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Небесная энциклопедия

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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05-01-2012 дата публикации

One-way check valve

Номер: US20120004623A1

Автор: Christine A. Fredricks, Frank K. Villari, Robert F. Tumminaro

Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC

A one-way check valve in an IV system set is provided with structural features to capture contaminant particles and inhibit the particles from adversely impacting the performance of the check valve. A screen can be provided upstream of the valve seat and the valve may be provided with flow channels for accumulating the particles. Modifications of the valve seat provide open volumes for accumulating contaminants.

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Номер записи: 1

26-01-2012 дата публикации

Needleless valve infection prevention and pre-opening device

Номер: US20120022469A1

Автор: Robert S. Alpert

Принадлежит: CareFusion 303 Inc

A disinfecting and pre-opening device is disclosed for use with a female needleless connector. The disinfecting and pre-opening device includes a housing comprising a chamber having a distal opening and configured to fit over the female needleless connector, and an elongated finger attached to the housing and disposed within the chamber such that the elongated finger opens the fluid path through the female needleless connector when the distal opening of the disinfecting and pre-opening device is placed proximally adjacent to the septum and the disinfecting and pre-opening device is advanced in the distal direction.

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Номер записи: 2

02-02-2012 дата публикации

Device for the administration of injectable products with a controlled flow rate

Номер: US20120024987A1

Автор: Elisabeth Nägele Nacken

Принадлежит: INNOVA SALUD DESARROLLOS SANITARIOS SL

A device is for the administration of injectable products with controlled flow rate, with a container ( 23 ) in the form of both a syringe and an ampoule preloaded with the injectable product, an injection port ( 25 ) and a control valve ( 21 ) for controlling the outlet rate and pressure arranged between the injectable products and the injection port ( 25 ). A device for reducing the outlet flow rate depends on the pressure increase applied during the administration of the injectable product, the administration being moderated by closing the valve ( 21 ) when the pressure exceeds a predetermined limit. A device prevents the backflow of fluids during the administration of the injectable product. The valve ( 21 ) can be positioned both in the container ( 23 ) and at an injection end ( 27 ) including the injection port ( 25 ) which is coupled to the container ( 23 ).

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Номер записи: 3

19-04-2012 дата публикации

Cap Assembly For Use With A Prefilled Lock Solution Syringe

Номер: US20120095407A1

Автор: Casey Chebator, Todd Chelak

Принадлежит: TYCO HEALTHCARE GROUP LP

A cap assembly is disclosed for use with a lock solution delivery device. The cap assembly includes a housing defining a receptacle and having an inlet end and an outlet end. A plunger is movable axially within the receptacle from a retracted position to an advanced position and is rotatably supported within the receptacle from a first position to a second position. The plunger includes an axial extension configured to non-rotatably engage a syringe connected to the inlet end of the housing. The plunger is positioned to move from the first position to the second position in response to rotatable detachment of a syringe from the inlet end of the housing.

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Номер записи: 4

26-04-2012 дата публикации

Methods and systems for dosing a medicament

Номер: US20120101451A1

Автор: Christopher S. Boit, Gregory H. Peatfield, Heiko Arndt, Patrick F. McDermott, Peter Gravesen

Принадлежит: Cequr SA

A manually actuated pump, such as a bolus delivery circuit of an insulin pump, combines a direct drive piston system with a lost motion valve system, to deliver reliably a full bolus dose, while precluding partial dosing or inadvertent overdosing conditions. The pump may also include a signaling device to indicate when a full bolus dose is delivered.

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Номер записи: 5

24-05-2012 дата публикации

Infusion pump cassette with ant i -free -flow valve mechanism

Номер: US20120130309A1

Автор: Brian Highley, Seralaathan Hariharesan

Принадлежит: Nestec SA

A fluid delivery system that includes an infusion pump and a cassette ( 1 ) with tubing ( 75 ) that is configured for engaging the pump mechanism of the infusion pump to accurately and repeatably deliver a fluid to a subject. The cassette has a housing with first and second ends for holding flexible tubing through which the fluid is directed, and the tubing engages a pumping mechanism to provide movement of the fluid through the tubing. When engaged with the pumping mechanism, the length of tubing is accurately and repeatably positioned in contact with and between the curved wall and the pumping mechanism.

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Номер записи: 6

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: 7

31-05-2012 дата публикации

Pinch clamp assembly for an infusion cassette

Номер: US20120136305A1

Автор: Giancarlo Gagliardoni, Giuseppe Antonio Nichetti

Принадлежит: Nestec SA

A pinch clamp assembly for engaging a tube ( 10 ) with an enteral feeding or infusion pump adapted to feed nutritionals or to infuse medical solutions to a patient, is provided comprising a base ( 1 ) comprising holding means ( 3 ) for holding a tube ( 10 ) in operative engagement with the base ( 1 ), a first clamping surface ( 4 ) and supporting means ( 5 ) for supporting a connector ( 6 ), a clamping element ( 7 ) having a second clamping surface ( 8 ) engageable with the tube ( 10 ) and moveable between an open position allowing flow of fluid through the tube ( 10 ) and a closed position wherein the tube ( 10 ) is occluded by the clamping element ( 7 ), a connector ( 6 ) for connecting the tube with a port on a patient, the connector ( 6 ) being removable from the pinch clamp assembly, and a spring ( 12 ), wherein the connector ( 6 ) is adapted to engage with the clamping element ( 7 ) so as to hold the clamping element ( 7 ) in the open position, wherein the clamping element ( 7 ) is forced from the open to the closed position by the force of the spring ( 12 ) as soon as the connector ( 6 ) is removed from the assembly, and wherein the clamping element ( 7 ) is adapted to be moved from the closed to the open position when the pinch clamp assembly is mounted to the enteral feeding or infusion pump and the connector ( 6 ) is removed.

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Номер записи: 8

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: 9

02-08-2012 дата публикации

Universal sterilizing tool

Номер: US20120195807A1

Автор: Michael J. Ferlic

Принадлежит: Ferlic Michael J

The sterilizing tool is configured to wipe debris from and to sterilize and/or dry a working end-site of medical device; using a wiping, twisting, dabbing, push/pull, and/or screwing motion around all of the surface aspects of the device to be sterilized. Additionally, the sterilizing tool is configured to form fit to the surfaces of the end-site and to apply an inclusive layer of an anti-pathogenic agent to the inner and outer surfaces of the working end-site. The sterilizing tool may be frictionally engaged with and retained on the working end-site until removed and the end-site is ready for use. The sterilizing tool is intended for a one time, single use, disposable application.

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Номер записи: 10

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: 11

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: 12

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: 13

25-10-2012 дата публикации

Valved male luer connector

Номер: US20120271246A1

Автор: Gianni Guala

Принадлежит: Industrie Borla SpA

A valved male luer connector includes a resilient hollow element enclosing a tubular member having an inlet portion and an outlet portion. A collar is axially displaceable to cause a stretching deformation of the resilient hollow element so as to open a cut of a terminal wall thereof adjacent to an initial end of the inlet portion of the tubular member. The collar has a containment axial appendage of the resilient hollow element up to close to the terminal wall thereof. A stop means for limiting the stretching deformation of the resilient hollow element is provided for in the zone close to the terminal wall thereof.

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Номер записи: 14

01-11-2012 дата публикации

Male Reflux Valve

Номер: US20120277688A1

Автор: Stephen J. Rogier

Принадлежит: Individual

A male reflux valve comprising a distal body portion and a proximal body portion, the proximal body portion having a male connection for connection to a female connection of an access device, a valve element operatively positioned within the distal body portion, a core operatively positioned within the distal body portion to retain the valve element into sealing engagement with the distal body portion and an actuator reciprocably retained within a generally circular cylindrical longitudinal bore of the proximal body portion in engagement with the valve element to open the valve element when engaged by the female connection of the access device.

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Номер записи: 15

20-12-2012 дата публикации

Valves, Valved Fluid Transfer Devices and Ambulatory Infusion Devices Including the same

Номер: US20120323179A1

Автор: Keith A. Oberg, Lawrence S. Ring, Peter C. Lord, Susan McConnell

Принадлежит: Individual

Valves, valved fluid transfer devices and ambulatory infusion devices including the same.

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Номер записи: 16

03-01-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for processing biological material

Номер: US20130005032A1

Автор: James C. Laird, Kyungyoon Min, Thomas E. Dudar

Принадлежит: Baxter International Inc

The application discloses an apparatus and method for processing biological material, including a suspension of cells.

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Номер записи: 17

10-01-2013 дата публикации

Connector for a container including a medicinal active ingredient

Номер: US20130008561A1

Автор: Ismael Rahimy, Torsten Brandenburger

Принадлежит: FRESENIUS KABI DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

The invention relates to a connector for containers containing medicinal active ingredient, which connector makes it possible to transfer active ingredient from one container into another container. The connector ( 1, 1 ′) according to the invention comprises a first connection region ( 3, 3 ′) for the connection of a first container ( 2, 2 ′), a guide element ( 4, 4 ′), a piercing element ( 5, 5 ′) and a partition wall ( 6 ), wherein the guide element ( 4, 4 ′) has a duct ( 7 ) designed for transferring a medicinal active ingredient, the piercing element ( 5, 5 ′) is arranged, at least in certain sections, in the duct ( 7 ) and is axially movably guided within the duct ( 7 ) by the guide element ( 4, 4 ′), and, by connecting a container ( 2, 2 ′) in the first connection region ( 3, 3 ′), the piercing element ( 5, 5 ′) can be moved from a starting position, in which the piercing element ( 5, 5 ′) does not open the partition wall ( 6 ), into an end position, in which the piercing element ( 5, 5 ′) opens the partition wall ( 6 ) in order to transfer a medicinal active ingredient.

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Номер записи: 18

10-01-2013 дата публикации

Pump module, pump base module and pump system

Номер: US20130011284A1

Автор: Michael Becker

Принадлежит: FRESENIUS KABI DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

A module, a base module and a system which comprises a module and a base module includes a pump channel and a valve unit which is connected with the pump channel wherein a fluid can be pumped through the pump channel and the valve unit, wherein a first wall section of the valve unit is flexible. The pump module has a movable valve body arranged in the valve unit, wherein the valve body can occupy an idle position in which the valve body closes the valve unit to prevent fluid from passing through. The valve body can occupy an operating position in which the valve body allows the fluid to flow through the valve unit and in which the valve body can be put in operating position through a deformation of the first wall section of the valve bodies so that the fluid can flow through the valve unit.

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Номер записи: 19

24-01-2013 дата публикации

Medical probe with fluid rotary joint

Номер: US20130023770A1

Автор: Amandeep THIND, Brian Courtney, Isaac JOURARD

Принадлежит: Colibri Technologies Inc

A catheter is provided that includes an external sheath, a rotatable conduit housed within the external sheath, and a fluid rotary joint having a rotatable insert that places an inner lumen of the rotatable conduit in fluid communication with an external port under rotation of the rotatable conduit. The rotatable insert may include a channel structure including an external annular channel. The rotatable conduit is received within the channel structure such that the inner lumen is in fluid communication with the external port through the annular channel under rotation. The external sheath may define an outer lumen that may be in fluid communication with the inner lumen at a location remote from a proximal portion of the catheter, and the outer lumen may be in fluid communication with a secondary port. The rotatable conduit may be housed within a torque cable that is connected to the rotatable insert.

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Номер записи: 20

31-01-2013 дата публикации

Catheter with flow balancing valve

Номер: US20130030385A1

Автор: Jeffrey W. Schultz, Michael Olen Zirkle

Принадлежит: Biosense Webster Israel Ltd

A catheter has at least two irrigated ablation electrodes and a coaxial irrigation tubing to transport fluid to the electrodes by separate and dedicated flow paths. A valve is used to control flow of fluid into the coaxial irrigation tubing by means of a plunger assembly that allows fluid to flow through one lumen of the coaxial irrigation tubing while regulating the flow into the other lumen of the coaxial irrigation tubing in response to the fluid flow rate and pressure applied to the plunger assembly.

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Номер записи: 21

31-01-2013 дата публикации

Caps for Cannula Access Devices

Номер: US20130030414A1

Автор: Chirag Sanjay Walawalker, Christopher E. Gardner, Deborah Laun, Jeffrey F. Kane, Joseph N. Logan, Larry Colquitt, Mark Wilson, Robert Naas, Sofi ENROTH, William Anderson

Принадлежит: Excelsior Medical Corp

An antiseptic cap and packaging for use with a connector are provided. The antiseptic cap includes a material containing an antiseptic solution. Upon application of the cap to the connector, the material compresses thereby releasing the antiseptic solution. Packaging of the antiseptic cap typically includes a cap holder and a lid. A user could remove the cap from the cap holder before applying it to a connector. Alternatively, the cap holder may be used to apply the cap to the connector.

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Номер записи: 22

07-02-2013 дата публикации

Device and method for fixing a segment of tubing, for an arrangement for monitoring an access to a patient

Номер: US20130035627A1

Автор: Alexander Bongers

Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

A device for fixing a segment of tubing in the form of a loop, for an apparatus by which a fluid is fed to or out from a patient via tubing, in particular for monitoring vascular access in extra-corporeal blood treatment, and a tubing and an arrangement for monitoring, each having the device for fixing the segment, are also described. The fixing of the segment includes a guiding piece and a securing piece. The guiding piece fixes intersecting portions of the segment which forms an eye, thereby forming a loop which contracts under a tractive stress. The securing piece fixes a portion of the segment forming the eye such that when the loop tightens, that portion of the segment does not slip through the guiding piece. Alternatively, intersecting portions of the segment are fixed in a loop only by a guiding piece formed as an annular body.

