A device for transferring a fluid to and/or from a fluid container having a sealing member. The device includes a piercing member for penetrating the sealing member and an elongated body defining a longitudinal flow channel through which a fluid may flow into and/or out of the fluid container and at least one opening that communicates with the flow channel. The at least one opening is arranged to extend along at least 1% of the length (l) of the piercing member to ensure that at least part of the at least one opening is located substantially adjacent to the innermost side of a sealing member when the device is in use.
A bottle connector for use in a medical fluid transfer arrangement, the bottle connector having an axial direction and a radial direction and comprising a first part and a second part, the first part comprising a hollow piercing member comprising an inner gas channel and extending in the axial direction beyond the end of the first part. The second part comprises a bottle coupling member, for coupling the bottle connector to a medical bottle. The first and second parts are pre-connected and are concentrically arranged with respect to each other and the bottle connector has a transport configuration with a first, maximum length in which the piercing member is completely located within the bottle connector, and a fluid transfer configuration with a second, minimum length.
The present invention relates to a medical device connector for connecting a piercing device, with a vial comprising a base member. A plurality of grip members, each grip member comprising a distal end (D) and a proximal end (P) and each comprising a wedge portion adapted to temporarily or permanently lock the medical device connector to the vial. The base member further comprises a plurality of flanges, wherein the proximal ends (P) of the grip members are arranged to the flanges. The flanges extend substantially out from the periphery of the base member in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of the grip members, wherein the space formed between the flanges of the base member forms at least one grip portion. The present invention provides for a medical device connector which is easy and comfortable to use, which provide good stacking capabilities and which permits a user to readily acknowledge that the medical device connector is correctly assembled with the vial.
A tamper resistant lid for a container is described. The lid exhibits a center axis (X) and includes an outer and an inner member. The outer and inner members are further adapted to be substantially prevented from displacement along the center axis (X) with respect to each other. At least a part of the inner member includes threads enabling a threaded connection to the container by means of rotating the outer member in a first direction. The lid further includes at least one stop member preventing the inner member from rotation with respect to the outer member. The at least one stop member is adapted to be controllably disabled with a designated force after said inner member has been connected to the container, so that the outer member can be freely rotated with respect to the inner member to thereby prevent removal of the lid from the container. The present invention enables the sealing of a container, while substantially preventing the container from being reopened.
B65D 55/02 - Locking devicesMeans for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
B65D 51/18 - Arrangements of closures with protective outer cap-like covers or of two or more co-operating closures
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
B65D 50/00 - Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
A61B 50/36 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments for collecting or disposing of used articles
The present invention relates to a barrier membrane arrangement (10, 110) for a medical device for providing a substantially liquid tight seal between a piercing member and a barrier member (12) and a method for manufacturing such a barrier member arrangement. The present invention also relates to a method for connecting a first and a second medical device at the barrier member arrangement (10, 110). The barrier member arrangement (10, 110) comprises a first member (11), a second member (13) and a barrier member (12). The second member (13) can be interlocked to the first member (11) by means of a connection arrangement (18) at an optional stage by a user. After interlocking the second member (13) to the first member (11), the barrier member (12) has been compressed to provide for an increased leakage security. The barrier member arrangement (10, 110) also provides for a prolonged working life of the barrier member (12) and any medical device which comprises such a barrier member arrangement (10, 110).
B29C 43/18 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. compression moulding around inserts or for coating articles
B29K 83/00 - Use of polymers having silicon, with or without sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen or carbon only, in the main chain, as moulding material
The present invention relates to a medical device connector for connecting a piercing device, with a vial comprising a base member. A plurality of grip members, each grip member comprising a distal end (D) and a proximal end (P) and each comprising a wedge portion adapted to temporarily or permanently lock the medical device connector to the vial. The base member further comprises a plurality of flanges, wherein the proximal ends (P) of the grip members are arranged to the flanges. The flanges extend substantially out from the periphery of the base member in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of the grip members, wherein the space formed between the flanges of the base member forms at least one grip portion. The present invention provides for a medical device connector which is easy and comfortable to use, which provide good stacking capabilities and which permits a user to readily acknowledge that the medical device connector is correctly assembled with the vial.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
A bottle connector for use in a medical fluid transfer arrangement, the bottle connector having an axial direction and a radial direction and comprising a first part and a second part, the first part comprising a hollow piercing member comprising an inner gas channel and extending in the axial direction beyond the end of the first part. The second part comprises a bottle coupling member, for coupling the bottle connector to a medical bottle. The first and second parts are pre-connected and are concentrically arranged with respect to each other and the bottle connector has a transport configuration with a first, maximum length in which the piercing member is completely located within the bottle connector, and a fluid transfer configuration with a second, minimum length.
A protective cap (1) for application on a medical device such as a medical vial (2) comprising a membrane holder (3) in which a resilient membrane (18) is mounted. The protective cap (1) is provided with connection means (10) for connecting the cap (1) to the medical device (2). The resilient membrane (18) comprises a piercing portion (20) and a sealing portion (22) and is mechanically and/or adhesively held in the protective cap (1) and is arranged to be brought into sealing contact with a receiving portion of the medical device (2) when the protective cap (1) is applied on the medical device (2).
A61J 1/05 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes for collecting, storing or administering blood, plasma or medical fluids
The present invention relates to a tamper resistant lid for a container. The lid exhibits a center axis (X) and includes an outer and an inner member. The outer and inner members are further adapted to be substantially prevented from displacement along the center axis (X) with respect to each other. At least a part of the inner member includes threads enabling a threaded connection to the container by means of rotating the outer member in a first direction. The lid further includes at least one stop member preventing the inner member from rotation with respect to the outer member. The at least one stop member is adapted to be controllably disabled with a designated force after said inner member has been connected to the container, so that the outer member can be freely rotated with respect to the inner member to thereby prevent removal of the lid from the container. The present invention enables the sealing of a container, while substantially preventing the container from being reopened.
B65D 47/02 - Closures with filling and discharging, or with discharging, devices for initially filling and for preventing subsequent refilling
B65D 55/02 - Locking devicesMeans for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
B65D 51/18 - Arrangements of closures with protective outer cap-like covers or of two or more co-operating closures
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
B65D 50/00 - Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
A61B 50/36 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments for collecting or disposing of used articles
The present invention relates to a tamper resistant lid for a container and a method for sealing a container. The method for sealing a container includes providing a tamper resistant lid having a center axis; an outer member; an inner member; the outer member and the inner member each include an outer surface and an inner surface wherein at least a part of the outer surface of the inner member is substantially adjacent at least a part of the inner surface of the outer member, the inner member having a thread; and at least one stop member preventing the inner member from rotation with respect to the outer member, placing the tamper resistant lid onto a container; rotating the outer member in a first direction to allow the thread of the inner member to connect to a thread of a neck element of the container; and disabling the at least one stop member by applying a designated force after the inner member has been connected to the container, so that the outer member can be freely rotated with respect to the inner member to thereby prevent removal of the tamper resistant lid from the container.
B65D 55/02 - Locking devicesMeans for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
B65D 51/18 - Arrangements of closures with protective outer cap-like covers or of two or more co-operating closures
B65D 50/00 - Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
A61B 50/36 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments for collecting or disposing of used articles
A medical transfer and connecting device (1) for connecting a first medical appliance with a second medical appliance, the device having an axial direction (A) and a radial direction (R) and comprising an outer part (2) having a first end (8) and a second end (9) with an end opening (10) and a bore (4) extending in the axial direction (A) between the first (8) end and the second end (9). An inner part (3) carrying a barrier member (12) and having a central canal (7) extends in the axial direction (A) and is telescopically arranged in the bore (4) in the outer part (2), the inner part (3) with the barrier member (12) being axially movable in the bore (4) in the outer part (2) between a shielding position in which the barrier member (12) is completely located within the bore (4) in the outer part (2) and a cleaning position in which the barrier member (12) is located with at least a portion of the barrier member (12) extending axially past the end opening (10) in the outer part (2).
The present invention relates to a tamper resistant lid (10) for a container (1). The lid (10) exhibits a center axis (X) and comprises an outer and an inner member (20, 40). The outer and inner members (20, 40) are further adapted to be substantially prevented from displacement along the center axis (X) with respect to each other. At least a part of the inner member (40) comprises threads (48) enabling a threaded connection to the container (1) by means of rotating the outer member (20) in a first direction. The lid (10) further comprises at least one stop member (51, 52, 53, 60) preventing the inner member (40) from rotation with respect to the outer member (20). The at least one stop member (51, 52, 53, 60) is adapted to be controllably disabled with a designated force after said inner member (40) has been connected to the container (1), so that the outer member (20) can be freely rotated with respect to the inner member (40) to thereby prevent removal of the lid from the container (1). The present invention enables the sealing of a container, while substantially preventing the container from being reopened.
B65D 47/02 - Closures with filling and discharging, or with discharging, devices for initially filling and for preventing subsequent refilling
B65D 50/00 - Closures with means for discouraging unauthorised opening or removal thereof, with or without indicating means, e.g. child-proof closures
A61B 19/02 - Protective casings or covers for appliances or instruments, e.g. boxes or sterile covers; Instrument tables or cupboards; Doctors' bags
B65D 51/18 - Arrangements of closures with protective outer cap-like covers or of two or more co-operating closures
B65D 55/02 - Locking devicesMeans for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
B65B 7/28 - Closing semi-rigid or rigid containers or receptacles not deformed by, or not taking-up shape of, contents, e.g. boxes or cartons by applying separate preformed closures, e.g. lids, covers
A device for providing sterilized or cleaned fluid to a receptacle and thereby facilitating conveyance of a substance out of the receptacle, comprising a connector and a container which form an integrated unit. The connector is provided with a first means for connection to a receptacle. Sterilized or cleaned fluid is transferred from the container to the receptacle.
