Extensible tube extension kit

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an extendable tube extension kit having a tube bracket having first and second ends positionable between a non-extended configuration in which the first and second ends of the tube bracket are spaced apart by a first distance and an extended configuration in which the first and second ends of the tube bracket are spaced apart by a second distance. Wherein the first distance is less than a length from a first end of the tube support to a second end of the tube support, and in an extended configuration, the first and second ends are positioned spaced apart by a second distance, where the second distance is greater than the first distance, and wherein the tube support is configured to receive a length of tube therein, the extendable tube extension is configured such that the extendable tube extension is able to prevent separation or disconnection of a fluid passage through the tube by moving from a non-extended configuration to an extended configuration.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119 to provisional application serial No. 63 / 493,262, filed on March 30, 2023, entitled “EXTENDABLETUBING EXTENSION SETS,” the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates generally to medical fluid connectors and, more particularly, to an extendable tubing extension kit movable between a non-extended configuration and an extended configuration. Background Art

[0004] Medical connectors are widely used in fluid delivery systems, such as those used in conjunction with intravenous (IV) fluid lines, blood access, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, enteral feeding, medicine bottle access, and other procedures.

[0005] In some cases, medical connectors may become displaced or disconnected in an unintended manner. For example, a medical tubing of an IV kit coupled to a catheter may become displaced when an unexpected or unintended force is applied to a portion of the IV kit, such as a catheter or conduit, which may exceed the design limitations of the catheter securing method or another portion of the IV kit. Unintended or unintended forces may be applied to the tubing and / or catheter when a patient moves or turns in bed, or when a catheter or another portion of the IV kit becomes caught on a portion of the bed, such as a railing, or when a patient panics, becomes disoriented, or fidgets to the extent that the medical tubing is accidentally or intentionally pulled away from the patient or from a medical device coupled to the tubing. Utility Model Content

[0006] In accordance with at least some embodiments of the present disclosure, it is recognized that accidental displacement or disconnection of medical connections (such as medical tubing) can cause harm to patients or caregivers, such as by depriving patients of medications, increasing the likelihood of patient infection, and exposing caregivers to harmful drugs.

[0007] Therefore, various aspects of the present disclosure provide an extendable pipe extension kit, which includes a pipe bracket, the pipe bracket including a first end, a second end and a pipe channel extending through the first end and the second end of the pipe bracket, wherein the pipe bracket includes a pipe bracket length from the first end to the second end of the pipe bracket; a non-extended structure, wherein the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a first distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the first distance is less than the pipe bracket length; and an extended structure, wherein either the first end or the second end of the pipe bracket moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end, so that the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a second distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

[0008] The present disclosure may also provide an extendable pipe extension kit, which includes an extendable pipe extension kit, which includes a pipe bracket, the pipe bracket including a first end, a second end and a pipe channel extending through the first end and the second end of the pipe bracket, wherein the pipe bracket includes a pipe bracket length from the first end of the pipe bracket to the second end; a pipe, which includes a proximal end portion, a distal end portion and an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion of the pipe is located in the pipe channel, and the proximal end portion of the pipe extends beyond the first end of the pipe bracket, and the distal end portion of the pipe extends beyond the second end of the pipe bracket; a non-extended structure, wherein the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a first distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the first distance is less than the pipe bracket length; and an extended structure, wherein either the first end or the second end moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end, so that the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a second distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

[0009] Thus, the present application solves multiple operational challenges encountered in existing fluid connections and provides a number of improvements that enable users to more easily provide fluid pathways and improve safety and effectiveness in maintaining fluid pathways and fluid delivery. In some aspects, the present disclosure provides an extendable tubing extension kit that prevents separation or damage to a fluid pathway by providing a tubing support that can be moved from a non-extended configuration and an extended configuration.

[0010] The other characteristics and advantages of the subject technology will be described in the following description, and some characteristics and advantages will become clear from the description, or can be understood by practicing the subject technology. The advantages of the subject technology will be realized and obtained through the structures specifically pointed out in the written description and embodiments and the accompanying drawings.

[0011] It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are intended to provide further explanation of the subject technology. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] The following describes various features of illustrative embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. The illustrated embodiments are intended to illustrate rather than limit the present invention. The accompanying drawings include the following figures:

[0013] Figure 1A An extendable tubing extension set is shown in a non-extended configuration for use with an IV set coupled to a patient in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

[0014] Figure 1B An extendable tubing extension set is shown in an extended configuration for use with an IV set coupled to a patient in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

[0015] Figure 2 A top perspective view of an extendable tube extension kit in a non-extended configuration is shown in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure.

[0016] Figure 3 FIG. 1 shows an extended configuration according to aspects of the present disclosure. Figure 2 A perspective view of an extendable pipe extension kit.

[0017] Figure 4 A bottom view of an extendable tube extension kit according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0018] Figure 5 A top view of an extendable tube extension kit according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0019] Figure 6 A top view of an extendable tube extension kit according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown.

[0020] Figure 7 Shows Figure 6 A first side view of an extendable tube extension kit.

[0021] Figure 8 Shows Figure 6 A second side view of the extendable tube extension kit.

[0022] Fig. 9 A perspective view of an extendable tube extension kit is shown in accordance with aspects of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In the following detailed description, many specific details are set forth in order to provide a full understanding of the subject technology. It should be understood that the subject technology can be practiced without these specific details. In other cases, well-known structures and techniques are not shown in detail to avoid confusing the subject technology.

[0024] Furthermore, although the present specification sets forth specific details of various embodiments, it should be understood that the description is illustrative only and should not be construed as limiting in any way. Furthermore, it is contemplated that although specific embodiments of the present disclosure may be disclosed or illustrated in the context of an IV set, these embodiments may be used in other fluid delivery systems. Furthermore, various applications of such embodiments and modifications thereof that may occur to a person skilled in the art are also included in the general concepts described herein.

[0025] According to some embodiments, the present application discloses various features and advantages of an extendable tubing extension kit. The extendable tubing extension kit can provide effective and safe maintenance of a fluid pathway, such as a fluid pathway for delivering medical fluids to or from a patient. When pulling or tensile forces are applied to the extendable tubing extension kit or another device forming the fluid pathway, such as when the patient moves or when the medical tubing is pulled away from the patient, the extendable tubing extension kit can maintain the structural integrity and sterility of the fluid pathway by preventing accidental disconnection.

[0026] The extendable tubing extension kit may also prevent injury to the patient or caregiver by preventing accidental disconnection of the fluid pathway from the patient, which may deprive the patient of medication and expose the patient or other personnel to the medication. The extendable tubing extension kit may also reduce labor and costs associated with fluid delivery by avoiding accidental disconnection of the fluid pathway.

[0027] The extendable tube extension set is configured for use with a patient at least initially in a non-extended configuration and is configured to move to an extended configuration if a force exceeding a threshold is exerted on the extendable tube extension set or on a tube coupled to the extendable tube extension set.

[0028] If a force exceeding a threshold value is applied to the extendable tubing extension kit or to a tubing coupled to the extendable tubing extension kit, the tubing support may be moved from a gathered or coiled position in a non-extended configuration to an extended or deployed position in an extended configuration. Thus, the extendable tubing extension kit may act as a buffer by providing an additional length of movable fluid pathway in the event that the tubing is pulled to an extent or force that would otherwise cause the tubing to shift or separate.

[0029] In the non-extended configuration, the pattern formed by the tubular support is such that the first end and the second end of the tubular support are positioned to be spaced apart by a distance that is less than the length from the first end to the second end of the tubular support. When the tubular support is not gathered or deployed in the extended configuration, the distance between the first end and the second end of the tubular support increases relative to the distance between the first end and the second end in the non-extended configuration. Because the tubular support is configured to receive a certain length of tubular therein, the length of the tubular remains the same between the non-extended configuration and the extended configuration, but when the tubular support moves from the non-extended configuration to the extended configuration, the distance between the proximal end and the distal end of the tubular increases.

[0030] In order to prevent movement from the non-extended structure to the extended structure, the tube support can be formed or manufactured in the shape or position of the non-extended structure. In the non-extended structure, the strength of the material forming the tube support can prevent movement to the extended structure. The extensible tube extension kit can also be configured to have a connection between the parts of the tube support to prevent movement to the extended structure. The connection between the parts of the tube support can be formed by any adhesive, welding or structure between the parts of the tube support. The connection between the parts of the tube support can be configured to separate and / or disconnect to allow the tube support to move from the non-extended structure to the extended structure. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the extensible tube extension kit can have a base, and the parts of the tube support can be connected to the base to prevent movement to the extended structure. In some aspects of the present disclosure, the base is configured to be connected to the patient.

[0031] exist Figure 1A An example of an extendable tube extension kit 100 in a non-extended configuration coupled to a patient is shown in FIG. Figure 1B 1 shows an example of an extendable tubing extension kit in an extended configuration. The extendable tubing extension kit is coupled to tubing of an IV set for directing fluids to a patient 10. The IV set may include a medication bag 12, a drip chamber 14, tubing 16, and an IV catheter 18. In the non-extended and extended configurations, the extendable tubing extension kit 100 forms a fluid pathway having a length that remains the same in the non-extended and extended configurations.

[0032] exist Figure 1A In the non-extended configuration shown, the extendable tube extension kit 100 is coupled to the patient's arm and the tube supports are gathered to form a zigzag pattern having an alternating direction such that the first and second ends of the tube supports are spaced apart a first distance that is less than the length from the first end to the second end of the tube support. Figure 1BIn the embodiment of the present invention, the patient's arm has moved in a direction away from the IV set, which would cause the tubing to be disconnected from the IV set; however, the patient's movement exerts a force on the tubing and the extendable tubing extension kit 100, which causes the extendable tubing extension kit to move from the non-extended configuration to the extended configuration. In the extended configuration, the first end and the second end of the tubing holder are spaced apart by a second distance, which is greater than the first distance, thereby maintaining a fluid passage between the patient 10 and the medication bag 12.

[0033] Figure 2 An embodiment of an extendable tube extension kit 100 is shown in a non-extended configuration, and Figure 3 An embodiment of an extendable pipe extension kit is shown in an extended configuration. The extendable pipe extension kit includes a pipe holder 102 having a first end 104, a second end 106, and a pipe passage 108 extending through the first and second ends 104, 106 of the pipe holder.

[0034] A length of tubing 66 is coupled to tubing holder 102 and extends along tubing passage 108 such that tubing 66 can move between a non-extended configuration and an extended configuration with tubing holder 102. Tubing 66 includes a proximal end portion 68, a distal end portion 70, and an intermediate portion 72 extending between the proximal and distal end portions. When coupled to tubing holder 102, intermediate portion 72 of the tubing extends through tubing passage 108, proximal end portion 68 of the tubing extends beyond first end 104 of the tubing holder, and distal end portion 70 of the tubing extends beyond second end 106 of the tubing holder.

[0035] The pipe holder 102 and the pipe therein are oriented such that the first end of the pipe holder is positioned a first distance D1 from the second end of the pipe holder, and the first distance is less than the pipe holder length L1, wherein the pipe holder length L1 is the length from the first end 104 of the pipe holder to the second end 106. To provide a non-extended configuration, wherein the first distance D1 between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the pipe holder is less than the pipe holder length L1, the pipe holder 102 extends in more than one direction between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the pipe holder.

[0036] 1, the tube support 102 extends in a back-and-forth or zigzag pattern between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the tube support. In the back-and-forth or zigzag pattern, a first portion 120 of the tube support between the first end 104 and the second end 106 extends in a first direction, and a second portion 122 of the tube support between the first portion 120 and the second end 106 of the tube support may extend in a second direction different from the first direction.

[0037] Although the tube holder 102 is shown as having a back-and-forth or zigzag pattern, it should be understood that the present disclosure contemplates embodiments in which the tube holder 102 is capable of forming any pattern between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the tube holder such that the first distance D1 between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the tube holder is less than the tube holder length L1.

[0038] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, when in the non-extended configuration, the pipe support 102 can form a coil extending in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the pipe support. In some embodiments, the pipe support 102 forms a spiral having a regular shape (such as a circle or a square or an irregular shape).

[0039] To provide a non-extended configuration, the tube holder 102 can be integrally formed or fabricated in a back-and-forth or zigzag pattern. In some aspects of the present disclosure, the forming or fabrication of the tube holder 102 provides material strength to resist movement to the extended configuration.

[0040] The tube holder 102 is configured to hold a tube in a tube passage 108. The tube passage 108 can be formed by a first longitudinal wall 112 and a second longitudinal wall 114, wherein the first and second longitudinal walls extend coaxially between the first and second ends 104, 106 of the tube holder. To hold the tube 66, the first and second longitudinal walls 112, 114 are spaced apart to form the tube passage 108 between the inner surface of the first longitudinal wall 112 and the inner surface of the second longitudinal wall 114.

[0041] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, any one of the first and second longitudinal walls 112, 114 forms a discontinuous portion along the tube holder length L1. The discontinuous portion of the tube holder can provide flexibility for the tube holder 102 to bend or orient it into a gathered or coiled position in a non-extended configuration.

[0042] The discontinuous portion of the tube support may be formed by a channel or passage extending through either the first longitudinal wall 112 and / or the second longitudinal wall 114. The extendable tube extension kit 100 may be configured such that the discontinuous portion of the first longitudinal wall 112 is longitudinally aligned with the discontinuous portion of the second longitudinal wall 114. In some embodiments, the extendable tube extension kit 100 may also be configured such that the discontinuous portion of the first longitudinal wall 112 is longitudinally offset from the discontinuous portion of the second longitudinal wall 114.

[0043] To couple the extendable tube extension kit 100 to the patient, tape may be placed on the top surface of the tube holder and adhered to the patient to prevent movement of the extendable tube extension kit 100 in the non-extended configuration relative to the patient. In some embodiments, the tube holder 102 may have an adhesive along a bottom surface that is configured to engage against the patient.

[0044] In some embodiments, the extendable tube extension kit 100 includes a base 130 configured to hold the tube holder 102 and engage against the patient. The base has a top surface 132 and a bottom surface 134, wherein the bottom surface 134 is configured to engage against the patient and the top surface 132 is configured to engage against the tube holder.

[0045] To hold the pipe holder 102, the base 130 and pipe holder 102 may be coupled together along a portion of the pipe holder length L1. For example, a portion of the pipe holder length L1 extending from the pipe holder second end 106 to the pipe holder first end 104 may be coupled to or formed with the base 130.

[0046] In the non-extended configuration, the first and second ends 1024, 106 of the tube holder are positioned above the top surface 132 of the base. When the extendable tube extension kit 100 is moved toward the extended configuration, the first end 104 of the tube holder moves relative to the base 130. In the extended configuration, the first end 104 of the tube holder extends beyond the perimeter of the base 130. In some embodiments, either the first end and / or the second end of the holder can be configured to move relative to the base 130 in the extended configuration.

[0047] The base 130 may also provide a surface for applying tape or adhesive to couple the extendable tube extension kit 100 to the patient. Figure 4 , which shows a bottom surface 134 of the base, which in some embodiments of the present disclosure includes an adhesive configured to bond to a patient. Figure 5 , shows an extendable tube extension kit 100 having a tape 138 extending over a tube holder 102 to couple the extendable tube extension kit 100 to a patient.

[0048] In some embodiments, the extendable tube extension kit 100 may include a first fluid connector 140 coupled to the proximal end of the tube 66 and a second fluid connector 142 coupled to the distal end of the tube. Since the proximal end portion 68 of the tube extends away from the first end 104 of the tube holder and the distal end portion 70 of the tube extends away from the second end 106 of the tube holder, the proximal end portion 68 and the distal end portion 70 of the tube can move relative to the tube holder. Since the first and second fluid connectors 140, 142 are coupled to the first and second end portions 68, 70 of the tube, the extendable tube extension kit 100 can allow the first and second end portions 68, 70 to move to prevent separation of the extendable tube extension kit 100 or disconnection of the fluid passage.

[0049] In use, if the tube 66 or a portion of the extendable tube extension kit 100 is pulled beyond a first threshold force or distance, either the first end 104 or the second end 106 of the tube holder can move relative to the other of the first end 104 or the second end 106 of the tube holder, so that the extendable tube extension kit 100 moves from a non-extended configuration to an extended configuration.

[0050] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, for example Figures 6 to 8 In the embodiment of the extendable tubular extension kit 200 shown, the extendable tubular extension kit 200 may include a fluid disconnect device 202 fluidly coupled to the tubular 66. The fluid disconnect device 202 is configured to separate the fluid flow path between the first end portion 68 and the second end portion 70 of the tubular when a force applied to the tubular 66 or a portion of the extendable tubular extension kit 200 exceeds a second threshold, wherein the second threshold is greater than the first threshold. Thus, the fluid disconnect device 202 can separate the fluid flow path after the fluid disconnect device 202 is moved to the extended configuration.