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Номер записи: 23

07-03-2013 дата публикации

Needle assembly

Номер: US20130060192A1

Автор: John K. Edoga, John STUDER, Michael RESNIKOFF, Thierry Richard, Todd Ing

Принадлежит: CIRCUPORT Inc

Needle assemblies are disclosed. In some embodiments, the needle assembly includes a main housing including an obturator insertion opening and an opposite needle connection opening, a connector housing configured to engage the main housing, the connector housing including obturator, tubing, and plug openings, a self-sealing plug including a channel, the plug positioned within the connector housing so the channel is aligned with the tubing opening, a needle holder base, and a needle. The connector housing is configured to engage the main housing in first and second positions. The obturator opening is axially aligned with the obturator insertion opening and axially aligned with the needle in the first position. The tubing opening is axially aligned with the obturator insertion opening and in fluid connection with the needle in the second position.

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Номер записи: 24

07-03-2013 дата публикации

Liquid medicine administering device for endoscopic surgery, medical controller for liquid medicine, and liquid medicine administering device for endoscopic surgery comprising same

Номер: US20130060193A1

Автор: Sang Yub Lee

Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed are a medical controller for liquid medicine, and a liquid medicine administering device for endoscopic surgery comprising same. The liquid medicine administering device for endoscopic surgery comprises: a head member including at least one liquid medicine entrance port through which liquid medicine from a syringe is admitted, and a first gas entrance port into which gas enters from a gas supply line and which is connected to the liquid medicine entrance port; a strong member connected to the head member, and including a liquid medicine passage inserted into a human body for discharging the liquid medicine to a surgical site; and a valve unit installed on the head member to selectively communicate the liquid medicine passage with the liquid medicine entrance port or the first gas entrance port. The liquid medicine that enters through the liquid medicine entrance port is through the liquid medicine passage by means of air provided from the first as entrance port and is discharged to the surgical site.

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Номер записи: 25

21-03-2013 дата публикации

IMPLANTED ACCESS PORT

Номер: US20130072847A1

Автор: AUDERSET Adrian, Frey Felix, Guenat Jean-Marc, Hausler Rudolf, MESSERLI Hans, SCHÜTZ Daniel, STIEGER Christof

Принадлежит: Cendres + Metaux SA

Implantable access port for removal and/or return of fluids to a patient, comprising an internal conduit connectable at its proximal end to the access port and at its distal end to a vascular structure of the patient; an external conduit connectable at its proximal end to the access port and at its distal end to an extracorporeal device; and a transcutaneous coupling member destined to be anchored in a tissue of the patient and comprising a first valve system operable to be in an open or closed configuration; the coupling member further comprises a second valve system removably connectable to the first valve system and operable to be in an open or closed configuration, such as to establish fluid communication between the internal and external conduits when the first and second valve systems are connected and in open configuration. 1. Implantable access port for removal and/or return of fluids to a patient , comprising:an internal conduit adapted to be connected at its proximal end to the access port and at its distal end to a vascular structure of the patient;an external conduit adapted to be connected at its proximal end to the access port and at its distal end to an extracorporeal device; anda transcutaneous coupling member destined to be anchored in a tissue of the patient and comprising a first valve system operable to be in an open or closed configuration to establish or block fluidic communication to and from the internal conduit;the coupling member further comprising a second valve system adapted to be removably connected to the first valve system and operable to be in an open or closed configuration to establish or block fluidic communication to and from the external conduit, such as to establish fluid communication between the internal and external conduits when the first and second valve systems are connected and in the open configuration.2. The access port according to the claim 1 , whereinthe first valve system comprises a resilient valve conduit and a ...

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Номер записи: 26

04-04-2013 дата публикации

Flow regulator for infusion pump and method of manufacturing the same

Номер: US20130081726A1

Автор: Seik Oh

Принадлежит: Seik Oh

An ambulatory drug infusion system includes a disposable ambulatory infusion pump and a flow regulator for regulating flow of the drug supplied from the disposable ambulatory infusion pump. The flow regulator includes a cylinder assembly of first, second and third cylinders arranged coaxially. The flow regulator includes a continuous spiral liquid-flow channel formed between the first cylinder and the second cylinder fitted into the first cylinder. The regulator includes bypass through-holes in communication with the spiral channel and formed in the second cylinder. The regulator further includes liquid-flow passages formed between the second cylinder and the third cylinder fitted into the second cylinder. The through-holes are in communication with the passages, respectively. One of the passages can be selected to choose a predetermined flow rate. The regulator further includes a diaphragm valve which can regulate fluid communication between the spiral liquid-flow channel and an outlet.

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Номер записи: 27

18-04-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COVERING AN OPENING OF A FLUID CONDUIT CONNECTOR

Номер: US20130092274A1

Автор: Birch Evan Tyler

Принадлежит:

In some embodiments, a cover device may include a body, a pad, and a grip. The body may include a first opening and at least two arms. The first opening may be in a first end of the body. At least one arm may include a first end and a second end. A first end may be coupled to a wall of the body forming the first opening. At least one arm may extend away from the body further defining and extending the first opening in the body. The pad may be positioned in the first opening in the first end of the body. The pad may absorb, during use, fluids. The body may couple, during use, to a first end of a conduit connector such that the first end is positioned in the first opening such that the first end of the conduit connector is inhibited from contact. 1. A cover device , comprising: a first opening in a first end of the body;', 'at least two arms comprising a first end and a second end, wherein a first end is coupled to a wall of the body forming the first opening, wherein the at least two arms extend away from the body further defining and extending the first opening in the body, and wherein the at least two arms comprise a spacing around wall of the body such that second elongated openings are positioned between the at least two arms such that the second end of the at least two arms flex, during use; and, 'a body, comprisinga pad positionable in the first opening in the first end of the body, wherein the pad absorbs, during use, fluids; anda grip coupled to a second end of the body;wherein the body couples, during use, to a first end of a conduit connector such that the first end is positioned in the first opening such that the first end of the conduit connector is inhibited from contact.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein fluid in the conduit connector is inhibited from moving out of the first end by the device.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the at least two arms further comprise at least one stop positioned on an inner surface of the arm.4. The device of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 28

25-04-2013 дата публикации

Aseptic Coupling Devices

Номер: US20130099489A1

Автор: Jeremy Henry Nichols, Patrick Thomas Gerst, Randall Scott Williams

Принадлежит: Colder Products Co

A seal member for an aseptic coupling device includes a cross-sectional area including a first end portion, a middle portion, and a second end portion opposite the first end portion, the middle portion being thinner in radial dimension than the first and second end portions.

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Номер записи: 29

25-04-2013 дата публикации

BLOOD DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20130102975A1

Автор: Lamb Julie Elisabeth

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A device for providing blood and/or fluid to a patient is provided. The device includes a dispensing end, a blood pathway and a fluid pathway. An end cap is at the fluid dispensing end. A joining member is located proximate to the end cap and joining the blood pathway and the fluid pathway. A first group of medical components is disposed along the blood pathway, including at least one clamp, a blood filter, and a pump adaptor. A a second group of medical components is disposed in the fluid pathway, including at least one clamp, and a pump adaptor. The joining member is located downstream from the first and second groups of medical components and upstream from the end cap. 1. A device for providing blood and/or fluid to a patient , the device having a fluid dispensing end , comprising:a blood pathway and a fluid pathway;an end cap at the fluid dispensing end;a joining member located proximate to the end cap and joining the blood pathway and the fluid pathway;a first group of medical components disposed along the blood pathway, including at least one clamp, a blood filter, and a pump adaptor;a second group of medical components disposed in the fluid pathway, including at least one clamp, and a pump adaptor; andthe joining member being located downstream from the first and second groups of medical components and upstream from the end cap.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a saline source connected to the fluid pathway upstream of the second group of medical components.3. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a blood source connected to the blood pathway upstream of the first group of medical components.4. The device of claim 1 , when the end cap comprises a needle-less connector.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the joining member is three-prong Y pathway claim 1 , and the device further comprises a clamp on each prong.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a first medication port in the fluid pathway upstream from the joining member and ...

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Номер записи: 30

09-05-2013 дата публикации

CONNECTOR FOR A FLUID TRANSPORT LINE OF A MEDICAL DEVICE

Номер: US20130116629A1

Автор: Rada Hiram, Semenzato Nicolas

Принадлежит: GAMBRO LUNDIA AB

A connector for a fluid transport line of a medical device including: a first body having a first access port, a second access port, and a first fluid path extending through the first body and directly connecting, for fluid transport, the first access port and second access port; a second body, mountable to the first body, having a third access port, the second body being movable with respect to the first body between (i) a main operating position in which the first fluid path is interrupted and in which a second fluid path is defined and enabled from the first access port to the third access port, and (ii) an auxiliary operating position in which the first fluid path is enabled and in which the second fluid path is interrupted. 110.-. (canceled)11. A connector of a fluid transport line of a medical device comprising:a first body including a first access port for a fluid, a second access port for a fluid, and a first fluid path extending through said first body and directly connecting, for fluid transport, said first access port and second access port;at least a second body, mountable to said first body, having at least a third access port for a fluid;said second body is movable with respect to said first body at least between:a main operating position in which said first fluid path is interrupted and in which a second fluid path is defined and enabled, for transport of a fluid, from said first access port to said third access port, andan auxiliary operating position in which said first fluid path is enabled and in which said second fluid path is interrupted, wherein the main operating position and the auxiliary operating position are defined by relative positions of the first body and the second body.12. The connector according to claim 11 , wherein said second body has at least a fourth access port for a fluid and wherein in said main operating position a third fluid path is defined and enabled claim 11 , for transport of a fluid claim 11 , from said second access ...

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Номер записи: 31

09-05-2013 дата публикации

Wound treatment device

Номер: US20130116635A1

Автор: Wilhelm Fleischmann

Принадлежит: Individual

A wound treatment device comprises a wound surface contacting plug and a cover for covering the wound surface and the plug, wherein said plug consists of a flat textile isolating material comprising at least one first surface layer, one second surface layer and one intermediate space arranged between said surface layers. At least the first surface layer is provided with a biocompatible surface and a structure which enables a liquid to pass and prevents a wound tissue from growing in said structure. The intermediate space is provided with isolating threads elastically holding the first surface layer and the second surface layer at a certain distance from each other.

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Номер записи: 32

16-05-2013 дата публикации

VALVE DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A FLOW OF A FLUID THROUGH A FLUID CHANNEL, ARRANGEMENT AND MULTI-WAY VALVE DEVICE

Номер: US20130118619A1

Автор: Bühs Florian, LOTH Andreas

Принадлежит: TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAT BERLIN

The invention relates to a valve device for controlling a flow of a fluid through a fluid channel, having a tube () made of a flexible material, in which a section of a fluid channel is formed, a valve component () assigned to the tube (), a cantilevered arm (), which is designed to be reversibly displaceable on the valve component () against a restoring force supplied at least partially by the cantilevered arm () itself, a squeeze element (), which is arranged on a distal end of the cantilevered arm () for support of the cantilevered arm () on the valve component () and is configured to control a flow of a fluid through the fluid channel by pressing against an outside surface of the tube (), optionally up to the closing of the fluid channel, and an actuator () which is configured to displace the squeeze element () in various control directions against the restoring force on the cantilevered arm (), so that the pressure of the squeeze element () on the outside surface of the tube () and thereby the flow through the fluid channel can be regulated. In addition, the invention also relates to a system having at least one valve device and a pressure-applying device as well as a multi-way valve device having multiple valve devices. 1. A valve device for controlling a flow of a fluid through a fluid channel , comprising:a tube of flexible material in which a section of a fluid channel is formed,a valve component assigned to the tube,a cantilevered arm, which is designed to be reversibly displaceable on the valve component against a restoring force which is supplied by the cantilevered arm at least partially by itself,a squeeze element, which is formed on a distal end of the cantilevered arm for supporting the cantilevered arm on the valve component and is configured to control a flow of a fluid through the fluid channel by pressing against an outside surface of the tube, optionally up to the closing of the fluid channel,an actuator which is assigned to the squeeze element ...

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Номер записи: 33

16-05-2013 дата публикации

Clamp and blood bag system

Номер: US20130123740A1

Автор: Makoto Hirabuki

Принадлежит: Terumo Corp

A clamp for a blood bag system includes a protrusion section which presses a tube, a locking section having a first engagement section and a second engagement section that form therebetween an engagement groove in which the protrusion section is positioned and by which engagement can be made, a first engagement release section which releases an engaged state between the first engagement section and the protrusion section; and a second engagement release section which releases an engaged state between the second engagement section and the protrusion section.

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Номер записи: 34

16-05-2013 дата публикации

Disinfecting caps for medical male luer connectors

Номер: US20130123754A1

Автор: Donald D. Solomon, F. Mark Ferguson, James V. Mercer, Michael W. Howlett, Robert Hitchcock, Steven Bandis

Принадлежит: Catheter Connections Inc, University of Utah Research Foundation UURF

Disclosed herein are disinfecting caps that can be used to cover and disinfect a male luer post of a medical connector when not in use or when disconnected from its female connector counterpart. The caps are configured to engage threads of the connector. The caps contain a disinfecting agent disposed in a chamber of the cap.

