| Entries |
| Document | Title | Date |
|---|
| 20080255519 | Laparoscopic port assembly - Various embodiments of a laparoscopic trocar assembly are disclosed. The port assemblies include inserted parts that protect the patient's tissues at the point of deployment. The port assemblies include seals for maintaining pneumoperitoneum both when instrument are being used and when instruments are not inserted. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080262433 | INTRATHECAL INJECTION GUIDE APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME - An intrathecal injection apparatus is disclosed for use with small animals. The apparatus includes an animal conforming member and a guide tube for inserting a needle and directing the needle so that it properly penetrates the spinal sack of the animal. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20080269686 | DEVICE WITH REMOVABLE PROJECTIONS - A feeding device configured for insertion into the gastrointestinal tract of a patient, and dynamic movement through the gastrointestinal tract toward the jejunum. The device includes an elongate tubular member having a plurality of distal projections disposed on an exterior surface thereof. The projections extend radially outwardly from the exterior surface of the tubular member a distance sufficient to engage an interior surface of the gastrointestinal tract during peristaltic contractions therein, and are configured to promote ingress of the device in response to the contractions. At least some of the projections are soluble under bodily conditions at the gastrointestinal tract, thereby facilitating removal of the feeding device. | 10-30-2008 |
| 20080287878 | PULMONARY VISCERAL PLEURA ANASTOMOSIS REINFORCEMENT - A pulmonary visceral pleura anastomosis reinforcement device may be positioned in proximity to a pulmonary pleural stabilizer or conduit to be inserted into a lung. The reinforcement device provides structural reinforcement and aids in preventing damage to the visceral pleura during insertion of a conduit or other device into the lung. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20080294117 | Flexible tube coupler - The present invention is a tube coupler for securing flexible tubing in patient care, tubes used on patients for various purposes mostly medical, which are periodically removed, re-inserted or repositioned. A device formed from a base element with adjustable clamping elements and a mechanism for anchoring tube clamping elements for a friction fit around tubes is introduced. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20080300546 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR STABILIZING MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS - Embodiments of a device, and method of use thereof, are described for stabilizing a medical instrument, the medical instrument contacting a patient's body at a point of contact, the method using a plurality of support members for stabilizing the medical instrument, each support member comprising an instrument end and a patient end and an elongate support member body extending therebetween, the method comprising: independently coupling the instrument end of each of the plurality of support members to the medical instrument; and independently attaching the patient end of each of the plurality of support members to a surface of the patient's body for stabilizing the medical instrument. | 12-04-2008 |
| 20080306447 | Systems and methods employing a bite block insert for positioning and stabilizing external instruments deployed within the body - Systems and methods are provided for positioning and stabilizing an external instrument during insertion of the instrument through the oral cavity (e.g., insertion of a catheter through the oral cavity and into the esophagus or cardia for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)). The systems and methods provide a gripping tool for association with a bite block, capable of selectively moving between an open position in which the instrument may be inserted or removed, and a closed position in which the external instrument is held in a fixed position. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20080319397 | Holder for a stomach insert feeder tube - A holder for receiving a stomach insert feeding tube therein for use in the gastronomical feeding of a patient. The feeding tube holder includes a substantially donut-shaped housing having a passageway for receiving the feeding tube therethrough. The donut-shaped housing includes a channel connected to the passageway for allowing the removal of the feeding tube holder without the need for removing the feeding tube from the stomach wall of the patient. The donut-shaped housing also includes an outer flange member for contacting a pad positioned on the stomach surface of the patient. Additionally, the donut-shaped housing further includes an exterior circular side wall and an interior circular side wall being connected to each other by a top wall member. The exterior side wall has a greater height than the interior side wall; and the interior side wall is used for maintaining the passageway at an elevated position spaced above the stomach surface for maintaining the feeding tube at a fixed position above the stomach surface. | 12-25-2008 |
| 20090012477 | Conical laparoscopic apparatus for minimally invasive surgery - A single body port or body flange access device having an oval shape and associated stabilizer anchor for performing laparoscopic surgery is disclosed. The device is slipped into the body anchor stabilizer first so that the anchor stabilizer lifts up fat and peritoneum inside the body thereby keeping the operating area clear and acting to hold the body flange in place. The device further has a plurality of crisscrossing conduits assuming the shape of a cone through which surgical instruments may be inserted. The instruments are manipulated so that triangulation is obtained using one patient body flange while standard surgical procedures are performed on the patient. Due the oval shape of the device, the device minimally rotates while instruments are manipulated. | 01-08-2009 |
| 20090036835 | CATHETER SECUREMENT DEVICE - A catheter securement device holds a medical article such as a catheter hub or a connector fitting in position upon the body of a patient and at least inhibits longitudinal movement of the medical article. The securement device includes a retainer and at least one anchor pad. The retainer forms a central channel into which at least a portion of the medical article is inserted. The retainer includes at least one abutment that can abut against a contact point or surface on the medical article. The abutment, in conjunction with a second abutment and/or a tapering shape of the central channel, inhibits motion of the medical article in proximal and distal directions through the central channel. For this purpose, the abutment surface(s) can lie either within or outside the channel. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090043260 | CATHETER ANCHORING SYSTEM - A catheter anchoring system is provided to securely anchor to a patient's skin a catheter and fluid supply tube interconnection. The anchoring system comprises a retainer configured to receive a catheter adaptor in a variety of positions. The adaptor interconnects the catheter and the fluid supply tube. In one embodiment the adaptor has a radial recess that circumscribes the adaptor. The anchoring system additionally includes a flexible, adhesive anchor pad which can supports a tube clip, as well as the retainer. The retainer includes a channel that is configured to receive the adaptor in a snap-fit manner. The retainer also includes a plurality of laterally arranged projections that extend from a channel wall and into a channel. Each radial recess is sized to receive and to capture at least a portion of the projection of the retainer so as to inhibit the adaptor from moving within the channel. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20090048563 | Ventilated Skin Mountable Device - A medical device is provided comprising a transcutaneous device unit and a process unit. The transcutaneous device unit is adapted to be mounted to a skin surface of a subject and comprises a first housing, a transcutaneous device, and may comprise a flexible patch portion with an upper surface and a lower mounting surface adapted for application to the skin of a subject. The process unit comprises a second housing with a lower surface and a process assembly. The first and second housings are adapted to be secured to each other in such a way that the lower surface of the second housing is allowed to move freely relative to at least a portion of the underlying skin surface or patch. In this way a relatively flexible patch portion can adapt to the skin surface to which it is mounted both statically and dynamically without being restricted in its movements by the normally much stiffer process unit. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090093766 | MEDICAL ANCHORING SYSTEM - An anchoring system for an elongated medical article comprises an anchor pad and a retainer mounted upon the anchor pad. The retainer includes a base, a cover, and a compressible member including a receptacle into which the medical article to be retained is placed. When the cover is closed, the medical article is secured within the receptacle by the pressure of the compressible member and the cover upon the medical article. One or more biasing members act upon the compressible member to increase the frictional forces acting on the retained section of the medical article. The receptacle may form a channel that follows a curved path through the retainer. The retainer may also include guide extensions to support the medical article along a transverse bend toward the skin of the patient. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090105655 | ACCESS PORT USING SHAPE ALTERING ANCHOR - The present disclosure provides access ports for use in surgery. The access ports possess a distal end which adopts an alternate shape upon the application of energy, thereby securing the access port to tissue. Alternatively, the access port may have barbs on a surface thereof which are formed upon the application of energy, thereby securing the access port to tissue. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090105656 | Medical appliance stabilization device and method for using same - Systems and methods for achieving stabilization of medical devices, both invasive and non-invasive, are provided for human and veterinary subjects. The stabilization device comprises a platform for being positioned on a body part, a hooking apparatus positioned within an inner surface of the platform, and at least one securing strap attached to the platform. The durable stabilization device can be rapidly deployed under sterile and field emergency conditions to provide a high level of stability to medical appliances, and is easily removable from a body part of a subject without causing discomfort or damage to the integument or other tissues. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090105657 | Connector to cassette interface system - The disclosed connector to cassette interface system includes a set of individual keyed connectors having a shroud on the lower portion. The perimeter of each shroud includes an array of tabs or protrusions keyed to one of a corresponding array of skirted portals in the cassette cover. The tabs or protrusions on the shroud portion of each individual keyed connector may further serve to prevent rotation of each connector beyond about 60°. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20090192467 | Access Port - An access port for enabling passage of a conduit through a partition wall, said port comprising three portions, a sleeve portion surrounding an aperture for receiving a conduit there through, a flange portion for attachment to the partition wall, said flange portion encircles the sleeve portion and has a greater diameter than the sleeve portion, and a membrane portion connecting the flange portion and the sleeve portion. The port may be suitable for, in a leak-proof manner, passing a catheter or drain tube through the wall of a medical device such as a wound care device or a drainage bag. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090192468 | SOFT TISSUE CONDUIT DEVICE AND METHOD - A method of conducting biological materials in soft tissue includes inserting an elongated conduit device into the soft tissue and through a defect in the soft tissue, and conducting biological materials along at least one longitudinal channel defined on an outer surface of the conduit device into the soft tissue. The conduit device is externally threaded. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090209917 | ASPIRATOR FOR PNEUMOSTOMA MANAGEMENT - A pneumostoma management system includes a pneumostoma management device for maintaining the patency of a pneumostoma while controlling the flow of material through the pneumostoma and a pneumostoma aspirator for pneumostoma care. The pneumostoma aspirator includes a bulb or syringe for applying positive or negative pressure, a tube for entering the pneumostoma and a limiting device for limiting the depth of insertion of the tube into a pneumostoma. The pneumostoma aspirator may also be used to introduce irrigation fluid into the pneumostoma and/or remove irrigation fluid and discharge from the pneumostoma. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090234295 | Suture Securement Apparatus - A suture securement apparatus for selectively securing one or more ends of a suture while allowing adjustments in the tension or a full release of the sutures intermittently after a prolonged period of time. The suture securement apparatus can be particularly adapted for use with a purse-string suture to close a percutaneous catheter insertion site without causing puckering or distortion of the skin at the purse string suture site. The suture securement apparatus allows for subsequent modification of the amount of tensioning or full release of the sutures at the catheter insertion site. A threading assembly for use with the suture securement apparatus and being adapted to facilitate threading of sutures along the length of the suture securement apparatus. An adhesive suture securement device to provide securing sutures to be utilized with a suture securement apparatus. An adhesive securement device to provide a cradle configured to secure a hub of a catheter or other medical instrument or device. | 09-17-2009 |
| 20090254039 | Designer accessory for use with an intracorporeal medical device - A removable cover for an intracorporeal medical device is provided. The removable cover is adapted to surround the tether so that the tether of the intracorporeal medical device is not exposed to the outside environment after insertion of the tether into the central opening of the medical device in order to desirably decrease the prevalence of bacteria within and about the central opening. The removable image may also, desirably, include images thereon which encourage the use of the intracorporeal medical device by patients. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090259187 | Portkatheter - A port catheter for introducing a fluid into a hollow organ of a human or animal body includes a port unit implantable into the human or animal body, which port unit includes an interior chamber, to which the fluid to be introduced into the hollow organ of the human or animal body can be supplied. The port catheter further includes a tube connected to the port unit, which tube includes an inner channel through which fluid can be conducted into the hollow organ. The port catheter further includes a grip piece connected to the port unit and removable from it, for the manipulation of the port unit during the implantation of the port catheter into the human or animal body. | 10-15-2009 |
| 20090259188 | DIALYSIS CATHETER ANCHORING SYSTEM - An anchoring system for securing a dialysis catheter to a patient comprises an anchor pad and a retainer. The anchor pad is attached to the skin of the patient by an adhesive layer on one side of the pad. The retainer is disposed upon the surface of the anchor pad opposite the adhesive layer and includes a base and a cover and a adhesive spot. A groove upon the base is arranged to receive a Y-site portion of a dialysis catheter where the lumens merge distal to the insertion site. A post also protrudes from the base to the cover at a position which will be disposed between the two distal branches of the dialysis catheter. The cover closes over the base, securing the Y-site between the groove and the post. Closing the cover also places at least a portion of the catheter in contact with the adhesive spot. This contact between the retainer, adhesive spot and catheter thereby inhibits inadvertent motion of the catheter upon the patient. A latch mechanism is disposed upon the retainer to maintain the cover in a closed position over the Y-site of the catheter on the base. | 10-15-2009 |
| 20090287155 | FIXATION APPARATUS FOR A MEDICAL DEVICE - A fixation apparatus for attaching a medical device to a patient includes an attachment feature attached to the medical device and configured to cooperate with one or more surgical staples to facilitate stapling of the medical device to the patient. The attachment feature includes a staple receiving portion including two ends, each of which has a staple retaining end disposed adjacent thereto. The staple receiving portion is configured to receive surgical staples, and the staple retaining ends are configured to inhibit the staple receiving portion from dislodging from the surgical staples. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090287156 | Fixture for Mounting a Gastrostomy Tube on a Base, and Gastrostomy Button - Fixture for mounting a gastrostomy tube ( | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090318871 | MITRAL VALVE REPAIR SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USE - The present invention is directed to various systems for repairing tissue within the heart of a patient. The mitral valve repair system of the present invention comprises a guide catheter having a proximal end, a distal end, and at least one internal lumen formed therein, a therapy catheter capable of applying a suture to the tissue, and a fastener catheter capable of attaching a fastener to the suture. The therapy catheter and the fastener catheter are capable of traversing the internal lumen of the guide catheter. In addition, the present invention discloses various methods for repairing tissue within the heart of a patient. In one embodiment, the method of repairing heart valve tissue includes advancing a guide catheter through a circulatory pathway to a location in the heart proximate to a heart valve, advancing a therapy catheter through the guide catheter to the heart valve, stabilizing a first leaflet with the therapy catheter, deploying a first suture into the stabilized first leaflet, disengaging the first leaflet from the therapy catheter while leaving the first suture attached thereto, stabilizing a second leaflet with the therapy catheter, deploying a second suture into the second leaflet, disengaging the second leaflet from the therapy catheter while leaving the second suture attached thereto, and joining the first and second leaflets by reducing the distance between the first and second sutures. | 12-24-2009 |
| 20100010448 | ANCHOR ASSEMBLY - An anchor assembly is used with a medical device to engage the medical device against a body wall. The anchor assembly includes a pivotable anchor and a filament. The anchor is seated in a longitudinal orientation within a recessed channel located at the distal end of the medical device. Pulling on a proximal free end of the filament causes the anchor to pivot from a longitudinal orientation to a perpendicular orientation. The anchor in the perpendicular orientation engages against a body wall to immobilize the medical device. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100016801 | Anchor Systems and Methods - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a medical instrument (such as a catheter or the like) and secures the instrument in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some circumstances, the anchor device may allow the anchor device to be used after medical instrument is already in place without the need for a second penetration point for the anchor device. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100042051 | System and Method for Holding a Catheter Near a Patient's Body - The disclosure describes a system and method for use by a catheterized patient. A catheter having a first end inside a body of the patient passes through a stoma and terminates outside the patient. The disclosure also depicts a shirt having a pocket and an aperture positioned at a location between an area of a stoma (when the shirt is in the worn position) and the pocket cooperate to retain the terminus of the catheter. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100145279 | SELF-SUTURING CATHETER SYSTEM - An improved catheter-over-needle system having a hub including a self-suturing mechanism comprising a circular needle rotatably slidable in a circular groove in the hub. The needle is sharpened to a point at an end and preferably is also formed into a tang for use as a handle. The hub is flattened on a side to be adjacent to the skin, defining a hub flat thus truncating the groove through, for example 60° thereof. After the catheter is positioned in the blood vessel, the flat is pressed against the skin. The circular needle is rotated through an angle such that the circular needle passes through a portion of the skin, thereby “self-suturing” the hub to the skin of the patient. The hub is thus firmly attached to the patient, and no separate suturing is required. De-suturing of the catheter requires only reverse rotation of the circular needle. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100145280 | Catheter clip for securing a catheter hub to a patient - A spring-loaded clip for removably attaching a catheter hub to the skin of a patient. The clip includes first and second needle members pivotably connected on a common axis and closable with their respective arcuate needle elements interlocked within the skin of a patient. A bias spring urges the first and second needle elements into a preferred position, preferably the closed position. Each needle member includes a lever for use in opening and closing the clip and also includes a grasping element for capturing a catheter hub as the clip closes. Preferably, the needle elements are curved through about 120°, are sharpened to a point at a first end, and are joined to a pivot element at the opposite end. No separate conventional suturing of a catheter hub to a patient is required. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100191190 | BODY LINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A body line management system, including methods and apparatuses for a patient dressing which includes retention wheels, about which IV, catheter, monitoring lines, biofeedback lines, or similar lines can be wrapped to secure the lines from unintentional disruption or dislodgment while permitting a practitioner to check the line as necessary. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100204656 | SYSTEM FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a catheter (or other medical instrument) and secures the catheter in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some embodiments, the anchor device can secure the catheter in an operative position relative to the skin without the use of sutures or skin tapes. In particular embodiments, the anchor device can be adjusted to a folded condition so that subcutaneous anchors are partially rotated prior to removal from the skin penetration point. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100217196 | CATHETER SYSTEMS HAVING FLOW RESTRICTORS - Infusion catheter systems and methods are described herein that incorporate flow restrictors to balance flow to multiple target sites serviced by delivery catheters. Fluids may be delivered to the target sites using multiple separate delivery catheters or through multiple separate lumens located in the same delivery catheter. Flow balancing may be performed between multiple catheters that are fed from a single fluid source, between multiple separate lumens in a single delivery catheter that are also fed from a single fluid source. Multiple catheters may be fluidly connected to one or more flow restrictors housed within an anchor or in another embodiment, a catheter may be fluidly connected to a restrictor housed in one anchor and another catheter fluidly connected to a second anchor wherein each of the restrictors is also fluidly connected to a single fluid source. Two or more anchors may be fed from a single source, with each anchor containing one or more flow restrictors that feed one, two or more delivery catheters that are attached to each of the anchors (i.e., each anchor may be attached to one, two, three, or more delivery catheters). | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100217197 | System and methods employing a bite block insert for positioning and stabilizing external instruments deployed within the body - Systems and methods are provided for positioning and stabilizing an external instrument during insertion of the instrument through the oral cavity (e.g., insertion of a catheter through the oral cavity and into the esophagus or cardia for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)). The systems and methods provide a gripping tool for association with a bite block, capable of selectively moving between an open position in which the instrument may be inserted or removed, and a closed position in which the external instrument is held in a fixed position. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100222748 | MEDICAL ARTICLE ANCHORING SYSTEM - An anchoring system provides secure attachment between a portion of a medical article and a body of a patient. The anchoring system comprises a securement device and a first fitting attached to the medical article, the first fitting having a first configuration. Embodiments of the anchoring system also comprise a second fitting attached to the medical article. The second fitting has a second configuration that differs from the first. The securement device includes a mounting surface for attaching the securement device to the patient's body and a receiving area. The receiving area is oriented so as to face away from the patient's body, and includes retainer mechanisms that are capable of engaging one or both of the first and second fittings, which have different configurations. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100280459 | Medical Tube Support and Method of Use of Same - The medical tube support disclosed herein acts as a stabilizer for various types of medical tubing. The invention is designed to attach the tubing to the patient's clothing or bedding to help maintain the integrity of medical access lines and to help alleviate patient discomfort. The invention is also useful for preventing inadvertent pulling of lines at entrance sites, site irritation from gravitational pull and the unintentional entanglement of the tubing. The innovative clip disclosed herein can be used in conjunction with any medical tubing such as gastronomy lines, nasogastric tubing, oxygen lines, various intravenous lines and even suprapublic lines. Patients find the device eases irritation by stabilizing the tubing and eliminates pulling. Medical staff will employ this product to decrease the instances of tangled lines and to reduce the occurrences of misplacement or dislodgment. The design allows for a patient or medical provider to easily wrap the tubular coil mounted at the top of the clip around the medical tubing anywhere near a patient's clothing and to secure the clip portion to said clothing or nearby bedding. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100292648 | Device and method for delivering or withdrawing a substance through the skin - An apparatus for delivering or withdrawing a fluid through at least one layer of the skin is provided. A device includes a body having a top face, a bottom face, a side edge and at least one channel. The bottom face includes a first surface area and a second surface area adjacent to and recessed at a first distance from the first surface area. The bottom face further includes at least one raised protrusion disposed on the second surface area. The protrusion has a height from the first surface greater than the first distance. At least one dermal-access member is provided in the protrusion and is in fluid communication with the channel to deliver or withdraw the fluid. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20100298777 | IV INFUSION SYSTEM - A modular catheterization system includes a catheter retainer having an integral y-site lumen, and a secondary retainer for retaining an additional component in close proximity to the catheterization system. The y-site lumen comprises two fluid paths, where fluid flow through one of the paths is obstructed when no additional component is integrated into the catheterization system. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20100318034 | DEVICE FOR INTRAOCULAR ADMINISTRATION OF A SUBSTANCE, FOR EXAMPLE A MEDICATION, INTO A HUMAN OR ANIMAL EYE BY MEANS OF A HYPODERMIC NEEDLE. - The invention relates to a device for intraocular administration of a substance, for example a medication, into a human or animal eye by means of a hypodermic needle. Until recently, intravitreal or intraocular injections, by which a substance, and more in particular a medication, is injected into a human or animal eye by means of a hypodermic needle, were only used in exceptional cases. Especially in the treatment of endophtalmitis, an infrequently occurring intraocular inflammation of the eye, antibiotics are often administered intravitreally. The object of the invention is to provide a tool which makes it possible, using one instrument, to keep the eye stationary and at the same time facilitate giving the injection, which will be carried out under identical, reproducible circumstances at all times in that case. According to the invention, the device is characterised in that it comprises a support element to be placed on the eye as well as directing means for orienting the hypodermic needle relative to the eye. Thus it is possible to carry out such eye treatments in an identical, reproducible manner, thereby preventing all kinds of traumas to the eye—resulting from undesirable incorrect insertion of the hypodermic needle—and the associated inconvenience to the patient. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100324491 | SECUREMENT DEVICE - A securement device holds a medical article such as a catheter hub in position upon the body of a patient and at least inhibits longitudinal movement of the medical article. The securement device includes a retainer and at least one anchor pad. The retainer includes a metallic insert having barbs or teeth extending into a central channel. The metallic barbs or teeth dig into the retained catheter hub. The metal insert springs open as the hub is inserted in to the device and retains the hub by virtue of its metallic barbs. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20110034877 | Pouch for Containing Medical Connector Fittings - An apparatus for containing a medical connector fitting used, in administering a medication about the neck of a patient. In an embodiment, a pouch is constructed of a soft compliant material and includes a compartment for storing the medical connector fitting. Furthermore, a pair of straps extend from the pouch and extend around the neck of the patient. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110054407 | SYSTEM INCLUDING ACCESS PORT AND APPLICATOR TOOL - The present invention provides a system for attaching a fluid access port to a patient. The system generally comprises an implantable access port and a tool for attaching an access port to a patient. The implantable access port may include a plurality of anchor assemblies composed of two different materials. In addition, a mesh member may be attached to the base of the access port to facilitate implantation of the access port into a patient's body. The tool may have a rotatable actuator head, and may engage the access port in various orientations. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110087171 | METHOD AND APPARATUS TO SECURE LIFE SUPPORT LINES TO AN INFANT DURING NEONATAL CARE - This invention is directed to a method for affixing an apparatus to a parent to allow skin-to-skin contact with an infant connected to medical tubing. The method includes placement of medical tubes and/or sensors into a two-part clip on the apparatus having a first clip portion and a corresponding second clip portion—both connected through a spring action hinge. A locking means on the first clip portion next affixes to the second clip portion to ensure the medical tubing does not become dislodged. After ensuring there are no kinks or bends in the medical tubing, a fastening means (for example, a flat panel with an adhesive layer) attached to the apparatus is positioned proximate to the parent's chest (or article of clothing) and then affixed. A rotating means (between the two-part clip and fastening means) can be used to rotate the apparatus to ensure the comfort of the neonatal infant. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110098652 | Moulded Connection between Cannula and Delivery Part - The invention relates to a fluid connection ( | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110098653 | CONNECTOR SYSTEM FOR A PROXIMALLY TRIMMABLE CATHETER - A catheter connector system for a subcutaneously placed catheter and method of attaching a catheter to extracorporeal medical equipment. The catheter connector system and method enables proximal trimming of the placed catheter and facilitates precise positioning of both distal and proximal ends of a catheter. The method includes sliding a boot and dilator combination over a portion of a catheter extending from a venipuncture site until a distal end of the boot is positioned in the venipuncture site, removing the dilator from the boot, and trimming a portion of the catheter extending from a proximal end of the boot. A bifurcation assembly may be attached to the proximal end of the boot following trimming of the catheter. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110106013 | DUAL CANNULA SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PARTIAL THICKNESS ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR - A method and system is provided for passing a suture anchor through a soft tissue and into a bone. The method includes the steps of locating a desired anchor receiving site on the bone; passing a locating wire through the soft tissue and into the bone at the anchor receiving site and passing over the locating wire an inner/outer cannula system which includes an inner cannula having a sharp distal tip, and an axial lumen therethrough sized to accommodate the positioning wire and an outer cannula having a distal end, and an axial lumen therethrough sized to accommodate the inner cannula and coaxially receiving the inner cannula, the distal end being tapered wherein to present a gradually increasing profile and wherein the distal tip of the inner cannula extends distally beyond the end of the distal end of the outer cannula. The sharp distal tip of the inner cannula passes through the soft tissue to create an opening therethrough and the tapered distal end of the outer cannula passes through the opening to expand the opening and minimize removal, cutting and disturbance of the tissue as it passes therethrough. The suture anchor passes through the outer cannula and is driven into the bone at the anchor site. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110112481 | PIVOTING JOINT INFUSION SYSTEM WITH SEAL - An infusion system for delivery of therapeutic fluids from a remote source into a patient's body. The system has an infusion assembly, a rotating pivot joint member, a fluid connector assembly, and a sealing assembly retained within the infusion assembly between the housing of the infusion assembly and the rotating pivot joint member. The seal reduces leakage of fluids. The rotating joint may be pivoted to three distinct positions to allow for emplacement on the patient, delivery of the therapeutic fluid to the patient, and protected, sealed closure of the fluid channels to avoid patient fluid backflow. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110118669 | ENHANCED PNEUMOSTOMA MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE - A partially-implantable pneumostoma management device maintains the patency of a pneumostoma while controlling the flow of material through the pneumostoma. A tube of the pneumostoma management device is placed through the chest wall into the lung. The tube comprises a plurality of holes in the distal end to allow the entry of gases and non-gaseous discharge from the lung. A contact surface prevents over-insertion of the tube while releasably securing the device to the chest of the patient. The contact surface has features to reduce irritation of the skin of the chest. The pneumostoma management device may provide a pharmaceutically active substance selected to maintain the patency of the pneumostoma. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110130722 | INFUSION SET - An infusion set comprises a base member ( | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110172606 | Implantable Retention System and Method - An implantable anchor for anchoring a lead or catheter relative to biological tissue, implantable system including such an anchor and a lead or catheter, and a method of use of such anchor. The anchor comprises a body having a channel adapted to receive a catheter or lead, and a cover mounted on the body for pivoting motion along a lateral axis, that is an axis that extends generally in the lateral direction perpendicular to the catheter or lead, between an open position in which the anchor is adapted to allow a lead or catheter to be placed in or moved along the channel, and a locked position in which the anchor is adapted to retain a lead or catheter within the channel. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110184350 | NEEDLE GUIDE SYSTEM - A needle guide system comprising a needle guide including at least one wall defining an internal cavity and an outside of the needle guide. A lock is connected to the needle guide. The lock is movable between a first and a second position. A needle is disposed in the internal cavity of the needle guide, the needle having a long axis and a tip. The needle is movable along the long axis with respect to the needle guide when the lock is in the first position and the needle is locked to the needle guide and the tip extends beyond the wall of the needle guide when the lock is in the second position. Visual indicia on the lock may indicate whether the lock is in the first or the second position. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110230841 | User wearable device for carrying peritoneal dialysis catheter - My invention discloses an easily wearable catheter. A housing secures the components of the catheter, i.e. the valve, the removable cap, the twist valve, and the hose, to the user by means of an attachment. The present invention relates generally to continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis methods and systems and, more particularly, to a user-wearable catheter housing which does not require any tape, belt or other bulky retainer to keep the catheter attached to the user. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110264049 | STABILIZATION DEVICE - A method and apparatus are disclosed for a stabilization device for maintaining a position of a medical device relative to a body surface of a patient. The stabilization device comprises a support portion that defines a groove for receiving the medical device. The groove is structured to allow for positioning of the medical device at a plurality of angles relative to the body surface of the patient. The groove has opposing wall portions for securing the medical device. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110282290 | APPARATUS FOR UMBILICAL CATHETER - A medical catheter or tube clamp or support structure that is secured to an infant and holds a medical tube in place to prevent the tube from pistoning (axially moving within the infant relative to the entry point). In one embodiment, the medical tube claim comprises a catheter securing system that further includes a base that further includes at least one base member, a tube support member integrally formed with at least one base member that allows the tube to be inserted into an umbilical cord or stub in a relationally secure manner to prevent the tube from pistoning within an infant, and at one least channel for receiving a tube or catheter of a specified size and for securely the tube or catheter. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110288486 | SITE GUARD FOR INTRAVENOUS SITES AND OTHER SENSITIVE AREAS - A multipurpose site guard for use at all peripheral and central venipuncture infusion sites, sensitive areas, and for pediatric and adult patients. The guard is a hollow plastic member with a base and a sidewall that forms a cover over the site. Improvements to this invention include holding the guard in place with a fabric connector having closure means, cushioning the guard's base with a soft material, and a hole disposed in the hollow member for providing access to the site. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110288487 | UNIVERSAL CATHETER SECUREMENT DEVICE - A universal securing device for holding catheters of various shapes and sizes and the like in place includes a base and cover. The cover may be connected to the base by a hinge which allows the cover to be lifted open or pushed down into a closed position, over a catheter fitting. The base may have locating elements configured and arranged to fit around catheter fittings of various sizes, and the locating elements prevent substantial movement of a catheter fitting and catheter in various dimensions. The cover may include capture elements which act to grip and compress the catheter fitting when the securing device is in a closed position, thus preventing substantial movement of a catheter fitting and catheter in various dimensions. The base may be attached to a patient with an adhesive pad attached to the bottom surface of the base. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110306934 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING A CONVECTION-ENHANCED DELIVERY DEVICE - A delivery device system is provided for assisting a patient and physician in maintaining a depth and position of an inserted catheter within a target tissue. The delivery device includes a base member that is secured to an external surface of the patient. The base member includes an aperture through which a catheter is inserted to access the target tissue. The base member further includes a hinged clip that selectively locks into a closed position to secure the catheter within the delivery device and maintain a desired insertion depth of the catheter within the target tissue. The base member further includes a receiving channel for compatibly and adjustably securing an adapter portion of the catheter in a horizontal orientation. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110306935 | SELF-SEALING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DELIVERY OF A THERAPEUTIC AGENT THROUGH A PNEUMOSTOMA - A pneumostoma management system includes a pneumostoma management device for maintaining the patency of a pneumostoma and a drug delivery device for pneumostoma care. The drug delivery device may be used to introduce therapeutic agents into the pneumostoma for direct treatment of the pneumostoma, treatment of the lung by way of collateral ventilation, and/or treatment of non-lung tissues by diffusion into the bloodstream. The drug delivery device includes a therapeutic agent dispenser for supplying a therapeutic agent and a propellant at positive pressure, an outlet and a connector for correctly positioning the outlet relative to a pneumostoma management device. The drug delivery device includes a self-centering and self-sealing connector for engaging the pneumostoma management device. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20120004615 | Bandage - A bandage for covering a body opening from which a conduit, not belonging to the body, projects, has a first support with a first slit beginning at an edge of the support and extending toward a center of the first support, wherein the first slit defines a first support half and a second support half on opposed sides of the first slit. A first flat absorbent core is disposed on the first support half; a second flat absorbent core is disposed on the second support half. The first and second absorbent cores are positioned in parallel orientation relative to the first slit, respectively. The first slit has an end remote from the edge of the first support; the end of the first slit is provided with a widened portion. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120016310 | MEDICAL TUBING STABILIZER - In various embodiments of the invention, a system and dynamic device are provided to create stability of tube placement in medical and other applications. The described systems and principles also apply in other environments outside of medicine and healthcare. The described medical tubing stabilizer adheres to the tubing itself providing handles or anchors to prevent stitch slippage and to prevent the tubing from falling out in any situation that requires a semi or permanent tubing placement. The device also aides in stabilizing the tubing in the wound site, and thus maximizes placement in its intended area of effect (e.g., in the body cavity, in a medical context). These stabilizing effects substantially minimize slippage of stitching holding the tubing in place to prevent the tubing from falling out or becoming dislodged or displace, thus preventing irritation and damage to the skin around the wound site, infection, seroma, edema and morbidity in a medical context. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120078190 | GARMENT FOR SECURING AN EXTERNAL PORTION OF A CATHETER - A garment includes a vertical opening and a transverse flap on the front panel thereof for securing an external portion of a central line or catheter having at least two distal lumens or branches. The external portion of the catheter extends through a gap between a pair fasteners of the vertical opening. In order to secure the catheter, the flap includes a stopper that is fastened to front panel such that the stopper is located between the distal branches of the catheter. If one or both of the distal branches are pulled or tugged, a junction or transition area of the catheter is pressed against the stopper and limits further motion of the catheter to prevent dislodgement thereof. The flap further includes a series of fasteners for releasably coupling a free edge thereof onto the front panel to house the external portion of the catheter under the closed flap. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120116315 | VASCULAR ACCESS PORT AND CATHETER - A vascular access port and catheter for use in association with same. The port has a length greater than its height and an access face that is angled with respect to the longitudinal axis of the port. The catheter has a first end for association with a port, and a second end with an angled intra-vascular flange. Apart from the flange is an extra-vascular retaining ring. The wall of the vessel is disposed between the intra vascular flange and extra vascular retaining ring to hold the catheter in place without the need of sutures. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120136313 | ANATOMICALLY ENGINEERED CONFIGURED ARTICLE - An engineered designed article providing multi-directional support. Portions of three or more overlapping, circular-like bodies are integrated on a flexible planar membrane into products, such as bandages, headgear, tool handles, lumbar pillows, backpacks, cervical supports, and back supports, to offer a multi-directional, (360° quadrant) support or pressure-concentrating area, to enhance specific support at the medial, lateral, inferior and/or superior part of a body part. The article can be made of material that is waterproof, acts as a shock absorber, and provides multi-directional support. Medicaments can be infused into the pressure-concentrating area of the support or into the membrane itself. An aperture for accepting IV needles is also provided. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120136314 | ANCHORING SYSTEM FOR A MEDICAL ARTICLE - An anchoring system ( | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120143139 | AGENT DELIVERY CATHETER HAVING A RADIALLY EXPANDABLE CENTERING SUPPORT MEMBER - A catheter for delivering an agent to an injection site in a wall of a patient's body lumen, with an elongated shaft having a needle-through lumen slidably containing a needle therein, and an expandable member on the distal shaft section which has a collapsed configuration and a radially expanded configuration. In the radially expanded configuration, the expandable member supports the shaft in a position spaced away from the body lumen wall, and the needle slidably exits the needle-through lumen in the extended configuration through the port spaced away from the body lumen wall as a portion of the expandable member maintains the position of the port section of the shaft in the body lumen. The expandable member typically has an open-walled, helical, or lobed configuration providing a perfusion path along the expandable member. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120143140 | MEDICAL ARTICLE ANCHORING SYSTEM - An anchoring system provides secure attachment between a portion of a medical article and a body of a patient. The anchoring system comprises a securement device and a first fitting attached to the medical article, the first fitting having a first configuration. Embodiments of the anchoring system also comprise a second fitting attached to the medical article. The second fitting has a second configuration that differs from the first. The securement device includes a mounting surface for attaching the securement device to the patient's body and a receiving area. The receiving area is oriented so as to face away from the patient's body, and includes retainer mechanisms that are capable of engaging one or both of the first and second fittings, which have different configurations. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120184915 | DIALYSIS CATHETER ANCHORING SYSTEM - An anchoring system for securing a dialysis catheter to a patient comprises an anchor pad and retainer. The anchor pad is attached to the skin of the patient by an adhesive layer on one side of the pad. The retainer is disposed upon the surface of the anchor pad opposite the adhesive layer and includes a base, a cover, and an adhesive spot. A groove upon the base is arranged to receive a Y-site portion of a dialysis catheter. A post also protrudes from the base to the cover at a position which will be disposed between the two distal branches of the dialysis catheter. The cover closes over the base, securing the Y-site between the groove and the post. Closing the cover places the catheter in contact with the adhesive spot. This contact between the retainer, adhesive spot and catheter inhibits inadvertent motion of the catheter. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120197202 | UNIVERSAL CATHETER SECUREMENT DEVICE - A universal device for securing a catheter on a patient includes a base which optionally has one or more locating elements for positioning or securing a catheter or catheter fitting of various shapes or sizes. The base optionally includes a recessed or flat receiving area defined by locating elements arranged to hold or receive a catheter or catheter fitting. Additional locating elements may be positioned elsewhere for receiving or holding a flange or wing of a catheter fitting. A cover is removably or permanently connected to the base and may optionally have one or more top openings for receiving tabs or extensions of a catheter fitting. The cover may optionally include one or more capture ridges for restraining a catheter or catheter fitting of various shapes or sizes on the base or on the retention plate. The cover may also include one or more tabs or contact bars. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120197203 | BODY LINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A body line management system, including methods and apparatuses for a patient dressing which includes retention wheels, about which IV, catheter, monitoring lines, biofeedback lines, or similar lines can be wrapped to secure the lines from unintentional disruption or dislodgment while permitting a practitioner to check the line as necessary. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120215173 | VENIPUNCTURE BASE PLATE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A venipuncture base plate assembly includes an adapter and a patient interface platform. The adapter has a substantially flat retention clip and a platform coupled to the retention clip with two or more posts mounted on it. The patient interface platform includes a base pad having a bottom surface coated with an adhesive substance and a base unit coupled to the base pad. The base unit includes a base plate and a retainer mounted on the base plate that supports the adapter at two or more variable angles relative to the base plate. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120232487 | Directional Anchoring Mechanism, Method And Applications Thereof - An anchoring mechanism and method for anchoring a device within a biological conduit include an expandable element configured for retaining the device at a desired angle relative to a central axis of the biological conduit. A steering mechanism is preferably provided for orienting the device prior to operation of the anchoring mechanism. The anchoring mechanism and method are employed in drug delivery devices, brachytherapy devices or for anchoring a catheter or sheath to provide a working channel for reliable guidance of a wide range of tools to a target location within the body. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20120271237 | ANCHORING SYSTEM - A retainer comprises a first member and a second member. The first member can define at least a portion of a channel. The channel can have a longitudinal axis and be configured to receive at least a portion of a medical article. The second member can be moveable with respect to the first member, between locked and unlocked positions. The second member can contact the portion of the medical article received by the channel at least when in the locked position so as to inhibit longitudinal movement of the medical article relative to the retainer. | 10-25-2012 |
| 20120296283 | Gastric Insertion Confirmation Device and Related Methods Therefor - A confirmation device. The device includes a housing having a central passageway and a secondary passageway extending from the central passageway. The device also has a negative pressure member in communication with the secondary passageway and an indicator mechanism in fluid communication with the secondary passageway for visually indicating the presence of one or more components within the secondary passageway. The negative pressure member is operable to draw fluid across the indicator mechanism. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20120302962 | Tube for the enteral feeding of a patient - A tube unit for the enteral feeding of a patient, with a tube segment that extends along at least a segment of the axial direction (S) and a retention device on the distal end of the tube segment, which extends in at least one direction radially to axial direction (S) beyond the distal end of the tube segment in an extended position and which has a smaller diameter in an elongated position, in which the retention device is elongated along axial direction (S). The retention device moves from an extended position into the elongated position is supported by a control device. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20130018319 | CATHETER FIXING DEVICEAANM Abe; KazuhiroAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Abe; Kazuhiro Shizuoka JPAANM Koike; KazuhiroAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Koike; Kazuhiro Shizuoka JPAANM Makino; MasanoriAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Makino; Masanori Shizuoka JPAANM Akaike; YoshimiAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Akaike; Yoshimi Shizuoka JPAANM Kanie; NobuatsuAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Kanie; Nobuatsu Shizuoka JPAANM Mizoguchi; MasatoAACI ShizuokaAACO JPAAGP Mizoguchi; Masato Shizuoka JP - The present invention relates to a fixing device ( | 01-17-2013 |
| 20130046242 | Infusion tubing support clip - One end of a length of fabric material is folded under and then over itself in forming a pair of loops, in one of which a ring is captured and through the other which an infusion tubing of a central venous catheter is captured, with the other end of the length of fabric material being coupled with a spring loaded clip securing the fabric material and infusion tubing to the clothing of a patient undergoing a medical infusion treatment. | 02-21-2013 |
| 20130072875 | SYSTEM FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a catheter (or other medical instrument) and secures the catheter in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some embodiments, the anchor device can secure the catheter in an operative position relative to the skin without the use of sutures or skin tapes. In particular embodiments, the anchor device can be adjusted to a folded condition so that subcutaneous anchors are partially rotated prior to removal from the skin penetration point. | 03-21-2013 |
| 20130079721 | CATHETER FIXATION DEVICE - The present disclosure pertains to a fixing tool for holding a tubular catheter fixed in relation to the skin of a patient. This catheter fixing tool is equipped with a plate-shaped fixing tool main body and a securing member. The fixing tool main body has a retaining part, defining a catheter retaining slot, and a pair of wing pieces. The securing member can be interlocked with the fixing tool main body by rotating the securing member in a direction parallel to a principal surface of the fixing tool main body taking a virtual line perpendicular to the principal surface as the central axis C | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130079722 | CATHETER FIXATION DEVICE - The present disclosure relates to a fixture | 03-28-2013 |
| 20130085451 | PLASMA-TREATED DIALYSIS CATHETER CUFF - A catheter is disclosed. The catheter includes an elongated tubular body defining a longitudinal axis and extending to a distal end thereof, the tubular body having at least one lumen and a cuff disposed around the tubular body configured to contact tissue, the cuff formed from a plasma-treated material having enhanced tissue ingrowth properties. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130096506 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that secures a medical instrument (such as a catheter or the like) in place relative to a skin penetration point using subcutaneous anchors. In some implementations, the anchor device can be installed using a technique in which the subcutaneous anchors undergo relatively little or no flexing when being inserted through the skin into the subcutaneous region between the skin and underlying muscle tissue which may be occupied by fatty tissue. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130102968 | Intravenous catheter securement device - An intravenous catheter securement device to secure an IV cannula, IV tubing, and attachments in place and to reduce the need for adhesive tape application, including a protective dressing body that secures an intravenous catheter between a cover flap and a lower portion thereof; a continuous pocket disposed between cover flap and the lower portion inner sides for securing a splint for immobilizing an IV site with minimal interference of the dressing body; an opening centrally disposed on the lower portion that serves as a viewing port over an IV site; a vertical slit centrally disposed on the lower portion between the front side and the opening that permits the dressing body to pass either side of a cannula and IV tube; and various attachment strips and tabs that secure an IV line to prevent kinking thereof and to prevent the IV line from weighing down on the cannula. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130131599 | Anchor Systems and Methods - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a medical instrument (such as a catheter or the like) and secures the instrument in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some circumstances, the anchor device may allow the anchor device to be used after medical instrument is already in place without the need for a second penetration point for the anchor device. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130131600 | CATHETER CLAMP - A catheter clamp ( | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130138044 | APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING MEDICAL LINES - An exemplary line holder comprises a sheet having creases that extend between opposing sides and define a plurality of panels. The creases are foldable in alternating opposite directions such that the sheet is foldable along the creases between an open configuration and a pleated configuration. The line holder further comprises aligned groups of holes that are arranged along a direction substantially transverse to the creases, with each aligned group of holes comprising one hole in each of the panels. The line holder further comprises slots, each connecting a pair of the holes and intersecting one of the creases. When the sheet is in the pleated configuration, each aligned group of holes forms a corridor through the panels, and the slots are aligned to form pathways extending from the intersected creases to the corridors, such that medical lines can be inserted into the corridors. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20130150795 | VALVED CONNECTOR - A valved connector configured to control the leakage of bodily fluid from within a patient. The valved connector including a seal positioned within a lumen of the body of the valved connector. The distal end of the valved connector is adapted to permit access to, or coupling of an apparatus. A proximal end is adapted to be threadably coupled to a secondary device. The needless connector valve being configured to be openable by a dilator or post of an apparatus which is connected to the proximal end of the needleless connector. In the event that a luer coupler or other secondary apparatus is not available, a needle, cannula, trocar, or other instrument can be threaded through the main lumen of the valved connector opening the valve and allowing the passage of fluid directly through the needle, trocar, cannula, or other instrument. | 06-13-2013 |
| 20130158483 | DIALYSIS NEEDLE SYSTEM - A needle for the cannulation of a dialysis access graft that is less traumatic to the graft, and less likely to dislodge. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20130165862 | Base For An Enteral Feeding Device - An enteral feeding device having an improved base adapted to be deployed outside the human body and a tube which is adapted to be deployed within a lumen or cavity of the body by insertion through a stoma from outside the body is disclosed. The base of the device has a recess directly surrounding at least a portion of the proximal end of the tube to permit increase air flow and minimize contact with the tissue immediately surrounding the stoma to facilitate tissue wellness and reduce patient side effects due to moisture build-up, skin irritation and granulation of the stoma tissue. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130184647 | CATHETER - The present invention relates to a catheter for realising a volume flow into or out of a human or animal organ, comprising a catheter tube and, at a distance from the distal end of the catheter, an affixing device for mechanically affixing the catheter in the tissue of a human or animal organ. | 07-18-2013 |
| 20130237919 | ASSEMBLY WITH A GUIDE WIRE AND A FIXATOR FOR ATTACHING TO A BLOOD VESSEL - A fixator assembly comprising a fixator for fixing inside a blood vessel, the fixator being able to slide proximally along a guide wire. The assembly comprising means for preventing the fixator from moving distally of the preventing means. A tubular element for introduction into a blood vessel of a person, the tubular element comprising an end opening and a plurality of side openings as well as a transport wire extending from inside the tubular element and to the surroundings thereof through an individual side opening. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130289486 | ENTERAL FEEDING PERCUTANEOUS ACCESS CLIP - Devices for securing open a stoma in the abdomen of a patient are disclosed. Additionally, devices that secure a percutaneously-implanted tube are disclosed. In one embodiment, a helically would wire forms a first coil arrangement inside of the stomach cavity of a patient and a second coil arrangement outside of the body of the patient, the first coil arrangement and second coil arrangement cooperating to squeeze the stomach wall and the abdominal wall into an adjacent position. Methods and other embodiments are disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130289487 | INTEGRATED VASCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEM - An integrated vascular delivery system having a frame configured to receive a catheter insertable in a patient to deliver fluid at an insertion site. The frame includes a first hub, a second hub, and a pair of flexible lateral members extending between the hubs and including a tubular lateral member. The system also includes a fluidic channel that fluidically communicates with the catheter, wherein the fluidic channel passes through the tubular lateral member and at least one of the hubs, and includes a fixed turnabout portion in which fluid flows in a direction different from that within the catheter. The first and second hubs provide anchoring points on the patient distributed around the insertion site and on opposite ends of the catheter, thereby anchoring the frame to the patient and stabilizing the catheter. A method is provided for using an integrated vascular delivery system. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130310752 | VERESS NEEDLE - A Veress needle including a hollow puncturing needle having a distal end portion with a needle tip and a lumen, an insertion member slidably inserted in the lumen, an urging device and a pullout preventing device. The urging device is adapted to urge the insertion member such that, before puncturing is performed by the needle tip and after the puncturing is completed, a distal end portion of the insertion member protrudes from the needle tip, and the distal end portion of the insertion member is retreated to the lumen based on a load of the puncturing upon the puncturing by the needle tip. The pullout preventing device, after the load of the puncturing disappears, prevents the needle tip from being pulled out from a puncturing site in conjunction with protruding movement of the distal end portion of the insertion member from the lumen. | 11-21-2013 |
