A61MDEVICES FOR INTRODUCING MEDIA INTO, OR ONTO, THE BODY introducing media into or onto the bodies of animals A61D7/00; means for inserting tampons A61F13/26; devices for administering food or medicines orally A61J; containers for collecting, storing or administering blood or medical fluids A61J1/05DEVICES FOR TRANSDUCING BODY MEDIA OR FOR TAKING MEDIA FROM THE BODY surgery A61B; chemical aspects of surgical articles A61LDEVICES FOR PRODUCING OR ENDING SLEEP OR STUPOR Electrotherapy, e.g. producing anaesthesia by the use of alternating or intermittent currents A61N1/36021This subclass covers suction, pumping or atomising devices for medical use (e.g. cups, breast relievers, irrigators, sprays, powder insufflators, atomisers, inhalers), apparatus for general or local anaesthetics, devices or methods for causing a change in the state of consciousness, catheters, dilators, apparatus for introducing medicines into the body other than orallyVoid When classifying in this group, classification is also made in group B01D15/08 insofar as subject matter of general interest relating to chromatography is concerned The following IPC groups are not in the CPC scheme. The subject matter for these IPC groups is classified in the following CPC groups: A61M1/18 covered by B01D63/02, B01D63/04A61M1/20 covered by B01D63/06A61M1/22 covered by B01D63/08A61M1/24 covered by B01D63/10A61M3/04 covered by A61M3/02A61M5/175 covered by A61M5/168A61M5/303 covered by A61M5/30A61M5/307 covered by A61M5/30A61M25/08 covered by A61M25/0105A61M25/082 covered by A61M25/0116A61M25/085 covered by A61M25/0122A61M25/088 covered by A61M25/01A61M25/092 covered by A61M25/0133A61M25/095 covered by A61M25/01, A61B5/00, A61N1/056A61M25/098 covered by A61M25/0108A61M25/12 covered by A61M25/10, A61M29/02A61M25/14 covered by A61M25/0021A61M25/16 covered by A61M25/0009A61M25/18 covered by A61M25/0014A61M29/04 covered by A61M29/02A61M36/00 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10A61M36/02 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10A61M36/04 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10A61M36/06 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10, A61M15/02A61M36/08 covered by A61M5/1785A61M36/10 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10A61M36/12 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10A61M36/14 covered by A61M37/0069, A61N5/10In this subclass non-limiting references (in the sense of paragraph 39 of the Guide to the IPC) may still be displayed in the scheme. A61M1/00 A61M1/00Suction or pumping devices for medical purposesDevices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body-liquidsDrainage systems catheters A61M25/00; tube connectors, tube couplings, valves or branch units specially adapted for medical use A61M39/00; devices for taking samples of blood A61B5/15; filters implantable into blood vessels A61F2/01 A61M1/0001Containers for suction drainage, e.g. rigid containersGroup A61M1/0001 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/60, A61M1/64, A61M1/65, A61M1/66, A61M1/67, A61M1/68, A61M1/682, A61M1/684, A61M1/98, A61M1/982, A61M1/984 and A61M1/985.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0003Self-contained vacuum aspiratorsGroup A61M1/0003 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/60, A61M1/64, A61M1/65, A61M1/66, A61M1/67, A61M1/68, A61M1/682, A61M1/684, A61M1/98, A61M1/982, A61M1/984 and A61M1/985.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0011Drainage containers incorporating a flexible member creating suction, e.g. bags in a low-pressure chamber, bellowsGroup A61M1/0011 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/604, A61M1/62, A61M1/68, A61M1/682 and A61M1/684.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0023Suction drainage systems containers therefor A61M1/0001; suction-irrigation systems A61M1/0058Group A61M1/0023 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/71 - A61M1/985.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0058Suction-irrigation systems aspiration tips supplying fluids A61M1/85; combined with tracheal tubes A61M16/0463Group A61M1/0058 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/77 and A61M1/92.
Groups A61M1/0058, A61M1/77 and A61M1/92 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0062operating alternately A61M1/774 takes precedenceGroup A61M1/0062 is no longer used for the classification of documents as of 2021-05-01.
The content of this group is being reclassified into groups A61M1/772 and A61M1/92.
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All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/062Pump accessories A61M1/064Suction cups A61M1/066Inserts therefor A61M1/067with means for hands-free operationGroup A61M1/067 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/06.
