Abstract: Disclosed is a peel pouch adapted to enclose an article to be sterilized, the peel pouch having a base panel having an exterior surface and an edge. In selected embodiments, a first and a second flap are disposed along the edge of the base panel so that the first flap is spaced apart from the second flap. The peel pouch further includes a cover panel having at least one tab disposed on along an edge of the cover panel, the cover panel overlying the base panel. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the tab is disposed above and between the first and second flaps. At least one seal joins the cover panel to the base panel so that a pocket suitable to receive articles to be sterilized is formed. The peel pouch may be electret treated prior to insertion of the article to be sterilized. During opening of the peel pouch, the exterior surface of the base panel is held against a supporting surface while a separating force is applied to the tab of the cover panel to separate the cover panel from the base panel.

Abstract: A device, having a case body and case lid, for use with a remote visual inspection system. The case body is adapted to accommodate a light source for providing light to the remote visual inspection system. The case lid is adapted to cover the case body, and to accommodate a video display monitor for displaying an image captured by the remote visual inspection system.

Abstract: A container (11) is disclosed for holding a sharp instrument during surgical procedures, the sharp instrument having a handle portion and a cutting portion, the container having an instrument recess (15) adapted to receive at least the cutting portion of the sharp instrument, and guide means (20, 21) for guiding a sharp instrument placed in the container to the instrument recess; the arrangement being such that a sharp instrument received within the instrument recess is positioned therein such that the cutting portion thereof is not directed towards the opening of the instrument recess whereby a user's fingers are substantially prevented from contacting the cutting portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protective sheath (cover) for a probe for therapeutic or diagnostic use, in particular an aseptic disposable sheath aiming to protect the probe from body fluids and to protect contamination, and the patient and nursing personnel from the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms.

Abstract: An adjustable pocket thermometer sheath assembly includes a sheath having a longitudinally extending body member defining a central bore. A pocket clip has a sleeve portion slidably mounted on the sheath and a body member having an opening. The pocket clip is slidably moveable on the sheath from an adjustment position, where the sleeve portion is disposed proximate the lower end of the sheath and the body member extends longitudinally outward from the lower end, to a storage position, where the sleeve portion is disposed proximate the upper end of the sheath and the body member is disposed adjacent the exterior surface of the sheath. The adjustment member of the thermometer may be inserted into the opening when the pocket clip is in the adjustment position such that the inner surface of the opening engages the flats of the adjustment member to prevent rotation therebetween.

Abstract: An electrophoresis gel package includes a unitary PVC housing including a cover joined to a holder by a living hinge. A tray that has gel disposed thereon is received into the holder, and the cover then moved to engage the holder and protectively enclose the gel. The housing includes structure which cooperates to limit unintended motion of the gel relative to the tray and to the housing.

Abstract: A resealable blister-type package, and method for using the same for storing and transporting a sample collecting device that is used to gather a biological sample, are disclosed. The package includes a tray-like enclosure having two cavities therein, and a resealable cover that covers the openings to the cavities. A sample collecting device, such as a swab, is stored in one of the cavities. The resealable cover is opened to remove the swab to collect the sample, and the used swab is reinserted into the other cavity of the package. The cover is then reattached over the openings of the cavities to reseal the cavities so that the package is ready for storage and transport. The package can alternatively include only one cavity that is used to store the swab in its unused and used condition. A medium can be disposed in the cavity in which the used swab is stored, or in a separate cavity that is in communication with the used swab storage cavity by a breakable seal.

Abstract: In a packaging unit for articles to be packed in a sterile condition, in order to reduce the risk of damage and, at the same time, to decrease the material requirement, it is proposed that it comprise an inner bag sealed in a gastight manner which surrounds the article to be packed and encloses the article in a tight manner due to evacuation, a closed outer bag which receives the inner bag, and a shape-retaining frame which holds the outer bag immovably and is insertable into a shape-retaining storage container.

Abstract: A solution applicator system comprising a retainer and a plurality of solution retaining containers removably coupled to the retainer. Each container has a removable end and a closed end and includes a receptacle, having an open end and a sealing structure sealing the open end, and an applicator member, having at least one end coupled to an absorbing material, both housed within the container.

