摘要 |
<p>An angiographic syringe (12) and a connector (14) for effecting the connection of a catheter (16) to the syringe (12) is disclosed. The connector (14) is a tubular member that engages the syringe (12) at the discharge end and removably engages a suitable end member of a catheter (16). In the preferred embodiment, the connector is a hollow single-piece structure with tabs (40) at one end for engaging the discharge end (38) of the syringe. A track (38b) in the discharge end permits purely rotational movement of the connector about the syringe and eliminates any translational movement thereon. The other end of the connector employs an inner thread (30) to engage the corresponding end (36) of the catheter. Rotational movement of the connector about the discharge end of the syringe draws the catheter into tight engagement therewith, eliminating any rotational movement of either the syringe or catheter.</p> |