Catheter fixing band

Abstract

A catheter fixing band, comprising a catheter securing portion and a wound dressing portion. The catheter securing portion may comprise a first planar base with a first adhesive proximal surface, an opening extending from a first edge of the first planar base toward an opposing second edge of the first planar base, a first transversal extension with a first adhesive inner surface, antimicrobial composition coated on the first adhesive inner surface of the first transversal extension, and an elongated strip protruding out from between the opening of the first planar base and the first transversal extension. The wound dressing portion may comprise a second planar base opposite to the first planar base with a second adhesive proximal surface, a second transversal extension with a second adhesive inner surface removably attached to the first adhesive inner surface, and a wound dressing pad disposed on the second adhesive inner surface.

Description

Ref- 1403-02-8650CATHETER FIXING BANDTECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to an exemplary catheter fixing band designed to be affixed to a person’s skin in order to secure a catheter or scalp, thereby preventing undesired dislodgement or removal of the catheter or scalp.BACKGROUND

[0002] In medical settings, catheter fixing devices are employed to facilitate medical injections by securing the angiocath and scalp within the veins of patients who receive extended treatments. These catheter fixing devices prevent accidental dislodgment or removal of the catheter or scalp, thereby alleviating discomfort experienced by the patients.

[0003] Concerns arise regarding the usage of conventional catheter fixing devices in healthcare settings, as the risks associated with such bands pertain to both patients and medical staff. For healthcare personnel, caution must be exercised throughout the process of removing the needle from the patient’s skin, in order to avoid needle stick injuries. Such injuries involve the inadvertent penetration of a used and potentially contaminated needle into the skin of another individual, particularly healthcare staff, potentially leading to infections or bloodborne diseases in said personnel.

[0004] Furthermore, patients who have received a catheter or scalp are also subject to risks. Upon removal of these devices from the patient’s skin, a wound may remail on the site of needle insertion, necessitating the application of sterile wound dressings to prevent bacterial infections. Improper use of non-sterile material to cover these wounds may result in subsequent infection.Ref- 1403-02-8650Additionally, the disposal of these used material can contribute to the accumulation of medical waste within the hospital environment.

[0005] Thereby there is a need for a catheter fixing band designed to prevent these two mentioned risk for medical staff and patients; a catheter fixing band which can both prevent needle stick injuries and increase safety for medical staff and also provide a sterile wound dressing to cover patient’s wound after medical injections.SUMMARY

[0006] This summary is intended to provide an overview of the subject matter of the present disclosure, and is not intended to identify essential elements or key elements of the subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to determine the scope of the claimed implementations. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of one or more aspects in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later. The proper scope of the present disclosure may be ascertained from the claims set forth below in view of the detailed description below and the drawings.

[0007] One or more exemplary embodiments describe an exemplary catheter fixing band for fixing catheter or scalp on patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter fixing band may comprise an exemplary catheter securing portion and an exemplary wound dressing portion, symmetrically coupled to an exemplary catheter securing portion. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion may comprise an exemplary first planar base with an exemplary first adhesive proximal surface configured to be attached to an exemplary first region of target skin area. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion may further comprise an exemplary first transversal extension with an exemplary first adhesive inner surface protruding from an exemplary second edge of an exemplary first planar base. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first planar base may comprise an exemplaryRef- 1403-02-8650 opening extending from an exemplary first edge of an exemplary first planar base toward an exemplary opposing second edge of an exemplary first planar base and through which at least a portion of an exemplary first region of the target skin area is exposed. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first transversal extension may comprise an exemplary antimicrobial composition coated on an exemplary first adhesive inner surface of an exemplary first transversal extension. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion may further comprise an exemplary elongated strip protruding out from between an exemplary opening of an exemplary first planar base and an exemplary first transversal extension. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing portion may comprise an exemplary second planar base opposite to an exemplary first planar base with an exemplary second adhesive proximal surface configured to be attached to an exemplary second region of target skin area opposite to an exemplary first region thereof. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing portion may further comprise an exemplary second transversal extension protruding from an exemplary inner edge of an exemplary second planar base adjacent to an exemplary first edge of an exemplary first planar base with an exemplary second adhesive inner surface removably attached to an exemplary first adhesive inner surface of an exemplary first transversal extension. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second transversal extension may further comprise an exemplary wound dressing pad disposed on an exemplary second adhesive inner surface.