Groups A61M1/06 and A61M1/067 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/068having means for simultaneous feeding, e.g. with rubber nipple for feeding A61M1/069Means for improving milking yieldGroups A61M1/069, A61M1/0693, A61M1/06935 and A61M1/0697 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/06.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/0693with programmable or pre-programmed sucking patterns A61M1/06935imitating the suckling of an infant A61M1/0697having means for massaging the breast A61M1/08Cupping glasses , i.e. for enhancing blood circulation A61M1/14Dialysis systemsArtificial kidneysBlood oxygenators semi-permeable membranes characterised by the material, manufacturing processes therefor B01D71/00 ; Reciprocating systems for treatment of body fluids, e.g. single needle systems for hemofiltration or pheresisGroup A61M1/14 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/15with a cassette forming partially or totally the flow circuit for the treating fluid, e.g. the dialysate fluid circuit or the treating gas circuitGroups A61M1/15 - A61M1/1566 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/267, A61M1/30 - A61M1/362.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/152Details related to the interface between cassette and machine A61M1/1522the interface being evacuated interfaces to enhance contact A61M1/1524the interface providing means for actuating on functional elements of the cassette, e.g. plungers A61M1/153the cassette being adapted for heating or cooling the treating fluid, e.g. the dialysate or the treating gas A61M1/154with sensing means or components thereof A61M1/155with treatment-fluid pumping means or components thereof A61M1/156Constructional details of the cassette, e.g. specific details on material or shape A61M1/1561at least one cassette surface or portion thereof being flexible, e.g. the cassette having a rigid base portion with preformed channels and being covered with a foilGroup A61M1/1561 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/14.
Groups A61M1/14 and A61M1/1561 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1562Details of incorporated reservoirs A61M1/15625the reservoirs acting as balance chambersGroup A61M1/15625 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/14.
Groups A61M1/14 and A61M1/15625 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1563Details of incorporated filters A61M1/15632the filter being a dialyser A61M1/1565Details of valves A61M1/1566Means for adding solutions or substances to the treating fluid A61M1/159specially adapted for peritoneal dialysisGroup A61M1/159 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/362.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/16with membranesGroup A61M1/16 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1601Control or regulationGroup A61M1/1601 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1603Regulation parametersGroup A61M1/1603 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1605Physical characteristics of the dialysate fluidGroup A61M1/1605 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1607before use, i.e. upstream of dialyserGroup A61M1/1607 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1609after use, i.e. downstream of dialyserGroup A61M1/1609 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1611Weight of the patientGroup A61M1/1611 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1613Profiling or modelling of patient or predicted treatment evolution or outcomeGroup A61M1/1613 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1615using measurements made at different flow ratesGroup A61M1/1615 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1617using measurements made during a temporary variation of a characteristic of the fresh dialysis fluidGroup A61M1/1617 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1619Sampled collection of used dialysate, i.e. obviating the need for recovery of whole dialysate quantity for post-dialysis analysisGroup A61M1/1619 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1621Constructional aspects thereof semi-permeable membranes for separation processes characterised by their properties B01D69/00; semi permeable membranes characterised by their material B01D71/00Group A61M1/1621 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401, A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623 and A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1623Disposition or location of membranes relative to fluidsGroup A61M1/1623 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1625Dialyser of the outside perfusion type, i.e. blood flow outside hollow membrane fibres or tubesGroup A61M1/1625 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1627Dialyser of the inside perfusion type, i.e. blood flow inside hollow membrane fibres or tubesGroup A61M1/1627 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1629with integral heat exchangerGroup A61M1/1629 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1631having non-tubular membranes, e.g. sheetsGroup A61M1/1631 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1633with more than one dialyser unitGroup A61M1/1633 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1635with volume chamber balancing devices between used and fresh dialysis fluidGroup A61M1/1635 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1637containing the whole volume of dialysis fluid used during a treatment sessionGroup A61M1/1637 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1639linked by membranesGroup A61M1/1639 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1641linked by pistonsGroup A61M1/1641 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1643with weighing of fresh and used dialysis fluidGroup A61M1/1643 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1645with mechanically linked peristaltic dialysis fluid pumps one upstream, the other one downstream of the dialyserGroup A61M1/1645 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1647with flow rate measurement of the dialysis fluid, upstream and downstream of the dialyserGroup A61M1/1647 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1649with pulsatile dialysis fluid flowGroup A61M1/1649 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/165with a dialyser bypass on the dialysis fluid lineGroup A61M1/165 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1652Holding or locking systems for the membrane unitGroup A61M1/1652 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1654Dialysates thereforGroup A61M1/1654 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1656Apparatus for preparing dialysatesGroup A61M1/1656 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1657with centralised supply of dialysate or constituent thereof for more than one dialysis unitGroup A61M1/1657 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/267, A61M1/30 - A61M1/362.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1658DegasificationGroup A61M1/1658 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/166Heating for sterilisation A61M1/1686Group A61M1/166 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1662with heat exchange between fresh and used dialysateGroup A61M1/1662 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1664with temperature controlGroup A61M1/1664 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1666by dissolving solidsGroup A61M1/1666 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1668Details of containersGroup A61M1/1668 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/167Flexible packaging for solid concentratesGroup A61M1/167 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1672using membrane filters, e.g. for sterilising the dialysateGroup A61M1/1672 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1674using UV radiation sources for sterilising the dialysateGroup A61M1/1674 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1676containing proteins, e.g. albuminGroup A61M1/1676 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1678intracorporal peritoneal dialysis A61M1/28Group A61M1/1678 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/168Sterilisation or cleaning before or after useGroup A61M1/168 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1682both machine and membrane module, i.e. also the module blood sideGroup A61M1/1682 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1684Checking the module characteristics before reuseGroup A61M1/1684 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1686by heatGroup A61M1/1686 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1688with recirculation of the sterilising fluidGroup A61M1/1688 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/169using chemical substancesGroup A61M1/169 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1692Detection of blood traces in dialysateGroup A61M1/1692 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1694with recirculating dialysing liquidGroup A61M1/1694 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1696with dialysate regenerationGroup A61M1/1696 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/1698Blood oxygenators with or without heat-exchangers intracorporal A61M1/1678; manufacturing of membranes therefor B01D67/00; semi-permeable membranes for separation processes characterised by their properties B01D69/00; semi-permeable membranes characterised by their material B01D71/00Group A61M1/1698 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/26and internal elements which are movingGroup A61M1/26 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/262rotatingGroup A61M1/262 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/265inducing Taylor vorticesGroup A61M1/265 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/267used for pumpingGroup A61M1/267 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/28Peritoneal dialysis ; Other peritoneal treatment, e.g. oxygenationGroup A61M1/28 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/281, A61M1/282, A61M1/284, A61M1/285, A61M1/287 and A61M1/288.
Group A61M1/28 is also impacted by reclassification into group A61M1/159.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/281Instillation other than by gravityGroup A61M1/281 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159.
Groups A61M1/281, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/282Operational modesGroup A61M1/282 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159.
Groups A61M1/282, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/284Continuous flow peritoneal dialysis [CFPD]Group A61M1/284 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159,
Groups A61M1/284, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/285Catheters thereforGroup A61M1/285 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159.
Groups A61M1/285, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/287Dialysates thereforGroup A61M1/287 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159.
Groups A61M1/287, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/288Priming priming in extracorporeal blood circuits A61M1/3643Group A61M1/288 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/28 and A61M1/159.
Groups A61M1/288, A61M1/28 and A61M1/159 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/30Single needle dialysis ; Reciprocating systems, alternately withdrawing blood from and returning it to the patient, e.g. single-lumen-needle dialysis or single needle systems for hemofiltration or pheresisGroup A61M1/30 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/301DetailsGroup A61M1/301 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/302having a reservoir for withdrawn untreated bloodGroup A61M1/302 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/303having a reservoir for treated blood to be returnedGroup A61M1/303 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/304Treatment chamber used as reservoir, e.g. centrifuge bowl or filter with movable membraneGroup A61M1/304 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/305Control of inversion point between collection and re-infusion phaseGroup A61M1/305 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/306Pressure control, e.g. using substantially rigid closed or gas buffered or elastic reservoirsGroup A61M1/306 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/307Time controlGroup A61M1/307 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/308Volume control, e.g. with open or flexible containers, by counting the number of pump revolutions, weighingGroup A61M1/308 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/309with trans-membrane pressure [TMP] increasing substantially continuously during arterial phaseGroup A61M1/309 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/32Oxygenators without membranesGroup A61M1/32 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/322Antifoam; DefoamingGroup A61M1/322 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/325Surfactant coating; Improving wettabilityGroup A61M1/325 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/327using catalytic production of oxygenGroup A61M1/327 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/34Filtering material out of the blood by passing it through a membrane, i.e. hemofiltration or diafiltrationGroup A61M1/34 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3401Cassettes thereforGroup A61M1/3401 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/267, A61M1/30 - A61M1/362.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3403Regulation parametersGroup A61M1/3403 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3406Physical characteristics of the filtrate, e.g. ureaGroup A61M1/3406 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/341by measuring the filtrate rate or volumeGroup A61M1/341 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3413DiafiltrationGroup A61M1/3413 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3417using distinct filters for dialysis and ultra-filtrationGroup A61M1/3417 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/342Adding solutions to the blood, e.g. substitution solutions for preventing coagulation A61M1/3672Group A61M1/342 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3424Substitution fluid pathGroup A61M1/3424 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3427back through the membrane, e.g. by inverted trans-membrane pressure [TMP]Group A61M1/3427 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3431upstream of the filterGroup A61M1/3431 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3434with pre-dilution and post-dilutionGroup A61M1/3434 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3437downstream of the filter, e.g. post-dilution with filtrateGroup A61M1/3437 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3441Substitution rate control as a function of the ultrafiltration rateGroup A61M1/3441 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3444in which the collected ultra-filtrate expels an equal volume of substitution fluid from a reservoirGroup A61M1/3444 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3448by mechanically linked pumps in both ultra-filtrate and substitution flow lineGroup A61M1/3448 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3451the difference in weight between both ultra-filtrate and substitution reservoir being used as control signalGroup A61M1/3451 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3455Substitution fluidsGroup A61M1/3455 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3458having electrolytes not present in the dialysateGroup A61M1/3458 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3462Circuits for the preparation thereofGroup A61M1/3462 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3465using dialysate as substitution fluidGroup A61M1/3465 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3468using treated filtrate as substitution fluidGroup A61M1/3468 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3472with treatment of the filtrateGroup A61M1/3472 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3475with filtrate treatment agent in the same enclosure as the membraneGroup A61M1/3475 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3479by dialysing the filtrateGroup A61M1/3479 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3482by filtrating the filtrate using another cross-flow filter, e.g. a membrane filterGroup A61M1/3482 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3486Biological, chemical treatment, e.g. chemical precipitation; treatment by absorbentsGroup A61M1/3486 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3489by biological cells, e.g. bioreactorGroup A61M1/3489 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3493using treatment agents in suspensionGroup A61M1/3493 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3496Plasmapheresis; Leucopheresis; Lymphopheresis A61M1/3472 takes precedenceGroup A61M1/3496 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/36Other treatment of blood in a by-pass of the natural circulatory system, e.g. temperature adaptation, irradiation ; Extra-corporeal blood circuitsGroup A61M1/36 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3601Extra-corporeal circuits in which the blood fluid passes more than once through the treatment unitGroup A61M1/3601 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3603in the same directionGroup A61M1/3603 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3604in opposite directionsGroup A61M1/3604 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3606Arrangements for blood-volume reduction of extra-corporeal circuitsGroup A61M1/3606 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3607Regulation parametersGroup A61M1/3607 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3609Physical characteristics of the blood, e.g. haematocrit, ureaGroup A61M1/3609 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/361before treatmentGroup A61M1/361 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3612after treatmentGroup A61M1/3612 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3613Reperfusion, e.g. of the coronary vessels, e.g. retroperfusionGroup A61M1/3613 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3615Cleaning blood contaminated by local chemotherapy of a body part temporarily isolated from the blood circuitGroup A61M1/3615 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3616Batch-type treatmentGroup A61M1/3616 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3618Magnetic separationGroup A61M1/3618 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/362changing physical properties of target cells by binding them to added particles to facilitate their subsequent separation from other cells, e.g. immunoaffinityGroup A61M1/362 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/15 - A61M1/159, A61M1/1657, A61M1/3401 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3621Extra-corporeal blood circuits single-needle circuits A61M1/30Group A61M1/3621 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3622with a cassette forming partially or totally the blood circuitGroups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/362266 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/267, A61M1/30 - A61M1/387.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/36222Details related to the interface between cassette and machine A61M1/362223the interface being evacuated interfaces to enhance contact A61M1/362227the interface providing means for actuating on functional elements of the cassette, e.g. plungers A61M1/36223the cassette being adapted for heating or cooling the blood A61M1/36224with sensing means or components thereof A61M1/36225with blood pumping means or components thereof A61M1/36226Constructional details of cassettes, e.g. specific details on material or shape A61M1/362261at least one cassette surface or portion thereof being flexible, e.g. the cassette having a rigid base portion with preformed channels and being covered with a foil A61M1/362262Details of incorporated reservoirs A61M1/362263Details of incorporated filters A61M1/362264the filter being a blood filter A61M1/362265Details of valves A61M1/362266Means for adding solutions or substances to the blood A61M1/3623Means for actively controlling temperature of bloodGroup A61M1/3623 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/14, A61M1/16 - A61M1/267, A61M1/30 - A61M1/387.