| 摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an IV catheter with an in-line valve and methods related thereto. <P>SOLUTION: A method and apparatus are disclosed for positioning a compression member about the septum of a seal member. In one embodiment, a source of low pressure or vacuum is provided to draw the septum of seal member into the hollow body of the compression member. In an alternative embodiment, a molding apparatus is provided which is dimensioned to receive the compression member and configured to facilitate molding of the septum within the compression member. In another embodiment, the septum of the seal member includes a septum having a tab extending from the septum. The tab is configured to assist positioned of the compression member about the septum. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2013,JPO&INPIT |