A bottle connector (1) for use in a medical fluid transfer arrangement, the bottle connector (1) having an axial direction (A) and a radial direction (R) and comprising a first part (2) and a second part (3), the first part (2) comprising a hollow piercing member (9) comprising an inner gas channel (16) and extending in the axial direction (A) beyond the end (5) of the first part (2). The second part (3) comprises a bottle coupling member (35,36), for coupling the bottle connector (1) to a medical bottle (41). The first and second parts (2,3) are pre-connected and are concentrically arranged with respect to each other and the bottle connector (1 ) has a transport configuration with a first, maximum length (L1) in which the piercing member (9) is completely located within the bottle connector (1), and a fluid transfer configuration with a second, minimum length (L2).
A medical transfer and connecting device (1) for connecting a first medical appliance with a second medica! appliance, the device having an axial direction (A) and a radial direction (R) and comprising an outer part (2) having a first end (8) and a second end (9) with an end opening (10) and a bore (4) extending in the axial direction (A) between the first (8) end and the second end (9). An inner part (3) carrying a barrier member (12) and having a central canal (7) extends in the axial direction (A) and is telescopically arranged in the bore (4) in the outer part (2), the inner part (3) with the barrier member (12) being axially movable in the bore (4) in the outer part (2) between a shielding position in which the barrier member (12) is completely located within the bore (4) in the outer part (2) and a cleaning position in which the barrier member (12) is Iocated with at least a portion of the barrier member (12) extending axially past the end opening (10) in the outer part (2).
A protective cap (1) for application on a medicai device such as a medical vial (2) comprising a membrane holder (3) in which a resilient membrane (18) is mounted. The protective cap (1) is provided with connection means (10) for connecting the cap (1) to the medical device (2). The resilient membrane (18) comprises a piercing portion (20) and a sealing portion (22) and is mechanically and/or adhesively held in the protective cap (1) and is arranged to be brought into seaiing contact with a receiving portion of the medical device (2) when the protective cap (1) is applied on the medicai device (2).
Connector for enabling fluid transfer between a first fluid container and a second fluid container, which connector comprises a first component that is arranged to be connected to a first fluid container and a second component that is arranged to be connected to a second fluid container. The first component is arranged to be non-rotatably connected to said second component before a second fluid container is connected to said second component and/or before a first fluid container is connected to the first component. The connector comprises a locking and rotation-enabling element that is arranged to be activated once a second fluid container has been connected to said second component, and/or once a first fluid container has been connected to the first component, which locking and rotation- enabling element enables the first component and the second component to rotate freely with respect to one another.
The present invention relates to a medical device connector for connecting a piercing device (3), with a vial (2) comprising a base member. A plurality of grip members (50), each grip member (50) comprising a distal end (D) and a proximal end (P) and each comprising a wedge portion (61) adapted to temporarily or permanently lock the medical device connector (1) to the vial (2). The base member (30) further comprises a plurality of flanges (40), wherein the proximal ends (P) of the grip members (50) are arranged to the flanges (41, 40). The flanges (40) extend substantially out from the periphery of the base member (30) in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of the grip members, wherein the space formed between the flanges (40) of the base member (30) forms at least one grip portion. The present invention provides for a medical device connector (1) which is easy and comfortable to use, which provide good stacking capabilities and which permits a user to readily acknowledge that the medical device connector (1) is correctly assembled with the vial (2).
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
The present invention concerns a male connection part for connection with a female piercing member protection device having a longitudinal cylinder-like body having a longitudinal axis C, a first side and a second side, an outer and an inner surface, a barrier member arranged at the center of the first side of the male connection member, intersecting the longitudinal axis C, and a fluid communication channel extending from the barrier member of the male connection part to the second side of the male connection part, wherein the male connection part further comprises at least one turning grip protrusion to provide for an increased turning friction between the female piercing member protection device after assembly.
A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
A61M 39/00 - Tubes, tube connectors, tube couplings, valves, access sites or the like, specially adapted for medical use
The present invention relates to a tamper resistant lid (10) for a container (1). The lid (10) exhibits a centre axis (X) and comprises an outer and an inner member (20, 40). The outer and inner members (20, 40) are further adapted to be substantially prevented from displacement along the centre axis (X) with respect to each other. At least a part of the inner member (40) comprises threads (48) enabling a threaded connection to the container (1) by means of rotating the outer member (20) in a first direction. The lid (10) further comprises at least one stop member (51, 52, 53, 60) preventing the inner member (40) from rotation with respect to the outer member (20). The at least one stop member (51, 52, 53, 60) is adapted to be controllably disabled with a designated force after said inner member (40) has been connected to the container (1), so that the outer member (20) can be freely rotated with respect to the inner member (40) to thereby prevent removal of the lid from the container (1). The present invention enables the sealing of a container, while substantially preventing the container from being reopened.
The present invention relates to a barrier membrane arrangement for a medical device for providing a substantially liquid tight seal between a piercing member and a barrier member and a method for manufacturing such a barrier member arrangement. The present invention also relates to a method for connecting a first and a second medical device at the barrier member arrangement. The barrier member arrangement comprises a first member, a second member and a barrier member. The second member can be interlocked to the first member by means of a connection arrangement at an optional stage by a user. After interlocking the second member to the first member, the barrier member has been compressed to provide for an increased leakage security. The barrier member arrangement also provides for a prolonged working life of the barrier member and any medical device which comprises such a barrier member arrangement.
This document provides connectors such as a connector for enabling fluid transfer between a first fluid container and a second fluid container, which connector comprises a first component that is arranged to be connected to a first fluid container and a second component that is arranged to be connected to a second fluid container. The first component can be non-rotatably connected to the second component before a second fluid container is connected to the second component and/or before a first fluid container is connected to the first component. The connector can comprise a locking and rotation-enabling element that is arranged to be activated once a second fluid container has been connected to the second component, and/or once a first fluid container has been connected to the first component, which locking and rotation-enabling element enables the first component and the second component to rotate freely with respect to one another.
A coupling device for transferring substances, in particular medical substances, is disclosed. The coupling device can be used for transferring medical substances between a patient and an infusion bag containing the medical substances. In one or more embodiments, the coupling device may include a piercing member for connection to a medical device such as the infusion bag. A piercing member for a coupling device is also disclosed.
A coupling device for transferring substances, in particular medical substances, is disclosed. The coupling device can be used for transferring medical substances between a patient and an infusion bag containing the medical substances. In one or more embodiments, the coupling device may include a piercing member for connection to a medical device such as the infusion bag. A piercing member for a coupling device is also disclosed.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
A61M 5/162 - Needle sets, i.e. connections by puncture between reservoir and tube
A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes DetailsAccessories therefor
This document provides connectors such as a connector for enabling fluid transfer between a first fluid container and a second fluid container, which connector comprises a first component that is arranged to be connected to a first fluid container and a second component that is arranged to be connected to a second fluid container. The first component can be non-rotatably connected to the second component before a second fluid container is connected to the second component and/or before a first fluid container is connected to the first component. The connector can comprise a locking and rotation-enabling element that is arranged to be activated once a second fluid container has been connected to the second component, and/or once a first fluid container has been connected to the first component, which locking and rotation-enabling element enables the first component and the second component to rotate freely with respect to one another.
Connector (10) for enabling fluid transfer between a first fluid container (28) and a second fluid container, which connector (10) comprises a first component (12) that is arranged to be connected to a first fluid container (28) and a second component (14) that is arranged to be connected to a second fluid container. The first component (12) is arranged to be non-rotatably connected to said second component (14) before a second fluid container is connected to said second component (14) and/or before a first fluid container (28) is connected to the first component (12). The connector (10) comprises a locking and rotation-enabling element (16) that is arranged to be activated once a second fluid container has been connected to said second component (14), and/or once a first fluid container (28) has been connected to the first component (12), which locking and rotation- enabling element (16) enables the first component (12) and the second component (14) to rotate freely with respect to one another.
F16L 37/084 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking
Connector (10) for enabling fluid transfer between a first fluid container (28) and a second fluid container, which connector (10) comprises a first component (12) that is arranged to be connected to a first fluid container (28) and a second component (14) that is arranged to be connected to a second fluid container. The first component (12) is arranged to be non-rotatably connected to said second component (14) before a second fluid container is connected to said second component (14) and/or before a first fluid container (28) is connected to the first component (12). The connector (10) comprises a locking and rotation-enabling element (16) that is arranged to be activated once a second fluid container has been connected to said second component (14), and/or once a first fluid container (28) has been connected to the first component (12), which locking and rotation-enabling element (16) enables the first component (12) and the second component (14) to rotate freely with respect to one another.
F16L 37/084 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking
The invention concerns a piercing member protection device, a kit of a piercing member protection device, a first and second fluid container and a method a method for transferring a fluid between a first and a second container using a piercing member protection device. The piercing member protection device comprises a protection chamber to protect at least the tip of a piercing member. The piercing member protection device further comprises a first and a second member arranged to each other. The first member is further arranged to slide with respect to the second member between a secured position, in which at least the tip of the piercing member is enclosed within the protection chamber so as to prevent the tip of the piercing member from exposure and an unsecured position, in which the tip of the piercing member is arranged outside the protection chamber wherein the first member is arranged to turn with respect to the second member between a locked position and an unlocked position so that when the first member is in the locked position the first member is substantially unable to slide along the longitudinal axis A and when the first member is in the unlocked position the first member is enabled to slide along the longitudinal axis A.
