Needleless access connector with antibacterial valve
By applying an antibacterial coating and textured pattern to the valve of the needleless access connector, the problem of catheter-related bloodstream infections that are easily caused by needleless access connectors is solved, achieving both antibacterial effect and extended service life.
CN121588352APending Publication Date: 2026-03-03CAREFUSION 303 INC
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202511969302.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2020-02-07
- Filing Date
- 2021-02-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing needleless access connectors are prone to causing catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) during use, and existing sterilization measures are not strict enough, resulting in a high risk of bacterial infection. Furthermore, frequent connector replacements increase medical costs.
Method used
Design a pinless access connector with an antimicrobial valve containing an antimicrobial agent. By setting an antimicrobial coating, groove, or textured pattern on or inside the valve, the antimicrobial agent reduces bacterial growth and extends the connector's lifespan.
Benefits of technology
It effectively reduces bacterial buildup on connectors, lowers the risk of CRBSI, extends connector lifespan, and reduces antibiotic load and replacement frequency.
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Abstract
A valve including an antibacterial agent may be used with a needleless access connector. The valve may have an insert including an antibacterial coating thereon, and / or the valve may have physical features containing an antibacterial agent, such as a series of channels or grooves or patterned surfaces, and / or the valve may be made of a material including an antibacterial agent.
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