[0008] This Summary may introduce a number of concepts in a simplified format; the concepts are further disclosed within the “Detailed Description” section. This Summary is not intended to configure essential / key features of the claimed subject matter, nor is intended to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSRef- 1403-02-8650

[0009] The novel features which are believed to be characteristic of the present disclosure, as to its structure, organization, use and method of operation, together with further objectives and advantages thereof, will be better understood from the following drawings in which an exemplary embodiment will now be illustrated by way of example. It is expressly understood, however, that the drawings are for the purpose of illustration and description only and are not intended as a definition of the limits of the present disclosure. Exemplary embodiments will now be described by way of example in association with the accompanying drawings in which:

[0010] FIG. 1A illustrates a 3 -dimensional (3D) front view of an exemplary catheter fixing band for securing catheter or scalp on a patient’s skin, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. IB illustrates a 3D back view of an exemplary catheter fixing band for securing catheter or scalp on patient’s skin, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 1C illustrates a 3D front view of an exemplary catheter fixing band in a configuration in which, an exemplary catheter securing portion is detached from an exemplary wound dressing portion, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. ID illustrates a 3D back view of an exemplary catheter fixing band in a configuration in which, an exemplary catheter securing portion is detached from an exemplary wound dressing portion, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 2 illustrates a bottom view of an exemplary catheter fixing band, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.Ref- 1403-02-8650

[0015] FIG. 3 illustrates a 3D view of an exemplary catheter fixing band with an exemplary first transversal extension and an exemplary second transversal extension being in a folded configuration, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 4 illustrates a 3D view of an exemplary catheter fixing band with exemplary first transversal extension and an exemplary second transversal extension being folded and laid on an exemplary second planar base, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 5 illustrates a top-view map of an exemplary catheter securing portion, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 6 illustrates a top-view map of an exemplary wound dressing portion, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 7 illustrates a top-view map of an exemplary wound dressing pad, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 8 illustrates a flow chart of an exemplary method for operating an exemplary catheter fixing band, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 9 illustrates a schematic view of a patient’s hand in a state where an exemplary catheter is being secured by an exemplary catheter fixing band on a patient’s hand, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 10 illustrates a schematic view of a patient’ s hand with exemplary catheter hub and elongated strip being held by an exemplary operator (e.g., a nurse), consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 11 illustrates a schematic view of a patient’s hand with exemplary catheter hub and elongated strip being withdrawn from an incision site, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.Ref- 1403-02-8650

[0024] FIG. 12 illustrates a schematic view of an exemplary catheter fixing band in a configuration in which an exemplary first transversal extension is wrapped around an exemplary needle of an exemplary catheter, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 13 illustrates a schematic view of a patient’s hand with an exemplary incision site being covered by an exemplary second transversal extension, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth by way of examples to provide a thorough understanding of the relevant teachings related to the exemplary embodiments. However, it should be apparent that the present teachings may be practiced without such details. In other instances, well known methods, procedures, components, and / or circuitry have been described at a relatively high-level, without detail, in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring aspects of the present teachings.

[0027] The following detailed description is presented to enable a person skilled in the art to make and use the methods and devices disclosed in one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. For purposes of explanation, specific nomenclature is set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present disclosure. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that these specific details are not required to practice the disclosed exemplary embodiments. Descriptions of specific exemplary embodiments are provided only as representative examples. Various modifications to the exemplary implementations will be plain to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other implementations and applications without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure is not intendedRef- 1403-02-8650 to be limited to the implementations shown, but is to be accorded the widest possible scope consistent with the principles and features disclosed herein.

