Fluid handling – With casing – support – protector or static constructional... – With hose storage or retrieval means
Reexamination Certificate
2006-07-18
2009-02-10
Lee, Kevin L (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
With casing, support, protector or static constructional...
With hose storage or retrieval means
C137S355280
Reexamination Certificate
active
07487791
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus to aid in the holding and retention of tubing or cables used on patients in a hospital environment is disclosed. The invention is envisioned to be used on intravenous tubing, air tubing, sensor cables and the like. The invention would comprise a clamshell-like case with the approximate dimensions of two inches high, three inches wide and approximately eight inches long. When opened, a series of “S”-shaped grooves along with one that is straight and routed through the center of the case along the long dimension is visible. Excess tubing or cables are routed back and forth along the “S”-shaped grooves and then out the straight one when the slack is taken in. The case is then snapped shut. The case would be made of a semi-pliable material in lieu of a hard plastic for increased patient comfort should the patient physically contact the invention. The invention can be snapped together in a gang fashion in those instances where more than one cable or tube needs to be controlled. Finally, the invention utilizes an elastic strap to help hold the invention in place. The use of the present invention allows patients connected to medical equipment by cables or by tubing, the ability to move about without becoming entangled or trapped.
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Lee Kevin L
Montgomery Robert C.
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