[0051] To allow separation of the fluid flow path, the fluid disconnect device 202 includes a first portion 204 and a second portion 206 that are removably coupled together. When the first and second portions 204, 206 of the fluid disconnect device are coupled together, a fluid flow path through the fluid disconnect device 202 is opened, allowing fluid to flow between the first end portion 68 and the second end portion 70 of the tubing. When the first and second portions 204, 206 of the fluid disconnect device are separated from each other, a portion of the fluid flow path within each of the first and second portions 204, 206 of the fluid disconnect device may be blocked.

[0052] The fluid disconnect device 202 is coupled to the tubular 66 between the intermediate portion 72 of the tubular and the distal end portion 70 of the tubular and between the second end 106 of the tubular holder and the distal end of the tubular. However, the present disclosure also contemplates that the fluid disconnect device 202 can be coupled to any portion of the tubular 66, such as the proximal end portion 68 or the distal end portion 70 of the tubular.

[0053] In use, when the force applied to the tubing 66 or a portion of the extendable tubing extension kit 200 exceeds a second threshold, the fluid disconnect device 202 allows the second end portion 70 of the tubing and the second fluid connector 142 to remain coupled to the patient, thereby preventing injury to the patient or separation of the intravenous fluid pathway from the patient. In some aspects of the present disclosure, when the second threshold is exceeded, the first end portion 68 and the middle portion 72 of the tubing and the second portion 206 of the fluid disconnect device can be separated from the first portion 204 of the fluid disconnect device.

[0054] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the base includes an arm 212 that extends from the base 130 to couple with a portion of the tube 66 to prevent movement of the portion of the tube relative to the base. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, arm 212 can be removably coupled to distal end portion 70 of tubing between distal ends of fluid disconnect device 202 and second fluid connector 142. When a second threshold is exceeded, tubing can be separated from arm 212 to allow base 130 to be separated from distal end portion 70 of tubing.

[0055] Fig. 9 Another embodiment of an extendable tubing extension set 300 is shown that includes an auxiliary port 302 that is fluidly coupled to the tubing 66 and configured to allow fluid to be injected into the fluid pathway without disconnecting another portion of the fluid pathway, such as the first or second fluid connectors 140, 142. The auxiliary port 302 also allows injection into the fluid pathway without affecting the priming volume of the extendable tubing extension set 300.

[0056] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the auxiliary port 302 is formed by a y-shaped connector along a portion of the tubing 66. In some embodiments, the y-shaped connector is positioned between the intermediate portion 72 and the distal end portion 70 of the tubing. In some aspects, the auxiliary port comprises a needleless connector.

[0057] Features of the present disclosure provide embodiments of an extendable tubing extension kit that can prevent separation or disconnection of a fluid pathway when the extendable tubing extension kit is in a non-extended configuration and an extended configuration. In the non-extended configuration, when the force is below a first threshold, features such as a proximal end portion and a distal end portion of the tubing extending away from the tubing holder can prevent separation or disconnection of the fluid pathway. In addition, when the force is below the first threshold, features including any structure of the tubing holder and / or the connection between the tubing holder and the base can prevent separation or disconnection of the fluid pathway. When the force exceeds a second threshold, features such as a fluid disconnect device can allow intentional disconnection of the fluid pathway and separation of a portion of the extendable tubing extension kit to prevent injury to the patient and prevent leakage of fluid from the tubing.

[0058] Description of this subject technology

[0059] For example, the subject technology is illustrated according to the various aspects described below. For convenience, various examples of various aspects of the subject technology are described according to numbered clauses (1, 2, 3, etc.). These are provided only as examples and do not limit the subject technology. It should be noted that any dependent clauses can be combined in any combination and placed in corresponding independent clauses, such as clause 1 or clause 5. Other clauses can be presented in a similar manner.

[0060] Item 1. An extendable pipe extension kit, comprising: a pipe bracket, the pipe bracket comprising a first end, a second end and a pipe channel extending through the first end and the second end of the pipe bracket, wherein the pipe bracket comprises a pipe bracket length from the first end to the second end of the pipe bracket; a non-extended structure, wherein the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a first distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the first distance is less than the pipe bracket length; and an extended structure, wherein either the first end or the second end of the pipe bracket moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end, so that the first end of the pipe bracket is positioned at a second distance from the second end of the pipe bracket, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

[0061] Item 2. An extendable pipe extension kit according to Item 1, wherein the pipe bracket includes a first longitudinal wall and a second longitudinal wall, which extend coaxially between the first end and the second end of the pipe bracket and are spaced apart so that a pipe channel is formed between the inner surface of the first longitudinal wall and the inner surface of the second longitudinal wall.

[0062] Clause 3. The extendable tubular extension kit of Clause 2, wherein any one of the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall forms a discontinuous portion along the length of the tubular support.

[0063] Clause 4. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 3, wherein the discontinuity of the first longitudinal wall is longitudinally aligned with the discontinuity of the second longitudinal wall.

[0064] Clause 5. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 3, wherein the discontinuity of the first longitudinal wall is not aligned with the discontinuity of the second longitudinal wall.

[0065] Clause 6. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 2, wherein the tube support is integrally formed in a non-extended configuration.

[0066] Clause 7. An extendable tube extension kit as described in Clause 2, wherein, in the non-extended configuration, a first portion of the tube support length extends in a first direction and a second portion of the tube support length extends in a second direction, wherein the second direction is different from the first direction.

[0067] Clause 8. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 1, comprising a base having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to engage against a patient and the top surface is configured to engage against a tube support.

[0068] Clause 9. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 8, wherein in the non-extended configuration, the first end and the second end of the tube support are positioned above the top surface of the base.

[0069] Clause 10. The extendable pipe extension kit of Clause 8, wherein the pipe support is movable relative to the base along a first portion of the pipe support's length.

[0070] Clause 11. The extendable pipe extension kit of Clause 10, wherein the pipe support is coupled to the base along a second portion of the pipe support length.

[0071] Clause 12. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 8, comprising an adhesive along at least a portion of the bottom surface of the base.

[0072] Item 13. An extendable tubular extension kit, comprising: a tubular support, the tubular support comprising a first end, a second end, and a tubular passage extending through the first end and the second end of the tubular support, wherein the tubular support comprises a tubular support length from the first end to the second end of the tubular support; a tubular, comprising a proximal end portion, a distal end portion, and an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion of the tubular is located within the tubular passage, and the proximal end portion of the tubular extends beyond the first end of the tubular support, and the distal end portion of the tubular extends beyond the second end of the tubular support; a non-extended structure, wherein the first end of the tubular support is positioned at a first distance from the second end of the tubular support, and the first distance is less than the length of the tubular support; and an extended structure, wherein either the first end or the second end moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end, so that the first end of the tubular support is positioned at a second distance from the second end of the tubular support, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

[0073] Clause 14. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 13, comprising a first fluid connector coupled to a proximal end of the tube and a second fluid connector coupled to a distal end of the tube.

[0074] Clause 15. The extendable tubing extension kit of Clause 13, comprising a fluid disconnect device coupled to the tubing.

[0075] Clause 16. The extendable tubular extension kit of Clause 15, wherein the fluid disconnect device is coupled between the intermediate portion of the tubular and the distal end portion of the tubular, between the second end of the tubular holder and the distal end of the tubular.

[0076] Clause 17. The extendable tubular extension kit of Clause 15, wherein the fluid disconnect device is located between the second end of the tubular holder and the distal end of the tubular.

[0077] Clause 18. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 13, comprising a base having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to engage against a patient and the top surface is configured to engage against a tube support.

[0078] Clause 19. The extendable tube extension kit of Clause 18, wherein the base comprises an arm configured to couple with the tube.

[0079] Clause 20. The extendable tubing extension kit of Clause 18, comprising an auxiliary port coupled to the tubing.

