PROTECTION AND SECURING APPARATUS FOR EXTERNALLY PROTRUDING MEDICAL TUBES

摘要

Embodiments described herein include apparatus for securing and protecting medical tubes, such as a PICC line, which are inserted at an end into a body of a human or other animal. According to one aspect, a medical tube protective sleeve apparatus is provided with a securing strap to secure the apparatus to the body. A first pad has an opening through which the medical tube can be placed. The first pad is connected to the securing strap so that the first pad may be secured to the body, positioned such that the medical tube may be threaded from an insertion point of the body through the opening of the first pad. A second pad is attached to the first pad and may be used to secure onto the first pad to protect the PICC line and exit site from containments. The second pad further includes a securing pocket to allow longer PICC lines to be tucked away/curled-up to avoid being snagged in clothing or other surfaces.

主权项

1. A medical tube protective sleeve apparatus, comprising:
at least one first securing mechanism to secure the apparatus to a portion of a body of a human or animal, the portion receiving an inserted medical tube; a first pad having an opening through which the medical tube can be placed, the first pad being connected to the at least one securing part so that the first pad may be secured to a plurality of body portions, the first pad being positioned to allow the medical tube to be threaded from the insertion point of the body through the opening of the first pad.