Abstract: Disclosed herein is a tool for removing an implanted item from beneath the skin, the tool comprising: a clamping device configured to engage with the skin to retain the implanted item in a known position relative to the tool; a cutting device for cutting an opening in the skin; and a gripping device configured to move through an opening in the skin and grip an implanted item; such that, in use, the implanted item is retained by the clamping device substantially in the known position and the cutting device creates an opening in the skin through which the gripping device then passes to grip an implanted item. Advantageously, the tool reduces the complexity of an implant removal process and does not require significant operator skill to use. It further reduces the time required and the variation in the outcome of such a procedure.

Abstract: An inserter assembly for a peripheral catheter assembly configured with an adhesive plaster member, wherein the catheter tube extends through the plaster member. The inserter assembly includes a first inserter part having first and second legs, a bridge member connecting the first and second legs at a distance from each other, with the bridge member adapted for detachably engaging or holding at least a part of the needle module extending coaxially between the first and second legs. The inserter assembly includes a second inserter part for covering the needle. The plaster member impairs visual sight and the line of vision to the needle tip during puncture may be impaired. To prevent this the first inserter part serves for holding a back-folded part of the plaster member.

Abstract: An actuator for adjusting the length of an extensible member, the actuator comprising: a driving mechanism; a rotary member arranged to be driven about its axis by the driving mechanism selectively in a first direction and a second direction; and an elongate flexible member supported by a constraint means for transmitting force from the actuator to the extensible member in order to adjust the length thereof; the elongate flexible member passing around and being engaged with the rotary member such that rotation of the rotary member in the first direction causes the elongate flexible member to be extended and rotation in the second direction causes the elongate flexible member to be retracted.

Abstract: A peripheral catheter assembly having a hollow catheter hub, a female proximal end, a distal end provided with a catheter tube, at least one infusion port located between the distal and proximal ends, a hollow needle module that includes a needle held by a male socket arranged to sealingly engage the female proximal end, and a sealing member engaged inside the catheter hub which serves for facilitating venipuncture without unintended splashing of blood. A sealing valve that includes a septum seal having a weakened portion surrounded by deflectable septum walls, and a hollow tubular extension which protrudes towards a free end from the periphery of the septum seal and extends inside the catheter hub past the infusion port towards the distal end of the catheter hub provide a self-closable sealing member which provide the physician the freedom to leave the patient when the needle module is retracted.

Abstract: An inserter assembly for a peripheral catheter assembly configured with an adhesive plaster member, wherein the catheter tube extends through the plaster member. The inserter assembly includes a first inserter part having first and second legs, a bridge member connecting the first and second legs at a distance from each other, with the bridge member adapted for detachably engaging or holding at least a part of the needle module extending coaxially between the first and second legs. The inserter assembly includes a second inserter part for covering the needle. The plaster member impairs visual sight and the line of vision to the needle tip during puncture may be impaired. To prevent this the first inserter part serves for holding a back-folded part of the plaster member.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adapter attached to a human or animal body at a stoma, a detachable lid on the adapter, and a connector for connecting an ostomy bag to the adapter. The adapter includes a protruding section extending from the stoma, and a member for mounting a detachable lid onto the end of the protruding section. The adapter and lid are arranged such that the lid can be slid onto and off the adapter in a direction relatively perpendicular to the axis of the protruding section of the adapter. The connector is arranged to connect the ostomy bag to the adapter and to slide the lid off the adapter. In this way, there is no risk of odors or waste leaking from the adapter or the ostomy bag while the bag is being connected to the adapter.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adapter attached to a human or animal body at a stoma, a detachable lid on the adapter, and a connector for connecting an ostomy bag to the adapter. The adapter includes a protruding section extending from the stoma, and a member for mounting a detachable lid onto the end of the protruding section. The adapter and lid are arranged such that the lid can be slid onto and off the adapter in a direction relatively perpendicular to the axis of the protruding section of the adapter. The connector is arranged to connect the ostomy bag to the adapter and to slide the lid off the adapter. In this way, there is no risk of odors or waste leaking from the adapter or the ostomy bag while the bag is being connected to the adapter.