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3624Level detectors; Level controlGroup A61M1/3624 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3626Gas bubble detectorsGroup A61M1/3626 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3627Degassing devices; Buffer reservoirs; Drip chambers; Blood filtersGroup A61M1/3627 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3629degassing by changing pump speed, e.g. during primingGroup A61M1/3629 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/363Degassing by using vibrationsGroup A61M1/363 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3632Combined venous-cardiotomy reservoirsGroup A61M1/3632 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3633Blood component filters, e.g. leukocyte filtersGroup A61M1/3633 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3635Constructional detailsGroup A61M1/3635 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3636having a flexible housingGroup A61M1/3636 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622, A61M1/36222 and A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3638with a vapour trapGroup A61M1/3638 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3639Blood pressure control, pressure transducers specially adapted thereforGroup A61M1/3639 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3641Pressure isolatorsGroup A61M1/3641 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3643Priming, rinsing before or after useGroup A61M1/3643 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3644Mode of operationGroup A61M1/3644 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3646Expelling the residual body fluid after use, e.g. back to the bodyGroup A61M1/3646 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3647with recirculation of the priming solutionGroup A61M1/3647 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3649using dialysate as priming or rinsing liquidGroup A61M1/3649 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/365through membranes, e.g. by inverted trans-membrane pressure [TMP]Group A61M1/365 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3652using gas, e.g. airGroup A61M1/3652 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3653Interfaces between patient blood circulation and extra-corporal blood circuitGroup A61M1/3653 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3655Arterio-venous shunts or fistulaeGroup A61M1/3655 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3656Monitoring patency or flow at connection sites; Detecting disconnectionsGroup A61M1/3656 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3658Indicating the amount of purified blood recirculating in the fistula or shuntGroup A61M1/3658 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3659Cannulae pertaining to extracorporeal circulationGroup A61M1/3659 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3661for haemodialysisGroup A61M1/3661 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3663Flow rate transducers; Flow integratorsGroup A61M1/3663 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3664for preparing cardioplegia solutionsGroup A61M1/3664 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3666Cardiac or cardiopulmonary bypass, e.g. heart-lung machinesGroup A61M1/3666 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3667with assisted venous returnGroup A61M1/3667 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3669Electrical impedance measurement of body fluids; transducers specially adapted thereforGroup A61M1/3669 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/367Circuit parts not covered by the preceding subgroups of group A61M1/3621Group A61M1/367 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3672Means preventing coagulationGroup A61M1/3672 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3673Anticoagulant coating, e.g. Heparin coatingGroup A61M1/3673 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3675DeactivationGroup A61M1/3675 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3676by interposing a liquid layer between blood and airGroup A61M1/3676 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3678Separation of cells using wave pressure; Manipulation of individual corpusclesGroup A61M1/3678 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3679by absorption A61M1/3675 takes precedenceGroup A61M1/3679 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3681by irradiationGroup A61M1/3681 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3683using photoactive agentsGroup A61M1/3683 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3686by removing photoactive agents after irradiationGroup A61M1/3686 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3687Chemical treatment A61M1/3675 takes precedenceGroup A61M1/3687 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3689by biological cellsGroup A61M1/3689 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/369Temperature treatmentGroup A61M1/369 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3692Washing or rinsing blood or blood constituentsGroup A61M1/3692 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622, A61M1/36222, A61M1/362223, A61M1/362227, A61M1/36223, A61M1/36224, A61M1/36225, A61M1/36226, A61M1/362261, A61M1/362262, A61M1/362263, A61M1/362264, A61M1/362265, A61M1/362266 and A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3693using separation based on different densities of components, e.g. centrifugingGroup A61M1/3693 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3695with sedimentation by gravityGroup A61M1/3695 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3696with means for adding or withdrawing liquid substances during the centrifugation, e.g. continuous centrifugationGroup A61M1/3696 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/3698Expressing processed fluid out from the turning rotor using another fluid compressing the treatment chamber; Variable volume rotorsGroup A61M1/3698 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/38Removing constituents from donor blood and storing or returning remainder to body , e.g. for transfusionGroup A61M1/38 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/382Optimisation of blood component yieldGroup A61M1/382 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/385taking into account of the patient characteristicsGroup A61M1/385 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/387taking into account of the needs or inventoryGroup A61M1/387 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/3622 - A61M1/3623.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/60Containers for suction drainage, adapted to be used with an external suction source containers not adapted for subjection to vacuum A61M1/69Group A61M1/60 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0001 and A61M1/0003.
