Patents Examined by Randy C. Shaw
  • Patent number: 5074850
    Abstract: An extracorporeal auxilliary device attachable to a percutaneous tube formed of tubular member having a universal adaptor at one end for attaching to the tube and an adaptor at the opposite end for attachment to a drainage bag. A plurality of ports provided with closures are located in the tubular member along the length thereof, and a clamp downstream from the ports for opening and closing access to the drainage bag. Food and medication is inserted into the patient's stomach through two ports, and air escapes through a third port. The device includes an appropriate drainage bag and may be made of plastic or rubber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 1990
    Date of Patent: December 24, 1991
    Assignees: Anthony Chion, William B. Saltzman
    Inventor: Paulette Chion