| 摘要 |
<p>A method and apparatus for removing an article from a patient comprising an extensible container or sleeve having a collar or body maintaining the neck of the container in an open position. The extensible container is initially collapsed or compressed (in an accordion or folded manner) such that a proximal end of the article may be gripped through the container and withdrawn from the patient, the container expanding or unfolding to accommodate the length of the article. The neck is collapsible to provide a sealing means to form a closure. The body may be compressed or collapsed and sealed to form an enclosure containing the article. The body or container may include a protective skirt to provide an enhanced barrier between the patient and the surrounding environment. A retractor or handle initially disposed within the extensible container may be used to grip and withdraw relatively lengthy items such as tubing or catheters, and the retractor may include a pulley member that permits withdrawal at twice the linear rate of displacement of the retractor relative to the body. Alternate embodiments including a truncated gripping adapter, an enclosed two-part case, a completely removable extensible container, and a toroid-shaped case are also disclosed.</p> |