A fluid transfer device for transferring fluid from a first fluid container to a second fluid container such as a piercing member protection device. The fluid transfer device can comprise a longitudinal axis A and a first connection part comprising a connector that connects to the first fluid container. The fluid transfer device can further comprise a second connection part rotatably mounted to the first connection part by a mounting element, and the second connection part can further comprise a threaded coupling that connects the second fluid container. The mounting element can enable turning of the second connection part with respect to the first connection part. Such a device can allow a user to safely turn e.g., a syringe after assembly to read a volume indication or similar.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
The present invention relates to a first medical device (1, 100) configured to permit connection to a second medical device (3). The medical device (1, 100, 200) comprises a guiding track (12) for receiving a lock protrusion (4). The guiding track (12) comprises a surface (16) having a lock edge (15) extending between a first and a second level (H1, H2). The lock edge (15) extends in a smooth curvature between the first and the second level (H1, H2), the curvature of which is a function of at least of radius (Ra). The medical device (1, 100) may comprise a neck element (11) with at least one guiding track (12) for receiving a lock protrusion (4) of a second medical device (3) or optionally the medical device may comprise a sleeve member (202) which comprises the guiding track (12). The present invention provide for a connection site which enables a smooth lock but especially a smooth unlock motion of the second medical device being connected.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
The present invention relates to a medical device (1, 100) for connecting a second medical device (3). The medical device (1, 100, 200) comprises a guiding track (12) for receiving a lock protrusion (4). The guiding track (12) comprises a surface (16) having a lock edge (15) extending between a first and a second level (H1, H2). The lock edge (15) extends in a smooth curvature between the first and the second level (H1, H2), the curvature of which is a function of at least of radius (Ra). The medical device (1, 100) may comprise a neck element (11) with at least one guiding track (12) for receiving a lock protrusion (4) of a second medical device (3) or optionally the medical device may comprise a sleeve member (202) which comprises the guiding track (12). The present invention provide for a connection site which enables a smooth lock but especially a smooth unlock motion of the second medical device being connected.
The present invention relates to a medical device connector for connecting a piercing device (3), with a vial (2) comprising a base member. A plurality of grip members (50), each grip member (50) comprising a distal end (D) and a proximal end (P) and each comprising a wedge portion (61) adapted to temporarily or permanently lock the medical device connector (1) to the vial (2). The base member (30) further comprises a plurality of flanges (40), wherein the proximal ends (P) of the grip members (50) are arranged to the flanges (41, 40). The flanges (40) extend substantially out from the periphery of the base member (30) in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of the grip members, wherein the space formed between the flanges (40) of the base member (30) forms at least one grip portion. The present invention provides for a medical device connector (1) which is easy and comfortable to use, which provide good stacking capabilities and which permits a user to readily acknowledge that the medical device connector (1) is correctly assembled with the vial (2).
The present invention relates to a barrier membrane arrangement (10, 110) for a medical device for providing a substantially liquid tight seal between a piercing member and a barrier member (12) and a method for manufacturing such a barrier member arrangement. The present invention also relates to a method for connecting a first and a second medical device at the barrier member arrangement (10, 110). The barrier member arrangement (10, 110) comprises a first member (11), a second member (13) and a barrier member (12). The second member (13) can be interlocked to the first member (11 ) by means of a connection arrangement (18) at an optional stage by a user. After interlocking the second member (13) to the first member (11 ), the barrier member (12) has been compressed to provide for an increased leakage security. The barrier member arrangement (10, 110) also provides for a prolonged working life of the barrier member (12) and any medical device which comprises such a barrier member arrangement (10, 110).
The present invention concerns an attachable membrane device for providing a piercable liquid barrier membrane to the surface of a pierceable fluid container, such as an infusion bag. The attachable membrane device have a fastening part comprising a fastening surface adapted to be attached to the surface of the pierceable fluid container and thereby provide a liquid tight seal between the fastening surface and the surface of the pierceable fluid container. Additionally, the attachable membrane device is further provided with a barrier membrane part, adapted to provide a liquid tight seal after penetration by a piercing member. Connection means is arranged to the attachable membrane device. The invention simplifies the injection or withdrawal of a fluid in a pierceable fluid container.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
The present invention relates to a connection arrangement and a method of assembly, for providing a substantially tamper resistant connection with at least a first medical device. The connection arrangement (1) having a centre axis (A), the connection arrangement (1) comprises; a first connection member (21, 161, 521, 621) for connection to the first medical device by means of a rotational motion in a first direction, and a body (60, 120, 504, 603). Additionally the first connection member (21, 161, 521, 621) and the body (60, 120, 504, 603) are connected directly or indirectly together via at least one designated ruptureable retaining member (41, 141, 541, 641), the designated ruptureable retaining member (41, 141, 541, 641) is arranged to rupture at a predetermined breaking force, wherein the first connection member (21, 161, 521, 621), and thereby the first medical device after assembly, can be displaced with respect to the body (60, 120, 504, 603) after rupture. The present invention provides for a substantially tamper safe connection arrangement which disables accidents such as wrongly disengage a connected medical device. A safer handling is provided for the involved user(s).
The present invention relates to a connector device to connect a first and a second fluid container, directly or indirectly. The connector device exhibit a first and a second connection means, a pierceable barrier member, a piercing member, a fluid transfer channel and a pressure normalization channel. The pressure normalization channel is arranged to normalize an increasing pressure inside second fluid container. A valve arrangement permitting fluid to flow in a first and a second direction is arranged in the pressure normalization channel. The valve arrangement exhibit a cracking pressure in at least the first direction. The present invention provides for a connector device which reduces the risk of clogging the barrier filter.
The present invention relates to a connector device to connect a first and a second fluid container, directly or indirectly. The connector device exhibit a first and a second connection means, a pierceable barrier member, a piercing member, a fluid transfer channel and a pressure normalization channel. The pressure normalization channel is arranged to normalize an increasing pressure inside second fluid container. A valve arrangement permitting fluid to flow in a first and a second direction is arranged in the pressure normalization channel. The valve arrangement exhibit a cracking pressure in at least the first direction. The present invention provides for a connector device which reduces the risk of clogging the barrier filter.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
42.
Connection arrangement and method for connecting a medical device to the improved connection arrangement
The present invention relates to a connection arrangement and a method of assembly, for providing a substantially tamper resistant connection with at least a first medical device. The connection arrangement having a center axis, the connection arrangement comprises; a first connection member for connection to the first medical device by means of a rotational motion in a first direction, and a body. Additionally the first connection member and the body are connected directly or indirectly together via at least one designated ruptureable retaining member, the designated ruptureable retaining member is arranged to rupture at a predetermined breaking force, wherein the first connection member, and thereby the first medical device after assembly, can be displaced with respect to the body after rupture. The present invention provides for a substantially tamper safe connection arrangement which disables accidents such as wrongly disengage a connected medical device. A safer handling is provided for the involved user(s).
A61M 25/16 - Making or assembling not otherwise provided for
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
The present invention relates to a piercing member protection device (9) which comprises a first, a second and a third cylindrical member (100, 200, 300). The first cylindrical member (100) is at least partly encompassed by the second cylindrical member (200), and the second cylindrical member (200) is at least partly encompassed by the third cylindrical member (300). The third cylindrical member (300) comprises a piercing member (400) having a piercing tip (401). A first locking arrangement (250) is arranged to enable or prevent the turning of the first and third cylindrical member, with respect to the second cylindrical member, while a second locking arrangement (350) is arranged to enable or prevent movement of the piercing member (400) along the longitudinal center axis A, so as to expose the piercing tip (401) of the piercing member (400). The piercing member protection device (9) provides a safe device which reduces the risk of accidental exposure of the piercing tip (401) and contamination for a user.
A61M 25/16 - Making or assembling not otherwise provided for
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
The present invention concerns an attachable membrane device for providing a pierceable liquid barrier membrane to the surface of a pierceable fluid container, such as an infusion bag. The attachable membrane device have a fastening part comprising a fastening surface adapted to be attached to the surface of the pierceable fluid container and thereby provide a liquid tight seal between the fastening surface and the surface of the pierceable fluid container. Additionally, the attachable membrane device is further provided with a barrier membrane part, adapted to provide a liquid tight seal after penetration by a piercing member. Connection means is arranged to the attachable membrane device. The invention simplifies the injection or withdrawal of a fluid in a pierceable fluid container.
The present invention concerns an attachable medical filter device (104, 200, 300) adapted to be attached to a fluid container (102, 400). The medical filter device (104, 200, 300) serves the purpose of filtering a gas, flowing in a first direction (A) into said fluid container (102, 400). The filter device (104, 200, 300) comprises a filter housing (205, 305) comprising at least one filter (220, 230, 240, 320, 330, 340). The filter housing (205, 305) is arranged in fluid communication with a hollow piercing member (201, 301), such as a needle. Additionally the filter device (104, 200, 300) may further comprise a clack valve function, to prevent liquid from passing in a second direction opposite of said first direction (A). The medical filter device (104, 200, 300) provides the fluid container (102, 400) with a gas inlet for pressure normalization after attachment with said fluid container (102, 400), further, the filter (220, 230, 240, 320, 330, 340) is a dry filter adapted to filter a gas flowing in said first direction (A) into the fluid container (102, 400). A medical filter device (104, 200, 300) according to the present invention provides a flexible way to normalize the pressure inside fluid containers (102, 400) while at the same time filter the incoming gas.
The present invention concerns a female piercing member protection device for connection with a male connection part, as well as a method for connecting such protection device to a male connection part. The female piercing member protection device comprises; an outer casing, a connection member wherein the connection member is arranged to, and at least partly enclosed in, the outer casing. Further is the outer casing arranged to be moved between a first and a second position, wherein when the outer casing is in its first position, the connection member is substantially locked from movement along the longitudinal axis A, and when the outer casing is in its second position the connection member is able to move along the longitudinal axis A. The female piercing member protection device also comprises an activated position and an inactivated position. The connection member is further arranged to connect to the male connection part by means of a deformable locking device, wherein when the outer casing is in the second position, the deformable locking device is prevented from deformation by the outer casing so as to prevent disengagement of the male connection part. The present invention provides for a secure piercing member protection device which significantly minimizes the risk for a user to be exposed to contaminants and the piercing member itself.
