US3672367A
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Retaining clip for catheter sheath
Assignee: Abbott Laboratories
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Filing: 1970-05-25
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Granted: 1972-06-27
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Expires: 1990-05-25
Abstract
Abstract Disclosed herein is a retaining clip for the sheath used to protect a catheter tube from contamination during insertion of the guiding needle. The clip is designed to snap over the hub of the needle and at the same time clasp the mouth of the sheath about the hub. The clip includes a curved body portion and a pair of curved depending legs. An upturned neck extends from the body portion to facilitate removal of the clip after the needle has been inserted.
Inventors
- 👤 Henry M Scislowicz
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 09:26
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61M; A61M25/00; A61M25/01; A61M25/0105; A61M25/0111
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
115 words
In a catheter assembly including a needle having a hub on one end thereof, a passage extending through the entire length of said needle, a catheter tube within said passage and extending from said needle at the hub end thereof, and a sheath over the extension of said catheter tube, the improvement including: said sheath having a mouth fitted loosely about the hub of said needle and a clip removably securing said sheath to said hub, said clip having a configuration to mate with said hub and defining a gripping surface extending greater than 180* but less than 360* around said hub, said clip having a laterally extending portion to facilitate removal of said clip.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
115 words
In a catheter assembly including a needle having a hub on one end thereof, a passage extending through the entire length of said needle, a catheter tube within said passage and extending from said needle at the hub end thereof, and a sheath over the extension of said catheter tube, the improvement including: said sheath having a mouth fitted loosely about the hub of said needle and a clip removably securing said sheath to said hub, said clip having a configuration to mate with said hub and defining a gripping surface extending greater than 180* but less than 360* around said hub, said clip having a laterally extending portion to facilitate removal of said clip.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
47 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said clip includes a body having a pair of depending curved legs with concave surfaces facing each other, the body and legs in combination defining the arc of a circle greater than 180* but less than 360* .
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 2 wherein said laterally extending portion inclUdes an upturned neck extending from said body.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said sheath is tubular and has a bulbous segment mediate its ends.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 4 wherein said tubular sheath has weakened sections circumferentially thereabout at each end of said bulbous segment.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 4 wherein said sheath is closed at an end opposite from said mouth.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
18 words
A catheter assembly as defined in claim 3 wherein said clip is constructed of a flexible plastic material.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-06-27 | 1975-12-27 | 1976-06-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-06-27 | 1979-12-27 | 1980-06-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-06-27 | 1983-12-27 | 1984-06-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |