extending between the distal end and proximal end. The assembly also includes a coupler having a distal end operatively coupled to the proximal end of the sheath, the coupler having an internal passage in fluid communication with the hollow lumen. The assembly further includes a connector having a distal end operatively coupled to the coupler proximate the distal end of the coupler. 1. A catheter introducer comprising:a coupler having a distal end configured to operatively couple a sheath;a connector extending from the proximal end of the coupler, the connector having a portion that expands and contracts along a longitudinal axis upon the application of a force applied to a distal end of the connector.2. The catheter introducer of claim 1 , wherein the connector includes a breakaway portion that separates the connector into a first portion and a second portion upon the application of a force along the longitudinal axis greater than a predetermined force.3. The catheter introducer of claim 2 , wherein the breakaway portion includes a frangible portion intermediate a proximal end and distal end of the connector. This application is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/106,638 entitles SYSTEM FOR GUIDE CATHETER CONTROL WITH INTRODUCER CONNECTOR filed Dec. 13, 2013, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/737,092, filed Dec. 13, 2012, entitled SYSTEM FOR GUIDE CATHETER CONTROL WITH INTRODUCER CONNECTOR, both of which are incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates generally to the field of catheter systems for performing diagnostic and/or intervention procedures. The present invention relates specifically to a guide catheter control in robotic catheter system with an introducer connector.Vascular disease, and in particular cardiovascular disease, ...

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Номер записи: 55
05-01-2017 дата публикации

VASCULAR ACCESS PORT

Номер: US20170000995A1
Автор: Eliasen Kenneth Arden, TALLARIDA Steven J.
Принадлежит:

An access port, wherein the access port may include a body having an exterior surface and a chamber defined therein, a bore defined in the body providing fluid communication between the chamber and the exterior surface, a needle in fluid communication with the chamber, a passage defined in the body providing communication between the chamber and the exterior surface, a seal secured within the passage, and an actuator in communication with the needle, configured to move the needle relative to the passage or move the passage relative to the needle. 120.-. (canceled)21. An access port system , comprising:an implantable access port configured to be implanted into a subject, said access port including an access port body and an access port needle;wherein said access port body is configured to collapse from an expanded positon to a collapsed position to expose said needle outside said access port body and configured to expand from said collapsed positon to said expanded position to contain said needle within said access port body; andwherein said needle is arranged within said access port body to penetrate outwardly through skin of said subject from within said subject when said access port is implanted in said subject.22. The access port system of claim 21 , wherein said needle is coupled within said access port body to inhibit removal of said needle from said access port body.23. The access port system of claim 22 , wherein said needle is mechanically coupled within said access port body.24. The access port system of claim 21 , wherein said needle is fixed within said access port body.25. The access port system of claim 21 , wherein said needle is fixed to said access port body.26. The access port system of claim 21 , wherein said needle includes a replaceable needle tip.27. The access port system of claim 21 , wherein said access port body comprises a first portion and a second portion claim 21 , and wherein at least one of said first portion and said second portion ...

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Номер записи: 56
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Brain Portal

Номер: US20170000996A1
Автор: alan edward odonnell
Принадлежит: Individual

The Brain Portal is a device that allows for easy access to the brain for treatments that require multiple visits inside the brain case to alleviate the need for multiple craniotomies. Such treatments could involve multiple injections of medicines that have to be given over a period of days or weeks. In a different configuration, it also allows for electrical stimulation of the brain thru electrodes without the need for batteries, and allows the flow of electricity from outside the brain to the affected areas using induction coils. The Brain Portal can also be used as an easy means to collect samples of cerebral spinal fluid without the need of a spinal tap. Furthermore, having an easy access allows the physician the option of injecting drugs directly into the brain, bypassing the blood-brain barrier, thereby lowering the dosage needed to treat disease.

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Номер записи: 57
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Tissue Needle With Side Aperture for Access To Target Location

Номер: US20170000997A1
Автор: JALANDHARA NISHANT, JALANDHARA PRIYANKA
Принадлежит:

A needle suitable for use by inserting thru tissue for gaining access to target location. A needle is provided which has improved functionality and reducing complexity of procedure. The needle is comprised of an end with side aperture towards the tip portion, which is connected via conduit portion to the needle port. In one embodiment, the needle is comprised of a hollow needle with a port and a distal atraumatic end towards which there is a single aperture on the side wall, wherein a wire can be moved within the needle without damaging the wire. In other embodiment, the needle is comprised of a hollow needle with more than one port connected to tip portion towards which there are multiple apertures on the side wall, wherein a contrast or fluid injected from one port and wire can be inserted and removed from another port of the needle. 1. A needle for use with means to transfer materials comprising (i) a tip which tapers to a point , (ii) at least one aperture partially covering the tip , in fluid communication with a conduit portion that connects to the tip portion , which is shaped to facilitate movement of wire without getting the wire caught or kinked on the aperture , (iii) at least one conduit portion (iv) at least one port and (v) where the edge of the side aperture is rounded and/or smoothened.2. A needle according to in which the tip has a cutting end with one or more bevels sharpened into blades3. A needle according to in which the tip has an atraumatic tip which is smooth and with a conical shape so that it parts tissue without cutting it.4. A needle according to which has an atraumatic tip which is flat so that upon penetration it pushes tissue without essentially cutting it.5. A needle according to in which the opening of the aperture is angled between 100 to 179 degrees measured to the longitudinal axis of the needle.6. A needle according to in which there is at least one conduit portion that is treated to be polished that would facilitate movement of ...

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Номер записи: 58
20-01-2022 дата публикации

MEDICAL SYSTEM INCLUDING TWO ACCESS PORTS

Номер: US20220016402A1
Автор: Abrams Daniel J., Shafer Lisa Lynn, Skinner Dwight
Принадлежит:

A system includes a first port comprising a first inlet, a first outlet, a first fluid pathway extending from the first inlet to the first outlet, a second inlet, a second outlet, and a second fluid pathway extending from the second inlet to the second outlet. The system further includes one or more CSF catheters having a first lumen, a first distal opening in fluid communication with the first lumen, a second lumen, and a second distal opening in fluid communication with the second lumen. The one or more CSF catheters are, or are configured to be, operatively coupled with the first implantable device such that the first lumen is in fluid communication with the first fluid pathway and the second lumen is in fluid communication with the second fluid pathway. At least the first distal opening is configured to be placed in the CSF-containing space. The system further includes a second port having a third inlet, a third outlet, and a third fluid pathway extending from the third inlet to the third outlet. The system also includes a port catheter configured to operatively couple the third fluid pathway to the second fluid pathway. 1. A system for infusing fluid into a CSF-containing space and for withdrawing fluid from the CSF-containing space , the system comprising:a first port comprising a first inlet, a first outlet, a first fluid pathway extending from the first inlet to the first outlet, a second inlet, a second outlet, and a second fluid pathway extending from the second inlet to the second outlet;one or more CSF catheters comprising a first lumen, a first distal opening in fluid communication with the first lumen, a second lumen, and a second distal opening in fluid communication with the second lumen, wherein the one or more CSF catheters are, or are configured to be, operatively coupled with the first implantable device such that the first lumen is in fluid communication with the first fluid pathway and the second lumen is in fluid communication with the second ...

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Номер записи: 59
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Vascular access device

Номер: US20220016408A1
Автор: Augustus Pedrotty, Sam Pedrotty
Принадлежит: UNM Rainforest Innovations

A vascular access device that prevents needle infiltration, provides a repeatable same-site access, and simplifies cannulation all while being minimally invasive and allows patients to self-cannulate.

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Номер записи: 60
12-01-2017 дата публикации

IMPLANTING CARDIAC DEVICES

Номер: US20170007404A1
Автор: Maier Andreas, Wildhirt Stephen Manuel
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A method of implanting a cardiac device featuring the insertion of an inner seal member through an opening in a pericardium about a living human heart. The inner seal member has a first sealing lip disposed inside the pericardium and surrounding an aperture through the inner seal member. An outer seal member is aligned with the inner seal member. The outer seal member has a second sealing lip disposed outside the pericardium, surrounding an aperture through the outer seal member. The inner seal member is secured to the outer seal member. The firsts sealing lip is engaged against an inner surface of the pericardium. The second sealing lip is engaged against an outer surface of the pericardium. A cardiac device is inserted into the pericardium through the apertures of the inner and outer seal members. 1inserting the self-expanding cardiac device into a lumen of a catheter in a non-expanded state;inserting a seal into an aperture of a pericardium about a living heart;inserting a portion of the catheter through the seal;discharging the self-expanding cardiac device from the lumen of the catheter into the pericardium to cause the self-expanding cardiac device to automatically transform from the non-expanded state to an expanded state;orienting the self-expanding cardiac device relative to the living heart; andremoving the catheter from the seal.. A method of implanting a self-expanding cardiac device, the method comprising: The present application is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/838,831, filed Mar. 15, 2013, which claims priority to German patent application serial no. DE 102013200150.9, filed Jan. 8, 2013, and DE 102013200153.3, filed Jan. 8, 2013, the entire contents of each of which is incorporated herein by reference and relied upon.The invention pertains to a device to support cardiac function. In particular, the device according to the invention serves to support a pumping function of a heart.Due to illness, the pumping function ...

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Номер записи: 61
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Medicine delivery device with restricted access filling port

Номер: US20160008536A1
Автор: Claus E. Jensen, Heiko Arndt, Mads DALL, Patrick Mcdermott, Peter Gravesen
Принадлежит: Cequr SA

A disposable patch pump may be provided with a filling adapter, to ensure filling by an authorized user. The adapter mates with the pump and a source of medicament, such as an insulin vial, to prevent filling the pump directly with a conventional syringe. The adapter and/or pump filling port may be configured with a frangible element, to limit the system to single use.

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Номер записи: 62
14-01-2016 дата публикации

FLUID TRANSFER DEVICE OR SET WITH RETRACTABLE NEEDLE AND SEPTUM

Номер: US20160008538A1
Автор: Isaacson S. Ray, Sonderegger, SR. Ralph L.
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A sealed fluid transfer device comprised of tubing, a proximal fitting, and a distal needle assembly is provided. The needle assembly includes a needle hub secured to a needle cannula. A cantilevered actuator arm extends outwardly from the needle hub having an actuator button at its free end. The needle assembly is disposed in a barrel and can move from a distal position, where the needle is exposed, to a proximal position, where the needle is shielded. The barrel includes a septum which seals the barrel. A spring is disposed in the barrel for propelling the needle assembly to the proximal position. The barrel includes an aperture that receives the actuator button for locking the spring in a compressed condition. Depression of the actuator button enables the spring to propel the needle assembly into its proximal position. A safety mechanism prevents inadvertent depression of the actuator button. 1. A sealed retractable needle assembly , comprising:a needle assembly comprised of a needle hub and a needle securely coupled to the needle hub;a resiliently deflectable actuator arm extending from the needle hub and having an actuator button formed thereon;a barrel having proximal and distal ends and a passage extending therebetween, wherein the needle assembly is slidably disposed within the passage and the needle assembly and the actuator arm are axially movable relative to the barrel from a distal position where the needle projects distally beyond the distal end of the barrel and a proximal position where the needle is entirely contained within the barrel, and wherein the barrel defines an aperture extending therethrough, which aperture engages the actuator button when the needle hub is in the distal position and the actuator button disengages the aperture when the actuator arm is resiliently deflected;a spring disposed in the barrel for propelling the needle assembly to the proximal position when the actuator arm is deflected and the actuator button disengages the ...

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Номер записи: 63
14-01-2016 дата публикации

MEDICAL VALVE WITH A VARIABLE DIAMETER SEAL

Номер: US20160008591A1
Автор: Appling Anthony, Furnish Greg, Morris Ben
Принадлежит:

A medical valve assembly includes a tube extending between a first tube end and a second tube end to define a passageway extending along a longitudinal axis between the ends. A plunger plate extends radially from the second tube end of the tube, and a valve housing surrounds the tube about the second tube end and extends from a first valve housing end to a second valve housing end. The valve housing includes a flange extending radially inwardly from the second valve housing end and disposed in spaced relationship with the plunger plate to define a distance dimension D extending therebetween. An elastomeric seal is compressed between the plunger plate and the flange, and one of the valve housing and the tube is axially movable relative to the other to vary the distance between said plunger plate and said flange and adjust an inner diameter of the elastomeric seal. 1. A medical valve assembly for use in inserting a medical device into a body vessel of a patient , comprising:a tube extending between a first tube end and a second tube end to define a passageway extending along a longitudinal axis between said ends;a plunger plate extending radially from said second tube end of said tube;a valve housing surrounding said tube about said second tube end and extending from a first valve housing end to a second valve housing end;said valve housing including a flange extending radially inwards from said second valve housing end and disposed in spaced relationship with said plunger plate to define a distance extending therebetween;an elastomeric seal compressed between said plunger plate and said flange and having an inner diameter for use in establishing a variable seal of the medical valve assembly; andone of said valve housing and said tube axially movable relative to the other to vary the distance between said plunger plate and said flange and adjust said inner diameter of said elastomeric seal for variably sealing the medical valve assembly to a variety of differently ...

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Номер записи: 64
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Packaging and Organizing Coils of Medical Tubing

Номер: US20180008798A1
Автор: Anina Cooter, Erik A. Quiroz
Принадлежит: Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc

A device and method for holding coils of medical tubing is provided to simplify packaging and organizing the various coils of medical tubing needed for a medical device. This will make it easier for the patient to manipulate each coil of tubing, particularly in a home setting involving a home dialysis machine operated by the patient. The tube holding device advantageously reduces the probability of entanglement and groups the coils of tubing individually. It also mitigates and/or eliminates the need for tape to bundle the coils. Specifically, benefits of the tube holding device according to the system described herein include: reduced cost; ease-of-use; prevention of entanglement of coils of tubing; ease of packaging and shipping; and does not require packaging tape to bundle tubing.

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Номер записи: 65
11-01-2018 дата публикации

VALVE DEVICE, REMOVING TOOL AND MOUNTING TOOL

Номер: US20180008810A1
Автор: AUDERSET Adrian, MESSERLI Hans, SCHÜTZ Daniel
Принадлежит:

A valve device suitable for detachably fixing to an access port and includes a fixation clip which has at least a first and second fixation member each of which have one or more rims each having a surface which veers in a direction towards the valve device. There is further provided a removing tool for removing the valve device from an access port. There is further provided a mounting tool for mounting a valve device in an access port. An assembly having a mounting tool and a valve device is also provided. 1. A valve device suitable for detachably fixing to an access port , the valve device comprising ,one or more valves which are selectively operable to be in an open or closed configuration;a fixation clip which comprises at least a first and second fixation member, wherein, the fixation members are configured to mechanically cooperate with the access port to detachably fix the valve device to the access port,wherein each of the fixation members comprise one or more rims which project from a surface of a respective fixation member and which extend along at least a portion of the length of the respective fixation member, and wherein each of said one or more rims have a surface which veers in a direction towards the valve device, so that a tool which mechanically cooperates with said surfaces of the rims can be moved in a direction towards the valve device to cause the fixation members to be flexed apart to remove the valve device from the access port.2. A valve device according to claim 1 , wherein the valve device comprises a housing which houses the one or more valves claim 1 , and wherein each fixation member has a first end which is secured to the housing and a second claim 1 , free end claim 1 , and claim 1 ,wherein each rim is configured so that said surface of the rim veers in a direction towards the housing, in the direction from the first end of the fixation member to the second end of the fixation member.3. A valve device according to claim 2 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 66
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Septum for Access Port

Номер: US20180008811A1
Автор: Butziger John M., Rodgers Richard P., TALLARIDA Steven J.
Принадлежит:

A medical device comprising an implantable subcutaneous access port having a septum penetrable by a needle; the septum having a cavity located between an outer wall and an inner wall, the cavity containing a flowable media comprising a plurality of displaceable particles arranged to move in response to the needle being inserted through the outer wall and into the cavity and reposition around the needle. 1. A medical device comprising:an implantable subcutaneous access port having a septum penetrable by a needle;the septum having a cavity located between an outer wall and an inner wall, the cavity containing a flowable media comprising a plurality of displaceable particles arranged to move in response to the needle being inserted through the outer wall and into the cavity and reposition around the needle.2. The medical device of wherein:each of the plurality of displaceable particles include an antimicrobial compound.3. The medical device of wherein:the antimicrobial compound comprises at least one of a disinfectant, an antibiotic, an antibacterial, an antiviral and an antiparasitic.4. The medical device of wherein:each of the plurality of displaceable particles are disposed in a gaseous medium.5. The medical device of wherein:the gaseous medium comprises nitrogen gas.6. The medical device of wherein:each of the plurality of displaceable particles are disposed in a liquid medium.7. The medical device of wherein:the liquid medium comprises at least one of an antimicrobial compound and a sealing compound to seal the cavity in response to penetration by the needle.8. The medical device of wherein:each of the plurality of displaceable particles are substantially spherical.9. The medical device of wherein:each of the plurality of displaceable particles has dimensional size of at least 0.018 inch.10. The medical device of wherein:each the plurality of displaceable particles has an outer coating.11. The medical device of wherein:the outer coating comprises at least one of ...

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Номер записи: 67
14-01-2021 дата публикации

GUIDE EXTENSION CATHETER

Номер: US20210008355A1
Автор: Brenizer Joshua, Peterson Dean
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This patent document discloses guide extension catheters for use with a predefined length guide catheter and related methods for treating blood vessel lesions and abnormalities. A guide extension catheter can include a push member, an elongate tube member, and a balloon radially surrounding a portion of the elongate tube member. The balloon can include an inflatable tube coupled to an elongate shaft having a lumen for receiving inflation fluid, and the inflatable tube can be coiled in a helical manner around the elongate tube member. A bioactive layer can coat an outer surface portion of the balloon and, when the balloon is inflated, one or more drugs of the bioactive layer can be received by the blood vessel. Inflation of the balloon can engage the elongate tube member with an inner surface of the blood vessel and/or an inner surface of the guide catheter. 1. (canceled)2. The guide extension catheter of claim 5 , wherein the inflatable tube is coiled in a helical manner around a central axis into a series of windings.3. The guide extension catheter of claim 2 , wherein adjacent windings of the inflatable tube are stacked against and bonded to each other claim 2 , and an inner surface of the series of windings are bonded to an outer surface of the elongate tube member.4. The guide extension catheter of claim 2 , wherein adjacent windings of the inflatable tube are spaced apart such that a lateral space is defined between them claim 2 , and an inner surface of the series of windings are bonded to an outer surface of the elongate tube member.5. A guide extension catheter for use with a predefined length guide catheter claim 2 , the guide extension catheter comprising:an elongate tube member having a circular cross-section with an outer diameter sized to be insertable through a cross-sectional inner diameter of the guide catheter and defining a coaxial lumen having a cross-sectional inner diameter through which an interventional cardiology device is insertable;a push ...

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Номер записи: 68
10-01-2019 дата публикации

IMPLANTABLE CELLULAR AND BIOTHERAPEUTIC AGENT DELIVERY CANISTER

Номер: US20190008762A1
Автор: Hennemann Willard W., Steelman Bryan L., Webster Thomas J.
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The invention relates to a metallic, nanoporous canister used to encapsulate cellular and/or biotherapeutic agents. The device is biocompatible and functions to wholly isolate a therapeutically active agent and/or cells therein. Their implantation, and survival in vivo, permits the local or systemic diffusion of their encapsulated cellular and/or biomolecular and therapeutics factors with the potential to promote repair of damaged or degenerated tissues in mammalian hosts, primarily humans. 1. An implantable canister comprising:a shell including a nanoscale through-porous structure having a bicontinous morphology defining a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface and the second major surface defining an interior chamber therebetween.2. The implantable canister of claim 1 , wherein the nanoscale through-porous structure defines a metabolically active agent diffusion channel into and out of the shell.3. The implantable canister of claim 2 , wherein the shell is made of a metallic material and is configured to provide controlled secretion of a metabolically active agent.4. The implantable canister of claim 3 , further comprising an internal barrier disposed within the interior chamber for stabilizing the metabolically active agent when the metabolically active agent is disposed within the interior chamber.5. The implantable canister of claim 3 , wherein the nanoscale through-porous structure includes a plurality of pores having a size between 20 nm to 5000 nm.6. The implantable canister of claim 1 , wherein the bicontinous morphology includes a plurality of porous regions coupled to each other and each having a substantially uniform composition defining a continuous pathway from the first major surface to the second major surface.7. The implantable canister of claim 6 , wherein the plurality of porous regions are coupled to each other throughout the continuous pathway.8. The implantable canister of claim 1 , further comprising an inner ...

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Номер записи: 69
08-01-2015 дата публикации

NEUROSURGICAL APPARATUS

Номер: US20150011938A1
Автор: ANTALFY ATTILA, GILL Steven S
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A neurosurgical apparatus includes a guide device and a neurosurgical instrument is disclosed. The guide device includes a tube for insertion into the brain and a head attached to the proximal end of the tube for affixing the guide device to a hole formed in the skull. The head has a passageway therethrough in communication with the bore of the tube such that the bore of the tube and the passageway through the head define an internal channel through which a neurosurgical instrument can be passed into the brain of the subject. The neurosurgical instrument is for insertion to a desired brain target through the internal channel of the guide device. The apparatus includes one or more sealing elements for providing a fluid tight seal between the internal channel of the guide device and the exterior of the neurosurgical instrument to prevent fluid leakage from guide tube. 1. Neurosurgical apparatus comprising;a guide device comprising a tube for insertion into the brain of a subject and a head attached to the proximal end of the tube for affixing the guide device to a hole formed in the skull, the head having a passageway therethrough in communication with the bore of the tube, wherein the bore of the tube and the passageway through the head define an internal channel through which a neurosurgical instrument can be passed into the brain of the subject, anda neurosurgical instrument for insertion to a desired brain target through the internal channel of the guide device,wherein the apparatus comprises one or more sealing elements for providing a substantially fluid tight seal between the internal channel of the guide device and the exterior of the neurosurgical instrument when inserted therein.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more sealing elements comprise a tapered outer surface of the neurosurgical instrument that seals against the inner surface of the internal channel of the guide device when the neurosurgical instrument is inserted therein.3. ...

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Номер записи: 70
08-01-2015 дата публикации

PUNCTURE DEVICE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150011977A1
Автор: Kuniyasu Junko
Принадлежит: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Provided is a puncture device assembly excellent in operability. Provided is a puncture device assembly which includes an inner needle that can puncture skin, a sheath tube that has a lumen through which the inner needle can be inserted, and a support portion which is provided at a proximal portion of the sheath tube and prevents kink of the sheath tube. The support portion has a cylindrical body which is bendable and can maintain a curved shape in a state where the sheath tube is inserted. 1. A puncture device assembly comprising:an inner needle,a sheath tube possessing a lumen through which the inner needle is configured to be inserted,a support portion provided at a proximal portion of the sheath tube, the support portion being configured to prevent kink of the sheath tube; andwherein the support portion includes a bendable cylindrical body configured to maintain a curved shape in a state where the sheath tube is inserted into a blood vessel.2. The puncture device assembly according to claim 1 ,wherein a medical elongated object is positionable in the lumen of the sheath tube, andwherein the sheath tube is configured as an introducer sheath.3. The puncture device assembly according to claim 2 ,wherein the medical elongated object is at least one of a balloon catheter and a stent delivery catheter.4. The puncture device assembly according to claim 1 ,wherein the cylindrical body includes a plurality of cylindrical members bendably connected to each other and axially adjacent to each other, andwherein the curved shape of the cylindrical body is maintained based on friction between each pair of axially adjacent cylindrical members.5. The puncture device assembly according to claim 4 ,wherein each of the cylindrical members has a spherical distal portion and a truncated cone-shaped base, andwherein the spherical distal portion is rotatably fitted into the truncated cone-shaped base of the axially adjacent cylindrical members.6. The puncture device assembly according ...

