20240024653. FLUID DELIVERY CONNECTOR PROTECTION DEVICES AND METHODS simplified abstract (Georgia Tech Research Corporation)
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FLUID DELIVERY CONNECTOR PROTECTION DEVICES AND METHODS
Organization Name
Georgia Tech Research Corporation
Inventor(s)
Scott J. Hollister of Atlanta GA (US)
Sarah Jo Tucker of Atlanta GA (US)
Joanna Kriegler Grossman of Atlanta GA (US)
Kishan Pithadia of Atlanta GA (US)
Adam S. Verga of Atlanta GA (US)
FLUID DELIVERY CONNECTOR PROTECTION DEVICES AND METHODS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240024653 titled 'FLUID DELIVERY CONNECTOR PROTECTION DEVICES AND METHODS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application for systems, methods, and devices that prevent contaminants from entering a central venous catheter connection. The device consists of two body sections, with one section hingeably connected to the other. The device has an open configuration and a closed configuration, where in the closed configuration, the internal cavities of both body sections create a connector cavity.
- The device prevents contaminants from entering a central venous catheter connection.
- It consists of two body sections that can be hinged together.
- The closed configuration of the device creates a connector cavity.
- The device has a first tubing notch positioned at the end of one of the body sections.
Potential Applications:
- Medical settings where central venous catheters are used.
- Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
Problems Solved:
- Prevents contaminants from entering the central venous catheter connection.
- Reduces the risk of infections and complications associated with contaminated catheters.
Benefits:
- Improved patient safety by reducing the risk of infections.
- Simplifies the process of connecting and disconnecting central venous catheters.
- Provides a secure and reliable connection for central venous catheters.
Original Abstract Submitted
systems, methods, and devices for prohibiting contaminants from entering a central venous catheter connection are disclosed. a device described herein includes a first body section defining a first internal cavity and a second body section defining a second internal cavity. the second body section can be hingeably connected to the first body section. a first tubing notch is positioned at an end of at least one of the first body section or the second body section. the device has an open configuration and a closed configuration, and wherein, in the closed configuration, the first internal cavity and the second internal cavity are adjacent to create a connector cavity configured to contain a first connector.