Abstract: An injection syringe comprises a tubular housing, a hollow plunger disposed for reciprocating displacements, partly in the housing, between an advanced and a retracted position, an elongated retraction member arranged for being moved from an advanced to a retracted position in relation to the plunger with at least a part of the retraction member placed inside the plunger, and a spring acting with a spring power between the plunger and the retraction member; a hypodermic needle, displaceable between a first position, wherein it is releasable mounted in the housing and a part of the needle is protruding from the housing, and a second position, wherein the needle is retracted into the housing or the plunger; a releasable retainer arrangement acting between the plunger and the retraction member for retaining the retraction member in its advanced position in relation to the plunger, a releasing mechanism for releasing the retainer when the plunger is in or close to its advanced position, and a coupling for connect

Abstract: A disposable injection syringe for allowing a comfortable injection at a low injury risk of the user. The syringe includes an injection needle, a tubular cylinder having a free opening at a first end, an end part with a through hole for slidably accommodating the injection needle at an opening of a second end of the tubular cylinder opposite the free opening, a piston reciprocally accommodated in the cylinder, a piston rod attached to the piston and extending into the cylinder through the free opening of the cylinder, a coupling for interlocking the piston and the injection needle at least in the reverse direction of the injection piston stroke. The coupling has two coupling parts, one of which is attached to the piston and the other of which is attached to the injection needle. The coupling parts are spaced from each other during at least part of the injection stroke and interlock during withdrawal.

Abstract: A peripheral catheter assembly having a hollow catheter hub, a female proximal end, a distal end provided with a catheter tube, at least one infusion port located between the distal and proximal ends, a hollow needle module that includes a needle held by a male socket arranged to sealingly engage the female proximal end, and a sealing member engaged inside the catheter hub which serves for facilitating venipuncture without unintended splashing of blood. A sealing valve that includes a septum seal having a weakened portion surrounded by deflectable septum walls, and a hollow tubular extension which protrudes towards a free end from the periphery of the septum seal and extends inside the catheter hub past the infusion port towards the distal end of the catheter hub provide a self-closable sealing member which provide the physician the freedom to leave the patient when the needle module is retracted.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adapter (3) attached to a human or animal body at a stoma, a detachable lid (4) on the adapter, and a connector (2;49) for connecting an ostomy bag (1) to the adapter. The adapter (3) is of the kind which comprises a protruding section (18) extending from the stoma, and mounting means (20) for mounting a detachable lid (4) onto the end of the protruding section. The adapter (3) and lid (4) are arranged such that the lid can be slid onto and off the adapter in a direction relatively perpendicular to the axis of the protruding section of the adapter. The connector (2;49) is arranged to connect the ostomy bag (1) to the adapter (3) and to slide the lid (4) off the adapter. In this way, there is no risk of odors or waste leaking from the adapter or the ostomy bag while the bag is being connected to the adapter.

Abstract: A disposable injection syringe for allowing a comfortable injection at a low injury risk of the user. The syringe includes an injection needle, a tubular cylinder having a free opening at a first end, an end part with a through hole for slidably accommodating the injection needle at an opening of a second end of the tubular cylinder opposite the free opening, a piston reciprocally accommodated in the cylinder, a piston rod attached to the piston and extending into the cylinder through the free opening of the cylinder, a coupling for interlocking the piston and the injection needle at least in the reverse direction of the injection piston stroke. The coupling has two coupling parts, one of which is attached to the piston and the other of which is attached to the injection needle. The coupling parts are spaced from each other during at least part of the injection stroke and interlock during withdrawal.

Abstract: A plant for producing products assembled of injection-molded plastic components. The plant includes a conveying system with one or more rails for conveying the components through the plant, a longitudinal groove formed in each rail for accommodating at least one suspension part of each of the sprues used for injection-molding the components, and a member for slidably displacing the suspension parts in the longitudinal grooves while the sprues are still connected with their components. The plant has a simple and inexpensive construction while also providing a very high production rate.

Abstract: An infusion set for administering an infusion fluid to a patient. The infusion set includes a fluid container for the infusion fluid, an injection needle for injecting the infusion fluid into the patient's body, a flow regulator having a housing with an inlet, which communicates with the fluid container, and an outlet, which communicates with the injection needle via a fluid duct, at least one fluid chamber in the housing, at least one floater placed in the at least one fluid chamber. Moreover the infusion set comprises an inlet throttle and/or closure valve that includes a valve seat formed on the housing at the inlet and a corresponding inlet valve body connected with the floater at an axial distance from the at least one floater by at least one connector, an air gap formed between the inlet valve body and the floater, and at least one opening in the at least one connector for allowing fluid communication between the inlet throttle and/or closure valve and the housing.