摘要 |
<p>A self packaged medical device, such as a syringe assembly (10), having a hollow body (16) and an operative element (34) therein for the controlled dispensing or entry of fluid into the body. An extension member (36) operatively connected to the operative element and extending proximally beyond the proximal end (22) of the body. The device further includes a proximal barrier (30, 46) between the extension member and the body and a distal barrier (24, 38) to maintain the sterility of the interior of the device prior to use. The medical device is also disclosed in combination with a safety syringe (12) wherein a needle protective shield (200) is movably mounted about the body (16) and is movable between retracted and extended positions.</p> |