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Номер записи: 35

23-05-2013 дата публикации

THREE-WAY STOPCOCK UNIT, CHECK VALVE, AND FLUID SUBSTANCE TRANSFER DEVICE

Номер: US20130131609A1

Автор: Kawashima Toshiyuki

Принадлежит: EN Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. of Manamaki Japan

A check valve in the three-way stopcock unit includes: a first housing having a valve seat in which an opening is provided; a second housing inserted into the first housing; and a valve element held between the valve seat of the first housing and an opening end portion of the second housing. The valve element has a substantially U-shaped cut line formed outside of an outer rim portion of the opening provided in the valve seat of the first housing, and inside of an inner rim portion of the second housing. A portion inside of the cut line is used as a switching valve, and the valve seat of the first housing and the opening end portion of the second housing are closed in a liquid-tight state at a portion outside of the cut line. 1. A three-way stopcock unit comprising:a branch flow channel that is provided with a first flow channel, a second flow channel, and a third flow channel in which a fluid substance flows, the first flow channel, the second flow channel, and the third flow channel being joined together at one junction;a syringe that is provided at the third flow channel to supply a suction force for causing the fluid substance to flow into the first flow channel from outside, and an extrusion force for causing the fluid substance to flow outside of the second flow channel, to the branch flow channel;a first valve section that is provided at an opening end of the first flow channel to prevent the fluid substance from flowing out of the first flow channel; anda second valve section that is provided at an opening end of the second flow channel to prevent the fluid substance from flowing from the second flow channel;wherein at least one of the first valve section and the second valve section includes:a first housing having a first cylindrical portion, a valve seat that closes one of opening ends of the first cylindrical portion, and an opening that is provided in the valve seat;a second housing having a second cylindrical portion that is inserted into the first ...

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Номер записи: 36

23-05-2013 дата публикации

Reduced pressure tissue treatment systems and methods having a reduced pressure dressing and associated valve

Номер: US20130131616A1

Автор: Christopher Brian Locke

Принадлежит: Kci Licensing Inc

A system for treating multiple tissue sites of a patient includes a first dressing filler adapted to be positioned at a first of the tissue sites. A second dressing filler is adapted to be positioned at a second of the tissue sites. A bridge manifold is positioned between the first tissue site and the second tissue site to provide fluid communication between the first and the second tissue site. A reduced pressure source is fluidly connected to at least one of the bridge manifold, the first tissue site, and the second tissue site. A valve is operably associated with one of the first and the second tissue sites to allow fluid to flow from the one of the first and the second tissue sites, but precluding flow towards the one of the first and the second tissue sites.

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Номер записи: 37

13-06-2013 дата публикации

Medical connector with closeable male luer

Номер: US20130150806A1

Автор: Thomas F. Fangrow, Jr.

Принадлежит: ICU Medical Inc

A luer connector comprising a housing with a hollow bore having first and second ends, a male luer tip, and a tapering interior surface. The luer connector also comprises a rigid valve member having a first opened end and a second closed end, a passageway therein, and an outwardly extending flange near the second end adapted to seal the hollow bore at the second end of the housing when in contact with an interior surface of the housing. The valve member further comprises an opening near the closed end of the valve member extending outward from the passageway through the valve member and at least one strut attached to the valve member. The luer connector also comprises a retaining member configured to couple the valve member and the housing and a sealing element disposed within the housing to inhibit fluid communication through the hollow bore of the housing.

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Номер записи: 38

04-07-2013 дата публикации

Context-sensitive flow interrupter and drainage outflow optimization system

Номер: US20130172840A1

Автор: David E. Lizdas, Francesca K. Enneking, Nikolaus Gravenstein, Samsun Lampotang, Wilhelm K. Schwab

Принадлежит: University of Florida Research Foundation Inc

Embodiments of the invention provide methods and devices for improved drainage systems and tubing. In one embodiment, a context-sensitive flow interrupter is provided that inhibits or facilitates flow of fluid when engaged with a mating holder. In another embodiment, outflow is optimized through control of the pressure in gas pockets in a tube, drainage tube or assembly. In one such embodiment, gas pockets are vented to inhibit excessive back-pressure or suction on an organ, vessel or cavity being drained. In another such embodiment, loops in the tubes are avoided by using a mechanical template in the form of a groove or peg assembly to thread the slack in the drainage tube to generate a monotonic gradient. In another embodiment, such as for active drainage systems, a bypass channel is provided that allows an applied vacuum to go around an obstruction created by the collection of fluid in an undrained dependent loop.

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Номер записи: 39

01-08-2013 дата публикации

Assembling a needleless valve system

Номер: US20130193359A1

Автор: Jonathan Yeh

Принадлежит: CareFusion 303 Inc

A base portion for a needleless valve system comprising a body, and a valve coupling feature disposed on the body. The valve coupling feature is configured for coupling to a base coupling feature of a valve of a first type and a base coupling feature of a valve of a second type.

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Номер записи: 40

01-08-2013 дата публикации

Compositions for fecal floral transplantation and methods for making and using them and devices for delivering them

Номер: US20130195804A1

Автор: Thomas Julius Borody

Принадлежит: Thomas Julius Borody

In alternative embodiments, the invention provides compositions, e.g., formulations, used for gastric, gastrointestinal and/or colonic treatments or lavage, e.g., orthostatic lavage, e.g., for inducing the purgation (e.g., cleansing) of a gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including a colon; and methods for making and using them. In alternative embodiments, compositions and methods of the invention are used for the stabilization, amelioration, treatment and/or prevention of constipation, for the treatment of abdominal pain, particularly non-specific abdominal pain, and diarrhea, including diarrhea caused by a drug side effect, a psychological condition, a disease or a condition such as Crohn's Disease, a poison, a toxin or an infection, e.g., a toxin-mediated traveler's diarrhea, or C. difficile or the pseudo-membranous colitis associated with this infection. In alternative embodiments, the invention provides pharmaceuticals and products (articles) of manufacture for delivering these compositions and formulations to an individual, e.g., a human or an animal. The invention also provides devices for delivering a fecal material to a patient.

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Номер записи: 41

08-08-2013 дата публикации

CONNECTOR HUB APPARATUS FOR CATHETER AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20130204206A1

Автор: Morgan Jeremy, Steinmetz Jeffrey N.

Принадлежит: BiO2 Medical, Inc.

A hub assembly is provided for accommodating a medical professional to grip and manipulate two components of a catheter hub and move one component longitudinally relative to the other, then removably engaging the two components of the catheter hub to restrict movement there between. The two catheter hub components include a proximal hub and a distal hub. The proximal hub and the distal hub are configured to removably engage with one another. The proximal hub is affixed to a first catheter member, such as a multi-lumen catheter, while the distal hub is affixed to a second catheter member, such as a sheath. The first catheter member and the second catheter member are cooperatively engaged and concentric with one another. Relative movement of the proximal and distal hubs translates into relative movement of the first and second catheter members. 1. A catheter hub apparatus comprising: i. a longitudinal lumen, and', 'ii. a proximal hub attachment member comprising a proximally-extending arm and a resilient projection;, 'a. a distal hub member comprising'} i. an outer wall defining an internal cavity and having an open distal end,', 'ii. a central mounting section comprising a distally-extending annular wall defining a longitudinal lumen, an annular shelf, and an opening at the proximal end of the proximal hub member, and', 'iii. a catch formed in the wall of the body member;, 'b. a proximal hub member comprising'} i. a wall defining a longitudinal lumen,', 'ii. a flange at a proximal end of the core member,', 'iii. an annular detent, and', 'iv. an annular recess;, 'c. a core member comprising'}d. a sealing member attached to an inside surface of the body member of the distal hub member comprising a wall defining a longitudinal lumen, the longitudinal lumen having a diameter greater than an outside diameter of the core member;e. a hemostasis valve interfacing with the inside surface of the body member of the distal hub member; andf. an o-ring seated within the annular ...

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Номер записи: 42

08-08-2013 дата публикации

Adhesive Patch with Antimicrobial Composition

Номер: US20130204212A1

Автор: Patrick O. Tennican

Принадлежит: Hyprotek Inc

This disclosure describes example adhesive medical patches that may be used in combination with one or more antimicrobial agents to create and/or maintain an area of human skin that is free from contaminants. According to some embodiments, the disclosure describes that the adhesive patches may contain an adhesive material affixed to the perimeter of an impermeable backing According to some embodiments, the adhesive patch may also have a permeable layer containing an antimicrobial agent located interior to the adhesive material on the impermeable backing.

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Номер записи: 43

08-08-2013 дата публикации

Pressure Actuated Catheter Valve

Номер: US20130204226A1

Автор: Keyser Stephen Richard

Принадлежит: I-V Access Technology, Inc.

This invention provides catheter assemblies and methods for insertion of a catheter into a vessel. The assemblies include a resilient valve in the hub of the catheter that can be opened by pressure from a male luer fitting. The methods include piercing a vessel with the needle and catheter of the assembly, retraction of the needle component thus closing the resilient valve. Finally the catheter can be accessed by applying a male luer fitting to the catheter hub and a shoulder of the resilient valve. 1. A self-closing valve comprising:a tapered distal surface;a proximal surface with a first recess;a second recess in the first recess distal to the first recess; and,one or more slits running from the tapered distal surface to the second recess.2. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the self-closing valve comprises a resilient material.3. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the tapered surface is conical and the slits comprise three or more radially arranged slits.4. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the proximal surface further comprises a flange around the first recess.5. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the first and second recesses comprise circular outer edges claim 1 , and wherein the outer edge of the second recess defines a shoulder between the first recess and second recess.6. The valve of claim 5 , wherein the one or more slits run from a top center of the distal surface to at least the edge of the second recess where the second recess contacts the first recess.7. The valve of claim 6 , wherein the one or more slits run to a point between the shoulder and the outer edge of the first recess.8. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the valve is adapted so that a force exerted at an intersection of the first and second recesses forces open the one or more slits claim 1 , thereby functioning to open a fluid flow path through the second recess.9. The valve of claim 1 , wherein a tapered distal surface comprises a flat or curvilinear apex.10. A valve as shown in .11. A catheter insertion ...

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Номер записи: 44

29-08-2013 дата публикации

Wireless shunts with storage

Номер: US20130226068A1

Автор: Salim Kassem

Принадлежит: Codman and Shurtleff Inc

Devices and methods useful for storing and retrieving information related to a medical device such as an implantable valve or an implantable sensor are disclosed. An implantable valve can include a valve housing adapted to receive fluid flow therethrough between a valve inlet and a valve outlet. A valve assembly can be disposed within the valve housing and adapted to control a rate of fluid flowing through the valve housing. The implantable valve can also include a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag associated with the valve housing, adapted to store data, and including an antenna for communicating stored data to an external reading device. The RFID tag can store data related to, for example, a patient, a pressure setting of the valve assembly, and/or pressure sensor disposed within the valve. The RFID tag can also store an identifier that identifies the implantable valve, a pressure sensor disposed in the valve housing, a patient associated with the implantable valve, and/or patient clinical history.

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Номер записи: 45

29-08-2013 дата публикации

MEDICAL CONNECTORS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20130226099A1

Автор: Fangrow Thomas F.

Принадлежит:

Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a medical connector having a backflow resistance module configured to prevent fluid from being drawn into the connector when a backflow inducing event occurs. In some embodiments, the backflow resistance module can include a variable-volume chamber configured to change in volume in response to a backflow-inducing event and a check valve configured to resist backflow. In some embodiments, the medical connector can include a fluid diverter configured to direct fluid flowing through the medical connector into the variable volume chamber to prevent fluid stagnation therein. In some embodiments, the medical connector includes a body member, a base member, a seal member, a support member, and a valve member. 1. A retrograde-flow-resistant needleless medical connector comprising:a housing comprising a body member and a base member permanently coupled together, and a female luer-receiving proximal end and a male luer distal end;the female end of the housing comprising a proximal closure system with a first stage at which the proximal end is open and a second stage at which the proximal end is closed, the proximal closure system being configured to move between the first and second stages such that a proximal surface of the proximal closure system is displaced in a distal direction when a medical implement is inserted into the female end of the housing; andan internal closure system functionally unconnected with the proximal closure system and spaced from the distal male end of the housing, the internal closure system comprising a first stage at which the internal closure system is open and a second stage at which the internal closure system is closed, the internal closure system being capable of being closed when a male luer is seated within the female luer-receiving proximal end, and the proximal closure system is open, to resist retrograde flow of fluid through the distal end of the housing when the proximal end is open.2. A ...

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Номер записи: 46

12-09-2013 дата публикации

Tubing adapter for influencing the pressure inside a tubing section during a medical treatment

Номер: US20130237903A1

Автор: Juergen Klewinghaus

Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

A tubing adapter for interconnection with a least one tubing section of a medical device, a dialysis fluid tubing system including such a tubing adapter, a medical device including such a dialysis fluid tubing system, and a method for avoiding a pressure within a dialysis fluid tubing system that is below a minimum pressure are described.

