SAFETY IV CATHETER INFUSION DEVICE

摘要

A device for delivering an IV catheter to an IV infusion site is disclosed. The device includes a cylindrical housing (12) adapted to fit into the hand of the clinician. A catheter assembly (21) is disposed in the housing and can be advanced to an extended position and retracted. The catheter assembly is rotated as the needle (54) is inserted into the vein. After the needle and catheter (52) are inserted into the vein, the needle is retracted into he housing leaving the catheter in place.