Medical device dispenser and method of use
Inventors
Lampropoulos, Fred • Daily, Michael O. • Mottola, Jim • Gazzano, Frank P. • JENKINS, RICHARD P. • Avula, Mahender • Sykes, Kenneth • Cindrich, Christopher • McArthur, Gregory R. • Caldwell, Diana N.
Assignees
HEALTH LINE INTERNATIONAL CORP., DBA HEALTH LINE MEDICAL PRODUCTS
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Publication Number
US-11160629-B2
Publication Date
2021-11-02
Expiration Date
Abstract
Medical device dispensers along with related systems and methods are disclosed herein. In some embodiments dispenses within the scope of this disclosure may be configured to couple another structure such as an IV pole. Additionally, dispensers within the scope of this disclosure may be configured with locking or otherwise tamper resistant elements.
Core Innovation
The medical device dispenser system comprises a plurality of medical devices and a dispenser with a hopper having an open end, a base coupled to the open end, and a dispensing mechanism. Disclosed dispenser configurations include a lockable or twist-open lid, sensor- or key-activated dispensing, roller-and-recess or depressible-hopper mechanisms, and an openable catch tray. The system provides medical devices, identified as disinfecting caps for infusion therapy.
The disclosure describes holder configurations for mounting the dispenser to an IV pole or support, including an eyebolt coupled to the hopper, unequal-diameter rings coupled by a tie bar, and a fabric sling carrier with suspension and security straps. Additional configurations depict a multi-panel enclosure holder and multiple dispensers on a support. The problem addressed in the background section is not explicitly described in patent.
Claims Coverage
The claims identify three independent claims, claims 1, 12, and 16, representing three inventive features.
Eyebolt-coupled dispenser holder
Claim 1 covers a medical device dispenser system comprising a plurality of medical devices, a dispenser with a hopper having an open end, a base coupled to the open end, a dispensing mechanism, and a holder comprising an eyebolt coupled to the hopper.
Two-ring dispenser holder joined by a tie bar
Claim 12 covers a medical device dispenser system comprising a plurality of medical devices, a dispenser with a hopper having an open end, a base coupled to the open end, a dispensing mechanism, and a holder comprising a first ring, a second ring, and a tie bar coupled to both rings, with the first ring configured with a larger diameter than the second ring.
Sling dispenser holder with suspension and security straps
Claim 16 covers a medical device dispenser system comprising a plurality of medical devices, a dispenser with a hopper having an open end, a base coupled to the open end, a dispensing mechanism, and a holder comprising a sling with a first opening at a first end, a second opening at a second end, suspension straps, and security straps.
The three independent claims share the hopper-based dispenser and plurality of medical devices, distinguishing claim coverage through an eyebolt holder, a holder with unequal-diameter rings joined by a tie bar, or a sling holder with suspension and security straps.
Stated Advantages
Not explicitly described in patent.
Documented Applications
A medical device dispenser system for dispensing a plurality of medical devices, specifically providing disinfecting caps for infusion therapy.
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