US20070049945A1 — Apparatus and methods to install, support and/or …

Claim 1

Independent Claim 59 words

1 . Apparatus for supporting an intraosseous device disposed at a target site in a patient comprising: a supporting structure having an opening formed therein; the opening having a configuration and interior dimensions compatible with exterior portions of the intraosseous device; and an attachment mechanism operable to releasably engage the supporting structure to a patient proximate a target site.

Claim 2

Dependent Claim 59 words

1 . Apparatus for supporting an intraosseous device disposed at a target site in a patient comprising: a supporting structure having an opening formed therein; the opening having a configuration and interior dimensions compatible with exterior portions of the intraosseous device; and an attachment mechanism operable to releasably engage the supporting structure to a patient proximate a target site.

Claim 3

Dependent Claim 26 words

2 . The apparatus of claim 1 further comprising the attachment mechanism selected from the group consisting of an elastomeric band, a strap, and a belt.

Claim 4

Dependent Claim 99 words

3 . The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the attachment mechanism further comprises: the supporting structure having a generally hollow, cylindrical portion sized to receive a portion of the intraosseous device therein; a strap having a first end and a second end; a first flap extending from the cylindrical portion and a second flap extending from the cylindrical portion; an first opening formed in the first flap and a second opening formed in the second flap; and the first opening and the second opening sized to respectively receive the first end and the second end of the strap therein.

Claim 5

Dependent Claim 120 words

4 . The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the attachment mechanism further comprises: a strap having a first end and a second end; a first flap extending from the supporting structure and a second flap extending from the supporting structure; a first opening formed in the first end of the strap and a second opening formed in proximate the second end of the strap; and a first projection extending from the first flap; the first projection sized to be releasably engaged with the first opening of the first end of the strap; and a second projection extending from the second flap; and the second opening formed in the second end of the strap sized to releasably receive the second projection.

Claim 6

Dependent Claim 64 words

5 . The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the attachment mechanism further comprises: a first band sized to be releasably engaged with a patient's limb when the intraosseous device is disposed at a target site in the patient's limb; a dome attached with the band; and the dome having an opening formed therein and sized to receive a portion of the intraosseous device therein.

Claim 7

Dependent Claim 81 words

6 . The apparatus of claim 1 were in the attachment mechanism further comprises: a band sized to be received within sized to be releasably engaged with a patient's limb; a supporting structure having a generally hollow cylindrical portion sized to receive a portion of the intraosseous device therein; the band operable to be releasably engaged with a patient's limb; and a strain gage attached with the band an operable to detect increasing or decreasing the strain placed on the band.

Claim 8

Dependent Claim 74 words

7 . The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the supporting structure further comprises a generally hollow dome shaped configuration; the dome shaped configuration having an interior diameter compatible with the exterior diameter of portions of the intraosseous device; a strap; the dome shaped structure mounted on the strap; a target disposed in the dome in the opening of the dome shaped structure; and the strap operable to be releasably engaged with a patient's limb.

Claim 9

Dependent Claim 92 words

8 . The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the attachment mechanism further comprises: a band having a first end and a second end; a first strip of hook and loop type material disposed adjacent to the first end of the band; and a strip of hook and loop type material disposed adjacent to the second end of the band whereby the strip of hook and loop material on the first end of the band maybe releasably engaged with the strip of hook and loop type material approximate the second of the band.

Claim 10

Dependent Claim 95 words

9 . Apparatus for stabilizing an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow comprising: a supporting structure and a strap; the strap operable to releasably secure the supporting structure proximate an insertion site for the intraosseous device; the supporting structure having an opening formed therein and sized to receive at least a potion of the intraosseous device; and the strap and the supporting structure cooperating with each other to minimize movement of the intraosseous device relative to the insertion site when the portion of the intraosseous device is disposed in the opening of the supporting structure.

Claim 11

Dependent Claim 95 words

9 . Apparatus for stabilizing an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow comprising: a supporting structure and a strap; the strap operable to releasably secure the supporting structure proximate an insertion site for the intraosseous device; the supporting structure having an opening formed therein and sized to receive at least a potion of the intraosseous device; and the strap and the supporting structure cooperating with each other to minimize movement of the intraosseous device relative to the insertion site when the portion of the intraosseous device is disposed in the opening of the supporting structure.

Claim 12

Dependent Claim 34 words

10 . The apparatus of claim 9 further comprising: a sensor attached to the strap; and the sensor operable to detect parameters associated with providing fluids to the bone marrow through the intraosseous device.