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Номер записи: 71
03-02-2022 дата публикации

MEDICAL PRODUCT EMITTING NEAR-INFRARED FLUORESCENCE AND MEDICAL PRODUCT USAGE STATUS CHECKING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220031188A1
Автор: Sato Takayuki
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[Problem] To accurately check a usage status of a medical product such as a damage status of the medical product or existence or nonexistence of the medical product. 17.-. (canceled)8. A light-emissive medical product which includes a luminescent agent emitting near-infrared fluorescence according to irradiation of excitation light on a surface thereof , wherein the medical product emitting near-infrared fluorescence is at least one selected from the group consisting of a light-emissive suture thread which is formed with a synthetic thread where the luminescent agent is kneaded in a resin material , a light-emissive cloth-formed consumable item into which the synthetic thread is woven , a light-emissive nonwoven cloth-formed consumable item which includes the synthetic thread without weaving , a scissor , a pincette , a catheter , an injection needle , and a tube formed with a material with which the luminescent material is kneaded.9. A medical product usage status checking apparatus comprising:a light-emissive medical product which includes a luminescent agent emitting near-infrared fluorescence according to irradiation of excitation light on a surface thereof;an irradiation unit which includes a light source emitting excitation light which excites the luminescent agent and irradiates an operative field where existence or nonexistence of the medical product is to be checked with the excitation light emitted from the light source;an optical filter which blocks the excitation light and transmits the near-infrared fluorescence emitted by the luminescent agent;an imaging unit which receives the near-infrared fluorescence passing through the optical filter; anda display unit which displays an image captured by the imaging unit,wherein, in a case where the medical product exists in the operative field, an image based on the near-infrared fluorescence of the medical product is displayed on the display unit,wherein the medical product is at least one selected from the ...

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Номер записи: 72
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Detecting Cerebrospinal Fluid

Номер: US20220031203A1
Автор: IBRAHIM Mohamed
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In one embodiment, a cerebrospinal fluid detection system includes a detection device including a detection compartment containing one or more indicators configured to indicate whether or not fluid received within the compartment contains cerebrospinal fluid and a port configured to pass fluid aspirated from a patient into the compartment. 1. A cerebrospinal fluid detection system comprising:a detection device including a detection compartment containing one or more indicators configured to indicate whether or not fluid received within the compartment contains cerebrospinal fluid and a port configured to pass fluid aspirated from a patient into the compartment.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more indicators comprise one or more chemical indicator elements configured to indicate when cerebrospinal fluid comes into contact with the chemical indicator elements.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the one or more chemical indicator elements include a chemical indicator element configured to change color if the aspirated fluid from the patient has a pH within a pH range of cerebrospinal fluid.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the one or more chemical indicator elements include a chemical indicator element configured to change color if the aspirated fluid from the patient contains glucose.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the one or more chemical indicator elements include a chemical indicator element configured to change color if the aspirated fluid from the patient contains protein.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the port includes a one-way valve configured to enable the fluid from to enter the detection compartment through the port but prevent fluid from exiting the detection compartment through the port.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a drain configured to enable fluid to exit the detection compartment.8. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a connector provided on the port that enables the port to be connected to a catheter ...

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Номер записи: 73
03-02-2022 дата публикации

SECUREMENT DEVICES FOR INTRACARDIAC BLOOD PUMP SYSTEMS

Номер: US20220032037A1
Автор: Rodrigues-Brimmers Cristine Gracinda, Schaefer Robert, Sheils Christopher W.
Принадлежит: ABIOMED, Inc.

Improved securement devices for use with intracardiac blood pump assemblies are provided. The present technology provides securement devices that may be used with a sheath assembly (e.g., an introducer sheath assembly, repositioning sheath assembly), and which are configured to restrict movement of an object (e.g., the catheter of the pump assembly) within the sheath assembly except when a mechanism (e.g., button) of the securement device is actively being actuated (e.g., pressed, held, etc.). 1. A device for securing an intravenous medical device , comprising:a flexible sleeve having a first lumen configured to receive at least a portion of the intravenous medical device;a button having a bore configured to receive at least a portion of the flexible sleeve;a spring element; and a second lumen configured to house the flexible sleeve; and', 'a cavity configured to house the button and the spring element,, 'a housing comprisingwherein the spring element is configured to exert a force on the button tending to cause the bore to compress the flexible sleeve unless the button is being held in a depressed state.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises at least one protrusion with at least one eyelet claim 1 , the at least one protrusion configured to enable the housing to be sutured to a patient's skin.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing further comprises a hemostasis valve.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing is configured to couple with a hemostasis valve.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the housing comprises at least one slot configured to accept at least one peg of the hemostasis valve when the housing is coupled with the hemostasis valve.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the at least one slot and the at least one peg comprise a bayonet connection.7. The device of claim 5 , wherein the at least one slot further comprises at least one eyelet configured to engage with the at least one peg.8. The device of claim 5 , wherein the at ...

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Номер записи: 74
19-01-2017 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR DISPENSING A FLEXIBLE MEMBER

Номер: US20170014599A1
Автор: Crisman Andrew, Granata Alysa Lauren
Принадлежит: SMITHS MEDICAL ASD, INC.

An introducer for dispensing a flexible member such as a catheter has a receptacle extension having a plurality of sections. Some of the sections are configured to have their own given dimensions. The dimensions may be in the form of a given tapered conical configuration for each of the sections so that those sections each are adapted to only fittingly mate with the receptacle of a counterpart connector that has a configuration complementary to the given tapered conical configuration. The introducer is thus usable with connectors of different configurations. 1. Apparatus for introducing a longitudinal flexible member to a device adapted to convey the member , comprising:an extension adapted to mate with a plurality of connectors having different configurations, the extension having a distal end and a through bore, at least two sections formed along the extension, each of the sections formed with a given tapered conical configuration so as to be matable only with a corresponding connector having a tapered conical configuration complementary to the given tapered conical configuration, the tapered conical configuration of the section close to the distal end of the extension having a smaller dimension than the tapered conical configuration of the section distant from the distal end of the extension;a body having a distal portion whereat the extension integrally extends and a proximal portion having an integral guide, the guide having an aperture in longitudinal alignment with the bore at the extension, the body including a base sandwiched by the extension and the guide whereon the flexible member is maneuverable to move bi-directionally between the extension and the guide;wherein the flexible member is threaded through the aperture of the guide and the bore of the extension when being introduced to the device; andwherein when the extension is coupled to a connector having a tapered conical configuration complementary to one of the sections, the connector is fittingly ...

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Номер записи: 75
19-01-2017 дата публикации

MEDICAL ACCESS PORTS, TRANSFER DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Номер: US20170014611A1
Автор: Butziger John M., Murphy Ronald P., TALLARIDA Steven J.
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A medical system, comprising an implantable access port including an implantable access port body and at least one implantable access port needle; wherein the at least one needle is concealable inside the access port body in a concealed position and is exposable outside the access port body in an exposed position; wherein the at least one needle is arranged within the access port body to penetrate outwardly through skin of a subject from within the subject when the access port is implanted in the subject; a transfer device coupled to the at least one needle of the access port, the transfer device configured to transfer a fluid to and/or from the access port; and wherein the transfer device is configured to form a closed system with the access port, wherein the transfer device includes a fluid flow passage configured to transfer the fluid to and/or from the access port. 1. A medical system , comprising: wherein the at least one needle is concealable inside the access port body in a concealed position and is exposable outside the access port body in an exposed position;', 'wherein the at least one needle is arranged within the access port body to penetrate outwardly through skin of the subject from within the subject when the access port is implanted in the subject;, 'an implantable access port configured to be implanted into a subject, the access port including an implantable access port body and at least one implantable access port needle;'} 'wherein the transfer device is configured to form a closed treatment system with the access port, wherein the transfer device includes a fluid flow passage configured to transfer the fluid to and/or from the access port.', 'a transfer device coupled to the at least one needle of the access port, the transfer device configured to transfer a fluid to and/or from the access port; and'}2. The medical system of claim 1 , wherein:the transfer device is configured to inhibit transfer of environmental contaminants into the treatment ...