[0028] Medical professionals commonly use catheters or scalp to administer a continuous infusion of medical fluids to patients during prolonged hospital stays or chronic medical conditions, ensuring a consistent delivery of essential substances. However, once the injection process is completed and needle of catheter or scalp is removed from patient’s skin, the needle of the catheter or scalp becomes a sharp and potentially contaminated hazard in the hospital setting, posing a risk for needle-stick injuries among medical staff. Needle-stick injuries occur when a sharp object, such as a needle, syringe, or blade, inadvertently punctures the skin, exposing individuals to blood-borne pathogens like hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV, as well as dangerous materials such as medications or chemicals. Healthcare workers, laboratory personnel, and others who handle needles are particularly vulnerable to these injuries. Furthermore, following the removal of the catheter or scalp needle, a wound remains on the patient’s skin from needle penetration. It is common practice for medical staff to cover this wound with a non-sterile cotton pad, which can increase the risk of infections in patients and contribute to the accumulation of medical waste in the hospital setting.

[0029] Disclosed herein is an exemplary catheter fixing band which may be applicable for securing catheter or scalp on patient’s skin to prevent displacement or removal of needle. In an exemplary embodiment, catheter or scalp may refer to a sterile, single-use intravascular device specifically designed to access the peripheral vascular system, allowing medical professionals to administer essential substances to patients who require extended hospitalization. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter fixing band may be applicable for enveloping a used needle of catheter or scalp that may facilitate its safe disposal into a safety box and prevent needle stick injuries for people working in hospital setting. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter fixing band may be applicable for covering wounds resulting from needle of catheter orRef- 1403-02-8650 scalp in a sterile way to prevent post-injection transfections and decrease the amount of generated trash in hospital. Referring to the figures, FIG. 1A illustrates a 3-dimensional (3D) front view of an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 for securing catheter or scalp on a patient’s skin, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. IB illustrates a 3D back view of an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 for securing catheter or scalp on patient’s skin, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0031] In further detail with respect to FIG. 1, catheter fixing band 100 may comprise an exemplary catheter securing portion 102. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 may be applicable to fix catheter / scalp on patient’s skin to avoid unwanted movement of catheter / scalp. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 may further comprise an exemplary wound dressing portion 104. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing portion 104 may be applicable to dress an incision site on patient’s skin after complete injection and removal of an exemplary needle of catheter / scalp. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 and an exemplary wound dressing portion 104 may be symmetrically coupled to each other by perforation line 106.

[0032] FIG. 1C illustrates 3D front view of an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 in a configuration in which, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 is detached from an exemplary wound dressing portion 104, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. ID illustrates a 3D back view of an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 in a configuration in which, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 is detached from an exemplary wound dressing portion 104, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0033] In further detail with respect to FIGs. 1A-D, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 may comprise an exemplary first planar basel08. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplaryRef- 1403-02-8650 first planar base may attach an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 to a patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first planar base 108 may be made of ‘polymer’ . ‘polymer’ may refer to a large molecule composed of repeating structural subunits, typically linked together by covalent bonds. These subunits may be identical or different and result in the formation of a long chain or network structure. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first planar base 108 may be made of polyurethan.

[0034] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first planar base 108 may comprise an exemplary opening 110 extending from a first edge 112 of the first planar base 108 toward an opposing second edge 114 of the first planar base 108. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary opening may provide access to at least a portion of first region of the target skin area In an exemplary embodiment, ‘first region’ may refer to a specific portion of the intended dermal area where the injection is to be administered. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary opening 110 may also provide access to a scalp / catheter’s hub for withdrawal of catheter / scalp. In an exemplary embodiment, scalp / catheter’s hub may refer to an integral component of a catheter, functioning as the connection point for syringes and other medical instruments utilized in injections. Catheter’s hub is typically located at the proximal end of the catheter, enabling convenient access for prolonged or repeated injections while preserving a sterile environment.