[0080] Additional considerations

[0081] In some embodiments, any one of the clauses herein can be dependent on any one of the independent clauses or any one of the dependent clauses. In one aspect, any one of the clauses (e.g., dependent clauses or independent clauses) can be combined with any other one or more clauses (e.g., dependent clauses or independent clauses). In one aspect, the claim may include some or all of the words (e.g., steps, operations, means or parts) narrated in a clause, sentence, phrase or paragraph. In one aspect, the claim may include some or all of the words narrated in one or more clauses, sentences, phrases or paragraphs. In one aspect, some of the words in each of the clauses, sentences, phrases or paragraphs can be removed. In one aspect, additional words or elements can be added to clauses, sentences, phrases or paragraphs. In one aspect, the subject technology can be implemented without utilizing some of the parts, elements, functions or operations described herein. In one aspect, the subject technology can be implemented utilizing additional parts, elements, functions or operations.

[0082] The present disclosure is provided to enable those skilled in the art to practice the various aspects described herein. The present disclosure provides various examples of the subject technology, and the subject technology is not limited to these examples. Multiple modifications to these aspects are very clear to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be applied to other aspects.

[0083] Unless otherwise specified, reference to an element in the singular is not intended to mean "one and only one," but rather "one or more." Unless otherwise specified, the term "some" refers to one or more. Pronouns in the masculine (e.g., his) include the feminine and neuter genders (e.g., her and its) and vice versa. Headings and subheadings, if any, are used for convenience only and do not limit the disclosure.

[0084] The word "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example or illustration." Any aspect or design described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or superior to other aspects or designs. In one aspect, the various alternative configurations and operations described herein may be considered to be at least equivalent.

[0085] Phrases such as "aspects" do not mean that such aspects are essential to the subject technology, or that such aspects apply to all configurations of the subject technology. The disclosure associated with an aspect may apply to all configurations or one or more configurations. An aspect may provide one or more examples. Phrases such as "an aspect" may refer to one or more aspects, and vice versa. Phrases such as "embodiments" do not mean that such embodiments are essential to the subject technology, or that such embodiments apply to all configurations of the subject technology. The disclosure associated with an embodiment may apply to all embodiments or one or more embodiments. An embodiment may provide one or more examples. Phrases such as "an embodiment" may refer to one or more embodiments, and vice versa. Phrases such as "constructions" do not mean that such constructions are essential to the subject technology, or that such constructions apply to all configurations of the subject technology. The disclosure associated with a construction may apply to all configurations or one or more constructions. A construction may provide one or more examples. Phrases such constructions may refer to one or more constructions, and vice versa.

[0086] In one aspect, unless otherwise indicated, all measurements, values, ratings, positions, sizes, dimensions, and other specifications in this specification, including those set forth in the claims that follow, are approximate and not exact. In one aspect, they are intended to have a reasonable range consistent with the functions to which they are related and with the customary practices in the art to which they belong.

[0087] In one aspect, the term "coupled" or the like may refer to a direct coupling. In another aspect, the term "coupled" or the like may refer to an indirect coupling.

[0088] Terms such as "top", "bottom", "front", "rear", etc. used in this disclosure should be understood to refer to an arbitrary reference frame other than the common gravitational reference frame. Thus, the top surface, bottom surface, front surface, and rear surface may extend upward, downward, diagonally, or horizontally in the gravitational reference frame.

[0089] Without departing from the scope of the subject technology, various items may be arranged differently (e.g., arranged in a different order, or divided in a different manner). All structural and functional equivalents of the elements of the various aspects described throughout the present disclosure are known to or will be known to those of ordinary skill in the art in the future, and are expressly incorporated herein by reference and are intended to be covered by the claims. In addition, regardless of whether such disclosure is explicitly stated in the claims, the content disclosed herein is not intended to be dedicated to the public. According to the provisions of the sixth paragraph of 35 U.S.C. §112, the elements of the claims will not be interpreted unless the phrase "means" is used to clearly state the element, or in the case of a method claim, the phrase "step for..." is used to state the element. In addition, for the scope of the terms "including", "having", etc. used, such terms are intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term "including", as explained when "including" is used as a transitional word in the claims.

[0090] The title, background technology, utility model content, figure description and abstract of the present disclosure are incorporated into the present disclosure hereby, and are provided as illustrative examples of the present disclosure, rather than restrictive descriptions. The submission of this application is based on the understanding that they will not be used to limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the specific implementation, it can be seen that the description provides illustrative examples, and in order to simplify the present disclosure, various features are combined together in various embodiments. This disclosure method should not be interpreted as reflecting the intention that the subject matter claimed for protection requires more features than those explicitly stated in each claim. On the contrary, as reflected in the following claims, the utility model subject matter lies in less than all the features of a single disclosed construction or operation. The claims below are therefore incorporated into the detailed description, and each claim is independently a subject matter claimed for protection.