Abstract: A physical shock absorbing sheath for the protection of the fragile piezoelectric quartz crystal tip of an ultrasonic probe, such as is used for medical and veterinary purposes, is disclosed. The sheath includes an elongated body which is preferably in the form of a right circular cylinder or rectangular parallelepiped. A hollow shaft is formed longitudinally through a portion of the body and opens onto an upper end thereof for insertion of the fragile tip and shaft portion of the probe therein, preferably as the probe hangs by a flexible cord from a wall hanger or wall hook. A lower end of the body is supported in its operative position on a table or work bench located below the hanger. Fracture of the delicate probe tip and other impact damage due to the probe being knocked about or failing from its hanger while in a stored condition between uses on patients is thus substantially prevented.

Abstract: A sterile, compact wrapping is provided to present components in order of use in a medical procedure, particularly a urethral catheterization procedure. Pockets are arranged in a line along a longitudinally extending midsection of the wrapping. Longitudinally extending flaps are provided along the edges of the midsection. Components are placed in the pockets in order of use, and the wrapping is rolled up, beginning with the pocket containing the last used component. The flaps are folded over the rolled up midsection. The rolled and folded wrapping, which maintains the components in a sterile condition until use, may be placed in a further package for shipping. In use, the flaps are unfolded and the wrapping is unrolled sufficiently to expose the first needed component. As the procedure continues, the wrapping is unrolled sufficiently to expose the next needed component, until all components have been used. The used components may be replaced in the pockets and the wrapping rerolled and refolded for disposal.

Abstract: Medical syringe containment in a telescoping leakproof two-piece container for an individual medical syringe, especially as an inner container enclosing a radiopharmaceutical-filled syringe, and being enclosed in turn within a radiation-shielding outer container useful for shipment to a use location, where the respective containers are uncapped and the syringe is removed and used--whereupon the used syringe is re-inserted into the inner container before recapping, and the outer container is recapped about the recapped inner container and contents, for shipment to a disposal or reclamation site.

Abstract: Treating a patient by collecting a bodily sample from deep within the body of a patient and collecting the sample outside the body to facilitate treatment of the patient. A sampling probe is provided in the form of an elongate catheter having a proximal portion that remains outside the body and a distal portion that can be located within the body. The distal portion includes a polymer on its outer surface capable of receiving a substantial amount of bodily sample. The catheter is positioned within the body and the sample is taken by exposing the polymer by placing it in proximity within a desired location so that the bodily sample is received by the polymer. The catheter is removed from the patient and the sample is collected outside the body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an vaccine pack (10) which comprises an insulated container (12) having an automatic syringe (18) and a plurality of needle holders (20) attached thereto. A strap (14) having a strap first fastener (14A) is securely attached at one distal end to the container (12). A strap second fastener (14B) is securely fastened to the the container (12) such that the strap (14) can loop around an over a member and removably attach to the strap second fastener (14B) thereby positioning the vaccine pack (10) underneath the member away from direct sunlight.

Abstract: A candy-tongue depressor for encouraging the cooperation of a child or teenager during an oral examination by a medical practitioner is provided. The device comprises, in combination: (a) a thin, flat, nonedible stick with a longitudinal axis; the nonedible stick having a distal end for grasping by the medical practitioner; and a proximal end for contacting the tongue of a patient; and (b) a thin layer of candy which covers the proximal end, but not the distal end, of the nonedible stick. A combination candy tongue depressor and flexible, reclosable, translucent wrapper is also provided.

Abstract: A blade removal device includes positionable hand protecting members which are movable to a position relative to a base portion for preventing injury to an operator during use of the blade removal device. A blade removal mechanism is configured in the blade removal device and is accessible through positioning of the hand protecting members. The blade removal mechanism defines a plurality of blade removal chambers disposed in communication with a blade receptacle area. Each chamber defines a blade disengaging mechanism configured to remove a blade from a surgical knife handle by inserting the blade and attached handle into the chamber and withdrawing the handle from the chamber with the blade being retained in the chamber. The blade removal device is operable for removing blades while mated with a storage section or separate from the storage section.

Abstract: A sterilization tray is constructed primarily of a single stamped metal part which forms the bottom wall and at least two opposite side walls of the tray. The side walls of the tray are joined by end closures which form the end walls of the tray. In one tray embodiment, the end closures are plastic end walls which are hooked to the ends of the side walls. In a second embodiment, the end closures are formed by a bottom wall extension of the metal part which are folded up to form the tray end walls and plastic corner pieces which are hooked to the adjacent ends of the side and end walls. The tray is highly thermally conductive yet relatively inexpensive to make in quantity.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to an easy-to-use device for the safe and secure transport of samples and specimens from the field to the laboratory. The invention is particularly suited for use with forensic samples, as it facilitates the drying of the sample, while protecting the sample from the environment and protecting the environment from contamination with the sample.

Abstract: A method of preventing or reducing the incidence of staphylococci and other infections as a result of surgical or medical treatment procedures is implemented by inserting into or attaching to each sterile package containing a tool, implement, or implantable for use in such a procedure at least one impregnable swab containing a solution of H.sub.2 O.sub.2 packaged in a separate sterile pack, for use by the surgeon, therapist, or assistant in wiping down the tool, implement, or implantable, as the case may be, before use to maintain the sterility thereof in such procedure. The solution of H.sub.2 O.sub.2 is in a concentration of about 3% by volume. A plurality of separate sterile packs may be inserted in or attached to the sterile package, in which each of the sterile packs contains at least one swab impregnated with a solution of H.sub.2 O.sub.2 in such concentration.

Abstract: A tray for dispensing and receiving surgical equipment having a series of holders attached to a tray fitted with needle caps, needles, syringes, scalpel covers, scalpel, and other such components. The system uses a bar with a locking mechanism which would allow the bar and other components to move from a plane horizontal to the base of the tray to a position raised above the walls of tray and in a staggered formation. The holding mechanism also allows for bathing the instruments in an antiseptic solution. The sharp components may be removed from rest of the tray in a covered condition for separate disposal. The bar is interspersed with a sponge like material for absorbing fluids, to cushion the return of medical devices and for holding components. The holders may be designed to guide the sharp component into its respective holder. Color or shape coding may be used to assist the return of a device to its specified holder (e.g. scalpels to the scalpel holder, needles on syringe to needle holders.

Abstract: Packaging is provided for a heart valve prosthesis. A holder is adapted to grasp the heart valve prosthesis and includes a post. The packaging includes a collar for holding the post of the holder. An inner tray of the packaging receives the collar such that the prosthesis is suspended within the inner tray. An outer tray receives the inner tray. An inner tray lid seals the inner tray and an outer tray lid seals the outer tray.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a puncture method and a puncture system. More specifically, the objective of the present invention is to carry out the aspiration of a sample from a human organ or an animal organ and the inner examination thereof, without the outward leak of the fluid and the like in the organ.The puncture method and puncture system of the present invention is in the following structure; making a parasol part arranged on a reservoir adhere through an adhesive to the site to be punctured, inserting a needle body through a sealing part of the reservoir into the site to be punctured to draw out the inner fluid, the leak of the fluid can be prevented by the reverse operation of the sealing part.

Abstract: A system and method for handling contaminated operating room surgical instruments includes a rectangular porous strainer which is sufficiently large to fully contain a variety of surgical tools and instruments and a waterproof rectangular basin, sized to receive the strainer. The basin is adapted to fit stably onto a conventional surgical ring stand either alone, or with a separate adapter. The system replaces conventional round surgical basins which are not capable of safely containing the larger or longer surgical instruments typical of many modern surgical procedures. Utilizing the system eliminates the current practice of manually transferring contaminated instruments from the round surgical basins into larger soaking trays for transportation to the decontamination area.

Abstract: A sterilization tray assembly for sterilizing, transporting and storing surgical instruments, having top and bottom mating enclosures. The mating enclosures each have a plurality of ports for permitting ingress and egress of gaseous sterilant. Resiliently deformable members are fitted in the top and bottom enclosures for clamping surgical instruments therebetween.

Abstract: A peel-open package includes a polymeric film, a lid adhered to the polymeric film along a continuous portion thereof and a product encapsulated between the polymeric film and lid material. The polymeric film is typically a coextruded multiple layer film having a sealable layer and at least one base layer. The sealable layer comprises an ethylene copolymer derived from at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of vinyl acetate and alkylacrylates, a talc additive, and an additive which provides peelability to the heat seal layer. The lid material is preferably a microporous layer to allow sterilization and prevent subsequent contamination by bacteria and other microbial organisms. The peel-open package provides a good seal range for uncoated Tyvek.RTM., evidence of seal integrity, reduced Tinting, and a seal strength which is sufficiently low to prevent the delaminating or branching of the lid material when it is removed. The present invention also includes methods of making peel-open packages.

Abstract: Packaging (10) for a heart valve device (11) is disclosed that includes a container (42) having an inner compartment. The container (42) has an aortic orientation and a mitral orientation and is constructed to be opened in either orientation. The packaging (10) also includes an aortic support member (22, 24, 26), located in the compartment, that supports the heart valve device (28) when the container (42) is opened in the aortic orientation. The heart valve device (11) is supported such that it is prepared for receiving a holding instrument for implantation as an aortic valve. The packaging (10) further includes a mitral support member (20), located in the compartment, that supports the heart valve device (11) when the container (42) is opened in the mitral orientation. The heart valve device (11) is supported such that it is prepared for receiving a holding instrument for implantation as a mitral valve.

Abstract: A tool holding assembly for placement around a handle portion and/or a body portion of a portable hand drill. The assembly includes a first elastic sleeve and a second elastic sleeve which are adapted for placement over the handle portion of the drill. The second sleeve partially overlaps the first sleeve, thereby providing additional tension to retain drill bits and other tools against the handle portion of the drill. The assembly may also include a third elastic sleeve which is adapted for placement over the body portion of the drill, and which is particularly disposed for retaining an elongate shank of a drill bit or the like. Together the various sleeves allow drill accessories such as drill bits, drill gimlets, and related tools to be retained upon the drill by tension of the elastic sleeves against the drill. The elastic sleeves are formed of any resilient material, however, rubber is preferred.

Abstract: A nonwoven laminate fabric includes first and second nonwoven webs formed of spunbonded substantially continuous filaments and a nonwoven web of meltblown microfibers having a basis weight between about one and twenty grams per square meter sandwiched between and bonded to the first and second nonwoven webs to form a composite nonwoven fabric. The meltblown web includes a plurality of thermoplastic microfine fibers having an average fiber diameter of less than 1.5 microns. The nonwoven laminate exhibits good barrier properties and can be used as a sterile wrap.

Abstract: A protective probe cover set for a medical probe designed to be inserted in an endocavity or used interoperatively in an incision of a human or an animal body, comprises a probe cover and a sheath-like outer wrapper. The probe cover consists of flat film material and comprises a mouth for inserting the probe. The outer wrapper consists of two plies being joined along their longitudinal edges. The outer wrapper sheaths at least the length of the cover designed to be inserted in said endocavity. The film material is non sensitizing. Preferably, the probe cover is at least partly filled with a gel which is an excellent transmitter for ultrasound waves and can have lubricating properties, for ease of insertion of the probe into the probe cover, while on the other hand, deterimental effects of air bubbles or the like enclosed between the probe cover and the probe itself are avoided.

Abstract: A tray and process for hydrogen peroxide vapor sterilization of medical articles. The tray includes a bottom surface and side walls defining a space to receive articles to be sterilized. The bottom surface of the tray includes a number of inlet passages and wells with a known volume. In the process of the present invention, articles to be sterilized are placed in the tray, and aqueous solutions of hydrogen peroxide is delivered into the tray. When the excess hydrogen peroxide is drained through the inlet passages, a known volume of peroxide remains in the wells. Such remaining hydrogen peroxide is then vaporized to achieve sterilization.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to an easy-to-use device for the safe and secure transport of samples and specimens from the field to the laboratory. The invention is particularly suited for use with forensic samples, as it facilitates the drying of the sample, while protecting the sample from the environment and protecting the environment from contamination with the sample.

Abstract: A package includes a cavity having a series of cavity slots transverse to the cavity's longitudinal axis. These slots permit a pair of stop plugs to be positioned to receive products of different lengths. Each stop plug has four lateral lugs for engaging the cavity slots to resist linear and rotational displacement of the stop plug. Each plug has bottom, end, and side walls to isolate the product end from the cavity. In addition a pair of fingers extending from the stop plug elastically grips the product to further restrain product movement. The fingers can flex to accommodate different sizes of products. A retainer snaps onto the cavity to close it. The retainer includes a retainer stop at each end that extends into the cavity and prevents the retainer from shifting even if the retainer is lifted due to product pressure against the retainer during shipping. The retainer also includes a pair of product restraints extending into the cavity to limit motion of the product toward the retainer.

Abstract: A package for a medical device made of an expandable or shape memory material is disclosed. The package is a sheath which surrounds and contains the medical device, and is of sufficient strength that upon exposure to conditions which would cause the medical device to expand or change its shape it is restrained from such shape change or expansion. The package has a tear-away or peel-away feature which provides easy access to the medical device when needed.