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Номер записи: 47

12-09-2013 дата публикации

CONNECTOR

Номер: US20130237923A1

Автор: UEDA Yasuhiro, ZUSHI Yasunobu

Принадлежит: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A connector of the present invention includes a housing and a valve, wherein the housing has a flow path and a pipe connecting port, and the valve is formed of an elastic material and is adapted to block the pipe connecting port. The valve has a substantially columnar deformable portion. The deformable portion has a top surface exposed from the pipe connecting port, a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, and a slit that extends from the top surface to the bottom surface. When the top surface is pressed by the pipe, the deformable portion of the valve will be displaced toward the flow path while elastically deforming, so that inner surfaces that define the slit will face the flow path, and the top surface will form an opening that communicates with the flow path. 1. A connector comprising:a housing having a flow path through which a liquid passes, and a substantially circular pipe connecting port which communicates with the flow path; anda valve formed of an elastic material and adapted to block the pipe connecting port of the housing, a columnar deformable portion having a top surface exposed from the pipe connecting port, a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, and a slit extending from the top surface to the bottom surface; and', 'a ring-shaped fixing piece protruding from an outer peripheral surface of the deformable portion, in an intermediate portion between the top surface and the bottom surface, and fixed to the housing, and, 'wherein the valve compriseswherein when the top surface is pressed by the pipe, the deformable portion will be displaced toward the flow path while elastically deforming, so that inner surfaces which define the slit face the flow path of the housing, and the top surface forms an opening which communicates with the flow path.2. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the bottom surface of the deformable portion is formed with a recessed portion which curves so as to recess toward the side of the top surface.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 48

19-09-2013 дата публикации

Medical apparatus having a socket unit for connection of a device for supplying medical fluids, and device for supplying medical fluids having a plug unit for connection to a medical apparatus

Номер: US20130245530A1

Автор: Franz Kugelmann, Goekhan Oerter, Joern Hoermann, Matthias Brandl, Rafael Sterzer, Thomas Faulhaber

Принадлежит: FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

A medical apparatus includes a socket unit for connection to a plug unit belonging to a device for supplying medical fluids for a blood treatment apparatus, the medical apparatus being in particular an extra-corporeal blood treatment apparatus such for example as an extra-corporeal dialysis apparatus or an apparatus for peritoneal dialysis, or an apparatus for filling the device for supplying medical fluids. A device for supplying medical fluids for a blood treatment apparatus, which has a plug unit for connection to a socket unit of a medical apparatus, is also described. The socket unit and the plug unit are characterised in that a safe and secure fluid-tight connection can easily be made with the two units between the device for supplying medical fluids and, on the one hand, the blood treatment apparatus or, on the other hand, the apparatus for filling the device for supplying medical fluids.

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Номер записи: 49

26-09-2013 дата публикации

Automated implantable penile prosthesis pump system

Номер: US20130253265A1

Автор: Gary A. Rocheleau, Gregory J. Henkel, Scott E. Jahns

Принадлежит: AMS Research LLC

A dual poppet valve assembly for a pump assembly of an implantable penile prosthesis having a suction poppet engagable by a plurality of fingers allowing free travel of the poppet and to prevent vacuum lockup of the pump assembly. The suction poppet can also include an elongated shaft receivable within a corresponding bore of a cylinder poppet to prevent the suction poppet from becoming misaligned during the operation of the pump assembly.

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Номер записи: 50

26-09-2013 дата публикации

Slide Clamp and Tubing Set for an Infusion Pump

Номер: US20130253442A1

Автор: Travis Lee W., Wamsley Christina

Принадлежит: WalkMed Infusion LLC

An infusion pump for metering fluid flow through an delivery tube of an infusion tubing set has an internal occlusion clamp which clamps the delivery tube to prevent the free flow of fluid through the tube when access to the delivery tube in the infusion pump is possible. To release the delivery tube from the infusion pump, a slide clamp is manually used to release the occlusion clamp to an open, non-occluding position while simultaneously occluding the delivery tube to prevent the free flow of fluid. 1. A slide clamp for selectively occluding a tube , comprising:a body having a length in a longitudinal dimension which extends from a proximal end to a distal end, the body having a width in a lateral dimension perpendicular to the longitudinal dimension, the width being less than the length, the body having a height in a dimension perpendicular to the longitudinal and lateral dimensions, the height being less than the width, the height of the body at the proximal end being greater than the height of the body at the distal end;a non-occluding opening defined in the body and having a width in the lateral dimension that is insufficient to pinch and occlude the tube upon movement of the tube into the non-occluding opening;an occluding opening defined in the body and extending proximally from the non-occluding opening, the occluding opening having a width in the lateral dimension that is sufficient to pinch and occlude the tube upon movement of the tube into the occluding opening.2. A slide clamp as defined in claim 1 , further comprising:a trapezoidal shaped release tab located at the distal end of the body which has a width which is less than the width of the body proximal of the release tab.3. A slide clamp as defined in claim 1 , wherein:the proximal end of the body is formed as a wedge-shaped portion which extends progressively greater in height from distal portion of the occluding opening to the proximal end of the body.4. A slide clamp as defined in claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 51

03-10-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE INTENDED TO BREAK AT LEAST ONE CLOSURE ELEMENT LOCATED INSIDE A FLEXIBLE TUBE

Номер: US20130256576A1

Автор: Bontinck Pierre Eloi, Chavatte Arnaud, Deverre Frederic, Schroeder Toni

Принадлежит: MACO PHARMA

The invention relates to a device intended to break at least one closure element located inside a flexible tube, said closure element having a first part and a second part, said parts being separated by a weakening zone, it being possible to break said weakening zone in order to enable fluid to flow inside said flexible tube, said device comprising an assembly for holding said flexible tube, said assembly comprising a fixed element provided with a first housing intended to hold a first portion of said flexible tube, and a mobile element provided with a second housing intended to hold a second portion of said flexible tube, the two housings being aligned along a center line defining a neutral position of the mobile element, said device comprising a member for moving the mobile element to either side of its neutral position so as to be able to break the weakening zone of the closure element. 120212022232424212621262728293028303129362924202126. Device intended to break at least one closure element () arranged inside a flexible tube () , said closure element () comprising a first part () and a second part () separated by a weakening zone () , said weakening zone () able to be broken in order to enable fluid to flow inside said flexible tube () , said device comprising an assembly for holding () said flexible tube () , said assembly () comprising a fixed element () provided with a first housing () intended to hold a first portion of said flexible tube , and a mobile element () provided with a second housing () intended to hold a second portion of said flexible tube , the two housings ( ,) being aligned along a centre line () defining a neutral position of the mobile element () , said device being characterised in that it comprises a member () for moving the mobile element () to either side of said neutral position , in such a way as to be able to break the weakening zone () of the closure element () when the flexible tube () is placed in the assembly for holding (). ...

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Номер записи: 52

03-10-2013 дата публикации

Arteriovenous Shunt Having a Flow Control Mechanism

Номер: US20130261531A1

Автор: Gerry McCaffrey, John Gallagher

Принадлежит: Medtronic Vascular Inc

An arteriovenous shunt assembly including a shunt and a pull wire operated flow control mechanism. The shunt has a tubular body that defines a fluid passageway between a first end and a second end thereof The pull wire mechanism includes a portion disposed around the tubular shunt in at least one loop. The at least one loop may be selectively tightened or loosened remotely from the shunt to regulate the rate of blood flow through the tubular shunt.

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Номер записи: 53

03-10-2013 дата публикации

Dosing Unit With Safety Valve

Номер: US20130261599A1

Автор: David Teutsch, Florian Kuehni, Hanspeter Niklaus, Ulrich Haueter

Принадлежит: ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS INTERNATIONAL AG

A valve for an infusion pump device comprising a pump connection fluidly connected to a piston pump, an infusion site connection fluidly connected to an infusion set, and a reservoir connection fluidly connected to a reservoir is presented. The valve is in a first state (I) when the pump connection is fluidly connected to the infusion site connection and the reservoir connection is sealed closed and in a second state (II) when the pump connection is fluidly connected to the reservoir connection and the infusion site connection is sealed closed. The valve comprises one or more conduits, grooves, and/or recesses connected to environment and arranged so that no path exists within the valve between the infusion site connection and the reservoir connection that does not cross at least one of the conduits, grooves, and/or recesses, establishing a drain, independently if a path is closed during normal operation of the valve.

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Номер записи: 54

10-10-2013 дата публикации

Distal Valve for a Catheter

Номер: US20130267912A1

Автор: Blanchard Daniel B., Christensen Mark A., Cox Jeremy B.

Принадлежит:

A bi-directional valve assembly, including valves for use in closed-ended catheters or other elongate tubular devices, is disclosed. In one embodiment, a catheter assembly for insertion into a body of a patient is disclosed and comprises an elongate catheter tube including an outer wall that at least partially defines at least one lumen that extends between a proximal end and a closed distal end thereof. The catheter tube includes a valve assembly that in turn includes a linear slit valve defined through the outer wall of a distal segment of the catheter tube, and a deformation region. The deformation region includes a compliant segment disposed in the outer wall of the catheter tube and a thinned portion of the outer wall. The compliant segment and thinned portion of the deformation region cooperate to preferentially deform the outer wall and open the slit valve during aspiration through the catheter tube. 1. An elongate tubular device , comprising:a flexible, elongate tube including an outer wall defining at least one lumen that extends between a proximal end and a closed distal end thereof; and a slit valve defined through the outer wall; and', 'a deformation region including a compliant segment disposed in the outer wall in relation to the slit valve, the compliant segment preferentially deforming under aspiration forces in the at least one lumen so as to assist in opening the slit valve., 'a valve assembly included in the tube and including2. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein deformation of the compliant segment alters forces in the outer wall of the tube so that at least one face of the slit valve can deflect to open the slit valve.3. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the deformation region includes a lower material strength relative to surrounding portions of the outer wall of the tube.4. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the compliant segment is more compliant relative to surrounding portions of the outer wall of the tube.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 55

24-10-2013 дата публикации

Drug-delivery pumps and methods of manufacture

Номер: US20130276974A1

Автор: Changlin Pang, Fukang Jiang, Jason Shih, Mark S. Humayun, Sean Caffey, Yu-Chong Tai

Принадлежит: Changlin Pang, Fukang Jiang, Jason Shih, Mark S. Humayun, Sean Caffey, Yu-Chong Tai

Embodiments of method of manufacturing an implantable pump, including providing an upper layer comprising a dome structure for housing a drug chamber and a cannula in fluid communication with the drug chamber, providing a middle deflection layer adjacent the drug chamber, providing a bottom layer comprising electrolysis electrodes, and bonding the upper layer, middle deflection layer, and bottom layer to form the pump.

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Номер записи: 56

24-10-2013 дата публикации

Liquid infusion apparatus

Номер: US20130281966A1

Автор: Roger E. Susi

Принадлежит: IRadimed Corp

An apparatus and method are disclosed for controlling infusion of liquid into a patient using a peristaltic pump. The liquid infusion apparatus includes a liquid conduit having a proximal segment, a distal segment and an intermediate segment. The liquid infusion apparatus also includes a flow valve in fluid communication with the intermediate and distal segments. The flow valve includes a shuttle member slidably disposed within a housing about the distal segment, the shuttle member being configured for lateral movement relative to an elongated axis of the distal segment. The shuttle member is configured to operate in a first configuration to impede fluid flow through the liquid conduit and in a second configuration for which fluid flow through the liquid conduit is unimpeded. The shuttle member includes a resilient grasper for selectively engaging and disengaging a mating actuator resiliently received by the grasper.

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Номер записи: 57

31-10-2013 дата публикации

ROTARY MEDICAL MANIFOLD

Номер: US20130284292A1

Автор: LI Chun, Liu Yunxing

Принадлежит:

A rotary medical manifold, for delivering various fluids through a patient delivery mechanism is described. The rotary manifold can include a manifold body and a valve stem. The manifold body can include a central cavity, an output port, a first fluid port, and a second fluid port. The valve stem can include an injector port, and a single central fluid passage. The valve stem can be adapted to slidably engage the central cavity of the manifold body and provide selective fluidic connectivity between the injector port and the output port, the first fluid port and the second fluid port. 1a manifold body including a central cavity, an output port, a first fluid port, and a second fluid port; a single central longitudinal fluid passage connected to an injector port;', 'a first perpendicular fluid passage intersecting the central longitudinal fluid passage to selectively provide fluidic transport between the central longitudinal fluid passage and the output port when the valve stem is in a first rotational position; and', 'a second perpendicular fluid passage intersecting the central longitudinal fluid passage to selectively provide fluidic transport between the central longitudinal fluid passage and a selected one of the first and second fluid ports, fluidic transport to the first fluid port is provided when the valve stem is in a second rotational position and fluidic transport to the second fluid port is provided when the valve stem is in a third rotational position; and, 'a valve stem, adapted to slidably engage the central cavity, the valve stem includingwherein a proximal portion of the valve stem is adapted to enable selective rotation of the valve stem within the central cavity to rotatably selectively provide fluidic transport between the central longitudinal fluid passage and one of the first fluid port, the second fluid port, and the output port.. An apparatus comprising: Medical procedures often involve injecting a patient with multiple different fluids ...

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Номер записи: 58

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Anti-free-flow mechanism for enteral feeding pumps

Номер: US20130289483A1

Автор: Kent Beck, Philip Eggers

Принадлежит: ZEVEX, INC.

An anti-free-flow mechanism includes an occluder mechanism which is disposed along a segment of tubing. The occluder mechanism is normally in a biased closed position, but may be moved into an open position by moving an engagement member into engagement with the tubing segment to deform the tubing segment and open a flow channel. Unless force is applied to keep the engagement member in contact with the tubing segment, the tubing will return to the first, closed position.

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Номер записи: 59

31-10-2013 дата публикации

Catheter device

Номер: US20130289527A1

Автор: Adrian C. Ravenscroft

Принадлежит: PHASE ONE MEDICAL LLC

A catheter assembly comprising an elongated tubular structure having a distal end and a proximal end; a septum disposed within the interior of the tubular structure so as to define a first lumen and a second lumen, and a valve element disposed at the distal end of the tubular structure and configured to move longitudinally relative to the tubular structure between (i) a closed position in which the distal end of the tubular structure is closed off by the valve element, and (ii) an open position in which the distal end of the tubular structure is not closed off by the valve element; wherein the tubular structure, septum and valve element are configured so as to provide fluid communication between the first and second lumen when the valve element is disposed in its closed position.

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Номер записи: 60

31-10-2013 дата публикации

MEDICAL CONNECTOR

Номер: US20130289534A1

Автор: Fangrow, JR. Thomas F.

Принадлежит:

A medical connector for use with one or more medical implements. In some embodiments, the connector minimizes or eliminates the retrograde flow of fluid into the connector from one end or port upon the disconnection of a medical implement from the other end or port. In some embodiments, the connector generates a positive flow of fluid out of the connector from one end or port when a medical implement is disconnected from the other end or port. 1. A medical connector for use with a first and second medical implement , the medical connector comprising:a housing having a first proximal end and a second distal end;an inner rigid element positioned within the housing and including at least one opening on a side thereof and a substantially hollow interior with a fluid flow path, said opening extending from an outer surface of said inner rigid element to said hollow interior of said inner rigid element;a substantially hollow flexible element positioned within the housing, said flexible element comprising at least one inward projection on an inner wall thereof, at least a portion of said inward projection being shaped to fit within said opening in said inner rigid element when said connector is in a substantially closed position, wherein said portion of said inward projection is positioned within said opening and occupies at least a portion of the fluid flow path of the substantially hollow interior of said inner rigid element in said substantially closed position, and wherein said portion of said inward projection is positioned outside of said opening in a substantially opened position, thereby facilitating a change in an inner fluid volume of said connector when said connector is in said closed position relative to the inner fluid volume of said connector when said connector is in said substantially open position.2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein said flexible element further comprises an orifice on a proximal end thereof.3. The connector of claim 2 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 61

07-11-2013 дата публикации

Spacer and components therefor

Номер: US20130291862A1

Автор: Allan Eagle

Принадлежит: Medical Developments International Ltd

A spacer comprising a polycarbonate chamber and a flow valve located within the chamber. The chamber comprises: a first reservoir and a second reservoir; an inlet for admission of aerosolized medication into the first reservoir; an outlet for withdrawal of medication from the second reservoir; and a vent for expulsion of air from the second reservoir. The flow valve is adapted to: allow forward-flow of medication from the first reservoir to the second reservoir during user inspiration; substantially limit inflow of air through the vent into the second reservoir during user inspiration, substantially limit backflow of air or medication from the second reservoir to the first reservoir during user expiration; and allow expulsion of air from the second reservoir through the vent during user expiration.

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Номер записи: 62

07-11-2013 дата публикации

VALVES, VALVED FLUID TRANSFER DEVICES AND AMBULATORY INFUSION DEVICES INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20130296786A1

Автор: Lord Peter C., McConnell Susan, Oberg Keith A., Ring Lawrence S.

Принадлежит: The Alfred E. Mann Foundation For Scientific Research

Valves, valved fluid transfer devices and ambulatory infusion devices including the same. 1. An apparatus for use in an implantable medical device , the apparatus comprising:a pump, having an inlet and an outlet, configured to be carried within the implantable medical device; and a valve seat with an opening, and', 'a valve element movable relative to the valve seat between a closed position where the valve element engages the valve seat to prevent flow through the opening and an open position where the valve element is in spaced relation to the valve seat to allow flow through the opening,', 'wherein one of the valve seat and the valve element includes a main portion and a seal portion that is less tacky than the main portion and is in contact with the other of the valve seat and the valve element when the valve element is in the closed position., 'an outlet valve, located downstream from the pump outlet, including'}2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the main portion is formed from an elastomeric material selected from the group consisting of silicone rubber claim 1 , latex rubber claim 1 , fluoropolymers claim 1 , urethane claim 1 , butyl rubber claim 1 , and isoprene.3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe main portion is formed from an elastomeric material; and a layer of silicon suboxide on the main portion,', 'a relatively thin layer of a relatively hard elastomeric material,', 'a relatively thin layer of a fluoroelastomer or a low friction protective coating, and', 'a coating of a filler material., 'the seal portion is selected from the group consisting of'}4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe main portion is formed from an elastomeric material; and a surface of the valve seat main portion that has been halogenated,', 'a surface of the valve seat main portion that has been implanted with ions of a ceramic material or ions of a metal material or ions of a metal oxide material, and', 'a surface of the valve seat main ...

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Номер записи: 63

14-11-2013 дата публикации

OVERHEATING DETECTION UNIT AND OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR

Номер: US20130299005A1

Автор: Enomoto Hisashi, Sugawara Kimio

Принадлежит: IKIKEN CO., LTD.

An overheating detection unit is attached between an oxygen concentrator and a cannula, making it possible to reliably detect a high-temperature environment to cut the supply of oxygen when a user inhales oxygen using the cannula and is exposed to a fire or an abnormal high-temperature environment. An overheating detection unit includes a main body including a connecting member connected to an oxygen outlet and an oxygen outlet portion connected to a tube and also includes a housing covering the main body. The main body includes a temperature sensor in the oxygen outlet portion to detect the temperature of the oxygen outlet portion and a blocking structure portion that blocks a passage between the connecting member and the oxygen outlet portion to cut the supply of oxygen when the temperature sensor detects a temperature equal to or higher than a predetermined temperature. 1. An overheating detection unit disposed between an oxygen outlet of an oxygen concentrator that generates concentrated oxygen from raw material air and that has the oxygen outlet outputting the concentrated oxygen and a nasal cannula having a coupler socket , or between the oxygen outlet and the coupler socket provided at one end of a tube that is connected to the nasal cannula , so as to detect an overheating state ,the overheating detection unit comprising:a main body including a connecting member connected to the oxygen outlet and also including an oxygen outlet portion connected to the coupler socket; anda housing covering the main body,the main body including:a temperature sensor disposed in the oxygen outlet portion so as to detect a temperature of the oxygen outlet portion; anda blocking structure portion blocking a passage between the connecting member and the oxygen outlet portion so as to cut supply of oxygen when the temperature sensor detects a temperature that is equal to or higher than a predetermined temperature.2. The overheating detection unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe ...

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Номер записи: 64

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: 65

14-11-2013 дата публикации

Containers for pharmaceuticals, particularly for use in radioisotope generators

Номер: US20130300109A1

Автор: Charles Quirico, Ernest Balestracci, Ernst Schramm, Irene Kucharewicz Ropiak, James A. Melchore, Jr., Jo Anna Monteferrante, Julius P. Zodda

Принадлежит: Bracco Diagnostics Inc

The invention is directed to improved containers for pharmaceuticals and any tubing and tubing connectors associated therewith, particularly containers for pharmaceuticals which are irradiated, heated or otherwise subjected to increased pressure. In a preferred embodiment, the invention is directed to an improved container for use in a radioisotope generator, such as a rubidium-82 generator.

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Номер записи: 66

14-11-2013 дата публикации

VALVE TO PREVENT AIR ENTERING AN INTRAVENOUS CIRCUIT

Номер: US20130303987A1

Автор: Esnouf Philip Stuart

Принадлежит: CHIMDEN MEDICAL PTY. LTD.

A valve for use with a container having intravenous liquid therein, the valve including: a valve body including a valve chamber formed therein; an inlet in fluid communication with the valve chamber; means for connecting the inlet, in use, to the container so that liquid can flow through the inlet to said valve chamber; an outlet having means for connection, in use, to a catheter for intravenous delivery of the liquid; the outlet including an outlet port which opens to said chamber, the port being surrounded by a valve seat; a diaphragm; mounting means for mounting the diaphragm to the body so that a peripheral edge or edge region sealingly engages the body and closes said chamber and such that the diaphragm sealingly engages the valve seat; the arrangement being such that, in use, the head of liquid within the container unseats the diaphragm from the valve seat so that the liquid flows to said outlet but when the level of liquid in the container falls to a predetermined level the diaphragm sealingly engages the valve seat to stop further flow of liquid to the outlet. 1. A valve for use with a container having intravenous liquid therein , the valve including:a valve body including a valve chamber formed therein;an inlet in fluid communication with the valve chamber;means for connecting the inlet, in use, to the container so that liquid can flow through the inlet to said valve chamber;an outlet having means for connection, in use, to a catheter for intravenous delivery of the liquid;the outlet including an outlet port which opens to said chamber, the port being surrounded by a valve seat;a diaphragm;mounting means for mounting the diaphragm to the body so that a peripheral edge or edge region sealingly engages the body and closes said chamber and such that the diaphragm sealingly engages the valve seat;the arrangement being such that, in use, the head of liquid within the container unseats the diaphragm from the valve seat so that the liquid flows to said outlet but ...

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Номер записи: 67

14-11-2013 дата публикации

FLUSH ENTRANCE HEMOSTASIS VALVE WITH UNOBSTRUCTED PASSAGEWAY

Номер: US20130304026A1

Автор: GAUF DEAN R., LUTHER RONALD B., MURI JOHN I.

Принадлежит:

A method of placing a catheter into a patient while preventing disadvantageous escape of fluid from the patient comprises providing a catheter secured to a valve hosing. The catheter has a proximal end, a distal end and an interior lumen. The valve housing has a first port, a second port, and a fluid path running between the first and second ports. The catheter and the valve housing have a hollow needle extending therethrough. The method further comprises piercing the patient's skin, thereby inserting the catheter into the patient. The method further comprises holding the catheter and valve housing in place while removing the hollow needle through the catheter and valve housing. The hollow needle passes through the first and second ports of the valve housing. 125-. (canceled)26. A hemostasis valve comprising:an elongate valve housing having a first port, a second port opposite the first port and a fluid path running between the first and second ports which is aligned to a longitudinal axis of the valve housing, the valve housing having a cylindrical straight portion and a reducing portion; 'a base for stabilizing the occluder as the occluder slides between the first and second positions;', 'an occluder slideable within the housing between first and second positions, the occluder having;'}a plurality of structural occlusion shafts, each shaft having distal end portion connected to the base and a free end portion;the free end portions of the occlusion shafts slideable against the interior surface of the reducing portion of the elongate valve housing, the free end portions collectively forming a plug configured to fit within the first port to occluder the first port when the occluder is in the first position, the free end portions being closer to the first port than the base;wherein the free end portions of the structural occlusion shafts are forced apart from each other when the occluder is in the second position to spread open the free end portions of the occlusion ...

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Номер записи: 68

14-11-2013 дата публикации

CATHETER CLAMPS AND CATHETERS

Номер: US20130304028A1

Автор: Chaudhry Tariq, Hampton Scott

Принадлежит: H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CENTER AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC.

Provided are devices and methods for reducing or preventing fluid flow through a catheter lumen. For example, the devices and methods can be used to reduce blood flow through a catheter. Optionally, the catheter is an intravenous catheter. Also provided are catheters. 1. A device for reducing or preventing fluid flow through a catheter lumen , comprising:a. a first clamping surface;b. a second clamping surface opposed to the first clamping surface, wherein the surfaces at least partially define a slot configured to accept a portion of the catheter;wherein the first and second surfaces are moveable relative to one another to narrow the slot, and wherein the narrowed slot at least partially occludes the catheter lumen thereby reducing or preventing fluid flow through the catheter.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is blood.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the catheter positioned in the slot has a needle threaded through its lumen.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the first and second surfaces move relative to each other to narrow the slot and to at least partially occlude the catheter lumen upon removal of the needle from the catheter lumen.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an actuator configured to move the surfaces relative to each other.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the actuator is a spring.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein a first end of the spring is coupled to the first surface and wherein a second end of the spring is coupled to the second surface and wherein force generated by the spring causes movement of the surfaces relative to each other to narrow the slot and to at least partially occlude the lumen.8. The device of claim 1 , further comprising first and second clamping bodies claim 1 , the first clamping body comprising the first clamping surface and the second clamping body comprising the second clamping surface.9. The device of claim 8 , further comprising a force generating member connected to each clamping body.10. The ...

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Номер записи: 69

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: 70

21-11-2013 дата публикации

VALVE FOR DILATOR AND SHEATH ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130310765A1

Автор: Bennett Jeffrey S., Peterson Christian K., Sanford Kevin, Stephens John, Thomas Burton W., Wall W. Shaun

Принадлежит:

A sheath assembly includes an elongated hollow sheath body having a proximal body end, a distal body end, and a longitudinal axis extending between the proximal body end and the distal body end. A sheath hub is fixedly connected to the proximal body end and includes a hub proximal end and a hub distal end with a through passage extending from the hub distal end to the hub proximal end and in communication with the hollow sheath body. The sheath hub further defining a valve seat proximate the hub proximal end. A valve is seated in the valve seat and includes a valve body with a bisecting slot extending into a proximal surface of the valve body and terminating at a depth less than the thickness of the valve body such that the remaining portion of the valve body distally of the slot defines a bridge extending between opposed halves of the valve body such that a distal surface of the valve body is substantially continuous, the valve extending across and sealing the through passage. 1. A valve for sealing the hub of a sheath assembly , the valve comprising a valve body with a bisecting slot extending into a proximal surface of the valve body and terminating at a depth less than the thickness of the valve body such that the remaining portion of the valve body distally of the slot defines a bridge extending between opposed halves of the valve body such that a distal surface of the valve body is substantially continuous.2. The valve according to wherein a central portion of the proximal surface of the valve body is concave.3. The valve according to wherein the valve body includes a groove in the distal surface extending about the central portion.4. The valve according to wherein a portion of the distal surface of the valve body opposite the concave proximal portion is convex.5. 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.6. The valve according to wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 71

21-11-2013 дата публикации

SEAL TIP CATHETER DEVICES OR METHODS

Номер: US20130310767A1

Автор: Pagan Craig J., Perry Glen D., Solar Matthew S.

