20240033478. URINARY CATHETER ASSEMBLIES HAVING A SLEEVE simplified abstract (Hollister Incorporated)

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URINARY CATHETER ASSEMBLIES HAVING A SLEEVE

Organization Name

Hollister Incorporated

Inventor(s)

Padraig M. O'flynn of Ballina (IE)

James J. Fitzpatrick of Ballina (IE)

Shamsedin Rostami of South Cambridgeshire (GB)

URINARY CATHETER ASSEMBLIES HAVING A SLEEVE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240033478 titled 'URINARY CATHETER ASSEMBLIES HAVING A SLEEVE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a catheter assembly that includes a catheter positioned within a sleeve. The catheter has a coating that produces a low-friction surface when treated with an activating fluid. The assembly also includes a protective tip connected to the sleeve, which has internal seals at its proximal and distal ends. A cap of the assembly has a projection that can be inserted into the protective tip to create a fluid reservoir within it. The projection may be partially hollow to receive a portion of the catheter. The sleeve may be narrow or have a narrowed portion to improve the distribution of activating fluid to the catheter's surface.

  • The catheter assembly includes a catheter with a low-friction coating that can be activated by a fluid.
  • A protective tip is connected to the sleeve and has internal seals.
  • The cap of the assembly has a projection that can be inserted into the protective tip to create a fluid reservoir.
  • The projection may be partially hollow to accommodate a portion of the catheter.
  • The sleeve may be narrow or have a narrowed portion to improve fluid distribution to the catheter's surface.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Medical procedures requiring the use of catheters, such as urinary catheterization, intravenous therapy, or cardiovascular interventions.
  • Minimally invasive surgeries where smooth catheter movement is crucial.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Reduces friction between the catheter and the surrounding tissues, minimizing discomfort and potential damage during insertion and removal.
  • Improves the ease of catheter insertion and maneuverability within the body.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhanced patient comfort during catheterization procedures.
  • Reduced risk of tissue damage or trauma.
  • Improved efficiency and accuracy during medical procedures.
  • Facilitates smoother and easier catheter movement within the body.


Original Abstract Submitted

a catheter assembly includes a catheter at least partially positioned within a sleeve. the catheter has a coating, which produces a low-friction surface on the catheter when treated with an activating fluid. a protective tip is connected to the sleeve and has proximal and distal internal seals, with the proximal seal at the proximal end of the tip or between proximal and distal ends of the protective tip. a cap of the assembly has a projection, which is removably received within the protective tip for sealing engagement with the proximal and distal seals to define a fluid reservoir within the protective tip. an activating fluid is contained within the fluid reservoir. the projection may be partially hollow to receive a portion of the catheter. the sleeve may be relatively narrow or at least have a narrowed portion for better distribution of activating fluid to the surface of the catheter.

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