[0091] The claims are not intended to be limited to the aspects described herein, but are to be accorded the full scope consistent with the language of the claims and including all legal equivalents. Nevertheless, no claim is intended to encompass subject matter that fails to satisfy the requirements of 35 U.S.C. §101, 102, or 103, nor should they be interpreted in such a manner.

Claims

1. An extendable pipe extension kit, characterized in that: It includes: a pipe support including a first end, a second end, and a pipe passage extending through the first end and the second end of the pipe support, wherein the pipe support includes a pipe support length from the first end to the second end of the pipe support; a non-extended configuration, wherein the first end of the pipe holder is positioned a first distance from the second end of the pipe holder, and the first distance is less than the pipe holder length; and An extended configuration, wherein either the first end or the second end of the pipe support moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end, so that the first end of the pipe support is positioned at a second distance from the second end of the pipe support, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

2. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pipe support includes a first longitudinal wall and a second longitudinal wall extending coaxially between a first end and a second end of the pipe support and spaced apart such that a pipe passage is formed between an inner surface of the first longitudinal wall and an inner surface of the second longitudinal wall.

3. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 2, characterized in that: Any one of the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall forms a discontinuous portion along the length of the pipe support.

4. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The discontinuity of the first longitudinal wall is longitudinally aligned with the discontinuity of the second longitudinal wall.

5. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The discontinuity of the first longitudinal wall is not aligned with the discontinuity of the second longitudinal wall.

6. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pipe support is integrally formed in a non-extended configuration.

7. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 2, characterized in that: In the non-extended configuration, a first portion of the tube holder length extends in a first direction and a second portion of the tube holder length extends in a second direction, wherein the second direction is different than the first direction.

8. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 1, characterized in that: It includes a base having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to engage against a patient and the top surface is configured to engage against a tube holder.

9. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 8, characterized in that: In the non-extended configuration, the first and second ends of the tube support are positioned above the top surface of the base.

10. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 8, characterized in that: The pipe support is movable relative to the base along a first portion of the pipe support's length.

11. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 10, characterized in that: The pipe support is coupled to the base along a second portion of the pipe support length.

12. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 8, characterized in that: It includes an adhesive along at least a portion of the bottom surface of the base.

13. An extendable pipe extension kit, characterized in that: It includes: a pipe support including a first end, a second end, and a pipe passage extending through the first end and the second end of the pipe support, wherein the pipe support includes a pipe support length from the first end to the second end of the pipe support; A tube comprising a proximal end portion, a distal end portion and a middle portion, wherein the middle portion of the tube is located within the tube passage, the proximal end portion of the tube extends beyond the first end of the tube holder, and the distal end portion of the tube extends beyond the second end of the tube holder; a non-extended configuration, wherein the first end of the pipe holder is positioned a first distance from the second end of the pipe holder, and the first distance is less than the pipe holder length; and An extended configuration wherein either the first end or the second end moves in a direction away from the other of the first end and the second end such that the first end of the pipe holder is positioned a second distance from the second end of the pipe holder, and the second distance is greater than the first distance.

14. The extendable pipe extension kit according to claim 13, characterized in that: It includes a first fluid connector coupled to a proximal end of the tube and a second fluid connector coupled to a distal end of the tube.

15. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 13, characterized in that: It includes a fluid disconnect device coupled to the pipe.

16. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 15, characterized in that: The fluid disconnect device is coupled between the intermediate portion of the tubular and the distal end portion of the tubular, and between the second end of the tubular support and the distal end of the tubular.

17. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 15, characterized in that: The fluid disconnect device is located between the second end of the tubular support and the distal end of the tubular.

18. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 13, characterized in that: It includes a base having a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to engage against a patient and the top surface is configured to engage against a tube holder.

19. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 18, characterized in that The base includes an arm configured to couple with the tube.

20. The extendable tube extension kit according to claim 18, wherein: It includes an auxiliary port coupled to the tubing.

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