Dressings and waterproof sleeves for catheters

Abstract

The present invention relates to a sanitary accessory consisting of a dressing and sleeve assembly, which sleeve is made of sterilised waterproof polyethylene, to protect catheters during the personal hygiene care of patients (for example, dialysis patients) so as to prevent external infections.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Waterproof dressings and covers for catheters Technical sector

[0003] Sanitary accessories

[0004] The purpose of this utility model application is to register a set of high-quality, sterilized and approved sanitary accessories currently on the market.

[0005] Composed of a waterproof polyethylene layer, where the catheter is inserted, a dressing used by health personnel

[0006] This set of sanitary accessories, a dressing and a waterproof bandage, will be used exclusively for patients who require the use of catheters, such as those used in the treatment of patients with diabetes.

[0007] This set of sanitary accessories of dressing and waterproof dressing will be placed on patients by the health personnel,

[0008] Among the benefits of using this set of sanitary dressing and bandage accessories are: 1) improved waterproof protection of catheters, thus minimizing the risk of infection by bacteria and bacteria; 2) improved quality of life for patients in terms of personal hygiene; 3) easy handling by healthcare personnel in terms of placement and removal of the invention.

[0009] Background of the invention

[0010] There are accessories similar to the one described in the present invention that reflect the state of the art related to it, such as, for example, the one currently used by Social Security personnel in the treatment of dialysis patients, where the accessories used partially protect the catheter, making the patient have to be very careful when performing their personal hygiene to not wet the accessory, which could lead to unwanted infections. This invention allows patients to perform their personal hygiene without the risk of wetting or contaminating the catheter, thus minimizing possible complications for their health and substantially improving the quality of life of the patients.

[0011] Explanation of the Invention This sanitary set of dressing and waterproof cover consists of a sterile, waterproof, ptofetiton cover and a dressing, which together are placed to protect the catheter from water, which could cause contamination of the catheter with the corresponding risk to the patient's health. Its texture and waterproofing ensure the catheter has the necessary protection for personal hygiene. The rectangular shape of the cover and the dressing partially cover the catheter in its entirety, keeping it dry and protected.

[0012] Preferred embodiment of the invention

[0013] This is a healthcare product intended for use by healthcare personnel. It consists of a sterile, impermeable plastic wrap and a siren-pite dressing. The purpose of this invention is to protect the catheter from possible external infections. Description of the drawings

[0014] Figure 1 corresponds to the front (a) of the dressing envelope, with the characteristics of the transparent dressing for water and the dressing that is located inside the envelope.

[0015] Figure 2 corresponds to (c) on the plastic of (d) the impermeable polyethylene sheath where the catheter is inserted.

[0016] Figure 3 shows the transparent dressing (b) without the application frame. Film for waterproof use.

[0017] Figure 4 corresponds to (d) the waterproof polyethylene dressing that is inside figure 2 (c). Figure 5 corresponds to the example of the utility model that contains (b) the waterproof dressing, (c) the polyethylene sheath, (d) the catheter to be protected by this invention and its hospital patch in finer relief.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Waterproof dressing and cover for catheters characterized by being composed of a dressing and a bandage. 2 Waterproof dressing and bandage for catheters, according to claim 1, in which the bandage is made of rectangular polyethylene 3. Waterproof dressing and bandage for catheters according to claim 2, wherein the rectangular polyethylene bandage is sterilized.

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