Claim 13

Dependent Claim 41 words

11 . The apparatus of claim 9 further comprising: the intraosseous device having a tip operable to be disposed in the bone marrow; a sensor attached with the tip; and the sensor operable to detect intraosseous pressure of the bone marrow.

Claim 14

Dependent Claim 28 words

12 . The apparatus of claim 11 further comprising: a wire extending from the intraosseous device to a monitor; and the monitor operable to indicate the intraosseous pressure.

Claim 15

Dependent Claim 37 words

13 . The apparatus of claim 9 wherein the opening in the supporting structure comprises a recess sized to receive a penetrator assembly and to guide the penetrator assembly into a selected insertion site in a patent.

Claim 16

Dependent Claim 81 words

14 . A system operable to monitor the performance of an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow comprising: the intraosseous device having the first end operable to be inserted into the bone marrow; the intraosseous device having a second end extending from the bone marrow; the intraosseous device a wire extending through the longitudinal bore of the intraosseous device and engaged with the pressure sensor; and the wire coupled with a pressure monitor to record intraosseous pressure of the bone marrow.

Claim 17

Dependent Claim 81 words

14 . A system operable to monitor the performance of an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow comprising: the intraosseous device having the first end operable to be inserted into the bone marrow; the intraosseous device having a second end extending from the bone marrow; the intraosseous device a wire extending through the longitudinal bore of the intraosseous device and engaged with the pressure sensor; and the wire coupled with a pressure monitor to record intraosseous pressure of the bone marrow.

Claim 18

Dependent Claim 47 words

15 . The system of claim 14 further comprising: a supporting structure having an opening formed therein; the opening having a configuration and interior dimensions compatible with exterior dimensions of the intraosseous device; and an attachment mechanism operable to releasably engage these supporting structure to the patient.

Claim 19

Dependent Claim 97 words

16 . A system for monitoring performance of an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow in a patient's limb comprising: the intraosseous device having a first end operable to the be disposed within the bone marrow and a second end operable to be connected with tubing; the tubing operable to communicate fluid between a fluid source and the bone marrow; a pressure sensor operable to monitor pressure in a compartment of the patient's limb adjacent to the bone marrow; and the pressure sensor operable to detect any increase in pressure within the compartment of the patient's limb.

Claim 20

Dependent Claim 97 words

16 . A system for monitoring performance of an intraosseous device disposed in bone marrow in a patient's limb comprising: the intraosseous device having a first end operable to the be disposed within the bone marrow and a second end operable to be connected with tubing; the tubing operable to communicate fluid between a fluid source and the bone marrow; a pressure sensor operable to monitor pressure in a compartment of the patient's limb adjacent to the bone marrow; and the pressure sensor operable to detect any increase in pressure within the compartment of the patient's limb.

Claim 21

Dependent Claim 35 words

17 . The system of claim 16 further comprising: the fluid source having a control valve; and the pressure sensor operable to close the control valve when pressure in the compartment sees a preset level.

Claim 22

Dependent Claim 40 words

18 . The system of claim 16 wherein the pressure sensor further comprises: a hollow needle insert into the compartment; a hollow tube connecting the hollow needle with a pressure gauge; and the pressure gauge connected to a pressure monitor.

Claim 23

Dependent Claim 49 words

19 . A method of providing vascular access in a patient's limb comprising: inserting an intraosseous device into bone marrow at a target site in patient's limb; releasably attaching a supporting structure with the intraosseous device; and releasably attaching the supporting structure with the patient proximate the injection site.

Claim 24

Dependent Claim 49 words

19 . A method of providing vascular access in a patient's limb comprising: inserting an intraosseous device into bone marrow at a target site in patient's limb; releasably attaching a supporting structure with the intraosseous device; and releasably attaching the supporting structure with the patient proximate the injection site.

Claim 25

Dependent Claim 16 words

20 . The method of claim 19 further comprising monitoring intraosseous pressure within the bone marrow.

Claim 26

Dependent Claim 35 words

21 . The method of claim 19 further comprising: monitoring tissue pressure in a compartment of the patient's limb approximate the bone marrow; and alerting medical personnel if the tissue pressure exceeds a preset limit.

Claim 27

Dependent Claim 27 words

22 . The method of claim 19 further comprising: monitoring intraosseous pressure within the bone marrow; alerting medical personnel when the intraosseous pressure exceeds a preset limit.

Claim 28

Dependent Claim 52 words

23 . The method of claim 19 further comprising: attaching the support structure to the patient with a strap having a strain gage operable to detect increases in the size of the patient's limb; and alerting medical personnel if the increase in the size of the patient's leg exceeds a preset limit.

Claim 29

Dependent Claim 96 words

24 . An apparatus for penetrating a bone and associated bone marrow comprising: a penetrator assembly operable to penetrate the bone and associated bone marrow; the penetrator assembly including an outer penetrator having a first end and a second end; the first end of the outer penetrator operable to be inserted in the bone and associated bone marrow; the outer penetrator having a generally tapered exterior configuration extending between the first end to the second end; and the exterior configuration of the outer penetrator selected to provide an optimum seal with adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 30

Dependent Claim 96 words

24 . An apparatus for penetrating a bone and associated bone marrow comprising: a penetrator assembly operable to penetrate the bone and associated bone marrow; the penetrator assembly including an outer penetrator having a first end and a second end; the first end of the outer penetrator operable to be inserted in the bone and associated bone marrow; the outer penetrator having a generally tapered exterior configuration extending between the first end to the second end; and the exterior configuration of the outer penetrator selected to provide an optimum seal with adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 31

Dependent Claim 32 words

25 . The apparatus of claim 24 wherein the penetrator assembly further comprises: an inner penetrator slidably disposed within the outer penetrator; and the inner penetrator releasably engaged with the outer penetrator.

Claim 32

Dependent Claim 34 words

26 . The apparatus of claim 24 further comprising: a connector receptacle disposed proximate the second end of the outer penetrator; and the connector receptacle operable to releasably engage the apparatus with a driver.

Claim 33

Dependent Claim 21 words

27 . The apparatus of claim 24 further comprising the penetrator assembly operable to be releasably engaged with a powered driver.

Claim 34

Dependent Claim 21 words

28 . The apparatus of claim 24 further comprising the penetrator assembly operable to be releasably engaged with a manual driver.

Claim 35

Dependent Claim 119 words

29 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: a first end and a second end; the first end of the intraosseous device operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; exterior portions of the intraosseous device having a tapered configuration extending from the first end towards the second end; a layer of sealant disposed on exterior portions of the intraosseous device extending from the first end towards the second end; and the tapered configuration and the layer of sealant cooperating with each other to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of any fluid between the exterior of the intraosseous device and adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 36

Dependent Claim 119 words

29 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: a first end and a second end; the first end of the intraosseous device operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; exterior portions of the intraosseous device having a tapered configuration extending from the first end towards the second end; a layer of sealant disposed on exterior portions of the intraosseous device extending from the first end towards the second end; and the tapered configuration and the layer of sealant cooperating with each other to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of any fluid between the exterior of the intraosseous device and adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 37

Dependent Claim 24 words

30 . The intraosseous device of claim 29 further comprising the layer of sealant selected from the group consisting of silicone and methyl methacrylate.

Claim 38

Dependent Claim 115 words

31 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: an outer penetrator having a first end and a second end; the first end of the outer penetrator operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; exterior portions of the outer penetrator having a generally tapered configuration extending from the first end towards the second end; and the generally tapered configuration of exterior portions of the outer penetrator operable to form a fluid barrier with adjacent portions of the bone and to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of fluid between the exterior of the outer penetrator and the adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 39

Dependent Claim 115 words

31 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: an outer penetrator having a first end and a second end; the first end of the outer penetrator operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; exterior portions of the outer penetrator having a generally tapered configuration extending from the first end towards the second end; and the generally tapered configuration of exterior portions of the outer penetrator operable to form a fluid barrier with adjacent portions of the bone and to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of fluid between the exterior of the outer penetrator and the adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 40

Dependent Claim 81 words

32 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: a first end and a second end; the first end of the intraosseous device operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; and exterior portions of the outer penetrator having a layer of sealant disposed thereon to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of any fluid between the exterior portions of the outer penetrator and adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 41

Dependent Claim 81 words

32 . An intraosseous device operable to harvest bone marrow comprising: a first end and a second end; the first end of the intraosseous device operable to penetrate bone and bone marrow; a longitudinal bore extending between the first end and the second end; and exterior portions of the outer penetrator having a layer of sealant disposed thereon to substantially reduce or eliminate leakage of any fluid between the exterior portions of the outer penetrator and adjacent portions of the bone.

Claim 42

Dependent Claim 22 words

33 . The intraosseous device of claim 32 further comprising the sealant selected from the group consisting of silicone and methyl methacrylate.

Apparatus and methods to install, support and/or monitor performance of intraosseous devices

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