| 20130317441 | Dressing for an Insertion Site of an Intravascular Infusate - An epidermal dressing includes a fitting that cooperates with a sensor emitting and detecting near infrared signals for monitoring an intravascular infusion. The fitting includes a first arrangement that retains the sensor and a second arrangement that releases the sensor from the first arrangement. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130317442 | Dressing for an Insertion Site of an Intravascular Infusate - An epidermal dressing includes a barrier film and a fitting that cooperates with a sensor emitting and detecting near infrared signals for monitoring an intravascular infusion. The barrier film overlies an epidermal insertion site for a cannula administering the intravascular infusion. The fitting includes a first arrangement that retains the sensor and a second arrangement that releases the sensor from the first arrangement. | 11-28-2013 |
| 20130331792 | DEVICE AND USES THEREOF - The present disclosure provides devices and uses thereof. A devices disclosed herein comprises one or more tips, wherein the one or more tips are designed and constructed to initiate penetration by the device; and one or more protrusions in a region adjacent to each tip. In some embodiments, one or more protrusions can be constructed and arranged so that the required penetration force is reduced as compared with that observed for an otherwise identical device lacking the one or more protrusions. Additionally or alternatively, one or more protrusions can be constructed and arranged such that the required pull-out force is increased as compared with that observed for an otherwise identical device lacking the one or more protrusions. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130338598 | Removal of Cannula Part from Base Part - The invention concerns a base part system for a medication delivery device. The base part system to be combined with a detachable reservoir/delivery part according to the application comprises a plate ( | 12-19-2013 |
| 20140018741 | Feeding Tube Tip Reinforcement - A feeding tube assembly having an improved feeding tube body composed of a tube wall having an external tube surface and an internal tube surface, a proximal end, a distal end separated from the proximal end by a length, and a distal tip region. The internal tube surface defines a feeding passageway extending the proximal end to the distal tip region. The tube body has a first cross-sectional profile from the proximal end to the distal end and at least a second cross-sectional profile from the distal end to the distal tip region. In the first cross-sectional profile, the external tube surface defines an external circumference and the internal tube surface defines a generally non-circular internal perimeter dividing the tube wall into one thin-walled portions and thick-walled portions. In the second cross-section profile, the external tube surface defines an external circumference and the internal tube surface defines an internal circumference. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140031753 | THORACOSTOMY DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Thoracostomy devices and methods of use are provided herein. In some embodiments, a device may include a seal pad, a petroleum jelly augmented material disposed on the seal pad, a slit formed through both the seal pad and the petroleum jelly augmented layer, the slit being configured to receive and overlap at least a portion of a chest tube extending therethrough, and a securement member extending from an edge of the seal pad, the securement member having a surface that is provided with an adhesive, the securement member being configured to wrap around at least a portion of the chest tube to prevent removal of the chest tube from a patient. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140046263 | PROTECTIVE SHOWER GUARD FOR INDWELLING MEDICAL CATHETERS - A novel shower guard for use by a patient having an indwelling catheter is disclosed. The novel shower guard fits over a standard medical dressing and does not require medical staff to apply, but instead may be affixed over the medical catheter by the patient. Once applied, the patient is able to shower without worrying that the incision will become infected. The shower guard is intended as a single-use device, with the patient removing and disposing of the shower guard following use. The shower guard may be used by kidney dialysis patients, chemotherapy patients, and other patients who use temporary or indwelling medical catheters. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140058330 | Dental implant device providing intravascular access - A dental implant device ( | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140058331 | Anchor Systems and Methods - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a medical instrument (such as a catheter or the like) and secures the instrument in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some circumstances, the anchor device may allow the anchor device to be used after medical instrument is already in place without the need for a second penetration point for the anchor device. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20140066856 | MEDICAL ARTICLE SECUREMENT SYSTEMS COMPRISING A BRACKET AND A FLAP - A medical article securement system comprising a bracket and a flap for securing a medical article. The bracket can include a base, and an arm coupled to the base and extending generally parallel to the first major surface of the base. The arm can be spaced a distance from the first major surface of the base to define a channel under the arm that can be dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the medical article. The flap can include a fixed end, and a free end that is movable with respect to the bracket between a first position in which the flap is not positioned over the bracket, and a second position in which at least a portion of the flap is positioned over the bracket to further inhibit movement of the medical article. The fixed end of the flap can be coupled to the bracket. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140107583 | SYSTEM FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a catheter (or other medical instrument) and secures the catheter in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some embodiments, the anchor device can secure the catheter in an operative position relative to the skin without the use of sutures or skin tapes. | 04-17-2014 |
| 20140114256 | System for Umbilical Catheter - A medical catheter or tube clamp or support structure that is secured to an infant and holds a medical tube in place to prevent the tube from pistoning (axially moving within the infant relative to the entry point). In one embodiment, the medical tube claim comprises a catheter securing system that further includes a base that further includes at least one base member, a tube support member integrally formed with at least one base member that allows the tube to be inserted into an umbilical cord or stub in a relationally secure manner to prevent the tube from pistoning within an infant, and at one least channel for receiving a tube or catheter of a specified size and for securely the tube or catheter. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140128812 | T-SHAPED GASTROSTOMY TUBE RETENTION DEVICE - A tube retention device may prohibit the removal of a tube from a body cavity. The tube retention device may include an elongate segment connected to the tube through a rotatable hinge. The elongate segment may have a length larger than the diameter of the tube. The elongate segment may rotate about the rotatable hinge from an insertion position, in which the length of the elongate segment is parallel to the tube, to a retention position, in which the length of the elongate segment is perpendicular to the tube. In the retention position, engagement of the elongate segment with the interior surface of the body cavity may prohibit removal of the tube from the body cavity. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140128813 | CLAMP FOR A CATHETER AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - A catheter clamp having a generally curved body, a first end, and a second end. Once a central or midline catheter is inserted into a patient's body, the catheter is inserted into the catheter clamp and the clamp is affixed to the patient's skin with, for example, one or more stitches, glue, adhesive bandages, and/or staples. The catheter clamp allows the catheter to adopt a bent profile without risk of kinking the catheter. In addition, when the central line catheter is installed at an interior jugular location, the catheter clamp allows the free ends of the catheter to safely hang down away from the patient's hair for greater patient comfort, ease of access by medical personnel, and reduced danger of infection. The curved profile of the catheter clamp and the catheter also reduces the likelihood that the catheter will be accidentally pulled out or dislodged if the catheter is pulled on. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140221933 | INTEGRATED VASCULAR DELIVERY SYSTEM - An integrated vascular delivery system having a frame configured to receive a catheter insertable in a patient to deliver fluid at an insertion site. The frame includes a first hub, a second hub, and a pair of flexible lateral members extending between the hubs and including a tubular lateral member. The system also includes a fluidic channel that fluidically communicates with the catheter, wherein the fluidic channel passes through the tubular lateral member and at least one of the hubs, and includes a fixed turnabout portion in which fluid flows in a direction different from that within the catheter. The first and second hubs provide anchoring points on the patient distributed around the insertion site and on opposite ends of the catheter, thereby anchoring the frame to the patient and stabilizing the catheter. A method is provided for using an integrated vascular delivery system. | 08-07-2014 |
| 20140236091 | BODY PORTAL ANCHORS AND SYSTEMS - Anchors for securing a therapy device such as a therapy catheter relative to a burr hole, and systems and methods for using the same. Anchors in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure may include a connector for securing the therapy catheter to a delivery catheter, wherein the connector is independently and removably attachable to the anchor. The connector may secure the therapy catheter relative to the burr hole and isolate forces that may otherwise tend to disrupt the placement of the therapy catheter. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140371680 | FISTULA CATHETER AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - A fistula catheter which can be inserted and withdrawn without the use of a replacement tool such as a syringe or an extension tool and a fistula catheter that is sparingly invasive for the fistula are disclosed. | 12-18-2014 |
| 20150057617 | ANTI-MICROBIAL DRESSING, AN ANTI-MICROBIAL COMPOSITION AND USE THEREOF - The invention relates to an antimicrobial dressing, an anti-microbial composition and use thereof. The dressing comprises: chlorhexidine and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in a solid state in a quantity, calculated as an equivalent weight of chlorhexidine digluconate/surface of dressing, comprised between 0.013 and 2 g/m | 02-26-2015 |
| 20150080803 | HOLDER FOR PRESSURE INFUSION EQUIPMENT - A pressure solution of an infusion solution holder has a collar that is ergonomically fitted to the shape of the shoulders. The collar includes a pressure tank integrally with the holder and a tank containing the infusion solution. Since the tank containing the infusion solution is located on the patient's shoulders and the vertically close to the supply point of the infusion solution, there has to be sufficient pressure in the tank in order for a successful infusion. Therefore, the collar's pressure tank is pressurized by the element, whereby the pressure in the pressure tank is pressing the solution tank and creates the necessary pressure at the time of infusion. The pressurization of the pressure tank is shown in the most cost-effective way by pumping with a manual pressure element, such as a ball pump. Pressurization can also be made, for example, by an electric pump. | 03-19-2015 |
| 20150088075 | Catheter-Positioning Slide Cover Clamp Assembly - The present invention provides a catheter clamp assembly having a base and a slide cover. The base has a top, bottom and a body including a slide cover track. The body has internal walls defining a catheter opening extending from the bottom to the top. A catheter channel extends from the catheter opening to a sidewall opening. The slide cover includes a lower surface incorporating a prong to engage a wall defining the catheter opening and to secure a catheter in the catheter channel. The slide cover has a first location providing access to the catheter opening and a second location that clamps a catheter in the catheter channel. Moving the slide cover from its first location contacts a length of catheter extending through the catheter opening to position it in the catheter channel for securement when the slide cover reaches its second location. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150088076 | Anchoring System - A retainer comprises a first member and a second member. The first member can define at least a portion of a channel. The channel can have a longitudinal axis and be configured to receive at least a portion of a medical article. The second member can be moveable with respect to the first member, between locked and unlocked positions. The second member can contact the portion of the medical article received by the channel at least when in the locked position so as to inhibit longitudinal movement of the medical article relative to the retainer. | 03-26-2015 |
| 20150100025 | SYSTEM FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES - Some embodiments of a medical device anchor system include an anchor device that receives a catheter (or other medical instrument) and secures the catheter in place relative to a skin penetration point. In some embodiments, the anchor device can secure the catheter in an operative position relative to the skin without the use of sutures or skin tapes. In particular embodiments, the anchor device can be adjusted to a folded condition so that subcutaneous anchors are partially rotated prior to removal from the skin penetration point. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150297867 | Antimicrobial/Haemostatic Interface Pad for Placement Between Percutaneously Placed Medical Device And Patient Skin - A safety needle assembly of an infusion set is disclosed. The needle assembly is configured to prevent fluid/vapor escape therefrom so as to reduce or prevent fluid exposure to a clinician using the needle assembly. In one embodiment, the needle assembly comprises a handle portion including a needle extending therefrom, the needle defining a lumen for passage of a fluid therethrough. The needle assembly also includes a safety assembly defining a needle hole through which the needle initially extends. The safety assembly is selectively and axially slidable along the needle in order to shield a distal tip of the needle and prevent user contact therewith. A fluid isolation component is included in the safety assembly for isolating fluid escape from the needle. In another embodiment, an interface pad is included on the bottom of the needle assembly and includes an antimicrobial and/or haemostatic agent to protect the needle insertion site. | 10-22-2015 |
| 20160022509 | ABSORBENT ARTICLE FOR ACCOMMODATING A CATHETER AND TUBING - An absorbent article for use with an indwelling catheter is provided, the absorbent article including: a top sheet and a back sheet; an aperture for receiving a catheter, wherein the aperture traverses the top sheet and the back sheet, and wherein the aperture is proximate to an exit site of the catheter from an individual; a reclosable opening that traverses the top sheet and the back sheet, wherein the reclosable opening extends from the aperture to an edge of the absorbent article; and a fastener for closing the re-closable opening. An insert for accommodating an indwelling catheter and an absorbent article for use with a medical device are also provided. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160022923 | VEIN STABILIZER DEVICE - A vein stabilizer device for holding a vein in place and receiving a needle to be inserted therein. The vein stabilizer device includes a base tube defined by a hollow tube body having two receiving flanges disposed on opposing sides of its outer surface and two detachable extension arms which are each defined by an elongated member having a proximal end attached to one of the receiving flanges, an angled bend, and distal end which includes a removable tip. In operation, a user slides a syringe into the base tube with the needle facing towards and extending almost to the removable tips of the opposing extension arms. The removable tips are then placed against the skin on either side of the target vein, allowing the needle to be inserted into a target vein that is held between the removable tips. | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160074285 | TUBE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A tube management system has a tube receiving element, a base element, and attachment elements extending from the base element. The tube receiving element is provided with a gripping element that functions to prevent tube migration. The attachment elements are provided within openings for receiving a device which is used to secure the tube management system to a patient. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160074628 | CATHETER CLIP - A catheter clip for managing a medical device having an elongate catheter shaft is provided. The catheter clip comprises a first body section having a c-shape and forming a first opening configured to accommodate a first portion of medical device. The catheter clip further comprises a second body portion having a u-shape and forming a second opening configured to accommodate a plurality of catheter shaft portions of the medical device therein. An inside surface coincident with the second opening includes a least one indentation configured to accommodate the catheter shaft portion therein, and at least one raised portion adjacent to the indentation and configured to inhibit movement of the catheter shaft portion. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160074629 | Temporary Retention Device - A retention device for anchoring indwelling catheters, sheath introducers, feeding tubes, ostomy bags or other medical devices beneath the skin of a patient includes an deployable section coupled to a medical device; following introduction into a patient, the deployable section is subcutaneously deployed, securely anchoring the device and coupled medical device for the duration of treatment. | 03-17-2016 |
| 20160100856 | Trocar Sleeve With An Asymmetrical Helix - A trocar sleeve has a hollow shaft having a distal end and a proximal end, the shaft having a rectilinear shaft axis, an external thread rising from an outer surface of the shaft, wherein a first external thread having a shape of a helix has a height, measured from the outer surface up to a vertex of the helix, the height of the helix, seen along the rectilinear shaft axis from distal to proximal increases, and wherein a pitch of the helix, seen along the rectilinear shaft axis from distal to proximal decreases. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160100979 | CANNULA INGRESS SYSTEM - A cannula ingress system may include a tip stabilization mechanism having a tip stabilization mechanism distal end and a tip stabilization mechanism proximal end, a fixation mechanism, a hypodermic tube having a hypodermic tube distal end and a hypodermic tube proximal end, and a tip having a tip distal end and a tip proximal end. The tip may be disposed within the hypodermic tube wherein the tip distal end extends from the hypodermic tube distal end. The fixation mechanism may be disposed within a fixation mechanism channel of the tip stabilization mechanism. The tip stabilization mechanism may be disposed over the tip and the hypodermic tube distal end. | 04-14-2016 |
| 20160136409 | SUPPORT DEVICE FOR INTRAVENOUS LINE - A support device for an IV line includes an IV line support mechanism, a suspension line structured for suspending the support mechanism on a portion of a patient's body, and a suspension line length adjustment mechanism for gripping and retaining portions of the suspension line so as to form an adjustable loop. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20160151609 | SYSTEM FOR ANCHORING MEDICAL DEVICES | 06-02-2016 |
| 20160158498 | Integrated Vascular Delivery System - An integrated vascular delivery system having a frame configured to receive a catheter insertable in a patient to deliver fluid at an insertion site. The frame includes a first hub, a second hub, and a pair of flexible lateral members extending between the hubs and including a tubular lateral member. The system also includes a fluidic channel that fluidically communicates with the catheter, wherein the fluidic channel passes through the tubular lateral member and at least one of the hubs, and includes a fixed turnabout portion in which fluid flows in a direction different from that within the catheter. The first and second hubs provide anchoring points on the patient distributed around the insertion site and on opposite ends of the catheter, thereby anchoring the frame to the patient and stabilizing the catheter. A method is provided for using an integrated vascular delivery system. | 06-09-2016 |
| 20160199045 | FLUID DELIVERY DEVICE | 07-14-2016 |