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Номер записи: 76
19-01-2017 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR VASCULAR AND PERITONEAL ACCESS AND A DEVICE FOR HEMODIALYSIS

Номер: US20170014612A1
Автор: ANKARBRANTH Morgan, LUNDGREN Dan, NYMAN Rickard
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An implantable device for venous or peritoneal access including a housing including a void having distal a proximal openings; an insert for insertion through the proximal opening comprising a venous or peritoneal catheter; a valve element mounted in a cylindrical recess of the insert; an extracorporeal coupling member of which a terminal portion can be inserted into a proximal recess of the valve element; one or two conduits extending from the catheter to the proximal end of the coupling member via the valve element and the insert for providing fluid communication, which can be interrupted by rotating the coupling member. The coupling member can be extracted from the recess only in a state of interrupted communication. 1. Device for venous or peritoneal access , comprising:a housing comprising a void;an insert disposable in the void and removable from it, the insert comprising a first conduit extending from a first distal face thereof disposed intra-corporeally to a bottom face of a recess in a second proximal face thereof disposed extra-corporeally, the faces including an angle α of about 90°;a cylindrical valve member housed in the insert recess, the valve member comprising a first valve conduit extending between the distal end face of the valve member and the bottom face of an oblong radially extending recess in a proximal face of the valve member;a coupling member comprising a portion extending from its distal end of same but positive form as the valve member recess and capable of being inserted into the recess and of being withdrawn from it, the coupling member comprising a first coupling conduit communicating, in an inserted position, with the first valve member conduit;wherein the first valve member conduit is displaceable by rotation of the valve member about its cylinder axis from an open position in which it is in communication with the first insert conduit to a closed position in which it is not or vice versa by rotation of the coupling member.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Connector and infusion set

Номер: US20170014614A1
Автор: Ryouhei FUJIEDA, Toshihiko KAKINOKI, Yasuhiro Ueda
Принадлежит: Terumo Corp

A connector includes an elastic valve body that includes a top face on which a slit is formed and a bottom face opposite the top face; and a holding section that is in contact with the top face and the bottom face of the elastic valve body and holds the elastic valve body. The holding section surrounds the slit, and the elastic valve body includes a peripheral section that is positioned outward of a portion of the elastic valve body that is held by the holding section when the elastic valve body is viewed from the top face side. The elastic valve body and the holding section are configured such that a volume of the peripheral section in a state in which the elastic valve body is held by the holding section is larger than a volume of the peripheral section in a state in which the elastic valve body is not held by the holding section.

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Номер записи: 78
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Catheter

Номер: US20170014617A1
Автор: Huici Bruce T.
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A catheter including a tube with a coupling assembly at one end. The coupling assembly has an interior volume within which a ball is capture between a seat and a retainer. When fluid flows through the catheter in a first directed the fluid flows around the ball and exits through a port. When fluid starts to back-flow in a second direction the ball seals against the seat preventing flow in the second direction. 1. A catheter comprised of a tube and a coupling assembly;the coupling assembly on a first end is connected to an end of the tube;the coupling assembly on a second end includes a port;the coupling assembly has an interior volume bounded on a first end by a seat and on a second end by a retainer;the seat has a first diameter;the interior volume includes a ball captured between the seat and the retainer;the ball has a second diameter;the interior volume between the seat and retainer has a third diameter;the first diameter is less than the second diameter;the second diameter is less than the third diameter;the first diameter is less than or equal to the difference between the third diameter and the second diameter so that an other-than-liquid that enters the interior volume can pass the ball and exit through the port;the ball freely floats in the interior volume between the seat and retainer;when an unpressurized fluid flows in a first direction through the coupling assembly the ball does not contact the seat and fluids can flow from the first end of the coupling assembly past the ball and to the port;when the fluid flows in a second direction though the coupling assembly the ball flows into contact with the seat creating a watertight seal between the ball and seat preventing further flow in the second direction.2. A catheter as described in further characterized in that a density of the ball is the same as the fluid.3. A catheter as described in further characterized in that the difference between the second diameter and third diameter is sufficient to allow the ...

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Номер записи: 79
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Light based location and identification of implanted medical devices

Номер: US20180014750A1
Автор: Premkumar BABU
Принадлежит: Medical Components Inc

A method of determining information regarding an implanted medical device. The method includes scanning an infrared or near-infrared laser over a target area wherein a medical device having at least one light affective area defined thereon is implanted; sensing reflected light from the scanned area; processing the reflected light and creating an image which indicates the light affective area based on a difference in the sensed light; and displaying the created image. A system for determining information regarding an implanted medical device is also provided.

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Номер записи: 80
18-01-2018 дата публикации

CATHETER AND GUIDE TUBE FOR INTRACEREBRAL APPLICATION

Номер: US20180015273A1
Автор: GILL Stephen Streatfield
Принадлежит: RENISHAW (IRELAND) LIMITED

A catheter for use in neurosurgery, and a method of positioning neurosurgical apparatus. The catheter has a fine tube arranged for insertion into the brain parenchyma of a patient with an external diameter of not more than 1.0 mm. The catheter and method may be used in stereotactically targeting treatment of abnormalities of brain function, and for the infusion of therapeutic agents directly into the brain parenchyma. This is advantageous when a therapeutic agent would have widespread unwanted effects which could be avoided by confining the delivery to the malfunctioning or damaged brain tissue. 1. A method for delivering a therapeutic agent to a desired target in the brain of a patient , the method comprising the steps of: a first section of tube having an external diameter of not more than 1.0 mm and configured with a single port at a distal end of the first section of tube and configured such that the therapeutic agent can exit the first section of tube only through the single port; and', 'a second section of tube having an external diameter greater than the first section of tube;, 'providing a neurosurgical catheter device comprisinginserting the catheter device directly into brain tissue of the patient via a hole in a skull of the patient, such that the distal end of the first section of tube extends from a distal end of the second section of tube; andtransmitting the therapeutic agent through the single port of the first section of tube to the desired target.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the neurosurgical device is configured such that a step in an external diameter of the device occurs between the first section of tube and the second section of tube.3. A method according to claim 2 , wherein the method includes inserting the distal end of the first section of tube and the distal end of the second section of tube into the brain parenchyma of the patient.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the neurosurgical device is provided with a head ...

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Номер записи: 81
18-01-2018 дата публикации

VALVE FOR DILATOR AND SHEATH ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180015277A1
Автор: Bennett Jeffrey S., Peterson Christian K., Sanford Kevin E., Stephens John, Thomas Burton W., Wall W. Shaun
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A valve for sealing the hub of a sheath assembly is provided. The valve includes a valve body having a solid thickness extending between a proximal surface and a distal surface. A bisecting slot extends across the proximal surface of the valve body and terminates at a depth less than the thickness of the valve body such that a portion of the valve body distally of the slot defines a bridge extending between opposed halves of the valve body such that the distal surface of the valve body is substantially continuous and a central portion of the proximal surface of the valve body is concave and defines a concave proximal portion. 1. A valve for sealing the hub of a sheath assembly comprising:a valve body having a solid thickness extending between a proximal surface and a distal surface, wherein a bisecting slot extends across the proximal surface of the valve body and terminates at a depth less than the thickness of the valve body such that a portion of the valve body distally of the slot defines a bridge extending between opposed halves of the valve body such that the distal surface of the valve body is substantially continuous and further wherein a central portion of the proximal surface of the valve body is concave and defines a concave proximal portion.2. The valve according to wherein the valve body includes a groove in the distal surface extending about the central portion.3. The valve according to wherein a portion of the distal surface of the valve body opposite the concave proximal portion is convex.4. The valve according to wherein a sealing slit extends through the valve body from the proximal surface of the valve body to the distal surface of the valve body.5. The valve according to wherein the sealing slit extends at an angle between 45° to 135° relative to the bisecting slot.6. The valve according to wherein the sealing slit extends at an angle of approximately 90° relative to the bisecting slot.7. The valve according to wherein the sealing slit extends at ...

