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Catheterization package
Assignee: Allegiance Corp
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Filing: 1979-04-09
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Granted: 1980-10-07
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Expires: 1999-04-09
Abstract
Abstract A single-use disposable catheterization package containing the components required for accomplishing a catheterization procedure includes an outer tray and an inner tray. During storage the inner tray is nested within the outer tray and the components required for the catheterization procedure are organized within respective recesses provided on the inner tray. Upon use, the trays are separated and liquid collected as a result of the procedure is received in the outer tray. To prevent spillage, the inner tray is inverted and attached to the outer tray to provide a closed compartment. Rim portions on the inner and outer trays provide a locking leak-resistant engagement between the trays.
Inventors
- 👤 David V. Beddow
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 19:51
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61M; A61M25/00; A61M25/002; A61B; A61B50/00; A61B50/30; A61F; A61F17/00; A61B50/33
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
227 words
A disposable catheterization package of the type containing components for a catheterization procedure, comprising: an outer tray including side walls and a circumferential rim portion; an inner tray including a circumferential rim portion dimensioned to engage said outer tray rim portion whereby said inner tray is nestingly suspended within said outer tray during storage of said package, said inner tray including a plurality of recesses on the surface thereof for receiving at least a portion of the components contained in the package; said outer tray rim portion including a channel and inner and outer generally flat horizontal flange portions on either side of said channel; said inner tray rim portion including a flat horizontal flange portion and a lip portion upstanding therefrom; said inner flange portion of said outer tray rim and said flange portion of said inner tray rim being disposed for engaging in an abutting relationship when said inner tray is nested within said outer tray; a notch-like recess along said inner flange portion of said outer tray rim for receiving in supporting relationship a portion of a catheter used in the catheterization procedure; said lip portion of said inner tray rim being receivable within said channel of said outer tray rim when said inner tray is inverted, to provide a closed spill-resistant container between said tray portions for liquid collected during the catheterization procedure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
227 words
A disposable catheterization package of the type containing components for a catheterization procedure, comprising: an outer tray including side walls and a circumferential rim portion; an inner tray including a circumferential rim portion dimensioned to engage said outer tray rim portion whereby said inner tray is nestingly suspended within said outer tray during storage of said package, said inner tray including a plurality of recesses on the surface thereof for receiving at least a portion of the components contained in the package; said outer tray rim portion including a channel and inner and outer generally flat horizontal flange portions on either side of said channel; said inner tray rim portion including a flat horizontal flange portion and a lip portion upstanding therefrom; said inner flange portion of said outer tray rim and said flange portion of said inner tray rim being disposed for engaging in an abutting relationship when said inner tray is nested within said outer tray; a notch-like recess along said inner flange portion of said outer tray rim for receiving in supporting relationship a portion of a catheter used in the catheterization procedure; said lip portion of said inner tray rim being receivable within said channel of said outer tray rim when said inner tray is inverted, to provide a closed spill-resistant container between said tray portions for liquid collected during the catheterization procedure.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
A disposable catheterization package in accordance with claim 1 wherein the edge of said outer flange portion of said outer tray rim is downturned.
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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) | 1983-10-07 | 1984-04-07 | 1984-10-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-10-07 | 1988-04-07 | 1988-10-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-10-07 | 1992-04-07 | 1992-10-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |