| 摘要 |
<p>An antibacterial closure system (10) that encloses a connector (14) positioned on the end of a flexible conduit (12) in a procedure where a sterile connection is desired. A hollow, tubular handle member (18) is provided, comprising a pair of hinge halves (20, 22) connected by an integral hinge (24) and proportioned to close about the rear portion (26) of a connector (14). The handle member (18) is proportioned at its forward end to press against the rear annular face (30) of a shoulder (32) on the connector (14) to provide an annular seal. A tubular closure member (34) is also provided in closing relation with the handle member (18). The closure member (34) also has an inner annular seat (38) to provided an annular seal area. The closure member (34) surrounds but is spaced from the forward portion (44) of the connector (14) to provide space for an antiseptic to be provided. A cap member (52) is provided to close the top of the closure member (34) and to seal an antiseptic therein. A pinch clamp (48) is also provided to releasably clamp the bore or lumen of the tube (12).</p> |