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Номер записи: 82
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Delivering a Therapeutic Substance Through an Injection Port

Номер: US20160015906A1
Автор: Bradley S. Thomas, Katherine Stanton, Michael R. Walters
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

Adapters for utilizing a syringe or pen injector with a subcutaneous injection port to deliver a therapeutic substance through the injection port and methods of using the adapters are provided. A syringe adapter has a body having a first end and a second end. The first end of the body is configured to receive and engage the end of a syringe so that the cannula of the syringe is held at a fixed position with the respect to the adapter. The second end of the adapter configured to mate with a mating portion of the injection port. When the second end of the adapter engages the mating portion of the injection port, the adapter assures that the cannula of the syringe is properly aligned with the subcutaneous injection port and assures that the cannula penetrates the injection port to the proper depth. Adapters for use with pen style delivery systems are also disclosed. Additionally, an adapter to facilitate loading a syringe with a therapeutic substance from a vial is disclosed.

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Номер записи: 83
21-01-2016 дата публикации

EXTRACORPOREAL MEMBRANE OXYGENATION CANNULA HEMOSTATIC PLUG

Номер: US20160015955A1
Автор: Addison Kenneth Jose, Joseph Mark
Принадлежит: Jumark Properties, LLC

The present invention is a hemostatic plug for use with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) cannulas that allow quick access to the blood vessel as well as maintaining a sterile environment to resume ECMO, if needed. It is designed to be a universal fit for use with adult ECMO circuits. The plug consists of a hemostatic membrane, a collection chamber and a cap. The membrane is designed to allow catheter delivery of up to a 19 French diameter through the ECMO cannula. The collection chamber allows the distribution of blood pressure over a broader surface, which allows additional hemostasis in addition to the membranes. The plug is then further reinforced with a cap that provides additional hemostasis, but when removed, allows hemostatic access into the blood vessel via the ECMO cannula.

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Номер записи: 84
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Connector and infushion set

Номер: US20160015958A1
Автор: Yasuhiro Ueda, Yoshinori Hishikawa
Принадлежит: Terumo Corp

A connector includes a housing defining a male connector insertion section into which a male connector is inserted from the outside and an elastic valve body having a slit and blocking the male connector insertion section. The elastic valve body includes a top face having the slit and a bottom face located opposite to the top face. The housing includes a holding section having contact with the top face and the bottom face of the elastic valve body to hold the elastic valve body. The holding section surrounds the slit when the valve body is viewed from the top face. The diameter of a bottom face side holding section having contact with the bottom face is smaller than the diameter of a top face side holding section having contact with the top face.

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Номер записи: 85
17-01-2019 дата публикации

RELEASABLE CONDUIT CONNECTORS

Номер: US20190015627A1
Автор: Hall John, Mower Wayne
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Systems and methods of implanting a vascular access technologies and declotting vascular access technologies, such as vascular access assemblies that facilitate hemodialysis, are provided. The methods can include disposing a first tubular conduit within a patient to access a vascular access assembly within the heart of the patient. The first tubular conduit can be coupled to the vascular access assembly such that the first tubular conduit can be decoupled from the vascular access assembly to evacuate a clot within the vascular access assembly, and then recouple the first tubular conduit to the vascular access assembly. 1. A vascular access system , comprising:a first tubular conduit having a central end portion coupled to a body lumen of a patient and a peripheral end portion;a second tubular conduit having a peripheral end portion coupled to a vessel of the patient and a central end portion; anda releasable connector having at least a first portion and a second portion, the first portion coupled to the peripheral end portion of the first tubular conduit and the second portion coupled to the central end portion of the second tubular conduit, such that when the first portion and the second portion of the releasable connector are coupled a flow path extends from the vessel to the body lumen via the first and second tubular conduits.2. The vascular access system of claim 1 , wherein the releasable connector is configured to recouple the first portion and the second portion after decoupling the first portion and the second portion.3. The vascular access system of claim 1 , wherein the central end portion of the first tubular conduit is disposed within the body lumen of the patient.4. The vascular access system of claim 1 , further comprising a third tubular conduit having a first end disposed within another vessel of the patient and a second end claim 1 , wherein the releasable connector further has a third portion coupled to the second end of the third tubular conduit. ...

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Номер записи: 86
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Implantable Medical Devices

Номер: US20190015654A1
Автор: Barkai Uriel, Gendler Zohar, Rotem Avi, Zimerman Baruch
Принадлежит: Beta-O2 Technologies Ltd.

An implantable medical system that comprises a gas unit for supplying gas that is essentially oxygen and at least one functional cells unit configured to receive oxygen from the gas unit so as to maintain the cells in a viable condition. The cells unit is flexible. Several embodiments are disclosed. 120.-. (canceled)21. An implantable medical system comprising:a replenishment port configured to be implanted within a human body and configured to receive a gas comprising oxygen through a needle adapted to penetrate the replenishment port through skin of the human body;a gas unit configured to be implanted within the human body at a different location from the replenishment port, the gas unit comprising a pressurized reservoir configured to be replenished by the gas received in the replenishment port, wherein the gas unit is configured to maintain a pressure within the pressurized reservoir that is greater than one atmosphere;at least one functional cells unit configured to be implanted within the human body at a different location from the replenishment port and the gas unit, wherein the at least one functional cells unit contains a plurality of functional cells, and wherein the at least one functional cells unit is configured to receive the gas from the gas unit so as to maintain the functional cells in a viable condition; anda first unidirectional valve configured to be implanted within the human body at a location between the pressurized reservoir of the gas unit and the at least one functional cells unit, wherein the unidirectional valve is configured to regulate flow of the gas from the gas unit to the at least one functional cells unit.22. The implantable medical system of claim 21 , further comprising at least one distributor configured to distribute the gas from the gas unit to the at least one functional cells unit.23. The implantable medical system of claim 21 , further comprising a second unidirectional valve configured to be implanted within the human body ...

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Номер записи: 87
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Trocar Cannula Assembly with Low Profile Insertion Configuration and Method of Manufacture

Номер: US20200015849A1
Автор: Boun Pravong, Eduardo Bolanos, Joel B. Velasco, Kennii Pravongviengkham
Принадлежит: Applied Medical Resources Corp

A cannula assembly having a retention member and a method of manufacture of the cannula assembly is provided. The cannula assembly includes a cannula and a sleeve disposed around the cannula from a proximal end to a distal end. The sleeve can include a balloon formed by a stretch blow molding process following local heating once advanced over the cannula. Once formed, the balloon can be conditioned to constrict against the cannula. A conditioning aid can be advanced over the balloon when it is still formable to constrict the balloon against the cannula.

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Номер записи: 88
15-01-2015 дата публикации

ACCESS SEALING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20150018626A1
Автор: Kahle Henry, Taylor Scott V.
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A surgical access device includes a seal housing and a roller disposed in the housing and defining a working channel. The roller may be stationary or moveable within the seal housing to form both a zero seal in the absence of an instrument, and an instrument seal in the presence of an instrument. Rotation of the roller is contemplated and low-friction surfaces are discussed to reduce instrument insertion forces. Multiple rollers, wiper elements, low-friction braid, pivoting elements and idler rollers are contemplated. The rollers will typically be formed of a gel material in order to facilitate the desired compliance, stretchability and elongation desired. 1. (canceled)2. A surgical access device comprising:a seal housing;a working channel extending longitudinally through the seal housing;at least one axle disposed in the seal housing and spaced from the working channel; andat least one roller mounted on and rotatable about the at least one axle and in the presence of an instrument in the working channel defines an instrument seal.3. The surgical access device of wherein the seal housing has a low friction coating in contact with the at least one roller.4. The surgical access device of further comprising a low friction material disposed between the at least one roller and the seal housing.5. The surgical access device of wherein the at least one roller is rotatable only about the at least one axle and is only translatable proximally and distally.6. The surgical access device of wherein the seal housing has an oblong recess with a length parallel to the working channel and a width perpendicular to the working channel claim 2 , the length of the oblong recess being greater than the width of the oblong recess and wherein the at least one axle is disposed in the oblong recess and the at least one axle is biased towards a proximal end of the oblong recess.7. The surgical access device of wherein the at least one axle comprises a first axle and a second axle and the at ...