A female piercing member protection device for connection with a male connection part, and a method for connecting the device to a male connection part. The device includes an outer casing and a connection member at least partly enclosed in the outer casing. The outer casing is moveable between first and second positions. In the first position, the connection member is substantially locked from movement along the longitudinal axis A, and in the second position the connection member is able to move along the longitudinal axis A. The device also has an activated position and an inactivated position. When the outer casing is in the second position, a deformable locking device is prevented from deformation by the outer casing to prevent disengagement of the male connection part. A secure piercing member protection device significantly minimizes the risk for a user to be exposed to contaminants and the piercing member itself.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
B65B 1/04 - Methods of, or means for, filling the material into the containers or receptacles
B65B 3/04 - Methods of, or means for, filling the material into the containers or receptacles
B65B 3/00 - Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans or jars
B65D 39/00 - Closures arranged within necks or pouring openings or in discharge apertures, e.g. stoppers
B65B 41/00 - Supplying or feeding container-forming sheets or wrapping material
B65B 43/00 - Forming, feeding, opening, or setting-up containers or receptacles in association with packaging
B65B 47/00 - Apparatus or devices for forming pockets or receptacles in or from sheets, blanks, or webs, comprising essentially a die into which the material is pressed or a folding die through which the material is moved
B65B 51/00 - Devices for, or methods of, sealing or securing package folds or closures, e.g. twisted bag necks
A device for transferring a fluid to and/or from a fluid container having a sealing member. The device includes a piercing member for penetrating the sealing member and an elongated body defining a longitudinal flow channel through which a fluid may flow into and/or out of the fluid container and at least one opening that communicates with the flow channel. The at least one opening is arranged to extend along at least 1% of the length (l) of the piercing member to ensure that at least part of the at least one opening (20) is located substantially adjacent to the innermost side of a sealing member when the device is in use.
Device (24) for transferring a fluid (22) to and/or from a fluid container (12) having a sealing member (14). The device (24) comprises a piercing member (16) for penetrating the sealing member (14) and an elongated body defining a longitudinal flow channel (18) through which a fluid (22) may flow into and/or out of the fluid container (12) and at least one opening (20) that communicates with the flow channel (18). Said at least one opening (20) is arranged to extend along at least 1% of the length (l) of the piercing member (16) to ensure that at least part of said at least one opening (20) is located substantially adjacent to the innermost side (14b) of a sealing member (14) when the device is in use.
A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A device for providing sterilized or cleaned fluid to a receptacle and thereby facilitate conveyance of a substance out of the receptacle, comprising a connector and a container which form an integrated unit. The connector is provided with a first means for connection to a receptacle. Sterilized or cleaned fluid is transferred from the container to the receptacle.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
A61J 1/00 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes
A61J 1/05 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes for collecting, storing or administering blood, plasma or medical fluids
The invention relates to an arrangement (30') for use with a medical device which arrangement comprises a shield (22') for a tip (23') of a needle member (14') of a medical device (1'). The arrangement (30') comprises a filter (21') for filtering gas to be transferred out from or into the medical device (1') via the needle member (14') when the arrangement (30') is interconnected with the medical device. The filter (21') is integrated with or constitutes at least a portion of the needle member tip shield (22').
The invention relates to an arrangement for use with a medical device which arrangement comprises a shield for a tip of a needle member of a medical device. The arrangement comprises a filter for filtering gas to be transferred out from or into the medical device via the needle member when the arrangement is interconnected with the medical device. The filter is integrated with or constitutes at least a portion of the needle member tip shield.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
A61J 1/00 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes
A61J 1/05 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes for collecting, storing or administering blood, plasma or medical fluids
A61J 1/14 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes DetailsAccessories therefor
Pressure equalizing device comprising a fluid container for attachment to a receptacle such as a vial to permit pressure equalization between the fluid container and the receptacle. The pressure equalizing device comprises a flow channel that is arranged to provide fluid communication into or out of the fluid container when the pressure equalizing device is attached to the receptacle. The pressure equalizing device also comprises a fluid inlet that contains a one-way valve that permits fluid to flow into the fluid container via said fluid inlet and that prevents fluid from flowing out of the fluid container via said fluid inlet and filter-receiving means that are arranged to permit fluid flowing into or out of the fluid container to be filtered when the filter-receiving means comprises a filter.
A61M 5/00 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests
Pressure equalizing device (10) comprising a fluid container (16) for attachment to a receptacle (12) such as a vial to permit pressure equalization between the fluid container (16) and the receptacle (12). The pressure equalizing device (10) comprises a flow channel (18) that is arranged to provide fluid communication into or out of the fluid container (16) when the pressure equalizing device (10) is attached to the receptacle (12). The pressure equalizing device (10) also comprises a fluid inlet (20) that contains a one-way valve (28) that permits fluid to flow into the fluid container (16) via said fluid inlet (20) and that prevents fluid from flowing out of the fluid container (16) via said fluid inlet (20) and filter-receiving means (30) that are arranged to permit fluid flowing into or out of the fluid container (10) to be filtered when the filter-receiving means (30) comprises a filter (34).