[0035] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 may further comprise an exemplary first transversal extension 116 with an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 protruding from an exemplary second edge 114 of the first planar base 108. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first transversal extension 116 may be made of polymer. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first transversal extension 116 may be made of polyurethan. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first transversal extension 116 may comprise layer of antimicrobial composition 120 coated on an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118. In an exemplary embodiment, ‘antimicrobial composition may refer to a compoundRef- 1403-02-8650 or substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Antimicrobial compositions may be synthetic or naturally derived and may exhibit broad- spectrum or specific activity against certain types of pathogens. In an exemplary embodiment, layer of antimicrobial composition 120 may include, but is not limited to, carbon nanotubes, silver nanoparticles, gold nanoparticles and so on. In an exemplary embodiment, layer of antimicrobial composition 120 may be nanographene oxide. In an exemplary embodiment, nanographene oxide may have mechanical resistance. In an exemplary embodiment, layer of nanographene oxide effectively prevents the sharp tip of the utilized needle from protruding beyond exemplary first transversal extension 116, thereby mitigating the risk of needlestick injuries to medical personnel.

[0036] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first transversal extension 116 may be wrapped around an exemplary used needle of catheter / scalp to transform sharp and potentially hazardous needle into a safe disposal and protect medical staff from needle-stick injuries. Thereby, layer of antimicrobial composition 120 may come into contact with an exemplary used needle of catheter / scalp when first transversal extension 116 is wrapped around an exemplary used needle.

[0037] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first planar base 108 may further comprise an exemplary elongated strip 122 protruding out from between an exemplary opening 110 and an exemplary first transversal extension 116. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary elongated strip 122 may be gripped to alleviate withdrawal of an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 from a patient’s skin following injection. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary elongated strip 122 may be made of polymer. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary elongated strip 122 may be made of polyurethan.

[0038] With further reference to FIGs. 1A-D, in an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing portion 104 may comprise an exemplary second planar base 124 temporarily affixed to an exemplary first planar base 108. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary secondRef- 1403-02-8650 planar base 124 may attach to a second region of target skin area. In an exemplary embodiment, ‘ second region’ may refer to an area of the skin that is not intended for injection; however, a second planar base 124 may be affixed to this region to enhance the securement of catheter. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second planar base 124 may be made of polymer. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second planar base 124 may be made of polyurethan.

[0039] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing portion 104 may further comprise an exemplary second transversal extension 126 protruding from an exemplary inner edge 128 of the second planar base 124 adjacent to the first edge 112 of the first planar base 108. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second transversal extension 126 may comprise an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130 removably attached to an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 of the first transversal extension 116. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second transversal extension 126 may be made of polymer. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second transversal extension 126 may be made of polyurethan.

[0040] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second transversal extension 126 may further comprise an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 on an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 may be used to cover penetration site after complete injection by adhering an exemplary second transversal extension 126. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 may be sterile. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing pad may include, but is not limited to, hydrogel, collagen, hydrocolloid. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 may be made of cotton.

[0041] FIG. 2 illustrates a bottom view 200 of an exemplary catheter fixing band, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 2, an exemplary first planar base 108 may further comprise an exemplary first adhesive proximal surface 202. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first adhesive proximal surfaceRef- 1403-02-8650202 may be applicable to adhere an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 to patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary first adhesive proximal surface 202 may adhere to catheter / scalp wings to fix catheter / scalp on patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second planar base 124 may further comprise an exemplary second adhesive proximal surface 204. In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary second adhesive proximal surface 204 may be applicable to adhere an exemplary wound dressing portion 104 to patient’s skin.

[0042] FIG. 3 illustrates a 3D view 300 of an exemplary catheter fixing band with an exemplary first transversal extension 116 and an exemplary second transversal extension 126 being in a folded configuration, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0043] In an exemplary embodiment, an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 may adapt a configuration, in which an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 and an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130 may adhere to each other and fold to occupy less space.

[0044] FIG. 4 illustrates a 3D view 400 of an exemplary catheter fixing band with an exemplary first transversal extension 116 and an exemplary second transversal extension 126 being in a folded configuration, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 4, an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 may adapt a configuration, in which an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 and an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130 may adhere to each other and fold and lie down on second planar base 124 to occupy further less space and also increase thickness which may provide a better securement for catheter / scalp. In an exemplary embodiment, patient’s information may be written on an exemplary label 402.