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Номер записи: 89
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Method of forming and using a hemostatic hydrocolloid

Номер: US20210015964A1
Автор: Douglas Beplate, Sasan Najibi
Принадлежит: UNITED HEALTH PRODUCTS Inc

A method and system for forming a hemostatic hydrocolloid for dispensing into a wound site includes a polymer of oxidized derivatized esterified cellulose in solid form comprising a chain of monomers, wherein, for a first plurality of the monomers in the chain: R is —OCH 2 (COO)CH 2 CH 3 , R1 is —OCH 2 (COO)CH 2 CH 3 , and R2 is —CH 2 OCH 2 (COO)CH 2 CH 3 ; and wherein, for a second plurality of monomers in the chain: R is —OCH 2 (COO)CH 2 CH 3 , R1 is —OCH 2 (COO)CH 2 CH 3 , and R2 is —(COO)CH 2 CH 3 and a liquid mixed with the polymer to form a hemostatic gel for dispensing into a wound site.

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Номер записи: 90
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Insert Piece For A Blood Tubing Set to Promote Mixing An Infusion Solution With A Further Fluid

Номер: US20200016314A1
Автор: Häcker Jürgen, Klewinghaus Jürgen
Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

The present disclosure relates to an insert piece for a blood tubing set. The insert piece includes at least a first connection site for connecting a first tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece, and a second connection site for connecting a second tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece. The insert piece also includes a third connection site for connecting a third tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece, and a main line for forwarding a first liquid through the insert piece. The main line is in fluid communication with the first connection site and with the second connection site. The insert piece also includes a secondary line for forwarding a second liquid into the main line. The secondary line is in fluid communication with the third connection site. 117-. (canceled)18. An insert piece for a blood tubing set , the insert piece comprising:a first connection site for connecting a first tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece;a second connection site for connecting a second tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece;a third connection site for connecting a third tubing portion of the blood tubing set to the insert piece;a main line for conducting a first fluid through the insert piece, wherein the main line is in fluid communication with the first connection site and with the second connection site; anda secondary line for conducting a second fluid into the main line, wherein the secondary line is in fluid communication with the third connection site, and wherein the secondary line is in fluid communication with the main line in an intermediate portion of the insert piece, the intermediate portion being arranged between the first connection site and the second connection site;wherein the first connection site comprises a perfusable lumen having a first cross section area; the second connection site comprises a perfusable lumen having a second cross section area; the ...

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Номер записи: 91
16-01-2020 дата публикации

ARTERIOVENOUS GRAFT FOR HEMODIALYSIS WITH PUNCTURE-RESISTANT POSTERIOR AND SIDE WALLS

Номер: US20200016320A1
Автор: Gage Shawn M., Lawson Jeffrey H.
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An arteriovenous dialysis access graft configured to be implanted in a subject includes: at least one flexible conduit having first and second end portions, wherein the first end portion is configured to connect to an artery of the subject and the second end portion is configured to connect to a vein of the subject such that blood flows through the at least one conduit; and at least one cannulation chamber positioned between the first end portion and the second end portion of the at least one conduit. The chamber includes: an elongated housing having an inlet and an outlet, a posterior wall, a pair of sidewalls, and an open anterior portion defining a cannulation port; and a self-sealing material extending across the cannulation port. The posterior wall and the sidewalls of the housing are formed of a substantially rigid material. 1. An arteriovenous dialysis access graft configured to be implanted in a subject , comprising:at least one flexible conduit having first and second end portions, wherein the first end portion is configured to connect to an artery of the subject and the second end portion is configured to connect to a vein of the subject such that blood flows through the at least one conduit from the first end portion to the second end portion; and an elongated housing having an inlet at a first end thereof and an outlet at a second, opposed end thereof, a posterior wall, a pair of sidewalls, and an open anterior portion defining a cannulation port, wherein the cannulation port has a length that spans at least a major portion of a length of the housing;', 'a self-sealing material extending across the cannulation port; and', 'a longitudinal passageway defined by the housing and the self-sealing material that extends from the inlet to the outlet of the housing;, 'at least one cannulation chamber positioned between the first end portion and the second end portion of the at least one conduit, the chamber comprisingwherein the posterior wall and the sidewalls ...

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Номер записи: 92
15-01-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SILENT SUCTION TUBING

Номер: US20150018783A1
Автор: Myers Earl Frederick, MYERS Linda Louise
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An apparatus for silent suction tubing may be disclosed. A surgical tube clamp may have a hollow body with a first end, a second end, and a bottom surface between the first end and the second end. A vertical arm may extend from the first end and have an inner face with a plurality of teeth. A horizontal arm may extend from the second end toward the first end. The horizontal arm may have a beveled edge proximate the inner face of the vertical arm. A first protrusion on the bottom surface may extend within the hollow body and a second protrusion on the horizontal arm may extend within the hollow body. 1. A surgical tube clamp , comprising:a hollow body with a first end a second end;a bottom surface between the first end and the second end;a vertical arm extending from the first end, the vertical arm having an inner face with a plurality of teeth;a horizontal arm extending from the second end toward the first end, the horizontal arm having a beveled edge proximate the inner face;a first protrusion on the bottom surface extending within the hollow body; anda second protrusion on the horizontal arm extending within the hollow body;wherein a first force may be applied on the body such that the horizontal arm and the vertical arm converge to engage the beveled edge with a backside of one of the plurality of teeth to transition the clamp from an open position to a first closed position.2. The surgical tube clamp of claim 1 , wherein an additional force may be applied to the horizontal arm to engage a backside of another of the plurality of teeth to transition the clamp from the first closed position to at least one second closed position.3. The surgical tube clamp of claim 1 , wherein a second force may be applied on the body to disengage the beveled edge from the backside of one of the plurality of teeth to transition the clamp from the first closed position to the open position.4. The surgical tube clamp of claim 1 , wherein a distance between the first protrusion and the ...

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Номер записи: 93
21-01-2021 дата публикации

IMPLANTABLE VENOUS ACCESS PORT WITH REMOTE PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING CAPABILITIES

Номер: US20210016074A1
Автор: Ali Mohamed, Skinner Cathy, Welcher Rosanne
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An apparatus for an implantable venous access port with remote physiological monitoring capabilities is disclosed. A system and method also perform the functions of the apparatus. In one embodiment the apparatus includes a chemotherapy access port, a plurality of sensors integrated with the chemotherapy access port, where the plurality of sensors determine one or more chemotherapy-related physiological indicators and the one or more physiological indicators include at least parameters selected from red blood cell count, white blood cell count, platelets, and/or ejection fraction. The apparatus includes a communications module integrated with the chemotherapy access port, where the communications module is configured to communicate the one or more chemotherapy-related physiological indicators to a computing device. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a chemotherapy access port;a plurality of sensors integrated with the chemotherapy access port, the plurality of sensors configured to determine one or more chemotherapy-related physiological indicators, the one or more physiological indicators comprising at least parameters selected from red blood cell count, white blood cell count, platelets, and/or ejection fraction; anda communications module integrated with the chemotherapy access port, the communications module configured to communicate the one or more chemotherapy-related physiological indicators to a computing device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of sensors comprises a blood cell counting sensor for determining the red blood cell count claim 1 , the white blood cell count claim 1 , and/or the platelet count.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the blood cell counting sensor comprises an autofluorescence sensor configured to perform an in-vivo count of red blood cells claim 2 , white blood cells claim 2 , and platelets.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the autofluorescence sensor comprises:a source configured to generate and emit excitation ...