Принадлежит: C2C Developement, LLC

A first catheter can include a first catheter body providing a longitudinal bore and can have flexible first seal at its distal portion. The first seal can at least partially occlude the bore at the distal portion of the catheter body in a first configuration. A second catheter can be slid into or through the bore of the first catheter body, such as to expand the first seal into a second configuration. Wicking or reflux can be inhibited. Other features, applications, and methods can be included. 1. A medical apparatus comprising: a first catheter body including a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a longitudinal bore extending between the proximal portion of the first catheter body and the distal portion of the first catheter body, the longitudinal bore defining an inner circumferential periphery; and', 'an elastically deformable first seal, located at the distal portion of the first catheter body, the first seal being more flexible than a more proximal portion of the first catheter body, the first seal defining an inner circumferential periphery that, in a first configuration, is laterally smaller than the inner circumferential periphery of a more proximal portion of the bore to at least partially occlude the bore at the distal portion of the catheter body and, in a second configuration, the inner circumferential periphery of the first seal is expandable relative to the first configuration., 'a first catheter, comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , comprising a second catheter claim 1 , comprising a second catheter body including proximal portion claim 1 , a distal portion claim 1 , and a longitudinal bore extending between the proximal portion of the second catheter body and the distal portion of the second catheter body claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the second catheter body is sized and shaped to be inserted into or through and to slidingly engage the bore of the first catheter body claim 1 , wherein the distal portion of the second catheter is ...

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Номер записи: 72

21-11-2013 дата публикации

MEDICAL TUBE CLAMP

Номер: US20130310768A1

Автор: Ebara Yukinori, Nakamura Kimihiko, Tsuchitori Yasuki, YAMAGUCHI Akinobu

Принадлежит: NIPRO CORPORATION

A medical tube clamp wherein first and second plate parts including, on opposing surfaces, compressive protrusions for closing a medical tube are provided with a pair of side walls on both sides projecting from one toward an other of the plate parts, and are also provided with a central guide protrusion projecting from the other toward the one of the plate parts. Both sides of a tip portion of the central guide protrusion make sloping guide surfaces projecting toward a center. When the plate parts are displaced relative to each other so as to become closer, lateral displacement of them is corrected by a slide of the pair of side walls and the sloping guide surfaces, and the central guide protrusion is inserted between the pair of side walls. 1. A medical tube clamp comprising:a first plate part and a second plate part connected at a curved portion;compressive protrusions provided on opposing surfaces of the first plate part and the second plate part that close a medical tube by compression between them; anda locking member that elastically deforms the curved portion and retains the medical tube in a closed state by locking the first and second plate parts at a location close to each otherwherein at least one of the first plate part and the second plate part has a pair of side walls on both sides that protrude out toward an other of the first plate part and the second plate part, in order to prevent the medical tube from being displaced off sideways,the other of the first plate part and the second plate part has a central guide protrusion that protrudes out toward the one of the first plate part and the second plate part, andboth sides of a tip portion of the central guide protrusion protrude out toward a center to make sloping guide surfaces that guide the central guide protrusion into a gap between the pair of side walls while preventing interference against the pair of side walls during a relative displacement of the first and second plate parts in a direction of ...

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Номер записи: 73

21-11-2013 дата публикации

CATHETER DRAINAGE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130310810A1

Автор: Davis Beverly, Varey Richard Martin, Whitfield Paul Scott

Принадлежит: ROCKET MEDICAL PLC

A catheter drainage assembly includes fluid flow control valve that includes a displaceable obstructer located in a fluid passage between an inlet and an outlet of the drainage assembly. The obstructer is formed with an opening to minimize the trapping of matter in the valve and can be moved between a first position in which the valve is open and a second position in which the valve is closed. 1. A catheter drainage assembly comprising:a fluid control valve, said fluid control valve comprising a housing, a displaceable obstructer, an inlet port and an outlet port and a fluid passage;a first tube, wherein said first tube is connected to an inlet port of a fluid flow control valve; anda second tube, wherein said second tube is connected to an outlet port of said fluid flow control valve;wherein the housing of the fluid flow control valve has said inlet and outlet ports; and said displaceable obstructer is located in the fluid passage between the inlet and outlet ports of the housing,wherein the obstructer comprises an opening, and the obstructer is displaceable in the housing between a first position wherein the opening is not placed in the fluid passage between the inlet and outlet ports, to a second position wherein the opening is placed in the fluid passage between the inlet and outlet ports.2. The catheter drainage assembly according to wherein the housing is generally cylindrical and has a base.3. The catheter drainage assembly according to wherein an actuator is connected to the obstructer claim 1 , the actuator allowing displacement of the obstructer between the first and second positions.4. The catheter drainage assembly according to wherein the obstructer is biased towards the first position.5. The catheter drainage assembly according to wherein the obstructer is moveably sealed against the internal wall of the housing.6. The catheter drainage assembly according to wherein the assembly further comprises a seal and the seal is a flexible annular moulding.7. ...

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Номер записи: 74

28-11-2013 дата публикации

Opacity technology

Номер: US20130317354A1

Автор: Eric K. Mangiardi

Принадлежит: QUALI MED GmbH

A catheter device comprising a chamber containing an opacity enhancing substance is disclosed. The opacity enhancing substance is in a dried or semi-dried form within the chamber of the device. Release of a liquid into the chamber suspends the substance and forms an opacity enhancing solution that is released into the lumen of the device in order to enhance the opacity of the device for imaging.

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Номер записи: 75

28-11-2013 дата публикации

ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY INSTRUMENTATION

Номер: US20130317419A1

Автор: BRANNON JAMES K.

Принадлежит:

An embodiment of the invention includes a quantum fluid flow management apparatus which controls and facilitates delivery of liquid and/or air to the surgical site during a surgical procedure via a trumpet valve, various restriction (crimping) devices, and a network of tubing for selectively passing air or fluid through to the surgical site. The trumpet valve allows for selective control of air or fluid or both or neither. Additionally the flow management apparatus controls the application and suction of fluids from the surgical site which may be used in cooperation with the injection of a fluid such as water to irrigate the surgical site to remove body fluids, debrided material or the like. 1. An improved endoscopic surgery fluid management apparatus for controlling the delivery of liquid to a surgical site during a surgical procedure wherein the fluid management apparatus comprises a plurality of fluid restriction devices and a trumpet valve including a first valve in communication with a second valve along a main passage for selective transmission of fluid to the surgical site , the improvement comprising:a fluid network operationally connected between said trumpet valve and said restriction devices for fluid communication of said transmitted fluid throughout said fluid network;a main fluid conduit in communication with a fluid delivery means and associated with the first valve; anda patient conduit extending between the second valve and an endoscopic instrument for selective transmission of fluid through the endoscopic instrument towards the surgical site.2. The improved endoscopic surgery fluid management apparatus of further comprising a first passage in communication with the first valve and a second passage in communication with the second valve claim 1 , wherein one of said first passage and second passage is associated with a pneumatic source and the other of said first and second passage is associated with a hydraulic source.3. The improved endoscopic ...

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Номер записи: 76

28-11-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR FLOW-THROUGH ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT DECONTAMINATION OF MICROBIAL CONTAMINANTS

Номер: US20130317422A1

Автор: Levenson David J., Moss John L.

Принадлежит: DJLM Innovations, LLC

A device for administering a fluid includes a housing that holds a sterilization cassette having a shell, a fluid chamber, and a light transmitting window. An input directs fluid into the chamber. A light source is positioned to direct ultraviolet or other light through the window into the fluid chamber at an intensity sufficient to kill or render non-reproducible at least one species of a microorganism in the fluid while the fluid is in the chamber. An outlet receives fluid from the cassette and directs the fluid to a destination. The fluid is substantially uniformly exposed to the light while in the chamber. The cassette and light source are contained in a housing that prevents light from escaping the housing. 1. A device for administering a fluid , comprising: a sterilization cassette comprising a shell, a fluid chamber comprising a plurality of channels, and an ultraviolet light transmitting window,', 'a portion of an input tube connected to a first portion of the sterilization cassette, wherein the input tube is configured to receive a fluid from a source and deliver the fluid to the chamber,', 'an ultraviolet light source positioned to direct ultraviolet light through the window into the fluid chamber, and', 'a portion of an outlet tube connected to a second portion of the sterilization cassette and configured to receive the fluid from the cassette,', 'wherein the channels are configured to create turbulence in the fluid within the chamber, and the ultraviolet light source is configured to provide the ultraviolet light at an intensity sufficient to kill or render non-reproducible at least one species of a microorganism in the fluid while the fluid is within the chamber; and, 'a housing that containsa tube having a distal tip and a proximal end, wherein the proximal end is connected to the outlet tube and configured to receive the fluid from the outlet tube and direct the fluid through the distal tip.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a one-way valve ...

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Номер записи: 77

28-11-2013 дата публикации

METHOD OF CONTROLLING FLUID FLOW WITH AN ELECTRONICALLY ACTIVATED ACCESS VALVE

Номер: US20130317453A1

Автор: WALBORN Jonathan

Принадлежит: CAREFUSION 303, INC.

A method of controlling fluid flow from a fluid source to a patient includes the step of mating a first connector comprising a first body with a first fluid passage therethrough and a conductive element disposed the first body to a second connector comprising a second body with a second fluid passage therethrough and two separated electrical contacts disposed on the body such that the two electrical contacts engage the conductive element when the first and second connectors are mated. The two electrical contacts are electrically coupled to a normally closed, electrically activated valve that is fluidically coupled to the second fluid passage and configured to open only when a circuit is completed through the two electrical contacts. 1. A method of controlling fluid flow from a fluid source to a patient , the method comprising the step of:mating a first connector comprising a first body with a first fluid passage therethrough and a conductive element disposed on the first body to a second connector comprising a second body with a second fluid passage therethrough and two separated electrical contacts disposed on the body such that the two electrical contacts engage the conductive element when the first and second connectors are mated, the two electrical contacts being electrically coupled to a normally closed, electrically activated valve that is fluidically coupled to the second fluid passage and configured to open only when a circuit is completed through the two electrical contacts.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first and second fluid passages are fluidically coupled when the first and second connectors are mated.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first connector is fluidically coupled to one of the fluid source and the fluid recipient and the second connector is fluidically coupled to the other of the fluid source and the fluid recipient.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of:providing electrical power to the valve such that the ...

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Номер записи: 78

05-12-2013 дата публикации

Pressure Actuated Valve with Curved Slit Configuration

Номер: US20130324943A1

Автор: Culhane Jim, WEAVER KARLA

Принадлежит: ANGIODYNAMICS, INC.

A valve for controlling material flow through a catheter, comprises a first flexible member including a first moveable element, wherein, when the first moveable element is in the open position, material may flow past the first flexible member through a first lumen of the catheter and, when the first moveable element is in the closed position, flow through the first lumen is prevented and a first biasing member coupled to the first flexible member for biasing the first moveable member toward the closed position. 151-. (canceled)52. A valve for controlling fluid flow through a catheter comprising:an elliptical disk-shaped flexible member having a slit configured to open when subjected to a fluid pressure of a threshold level,wherein the slit is curved and traverses a long axis of the elliptical disk-shaped flexible member at least once.53. The valve of claim 52 , wherein the slit follows a substantially sinusoidal curve. Many medical procedures require repeated and prolonged access to a patient's vascular system. For example, during dialysis treatment blood may be removed from the body for external filtering and purification, to make up for the inability of the patient's kidneys to carry out that function. In this process, the patient's venous blood is extracted, processed in a dialysis machine and returned to the patient. The dialysis machine purifies the blood by diffusing harmful compounds through membranes, and may add to the blood therapeutic agents, nutrients etc., as required before returning it to the patient's body. Typically the blood is extracted from a source vein (e.g., the vena cava) through a catheter sutured to the skin with a distal needle of the catheter penetrating the source vein.It is impractical and dangerous to insert and remove the catheter for each dialysis session. Thus, the needle and catheter are generally implanted semi permanently with a distal portion of the assembly remaining within the patient in contact with the vascular system while ...

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Номер записи: 79

05-12-2013 дата публикации

CLOSURE PLUG FOR A CATHETER

Номер: US20130324944A1

Автор: GIL PASCUAL Javier

Принадлежит:

A closure plug for a catheter includes a hollow tubular main body with two open opposite ends, the first end for coupling to the final end of the catheter and the second end for coupling to a first open end of a tubular secondary body provided with a second closed end opposite the first end. The main body can include a support flange for supporting the secondary body and the plug can include securing means for securing the secondary body to the main body. 1. A closure plug for a catheter , comprising a hollow tubular main body with two open opposite ends , the first end of said ends being the coupling end for coupling to the final end of the catheter , where the main body has an inner diameter equal to the outer diameter of the catheter at said final end thereof , and a tubular secondary body with a first open coupling end for coupling to the second end of the main body and a second closed end opposite the first end.2. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , further including securing means for securing the secondary body to the main body.3. The closure plug for a catheter according to any of the claim 1 , wherein the main body comprises a support flange for supporting the secondary body.4. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the main body comprises coupling means for coupling to the final end of the catheter.5. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary body comprises coupling means for coupling to the second end of the main body.6. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the main body is made of a semi-flexible material.7. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the main body and the secondary body are made of a plastic material.8. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 1 , wherein the main body and the secondary body are made with one and the same mold.9. The closure plug for a catheter according to claim 7 , wherein the main body ...

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Номер записи: 80

12-12-2013 дата публикации

RADIOPHARMACEUTICAL DELIVERY DEVICE

Номер: US20130331634A1

Автор: Agamaite James A., Bazala Jason L., Beale Matthew, BENSON Carl Michael, Descalzi Douglas, FAZI Bruno, Griffith Scott R., Kaintz Ryan, Marsh Charles, Sass Matthew, SOUTHARD Courtney N.

Принадлежит: MEDRAD, INC.