[0045] FIG. 5 illustrates a top-view map 500 of an exemplary catheter securing portion 102, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 5, in an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary first planar base 108Ref- 1403-02-8650 is represented with a which may fall within range of 3 to 4 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary first planar base 108 is represented with b which may fall within range of 4 to 5 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary opening 110 is represented with c which may fall within range of 2.8 to 3.4 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary opening 110 is represented with d which may fall within range of 0.4 to 0.6 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary elongated strip 122 is represented with e which may fall within range of 0.8 to 1.2 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary elongated strip 122 is represented with f which may fall within range of 0.3 to 0.5 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary first transversal extension 116 is represented with g which may fall within range of 3.5 to 4.5 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary first transversal extension 116 is represented with h which may fall within range of 1.5 to 2.5 cm.

[0046] FIG. 6 illustrates a top-view map 600 of an exemplary wound dressing portion 104, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 6, in an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary second planar base 124 is represented with i which may fall within range of 4 to 5 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary second planar base 124 is represented with j which may fall within range of 3 to 4 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary second transversal extension 126 is represented with k which may fall within range of 3.5 to 4.5 cm. In an exemplary embodiment, width of an exemplary second transversal extension 126 is represented with 1 which may fall within range of 1.5 to 2.5 cm.

[0047] FIG. 7 illustrates a top-view map 700 of an exemplary wound dressing pad 132, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 7, in an exemplary embodiment, length of an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 is represented with m which may fall within range of 1 to 2 cm. In an exemplary embodiment,Ref- 1403-02-8650 width of an exemplary wound dressing pad 132 is represented with n which may fall within range of 0.75 to 1.25 cm.