Abstract: An instrument cassette and sterile wrap assembly includes a base having an upright sidewall and a horizontal bottom wall, the upright sidewall having a lower slot and an upper aperture defined therein. The assembly includes a latch member having a lower section, an intermediate section and an upper section, wherein (1) the lower section extends through the slot defined in the base, (2) the intermediate section is substantially planar, and (3) the upper section (i) extends through the upper aperture defined in the base, and (ii) has a slot defined therein. The assembly further includes a lid having a horizontal top wall and a tongue member attached thereto, wherein the tongue member extends through the slot defined in the upper section of the latch member when the lid is latched to the base.

Abstract: Packaging and a holder is provided for a heart valve prosthesis. The holder is adapted to grasp the heart valve prosthesis and includes a post. The packaging includes a collar for holding the post of the holder. An inner tray of the packaging receives the collar such that the prosthesis is suspended within the inner tray. An outer tray receives the inner tray. An inner tray lid seals the inner tray and an outer tray lid seals the outer tray.

Abstract: A reusable sterilization pouch 10 comprises a pair of sheets 7, 9 that provide first and second sides 12, 14 of the pouch, and a closure 16. The sheets are edge-bonded along both side edges and along the bottom edge to provide sealing seams 13, 15 and 17, respectively. The closure 16 comprises a transverse open-ended channel 19 extended across the top of the pouch and a closure strip 18 that is inserted through the channel 19. Channel 19 is large enough that closure strip 18 can be manually inserted therethrough; channel 19 may be slightly larger, but it should not be so large that closure strip 18 would be so loosely contained that it could fall out of the channel when the pouch 10 is held or tilted on edge. Channel 19 is formed by doubling or folding one end of the sheet 9, comprising side 14, back onto itself and edge-bonding the overlap to provide a transverse seam 20.

Abstract: A venous reservoir bag subassembly which is adapted to cooperate with a mounting assembly having a bracket frame and a front plate reproducibly relatively movable to enable constant accurate blood volume readout, a cooperating mechanism between the subassembly and the mounting assembly to provide against unduly low blood volume, and an angled conduit cooperating with the bag and recesses in the subassembly and assembly to provide further failsafe against passage of the undesirable gas.

Abstract: A surgical container for sterilizing, transporting and storing small surgical instruments such as drill, pins, screws and the like. The container comprises a base having at least one well, and includes an apertured plate for holding the instruments, covering the well at least in part. The apertured plate has apertures sized to accommodate selected instruments, and a cover rotatably mounted over the apertured plate. The cover has an opening for providing access to a limited area of the plate and any instruments loaded therein.

Abstract: A package for sterile delivery of medical implants such as, for example, wire piston prostheses, includes a tray defining a compartment, an insert removably disposed in the tray, and a lid mounted by the tray for sliding movement relative thereto. The medical implant is held by the insert in a specific position above a bottom wall of the compartment and with a longitudinal axis of the implant aligned with a recess in a wall of the compartment to permit the implant to be grasped with forceps for proper presentation at the operative site.

Abstract: A protective cover for use in the storage of an endoscope comprising a tubular member containing a passageway running lengthwise through the member from proximal to distal end, a tapered portion for holding the endoscope in place as it is inserted into the passageway, wherein the tapered portion is located at or near the proximal end of the tubular member, and a narrowed portion of the passageway located at or near the distal end of the tubular member.

Abstract: A foldable package for an endoscopic specimen retrieval bag device. The package has a base panel having a pair of opposed major sides and a pair of opposed minor sides. The trapezoid shape connecting panel having a pair of opposed major sides and a pair of opposed angulated sides is foldably connected along the first major side to one major side of the base panel. A trapezoid shaped cannula retention panel having a pair of opposed major sides and a pair of opposed angulated sides is foldably connected along one major side to the second major side of the connecting panel and a regularly shaped upper panel has a first side along which the upper panel is foldably connected to the second major side of the retention panel. The upper panel has a pair of opposed angulated sides and an upper side.

Abstract: A medical instrument soaking, transport and storage container intended for receiving surgical instruments and containing a cleaning solution or disinfectant for cleaning the instruments. A lid mounts on the bowl for transport of the instruments to a cleaning/decontamination area of a hospital. The lid portion carries a projecting seal that is received in a circumferentially extending groove in an outwardly extending rim portion of the bowl. Accordingly, sealing is effected between the lid and the bowl. A pivoting clasp is mounted on each side of the lid for engagement with the corresponding portion of the bowl, and therefore secures the lid on the bowl for transport.

