Apparatus for the disposal of contaminated needles

Details Apparatus for the disposal of contaminated needles Apparatus for the disposal of contaminated needles

1991-09-26

1993-07-27

Gehman, Bryon P.

Special receptacle or package

For a tool

Body treatment

206364, 206365, 604192, 604263, A61B 514

Patent

active

052304280

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and a method for the immediate elimination of hazards associated with exposure to biocontaminated needles. The apparatus includes a protective housing fabricated of a material that resists penetration by a needle and a resilient material capable of being easily penetrated by a needle but which offers substantial resistance to withdrawal of the needle.

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