[0048] FIG. 8 illustrates a flow chart of a method 800 for operating an exemplary catheter fixing band 100, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. In further detail with respect to FIG. 8, method 800 . . . may comprise: inserting of needle of a catheter / scalp into patient’s skin (step 802); securing catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary first planar base 108 and an exemplary second planar base 124 to target skin area 902 (step 804); holding both catheter / scalp ’s hub 1002 and elongated strip 122 after an exemplary injection is completed (step 806); withdrawing catheter / scalp’ s hub 1002 and elongated strip 122 (step 808); wrapping an exemplary first transversal extension 116 around needle of catheter / scalp 1102 (step 810); and adhering an exemplary second transversal extension 126 on an exemplary incision site 1104 on patient’s skin (step 812). In further detail with respect to step 804, step 804 may include securing catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary first planar base 108 and an exemplary second planar base 124 to target skin area 902. In an exemplary embodiment, securing catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary first planar base 108 and an exemplary second planar base 124 to target skin area 902 may comprise securing catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary first adhesive proximal surface 202 of an exemplary first planar base 108 on wings of catheter / scalp and enhancing securement of catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary second adhesive proximal surface 204 of an exemplary second planar base 124 to target skin area 902. Referring to the figures, FIG. 9 illustrates a schematic view 900 of a patient’s hand, in a state where an exemplary catheter is being secured by an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 on a patient’s hand, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0049] In further detail with respect with FIG. 9, an exemplary catheter fixing band 100 may increase securement of catheter / scalp on patient’s skin by adhering an exemplary first adhesiveRef- 1403-02-8650 proximal surface 202 of an exemplary first planar base 108 and an exemplary second adhesive proximal surface 204 of an exemplary second planar base 124. In further detail with respect to step 806, step 806 may include holding both catheter / scalp hub 1002 and an exemplary elongated strip 122. Referring to the figures, FIG. 10 illustrates a schematic view 1000 of a patient’s hand with exemplary catheter hub 1002 and elongated strip 122 being held by an exemplary operator (e.g., a nurse or a patient who has received appropriate training, may perform the procedure independently using the opposite hand), consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0050] In further detail with respect to FIG. 10, an exemplary elongated strip 122 may help for detachment of an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 after complete injection. In further detail with respect to step 808, step 808 may include withdrawing catheter / scalp hub 1002 and an exemplary elongated strip 122. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing catheter / scalp hub 1002 may lead to discharging catheter / scalp from patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing an exemplary elongated strip 122 may lead to detaching an exemplary catheter securing portion 102 from an exemplary wound dressing portion 104. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing an exemplary elongated strip 122 may lead to detaching an exemplary first planar base 108 from an exemplary second planar base 124 using an exemplary perforation line 106. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing an exemplary elongated strip 122 may lead to separation of an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 from an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing an exemplary elongated strip 122 may also lead to detaching an exemplary first planar base 108 from patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, withdrawing an exemplary elongated strip 122 may further lead to revealing an exemplary adhesive inner surface 118 of an exemplary first transversal extension 116. Referring to the figures, FIG. 11 illustrates a schematic view 1100 of a patient’s hand with exemplaryRef- 1403-02-8650 catheter hub 1002 and elongated strip 122 being withdrawn from an incision site 1104, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0051] In further detail with respect to FIG. 11, catheter / scalp may be discharged by withdrawing catheter / scalp hub 1002 and an exemplary elongated strip 122. In further detail with respect to step 810, step 810 may include wrapping an exemplary first transversal extension 116 around needle of catheter / scalp 1102. In an exemplary embodiment, wrapping an exemplary first transversal extension 116 around needle of catheter / scalp 1102 may lead to direct contact between used needle of catheter / scalp and an exemplary layer of antimicrobial composition 120 coated on an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 of an exemplary first transversal extension 116. In an exemplary embodiment, wrapping an exemplary transversal first extension 116 around used needle of catheter / scalp may lead to disinfecting potentially infected needle of catheter / scalp due to presence of an exemplary layer of antimicrobial composition 120 coated on an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 of an exemplary first transversal extension 116. In an exemplary embodiment, wrapping an exemplary first adhesive inner surface 118 of an exemplary first transversal extension 116 around used needle of catheter / scalp may also transform an exemplary sharp hazard into an exemplary safe disposal method, eliminating risk of needle-stick for medical personnel. Referring to the figures, FIG. 12 illustrates a schematic view 1200 of an exemplary catheter fixing band 100, in a configuration in which an exemplary first transversal extension 210 is wrapped around needle of catheter / scalp 1102, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0052] In further detail with respect to FIG. 12, an exemplary adhesive inner surface 118 of an exemplary first transversal extension 116 is wrapped around needle of catheter / scalp 1102 which may bring needle of catheter / scalp 1102 into contact with an exemplary layer of antimicrobial composition 120, eliminating risk of needle-stick injuries for medical staff. In further detail with respect to step 812, step 812 may include adhering an exemplary second transversalRef- 1403-02-8650 extension 126 on an exemplary incision site 1104 on patient’s skin. In an exemplary embodiment, adhering an exemplary second transversal extension 126 on an exemplary incision site 1104 on patient’s skin may comprise covering an exemplary incision site 1104 caused by needle of catheter / scalp 1102 by lying down an exemplary second transversal extension 126, adhering an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130 of an exemplary second transversal extension 126 on patient’s skin and covering an exemplary incision site 1104 using an exemplary wound dressing pad 132. Referring to the figures, FIG. 13 illustrates a schematic view 1300 of a patient’s hand with an exemplary incision site 1104 being covered by an exemplary second transversal extension 126, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0053] In further detail with respect to FIG. 13, an exemplary incision site 1104 may be dressed by adhering an exemplary second adhesive inner surface 130 of an exemplary second transversal extension 126 on patient’s skin and covering an exemplary incision site 1104 by an exemplary wound dressing pad 132.

[0054] While the foregoing has described what are considered to be the best mode and / or other examples, it is understood that various modifications may be made therein and that the subject matter disclosed herein may be implemented in various forms and examples, and that the teachings may be applied in numerous applications, only some of which have been described herein. It is intended by the following claims to claim any and all applications, modifications and variations that fall within the true scope of the present teachings.

[0055] Unless otherwise stated, all measurements, values, ratings, positions, magnitudes, sizes, and other specifications that are set forth in this specification, including in the claims that follow, are approximate, not exact. They are intended to have a reasonable range that is consistent with the functions to which they relate and with what is customary in the art to which they pertain.

[0056] The scope of protection is limited solely by the claims that now follow. That scope is intended and should be interpreted to be as broad as is consistent with the ordinary meaning ofRef- 1403-02-8650 the language that is used in the claims when interpreted in light of this specification and the prosecution history that follows and to encompass all structural and functional equivalents. Notwithstanding, none of the claims are intended to embrace subject matter that fails to satisfy the requirement of Sections 101, 102, or 103 of the Patent Act, nor should they be interpreted in such a way. Any unintended embracement of such subject matter is hereby disclaimed.

[0057] Except as stated immediately above, nothing that has been stated or illustrated is intended or should be interpreted to cause a dedication of any component, step, feature, object, benefit, advantage, or equivalent to the public, regardless of whether it is or is not recited in the claims.

[0058] It will be understood that the terms and expressions used herein have the ordinary meaning as is accorded to such terms and expressions with respect to their corresponding respective areas of inquiry and study except where specific meanings have otherwise been set forth herein. Relational terms such as first and second and the like may be used solely to distinguish one entity or action from another without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. An element proceeded by “a” or “an” does not, without further constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises the element.

[0059] Unless otherwise stated, all measurements, values, ratings, positions, magnitudes, sizes, and other specifications that are set forth in this specification, are approximate, not exact. They are intended to have a reasonable range that is consistent with the functions to which they relate and with what is customary in the art to which they pertain.

[0060] It will be understood that the terms and expressions used herein have the ordinary meaning as is accorded to such terms and expressions with respect to their corresponding respective areas of inquiry and study, except where specific meanings have otherwise been set forth herein. Relational terms such as “first” and “second” and the like may be used solely toRef- 1403-02-8650 distinguish one entity or action from another without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions.

[0061] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it may be seen that various features are grouped together in various implementations. This is for purposes of streamlining the disclosure, and is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed implementations require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed implementation. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.

[0062] While various implementations have been described, the description is intended to be exemplary, rather than limiting and it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more implementations and implementations are possible that are within the scope of the implementations. Although many possible combinations of features are shown in the accompanying figures and discussed in this detailed description, many other combinations of the disclosed features are possible. Any feature of any implementation may be used in combination with or substituted for any other feature or element in any other implementation unless specifically restricted. Therefore, it will be understood that any of the features shown and / or discussed in the present disclosure may be implemented together in any suitable combination. Accordingly, the implementations are not to be restricted except in light of the attached claims and their equivalents. Also, various modifications and changes may be made within the scope of the attached claims.

Claims

Ref- 1403-02-8650What is claimed is:

1. A catheter fixing band, comprising: a catheter securing portion comprising: a first planar base with a first adhesive proximal surface configured to be attached to a first region of a target skin area, wherein the first planar base comprises an opening extending from a first edge of the first planar base toward an opposing second edge of the first planar base and through which at least a portion of the first region of the target skin area is exposed; a first transversal extension with a first adhesive inner surface protruding from the second edge of the first planar base, the first transversal extension comprising an antimicrobial composition coated on the first adhesive inner surface of the first transversal extension; and an elongated strip protruding out from between the opening of the first planar base and the first transversal extension; a wound dressing portion symmetrically coupled to the catheter securing portion comprising: a second planar base opposite to the first planar base, the second planar base comprising a second adhesive proximal surface configured to be attached to a second region of the target skin area opposite to the first region thereof; and a second transversal extension protruding from an inner edge of the second planar base adjacent to the first edge of the first planar base, the second transversal extension comprising a second adhesive inner surface removably attached to the first adhesive inner surface of the first transversal extension, wherein the second transversal extension further comprises a wound dressing pad disposed on the second adhesive inner surface.Ref- 1403-02-86502. The catheter fixing band of claim 1, wherein the first planar base, the first transversal extension, the elongated strip, the second planar base, and the second transversal extension are made of polymer.

3. The catheter fixing band of claim 1, wherein the first planar base, the first transversal extension, the elongated strip, the second planar base, and the second transversal extension are made of polyurethane.

4. The catheter fixing band of claim 1, wherein the antimicrobial composition is nanographene oxide.

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