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Номер записи: 94
26-01-2017 дата публикации

BLOOD SAMPLE OPTIMIZATION SYSTEM AND BLOOD CONTAMINANT SEQUESTRATION DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20170020427A1
Автор: Detloff John, Kang Gino, Rogers Bobby E.
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Blood sample optimization systems and methods are described that reduce or eliminate contaminates in collected blood samples, which in turn reduces or eliminates false positive readings in blood cultures or other testing of collected blood samples. A blood sample optimization system can include a blood sequestration device located between a patient needle and a sample needle. The blood sequestration device can include a sequestration chamber for sequestering an initial, potentially contaminated aliquot of blood, and may further include a sampling channel that bypasses the sequestration chamber to convey likely uncontaminated blood between the patient needle and the sample needle after the initial aliquot of blood is sequestered in the sequestration chamber. 1. A blood sequestration device comprising;an inlet port;an outlet port;a sequestration chamber connected with the inlet port, the sequestration chamber having a vent comprising an air permeable blood barrier; anda sampling channel having a proximal end connected with the inlet port and a distal end connected with the outlet port.2. The blood sequestration device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the air permeable blood barrier includes an air permeable material that seals at least partially upon contact with blood.3. The blood sequestration device in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising a housing that houses and defines the inlet port claim 1 , the outlet port claim 1 , the sequestration chamber claim 1 , and the sampling channel.4. The blood sequestration device in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the sequestration chamber includes a sequestration channel defined in the housing.5. The blood sequestration device in accordance with claim 3 , further comprising a blood sampling pathway connected with the inlet port claim 3 , and wherein the inlet port defined by the housing has a cross-sectional geometry consistent with the blood sampling pathway.6. The blood sequestration device in accordance with ...

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Номер записи: 95
26-01-2017 дата публикации

BLOOD SAMPLE OPTIMIZATION SYSTEM AND BLOOD CONTAMINANT SEQUESTRATION DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20170020428A1
Автор: Detloff John, Kang Gino, Rogers Bobby E.
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Blood sample optimization systems and methods are described that reduce or eliminate contaminates in collected blood samples, which in turn reduces or eliminates false positive readings in blood cultures or other testing of collected blood samples. A blood sample optimization system can include a blood sequestration device located between a patient needle and a sample needle. The blood sequestration device can include a sequestration chamber for sequestering an initial, potentially contaminated aliquot of blood, and may further include a sampling channel that bypasses the sequestration chamber to convey likely uncontaminated blood between the patient needle and the sample needle after the initial aliquot of blood is sequestered in the sequestration chamber. 1. A blood sample optimization system comprising: a patient needle configured for a venipuncture of a patient to access a sample of blood of a patient;', 'a blood sampling pathway connected with the patient needle for conveying the sample of blood; and', 'a sample needle configured for receiving an evacuated blood collection container to collect and contain at subsequent portion of the sample of blood; and, 'a blood sampling system comprising an inlet port for receiving the sample of blood;', 'a sequestration chamber connected with the inlet port for receiving a first amount of the sample of blood, the sequestration chamber having a vent comprising an air permeable blood barrier for sequestering at least a first portion of the first amount of the sample of blood;', 'a sampling channel having a proximal end connected with the inlet port, the sampling channel conveying a subsequent amount of the sample of blood to the evacuated blood collection container upon the sequestration chamber sequestering at least the first portion of the first amount of the sample of blood; and', 'an outlet port connected with a distal end of the sampling channel, the outlet port for outputting the subsequent amount of the sample of blood ...

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Номер записи: 96
28-01-2016 дата публикации

INTRODUCER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160022962A1
Автор: Beissel Jason Ryan, Hilbert Todd Raymond
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An introducer assembly includes a sheath and a tubular member that are coupled by a movement that is simultaneously longitudinal and radial. 1. An introducer assembly , comprising: a sheath tubular member having a proximal end and a distal end, and defining an inner diameter;', 'a sheath hub at the proximal end of the sheath tubular member, the sheath hub comprising a first feature; and', 'a hemostasis valve within the sheath hub; and, 'a sheath, comprising a dilator, cannula or catheter having a proximal end and a distal end, and defining an outer diameter that is less than the inner diameter of the sheath tubular member; and', 'a tubular member hub at the proximal end of the dilator, cannula or catheter, the tubular member hub comprising a second feature that is complementary to the first feature of the sheath hub,, 'a tubular member, comprisingwherein the first feature of the sheath hub and the second feature of the tubular member hub are configured to reversibly and rotatingly couple to one another to prevent proximal or distal movement of the tubular member relative to the sheath.2. The introducer assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the first feature of the sheath hub is a channel defined by the sheath hub, andthe second feature of the tubular member hub is a protrusion extending radially from the tubular member hub.3. The introducer assembly of claim 2 , wherein the protrusion extends radially outward from an outer surface of the tubular member hub.4. The introducer assembly of claim 2 , wherein the protrusion extends radially inward from an outer surface of the tubular member hub.5. The introducer assembly of claim 2 , wherein the protrusion comprises at least one ridge claim 2 , fin claim 2 , panel or male thread.6. The introducer assembly of claim 2 , wherein the channel defined by the sheath hub extends in an arc that is configured to receive the protrusion of the tubular member hub to guide the tubular member to move in a proximal to distal direction relative ...

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Номер записи: 97
28-01-2016 дата публикации

Connector

Номер: US20160022978A1
Автор: Yasuhiro Ueda
Принадлежит: Terumo Corp

A connector includes a connector main body having a flow path , an insertion body having a tip serving as a connection opening for the flow path , a valve body formed of an elastic body and arranged on the tip of the insertion body to block the connection opening , and a cap which holds the valve body together with the insertion body . The valve body includes a valve main body having slits , an inner projection formed in an annular shape having an outer diameter smaller than the inner diameter of the insertion body and projecting from a bottom face of the valve main body , and a pair of outer projections arranged point-symmetrically to each other with respect to the axis of the inner projection , each of the pair of outer projections projecting from the bottom face on the outer side in the radial direction with respect to the inner projection and being arranged on the inner side of the insertion body .

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Номер записи: 98
26-01-2017 дата публикации

HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS SYSTEM

Номер: US20170021087A1
Автор: Polaschegg Hans-Dietrich, Prosl Frank
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A medical blood access system used for hemodialysis treatment to enable blood withdrawal for processing of blood by an external apparatus and return the same blood to a patient, comprising an interfacial fluid conduit between the machine and patient's blood supply which is repeatedly connectable along a guided pathway passing through epidermis and subcutaneous tissue via a naturally formed tissue tract to enter blood space, providing improved patient safely, convenience, effective prophylaxis, without bleeding or tissue trauma or pain, and is executable by the patient to precisely connect and disconnect with minimal disfigurement or life restrictions, and is useable on virtually all patients soon after placement and is robust and safe to high blood flow. 1. A medical blood access system used for hemodialysis treatment to enable blood withdrawal for processing of blood by an external apparatus and return the same blood to a patient , comprising an interfacial fluid conduit between the machine and patient's blood supply which is repeatedly connectable along a guided pathway passing through epidermis and subcutaneous tissue via a naturally formed tissue tract to enter blood space , providing improved patient safely , convenience , effective prophylaxis , without bleeding or tissue trauma or pain , and is executable by the patient to precisely connect and disconnect with minimal disfigurement or life restrictions , and is useable on virtually all patients soon after placement and is robust and safe to high blood flow.2. A system according to wherein the system comprises a totally implanted port claim 1 , with catheter and a tubular conduit called a needle assembly which couples with the port by inserting along a permanent passage through the subcutaneous tissue and into the port aperture and which is mechanically stopped at the proper docking position claim 1 , creating an open transcutaneous flow path from the exterior of the patient to patient's vasculature claim 1 , ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Medical infusion device and methods of use

Номер: US20170021090A1
Автор: Arthur Deptala, David Stroup, Jonas Cochran
Принадлежит: Alliance Vascular Devices LLC

A medical infusion device including a chamber characterized by an upper body joined to a lower body via a reversibly collapsible sidewall. The upper body has a first channel fluidly coupled to a needle and a second channel fluidly coupled to an interior of the chamber. The chamber transitions from a collapsed state to the expanded state to retract the needle by introducing fluid into the interior of the chamber through the second channel

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