A device (1) for providing sterilized or cleaned fluid to a receptacle (6) and thereby facilitate conveyance of a substance out of the receptacle, comprising a connector (2) and a container (3) which form an integrated unit (4). The connector (2) is provided with a first means (5) for connection to a receptacle (6). Sterilized or cleaned fluid is transferred from the container (3) to the receptacle (6).
A fluid transfer device for transferring fluid from a first fluid container to a second fluid container such as a piercing member protection device is provided. The fluid transfer device can include a longitudinal axis and a first connection part having a connection means for connecting to a first fluid container. The fluid transfer device can further include a second connection part rotatably mounted to the first connection part by mounting means, and the second connection part can further include connection means for connecting a second fluid container. The mounting means can enable turning of the second connection part with respect to the first connection part. Such a device can allow a user to safely turn e.g., a syringe after assembly to read a volume indication or similar.
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
The present invention concerns a fluid transfer device for transferring fluid from a first fluid container to a second fluid container such as a piercing member protection device. The fluid transfer device comprises a longitudinal axis A, a first connection part comprising connection means for connecting to said first fluid container. The fluid transfer device further comprises a second connection part rotably mounted to the first connection part by mounting means, the second connection part further comprises connection means for connecting said second fluid container. The mounting means enable turning of said second connection part with respect to said first connection part. The present invention effectively allows a user to safely turn e.g. a syringe after assembly to read a volume indication or similar.
The invention concerns a piercing member protection device, a kit of a piercing member protection device, a first and second fluid container and a method a method for transferring a fluid between a first and a second container using a piercing member protection device. The piercing member protection device comprises a protection chamber to protect at least the tip of a piercing member. The piercing member protection device further comprises a first and a second member arranged to each other The first member is further arranged to slide with respect to the second member between a secured position, in which at least the tip of the piercing member is enclosed within the protection chamber so as to prevent the tip of the piercing member from exposure and an unsecured position, in which the tip of the piercing member is arranged outside the protection chamber wherein the first member is arranged to turn with respect to the second member between a locked position and an unlocked position so that when the first member is in the locked position the first member is substantially unable to slide along the longitudinal axis A and when the first member is in the unlocked position the first member is enabled to slide along the longitudinal axis A.
A61J 1/20 - Arrangements for transferring fluids, e.g. from vial to syringe
A61M 5/32 - NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hubAccessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the bodyDevices for protection of needles
The invention concerns a piercing member protection device, a kit of a piercing member protection device, a first and second fluid container and a method a method for transferring a fluid between a first and a second container using a piercing member protection device. The piercing member protection device comprises a protection chamber to protect at least the tip of a piercing member. The piercing member protection device further comprises a first and a second member arranged to each other. The first member is further arranged to slide with respect to the second member between a secured position, in which at least the tip of the piercing member is enclosed within the protection chamber so as to prevent the tip of the piercing member from exposure and an unsecured position, in which the tip of the piercing member is arranged outside the protection chamber wherein the first member is arranged to turn with respect to the second member between a locked position and an unlocked position so that when the first member is in the locked position the first member is substantially unable to slide along the longitudinal axis A and when the first member is in the unlocked position the first member is enabled to slide along the longitudinal axis A.
A device and method for mixing medical fluids is disclosed. The device has an inlet port, an injection port, an outlet port, a first duct between the injection port and the inlet port, and a second duct between the inlet port and the outlet port. The injection port is sealed by a fluid-proof membrane which can be penetrated by an injection needle. The device further includes at least a first portion made of a first material and a second portion made of a second, substantially more resilient material, wherein the inlet port and the injection port are included in the first portion and the outlet port is included in the second portion, and the first and second portions are attached to each other by means of a combined friction coupling and snap connection.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
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Method and assembly for fluid transfer and drug containment in an infusion system
A fluid transfer assembly, drug container, and method for enabling fluid transfer in an infusion system is taught. The assembly includes a fluid container containing an infusion fluid, and a drug container. The fluid container has at least one inlet port for receiving a medical substance from the drug container. The assembly further includes at least one fluid barrier controlling fluid passage between the drug container and the fluid container. The inlet port exhibits a first luer-lock connector, and the drug container is sealed by a cap exhibiting a second luer-lock connector for attachment to the first luer-lock connector. The fluid barrier is designed and arranged to be ruptured by an external force to allow the fluid passage.
A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
Goods & Services
(1) Plastic articles for medical use, namely, sterile disposable system , comprised primarily of a protective cover, injector and connector devices, sold empty, for the sealed handling of parenteral drugs.
sterile disposable system, comprised primarily of a protective cover, injector and connector devices, sold empty, for the sealed handling of parenteral drugs