Abstract: A case for mounting on a probe of a radiation clinical thermometer a sheet shaped probe cover which includes a probe insertion member having an insertion opening to be inserted by the probe and an infection preventing sheet in contact with the probe insertion member. The case includes a cover storage portion for storing a series of continuing probe covers each having an engagement opening at a predetermined position thereof, a probe insertion cut portion for positioning each probe cover and for insertion by the probe, a support surface disposed around the probe insertion cut portion to support a peripheral of the insertion opening of the probe insertion member of one of the probe covers, and a projection adapted to be engaged with the engagement opening of a subsequent probe cover when the probe cover mounted on the probe is torn at the probe insertion cut portion.

Abstract: An extra-labia urine voiding apparatus including a container sized and shaped to externally cover a vulval region of a female anatomy. The container has an open side and defines a reservoir that is adapted for receiving urine. The container also includes a flange having a substantially planar surface adapted to face and generally surround a periphery of the vulval region. An extra-labia sealing structure is affixed to the planar surface of the flange. The sealing structure includes a pressure sensitive adhesive adapted to provide a generally fluid tight primary adhesive seal between the container and external tissue generally surrounding the vulval region. The voiding apparatus also includes a conduit in fluid communication with the reservoir of the container and adapted for draining urine from the reservoir.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sterilization tray assembly for sterilizing medical instruments. The sterilization tray preferably includes a base tray and a cover. Also, a secondary tray may be mounted within the base tray. These components ideally include ventilation apertures to allow steam or vapor to pass through the sterilization tray assembly to effect sterilization of medical instruments stored therein. The components of the sterilization tray assembly preferably are made of a mineral filled polypropylene and most preferably is a homopolymer which is filled with calcium carbonate, 40% by weight. This material exhibits good heat deflection characteristics at high temperature while being relative inert to absorption of H.sub.2 O.sub.2 vapor.

Abstract: Automated tracking devices for counting, sorting, weighing, and containing articles, such as sponges that contain fluids from patients undergoing surgery. Devices according to the present invention employ a suspended container for receiving and sorting the articles. The cumulative weight of the container contents is sensed accurately and registered reliably after an appropriate settling period via a load cell structure which is aimed at eliminating bending moments and non-vertical force components imposed by the container and its contents. Automatic sensing of the presence of the container allows continuous, rather than solely end-point, fluid monitoring during the surgical procedures and allows this monitoring to continue as successive containers are changed during an operation. Appropriate warnings occur after a predetermined number of articles have been introduced into the container, in order to indicate that a container change is due.

Abstract: A method for reducing discoloration in a discolored plastic material which has been subjected to sterilization by gamma radiation which includes exposing the plastic material to light having a wavelength within the range of 200 to 600 nm for a time sufficient to restore the original clarity. A sterilized pack for a medical device including plastic material in which the clarity has been restored by the method is also included.

Abstract: A sterilizable medical implant package insert that provides enhanced protection of the implant during shipment and easier access of the implant at its destination. The sterile implant package insert is placed within standard sterile implant packages and provides for the automatic presentation of the implant from the insert when the sterile package top is opened. The insert also provides increased protection of the implants during shipping and operating room manipulation by securely holding the implant, thus preventing damage from collisions between the implant and the container walls and by providing double wall containment.

Abstract: Disposal of used medical syringes individually, with or without attached needles, is accomplished by placement in individual fluid leakproof containers and, if any residual radioactive content, also by placement of such container and contents within another container effective to shield the surroundings against radiation therefrom. The inner container is assembled from two tubular pieces, preferably by press-fitting them together into an audible and tactile snap-fit. The outer container is assembled from two larger tubular pieces, as by twist-fitting them together, thus enclosing the inner container, with the inner container enclosing a used syringe and any contents.

Abstract: A folder package for a electrosurgical scissors. The package has a base panel having a pair of substantially opposed major sides and a pair of substantially opposed minor sides. Foldably connected to a top minor side of the base panel is a scissors retention panel. The scissors retention panel is preferably foldably connected along a crushed fold line. The scissors retention panel has a base or bottom section, and an intermediate middle section and a top. The scissors retaining panel has a pair of opposed outwardly extending tab panels. Each tab panel has a pair of crushed fold lines contained therein. Extending from the top of the scissor retaining panel is a tab member. The tab has a U-shaped slit forming a retention tab and an opening. An additional slit at the end of the tab member intersects the U-shaped slit and divides the end of the tab member adjacent to the top of the U-shaped slit into opposed L-shaped members.