A device for delivery of a radiopharmaceutical and, in some embodiments, delivery of a pharmaceutical agent are provided herein. 1. A fluid path set comprising:a confluence valve;a four-way valve;a first tubing section in fluid communication with a first input and the confluence valve;a second tubing section in fluid communication with a second input and the confluence valve;a third tubing section in fluid communication with the confluence valve and the four-way valve;an output tubing section in fluid communication with the four-way valve and at least one output fitting;a waste tubing section in fluid communication with the four-way valve and at least one waste receptacle; andan auxiliary tubing section in fluid communication with the four-way valve and the confluence valve.2. The fluid path set of claim 1 , further comprising a coil assembly disposed between the confluence valve and the four way valve in fluid communication with at least the third tubing section.3. The fluid path set of claim 1 , further comprising a medical fluid storage container coupled to the first input.4. The fluid path set of claim 3 , wherein the medical fluid storage container comprises a cylindrical device having a plunger slidably inserted into the fluid storage container creating a seal.5. The fluid path set of claim 3 , further comprising a connector configured to connect to a fluid reservoir in fluid communication with the fluid storage container.6. The fluid path set of claim 1 , wherein the second input comprises a vial spike.7. The fluid path set of claim 1 , further comprising a pharmaceutical delivery port in fluid communication with the output tubing section.8. The fluid path set of claim 1 , wherein the at least one waste receptacle comprises an IV bag.9. The fluid path set of claim 1 , further comprising joints claim 1 , linear joints claim 1 , T-joints claim 1 , 4-way joints claim 1 , valves claim 1 , check valves claim 1 , by-pass valves claim 1 , stop cocks claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81

12-12-2013 дата публикации

Bacteria-retaining medical valve

Номер: US20130331787A1

Автор: Menahem Kraus

Принадлежит: Individual

A bacteria-retaining medical valve including a housing defining a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet, a valve located within the housing downstream of the liquid inlet and a bacterial filter assembly located within the housing downstream of the valve and upstream of the liquid outlet, the bacterial filter assembly including hydrophilic bacterial impermeable passageways which are configured to permit liquid passage therethrough and prevent bacterial passage therethrough and air passage therethrough and hydrophobic bacterial impermeable passageways which are configured to permit air passage therethrough and prevent bacterial passage therethrough and liquid passage therethrough.

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Номер записи: 82

12-12-2013 дата публикации

Anti-Drawback Medical Valve

Номер: US20130331800A1

Автор: Boisjoly Richard T., Cote, Ganem Charles F., Newton Brian L., SR. Andrew L., Woyak David B.

Принадлежит: NP MEDICAL INC.

A gland member within a medical valve is configured to have a substantially consistent or enlarging internal volume as the valve transitions from a closed mode to an open mode. The valve has a housing forming an interior containing a flow path, and a stationary post member within the interior. 1. A medical valve having an open mode that permits fluid flow through an internal flow path , the medical valve also having a closed mode that prevents fluid flow through the internal flow path , the medical valve comprising:a housing forming an interior containing the flow path;a post member within the interior, the post member having a lumen that is a part of the flow path and a solid wall surrounding and defining the lumen, the lumen having an opening to the interior of the housing; anda gland member circumscribing the post member to form a variable volume region, the variable volume region being formed at least in part between the gland member and the post member, the variable volume region being a part of the flow path, at least a portion of the gland member extending into and occupying at least a portion of a volume of the post lumen opening when in the closed mode, at least a portion of the post member lumen extending into the gland member,the variable volume region having a closed volume when in the closed mode,the variable volume region having an open volume when in the open mode,the open volume being no less than the closed volume.2. A medical valve according to claim 1 , wherein the variable volume region is closed when in the closed mode.3. A medical valve according to claim 1 , wherein the portion of the gland member extending into the post lumen opening when in the closed mode moves out of the post lumen opening as the valve transitions from the closed mode toward the open mode claim 1 , thereby unoccupying the at least a portion of the volume of post lumen opening.4. A medical valve according to claim 1 , wherein the open volume is greater than the closed ...

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Номер записи: 83

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Anti-Flashback Needle Adaptor

Номер: US20130338607A1

Автор: Paspa Philip Alexander

Принадлежит:

An anti-flashback needle adapter inhibits the uncontrolled jetting of blood upon the insertion of an arterial access needle into a blood vessel. An inner wall defines at least one inner port and an outer wall defines at least one outer port in fluid communication with the inner port. As blood enters the device from the arterial access needle, it is diverted first through the inner port and then through the outer port, which diversion has a baffle effect and dissipates the energy of the blood flow. This prevents the jetting of blood and potential contamination of nearby people and objects. A funnel member allows for the insertion of a guide wire into the arterial access needle while maintaining the blood flow dissipation properties of the device. 1. An anti-flashback needle adapter for an arterial access needle , the anti-flashback needle adapter having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion , comprising: 'an outer wall defining at least one outer offset port.', 'an inner wall defining at least one inner offset port; and'}2. The anti-flashback needle adapter of claim 1 , wherein the at least one inner offset port is in fluid communication with the at least one outer offset port.3. The anti-flashback needle adapter of claim 2 , wherein the at least one inner offset port comprises at least two inner offset ports positioned substantially adjacent to the proximal end portion of the anti-flashback needle adapter and at least two inner offset ports positioned substantially adjacent to the distal end portion of the anti-flashback needle adapter.4. The anti-flashback needle adapter of claim 2 , wherein the at least one outer offset port comprises at least four outer offset ports positioned substantially adjacent to the distal end portion of the anti-flashback needle adapter.5. The anti-flashback needle adapter of claim 2 , comprising a funnel member for guiding a guide wire through the anti-flashback needle adapter into the arterial access needle claim 2 , the ...

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Номер записи: 84

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Valved Catheters Including High Flow Rate Catheters

Номер: US20130338608A1

Автор: Bergeron Brian J., Moorehead H. Robert

Принадлежит:

A pressure activated two-way slit valve assembly is designed to be used in combination with, but not limited to, a high flow rate catheter to prevent accidental ingestion of air or loss of blood if the closure cap comes off during non-use of the catheter. In addition, the potential for occlusion of the catheter due to blood clots in the catheter and catheter related infection is substantially reduced. The pressure activated two-way slit valve assembly includes a first end, a second end, a wall defining a dumbbell shaped channel, and a flexible, thin disk having a slit and positioned within the pressure activated two-way slit valve assembly to reside within the dumbbell shaped channel. The slit and the dumbbell shaped channel are sized to enable the slit to deform in response to a predetermined pressure differential across the slit to allow fluid to pass therethrough. 130-. (canceled)31. A catheter for fluid access to a site within a human body , the catheter comprising: a valve housing forming a valve lumen, a flexible membrane disposed across the valve lumen, and a slit extending through the flexible membrane;', 'wherein the slit comprises a first end portion, an intermediate portion, and a second end portion, the intermediate portion configured between the first end portion and the second end portion to form a continuous slit,', 'wherein the intermediate portion is substantially linear and lies along an intermediate axis, the first end portion lies along a first axis, and the second end portion lies along a second axis, and', 'wherein the first and second axis are nonparallel to the intermediate axis., 'a conduit in fluid communication with a valve, the valve comprising32. The catheter of claim 31 , wherein the first and second axis are substantially linear.33. The catheter of claim 32 , wherein the first and second axis are substantially perpendicular to the intermediate axis.34. The catheter of claim 33 , wherein the slit forms a substantially H-shaped slit. ...

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Номер записи: 85

26-12-2013 дата публикации

FLUID FLOW CONTROL DEVICES, ROTORS AND MAGNETS WITH INCREASED RESISTANCE TO INADVERTENT SETTING CHANGE AND IMPROVED ACCESSORY TOOL COUPLING

Номер: US20130345646A1

Автор: Bertrand W. Jeff, Hampton Lawrence, Leung Chun Man Alan, Luedi Manfred Karl, Shah Deep, Speckman Lori

Принадлежит: MEDTRONIC XOMED, INC

Implantable physiological shunt systems and related fluid flow control devices and accessories for use therewith. Devices, systems and methods relating to implantable medical fluid flow control devices, rotors and magnets with increased resistance to inadvertent setting changes. Devices, systems and methods relating implantable medical fluid flow control devices, rotors and magnets which provide improved magnetic coupling to fluid flow control device accessories such as adjustment tools. 1. A cartridge assembly for an adjustable fluid flow control device comprising:a rotor assembly comprising a base with a central aperture, a magnet mounted in the base and a protrusion extending from a lower surface of the base;a cartridge housing comprising a central rotor pivot configured to engage the central aperture, a stair step array, a plurality of stops wherein two stops of the plurality are configured to receive the protrusion therebetween to limit rotation of the rotor assembly about the central rotor pivot.2. The cartridge assembly of claim 1 , wherein the magnet is polarized in a horizontal direction and the protrusion is located at a radial location along the base which is substantially perpendicular to the magnet polarization.3. The cartridge assembly of claim 1 , wherein the protrusion comprises a stem portion and a head portion claim 1 ,wherein the stem portion comprises stem edges and wherein the stops comprise stop edges configured to provide line to line contact with the stem edges when the protrusion is located between two stops.4. The cartridge assembly of claim 1 , wherein a lower surface of the protrusion is configured to rest on a step of the stair-step array.5. The cartridge assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rotor assembly is configured to magnetically couple to an adjustment tool whereby the rotor assembly is configured to lift upwardly with respect to the stair-step array and the stops upon magnetically coupling with the adjustment tool.6. The cartridge ...

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Номер записи: 86

26-12-2013 дата публикации

Blow Fill Seal Luer Syringe

Номер: US20130345672A1

Автор: Ferreri Suzanne, III James J., Kennedy, Panecki Lee, Zerda Adam

Принадлежит:

A single use pre-filled delivery device comprising a deformable container, a one-way valve, and male luer connector is described. Also described are methods of flushing vascular access devices using a single use pre-filled delivery device as described herein is also disclosed. 1. A vascular access device (VAD) delivery device comprising:a manually deformable liquid container defining an inner chamber, the container having a distal end, a proximal end, and an outlet on the distal end;a male luer connector projecting from the outlet on the distal end of the container, the male luer connector in fluid communication with the inner chamber of the container and engageable with a luer connector of a VAD; anda one-way valve engaged with the male luer connector, the one-way valve in fluid communication with the inner chamber of the container, the one-way valve preventing fluid flow in the direction outside the inner chamber to inside the inner chamber when the container is manually deformed and released.2. The VAD delivery device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a molded cap releasably connected to the container claim 1 , the molded cap configured to encase the male luer connector and seal the inner chamber of the container.3. The VAD delivery device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the one-way valve comprises a duckbill valve claim 1 , umbrella valve claim 1 , combination duckbill-umbrella valve claim 1 , ball-check valve claim 1 , diaphragm-check valve claim 1 , swing-check valve claim 1 , tilting-disk check valve claim 1 , stop-check valve claim 1 , poppet-check valve claim 1 , or lift-check valve.4. The VAD delivery device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inner chamber of the container has a volume in the range of about 0.5 mL to 10 mL.5. The VAD delivery device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the container comprises a thermoplastic elastomer.6. The VAD delivery device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the container and molded cap are adapted to create an ...

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Номер записи: 87

16-01-2014 дата публикации

Stopcock

Номер: US20140014207A1

Автор: Tomer Gil, Ziv David

Принадлежит:

According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention there is provided a stopcock including a housing element defining at least first, second and third ports, a handle element which is selectably positionable relative to the housing element, at least one fluid passageway communicating between at least two of the at least first, second and third ports, the at least one fluid passageway being selectably defined by at least one of the housing element and the handle element, the at least one fluid passageway being configured for enabling flushing an internal volume of at least one of the first, second and third ports by a fluid flow which does not flow entirely through the port whose internal volume is being flushed. 131-. (canceled)32. A stopcock comprising:a housing element defining a central bore and at least first, second and third ports;a handle element which is selectably positionable relative to said housing element;at least one fluid passageway communicating between at least two of said at least first, second and third ports, said at least one fluid passageway being selectably defined by rotational positioning of said handle element relative to said housing element;a first fluid flow guide associated with said at least one fluid flow passageway, said first fluid flow guide extending radially and sealingly engaging an inner facing wall of said central bore when said first fluid flow guide is not located opposite at least one of said first, second and third ports; anda second fluid flow guide bifurcating said at least one fluid passageway, said first flow guide and said second fluid flow guide being configured for enabling flushing an internal volume of at least one of said first, second and third ports by a fluid flow which does not flow entirely through said port whose internal volume is being flushed.33. A stopcock according to and also comprising a valve located within one of the at least one of first claim 32 , second and third ports.34. A stopcock ...

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Номер записи: 88

16-01-2014 дата публикации

MEDICAL STOPCOCK

Номер: US20140018746A1

Автор: Tsukada Takashi, UEDA Yasuhiro

Принадлежит: TERUMO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A medical stopcock includes a main body; and a cock. The main body includes: a tubular portion; an upstream port and a downstream port; and a bypass port provided between the upstream port and the downstream port. The cock includes: a cylindrical portion rotatably accommodated in the tubular portion of the main body; and a handle configured to allow rotation of the cylindrical portion. The cylindrical portion includes: a first flow path groove communicating with the upstream port and the bypass port when the cock is in a reference position, a second flow path groove communicating with the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is in a reference position, at least one wall portion closing openings of the upstream port, the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is rotated by a predetermined amount from the reference position. 1. A medical stopcock comprising:a main body; anda cock, a tubular portion;', 'an upstream port and a downstream port provided on an outer circumference of the tubular portion; and', 'a bypass port provided between the upstream port and the downstream port,, 'wherein the main body includes a cylindrical portion rotatably accommodated in the tubular portion of the main body; and', 'a handle configured to allow rotation of the cylindrical portion,', a first flow path groove on an outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical portion, the first flow path groove communicating with the upstream port and the bypass port when the cock is in a reference position,', 'a second flow path groove on an outer circumferential surface of the cylindrical portion, the second flow path groove communicating with the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is in a reference position, and', 'at least one wall portion closing openings of the upstream port, the bypass port and the downstream port when the cock is rotated by a predetermined amount from the reference position,, 'wherein the cylindrical portion includes, 'wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 89

30-01-2014 дата публикации

Medical Valve with Improved Back-Pressure Sealing

Номер: US20140031765A1

Автор: Kimball Ian, Maseda Luis, Siopes William

Принадлежит: NP MEDICAL INC.

A medical valve transitions between an open mode that permits fluid flow, and a closed mode that prevents fluid flow. To that end, the medical valve has a housing with an inlet and an outlet, a rigid member movably mounted within the housing, and a resilient member with a sealing portion. The housing also has at least one relief zone that is in fluid communication with the outlet when the valve is in the closed mode. The rigid member may have a proximal end, a distal end, and a flow channel. The relief zone may be radially outward from the sealing portion. The sealing portion may seal the valve and prevent fluid from passing through the valve when in the closed mode. 1. A medical valve having an open mode that permits fluid flow , and a closed mode that prevents fluid flow , the medical valve comprising:a housing having an inlet and an outlet, the housing also having at least one relief zone in fluid communication with the outlet when the valve is in the closed mode;a plug member movably mounted within the passageway and having a proximal end and a distal end, the plug member having a hole between its proximal and distal end; anda resilient member having a first seal member, the seal member sealing the hole when the valve is in the closed mode, the relief zone being radially outward of the first seal member.2. A medical valve according to further comprising:a second seal member located proximal to the hole when the valve is in the closed mode, the first seal member being located distal to the hole when the valve is in the closed mode.3. A medical valve according to claim 2 , wherein the first and second seal members are o-rings.4. A medical valve according to claim 2 , wherein the first and second seal members are integral to the resilient member.5. A medical valve according to further comprising a plurality of ribs claim 1 , the plurality of ribs defining the at least one relief zone.6. A medical valve according to claim 5 , wherein the housing further includes a ...

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Номер записи: 90

06-02-2014 дата публикации

Carrier Assembly with Caps for Medical Connectors

Номер: US20140034540A1

Автор: Kennedy James Paul, Solomon Donald D.

Принадлежит: THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH RESEARCH FOUNDATION

An assembly for mounting medical connector caps includes a carrier formed from a sheet of material and having an array of holes. The assembly also includes a plurality of medical connector caps. Each cap is inserted into one of the holes of the array. The assembly also includes a plurality of sealing tabs. The tabs may be retained on the carrier by friction fit into the holes of the carrier. The carrier may also include a mounting hole to hang on a pole of an IV line. 1. An assembly mounting medical connector caps for use , the assembly comprising:a carrier shaped as a sheet of material, the carrier having an array of holes;a plurality of medical connector caps, each cap having (i) an openable end configured to cover a medical connector and (ii) a closed graspable end, wherein each cap is inserted into one of the holes of the array;a plurality of sealing tabs, each tab sealingly covering the openable end of a corresponding one of the caps and including an overhang portion that overhangs the openable end thereof.2. An assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the holes into which one of the caps is inserted is sized to secure such cap therein with a friction fit claim 1 , so as to mechanically stabilize such cap in relation to the carrier.3. An assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the caps includes a disinfectant disposed therein.4. An assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the sheet of material is flexible.5. An assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the sheet of material is a polymeric film.6. An assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the polymeric film is a polyolefin.7. An assembly according to claim 6 , wherein the polyolefin is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene and polypropylene.8. An assembly according to claim 6 , wherein the polyolefin is polyethylene.9. An assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier includes at least one mounting hole.10. An assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing tabs are made of ...

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Номер записи: 91

06-02-2014 дата публикации

Nasal rinse tip

Номер: US20140039411A1

Автор: Ketan C. Mehta

Принадлежит: Individual

A device for nasal lavage is described. The device ejects a gentle flow of fluid under pressure. The fluid stream provides a high quantity of fluid at low pressure. The low pressure fluid stream is more comfortable for a user than a high pressure fluid stream that are delivered by various types of pressurized cans of solution.

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Номер записи: 92

13-02-2014 дата публикации

Catheter assembly with seal member

Номер: US20140041496A1

Автор: Christopher D. Roehl, James M. Muskatello

Принадлежит: Smiths Medical ASD Inc

A catheter assembly includes a catheter hub defining an interior cavity and a catheter tube extending distally thereof. A rigid actuator extends proximally in the interior cavity and supports a seal member thereon. The seal member includes a central membrane, a distal portion, and a proximal portion. An hourglass shaped actuator cavity is formed in the distal portion and receives a barbed end of the actuator. The outer surface of the seal member is in partial circumferential engagement with the catheter hub to define an air path that allows fluid communication between areas of the interior cavity distal and proximal of the seal member. A punch tool is provided to form a tri-slit in the membrane of the seal member.

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Номер записи: 93

13-02-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING DRUG DELIVERY THROUGH AN INFUSION SET

Номер: US20140046271A1

Автор: Howlett Michael Wallace, Mercer James Victor

Принадлежит: CAREFUSION CORPORATION

A slide clamp for use with an infusion pump and infusion set provides finger grips and support members for supporting the infusion tubing. The finger grips make the slide clamp easier to use while reducing the risk of error. The tubing support members reduce the likelihood of improperly loading the tubing and reduce the risk of kinking the tubing during use. An infusion set is provided wherein the slide clamp may be coded through the use of colors, holes, or the like so as to identify the type of infusion tubing used therewith. The infusion pump can identify the code on the slide clamp and thereby determine the type of infusion tubing, and thereby allow access only to infusion programs for drugs or infusion solutions which are compatible with the particular type of infusion tubing. 128.-. (canceled)29. A method for preventing misloading and kinking of an infusion tube , the method comprises;selecting an infusion set, the infusion set comprising an infusion tube and a slide clamp disposed on the tube, the side clamp having a clamping slot configured for selectively occluding the tube and a separate support opening, the support opening being spaced apart from the first opening, and wherein the infusion tube passes through the clamping slot and through the support opening; andinserting the slide clamp into an infusion pump and at least partially withdrawing the slide clamp so that the slide clamp does not occlude flow through the tube.30. The method according to claim 29 , wherein the method comprises selecting a slide clamp having a body containing the clamping slot and a support arm containing the support opening and extending at an angle away from the body so that the tubing does not extend generally perpendicular to the clamping slot.31. The method according to claim 29 , wherein the method comprises selecting the slide clamp with a pair of finger grips and inserting the slide clamp into the infusion pump while holding onto the finger grips.32. The method according ...

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Номер записи: 94

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Occlusion perfusion catheter

Номер: US20140051997A1

Автор: C. Rex TEESLINK, Drik V. Hoyns

Принадлежит: Advanced Catheter Therapies Inc

Catheters for occluding, visualizing, irrigating, evacuating, and delivering agents to a treatment area are disclosed. The catheters comprise a catheter body comprising five lumens, first and second occlusion balloons coupled to the catheter body, an optional space-occupying balloon coupled to the catheter body and disposed between the first and second occlusion balloons, and an optional visualization means that enables visualization between the first and second occlusion balloons. Methods for using these catheters are also disclosed. A method comprises inflating the first and second occlusion balloons, inflating the space-occupying balloon, allowing fluid to exit via an evacuation lumen, optionally irrigating or aspirating to facilitate fluid exit via said lumen, and delivering an agent to a treatment area via the agent lumen.

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Номер записи: 95

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Medical Devices For Blood Reflux Prevention And Methods Of Use

Номер: US20140052074A1

Автор: Girum YEMANE TEKESTE

Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

Described is a catheter patency maintenance device comprising of a flush syringe, an elongate plunger rod with a stopper slidably positioned within the barrel, a cap, disinfectant and a valve movable between an open position and a closed position. The valve may include a valve stem and/or openings in the valve to permit fluid flow. Methods of using the flush syringe assemblies are also described.

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Номер записи: 96

20-02-2014 дата публикации

VALVE ARRANGEMENT FOR MEDICAL DEVICE

Номер: US20140052079A1

Автор: Bilton Simon Lewis, Davies James Alexander, Eggert Ilona, Langley Christopher Nigel, Moore David, Wimpenny Steven

Принадлежит: SANOFI-AVENTIS DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

The invention faces the technical problem of reducing the uncertainty over exact doses ejected from a medical device and at the same time providing a homogeneous, but controlled mixture of at least two fluids while a simple production should be maintained. A medical device comprising a first valve, a second valve, a first pre-valve ullage, a second pre-valve ullage, a post-valve ullage with a first end and a second end and a needle is presented. The first pre-valve ullage is connected to the post-valve ullage by the first valve and the second pre-valve ullage is connected to the post-valve ullage by the second valve. A first fluid is guidable from the first pre-valve ullage to the post-valve ullage and a second fluid is guidable from the second pre-valve ullage to the post-valve ullage. 112-. (canceled)13. Medical device comprising:a first valve,a second valve,a first pre-valve ullage,a second pre-valve ullage,a post-valve ullage with a first end and a second end, anda needle,wherein said first pre-valve ullage is connected to said post-valve ullage by said first valve,wherein said second pre-valve ullage is connected to said post-valve ullage by said second valve,wherein a first fluid is guidable from the first pre-valve ullage to the post-valve ullage,{'b': '102', 'wherein a second fluid () is guidable from the second pre-valve ullage to the post-valve ullage,'}wherein a first end of said needle is inserted into said post-valve ullage andwherein said post-valve ullage is designed such that there is a flow inversion between said post-valve ullage and said needle.14. Medical device according to claim 13 , further comprising a first reservoir and a second reservoir claim 13 , wherein said first reservoir is connected to said first pre-valve ullage and said second reservoir is connected to said second pre-valve ullage.15. Medical device according to claim 13 , wherein a first end of said needle is inserted into said post-valve ullage at the second end of the post- ...

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Номер записи: 97

20-02-2014 дата публикации

Devices, Assemblies and Methods for Controlling Fluid Flow

Номер: US20140052101A1

Автор: Stroup David Karl

Принадлежит: INFUSION INNOVATIONS, INC.

A valve is provided for controlling flow along a fluid line that includes an outer shell and an inner housing slidably disposed therein that includes connector threads surrounding a boss on one end and a passage through the boss. A backing member is coupled to the outer shell and has a sealing pin extending into the passage. The inner housing is movable helically relative to the outer shell from a closed position wherein a sealing pin engages an outlet opening at the distal end of the boss to seal the opening and an open position in which the inner housing is directed away from the sealing pin to open a fluid path through the valve. A torque limiter mechanism between the outer shell and inner housing resists movement from the valve closed position to the valve open position until a selected torque level is reached. 1. A valve assembly for controlling fluid flow along a fluid line , comprising:an outer shell having a through bore, a distal end, and a proximal end;an inner housing movably engaged within the outer shell and having a central boss having a through bore with a distal end opening and a connector portion surrounding the central boss at a distal end portion of the inner housing and configured for connecting the valve assembly in a fluid line;a sealing pin coupled to the outer shell and extending into the through bore of the central boss to define a passageway in the central boss around the sealing pin;the sealing pin having a distal tip which is configured for sealing engagement in the distal end opening of the central boss through bore to prevent fluid flow through the distal end opening in a first, closed position of the inner housing and which is spaced from the open distal end of the central boss in a second, open position to open a fluid path through the central boss around the sealing pin and out of the distal end opening;the inner housing being movable in a first direction relative to the outer shell and sealing pin between the first, closed position ...

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Номер записи: 98

27-02-2014 дата публикации

Valve element

Номер: US20140054489A1

Автор: Daniel Auemhammer

Принадлежит: Sanofi Aventis Deutschland GmbH

An apparatus is presented comprising a first part comprising a sealing structure, a membrane being attached to said first part and a second part being attached to said membrane, wherein said second part comprises a valve area with a first opening and a second opening, wherein said valve area is located in the area of said sealing structure, wherein said valve area is configured to allow for a fluidic communication between said first opening and said second opening and wherein said sealing structure is configured to allow for an interruption of said fluidic communication between said first opening and said second opening.

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Номер записи: 99

06-03-2014 дата публикации

Roller Clamp

Номер: US20140066893A1

Автор: Valentini Marco

Принадлежит: CARE-FUSION CORPORATION

A roller clamp includes at least two opposing and spaced apart side walls, a guide wall, a further wall opposite the guide wall defining an aperture therethrough, a hollow body and a roller. The hollow body has a body aperture therethrough. The roller comprises a roller wheel having two axial projections protruding from a center of each side of the roller. Each side wall is provided with an opposing guide groove on the interior surface thereof. The two axial projections of the roller wheel are slidingly seated in the guide grooves so that the roller can move in the aperture of the further wall as the projections slide in the grooves. At least one respective long edge of each corresponding guide groove is provided with at least one notch. The resulting at least one pair of corresponding notches can at least partially seat the two projections. 1. A roller clamp comprising:at least two opposing side walls spaced apart from each other and comprising respective interior surfaces;a guide wall;a further wall opposite the guide wall defining an aperture therethrough;a hollow body having a body aperture therethrough, the body aperture being dimensioned and configured to house a resilient connection tube of a gravity infusion set therethrough, the hollow body defined by the at least two opposing and spaced apart side walls, the guide wall and the further wall opposite the guide wall;a roller comprising a roller wheel having two axial projections protruding from a center of each side of the roller wheel, wherein:the roller wheel protrudes through the aperture of the further wall;the spacing between the guide wall and the further wall decreases over the length of the guide wall and the further wall;each side wall is provided with an opposing guide groove on the interior surface thereof, each guide groove comprising at least one respective long edge;the two axial projections of the roller wheel are slidingly seated in the guide grooves so that the roller can move in the aperture ...

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Номер записи: 100