Groups A61M1/0001, A61M1/0003 and A61M1/60 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/602Mechanical means for preventing flexible containers from collapsing when vacuum is applied inside, e.g. stents A61M1/604Bag or liner in a rigid container, with suction applied to bothGroup A61M1/604 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0011.
Groups A61M1/0011 and A61M1/604 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/61Two- or three-bottle systems for underwater drainage, e.g. for chest cavity drainage A61M1/62Containers comprising a bag in a rigid low-pressure chamber, with suction applied to the outside surface of the bag liners A61M1/604Group A61M1/62 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0011.
Groups A61M1/0011 and A61M1/62 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/63with means for emptying the suction container, e.g. by interrupting suction A61M1/631Emptying the suction container without interrupting suction A61M1/64Containers with integrated suction means containers not adapted for subjection to vacuum A61M1/69Groups A61M1/64, A61M1/65, A61M1/66 and A61M1/67 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0001 and A61M1/0003.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/65the suction means being electrically actuated A61M1/66Pre-evacuated rigid containers, e.g. Redon bottles A61M1/67Containers incorporating a piston-type member to create suction, e.g. syringes cupping glasses A61M1/08; with a flexible member creating suction A61M1/68 A61M1/68Containers incorporating a flexible member creating suctionGroups A61M1/68, A61M1/682 and A61M1/684 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0001, A61M1/0003 and A61M1/0011.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/682bulb-type, e.g. nasal mucus aspirators A61M1/684bellows-type A61M1/69Drainage containers not being adapted for subjection to vacuum, e.g. bags devices worn by the patient for reception of urine A61F5/44 A61M1/70Gravity drainage systems drainage containers not being adapted for subjection to vacuum A61M1/69 A61M1/71Suction drainage systems containers therefor A61M1/60, A61M1/64; negative pressure wound therapy systems A61M1/90Groups A61M1/71, A61M1/72, A61M1/73, A61M1/732, A61M1/734, A61M1/74, A61M1/7411, A61M1/7413, A61M1/7415, A61M1/742, A61M1/743, A61M1/75, A61M1/78, A61M1/782, A61M1/784, A61M1/785 and A61M1/79 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/72Cassettes forming partially or totally the fluid circuit A61M1/73comprising sensors or indicators for physical values A61M1/732Visual indicating means for vacuum pressure A61M1/734Visual indicating means for flow A61M1/74Suction control underwater drainage A61M1/61 A61M1/741with means for varying suction manuallyGroup A61M1/741 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/741 is also impacted by reclassification into group A61M1/76.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/741 and A61M1/76 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/7411by changing the size of a vent in combination with changing the cross-section of the line A61M1/7413 A61M1/7413by changing the cross-section of the line A61M1/7415by deformation of the fluid passage A61M1/742by changing the size of a vent A61M1/7411 takes precedence A61M1/743by changing the cross-section of the line, e.g. flow regulating valves A61M1/7413 takes precedence A61M1/75Intermittent or pulsating suction A61M1/63, A61M1/772 take precedence A61M1/76Handpieces specially for suction-irrigation A61M1/774, aspiration tips A61M1/84Group A61M1/76 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/741.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/741 and A61M1/76 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/77Suction-irrigation systems aspiration tips supplying fluids A61M1/85; specific for negative pressure wound therapy A61M1/92; combined with tracheal tubes A61M16/0463Group A61M1/77 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/0058 and A61M3/0283.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/772operating alternatelyGroup A61M1/772 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/0062, A61M1/774 and A61M3/0283.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/774Handpieces specially adapted for providing suction as well as irrigation, either simultaneously or independentlyGroup A61M1/774 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/774 is also impacted by reclassification into group A61M1/772.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/774 and A61M1/772 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/777Determination of loss or gain of body fluids due to suction-irrigation, e.g. during surgeryGroup A61M1/777 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M3/0283.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M3/0283 and A61M1/777 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/78Means for preventing overflow or contamination of the pumping systems combined with drainage containers A61M1/60 A61M1/782using valves with freely moving parts, e.g. float valves A61M1/784by filtering, sterilising or disinfecting the exhaust air, e.g. swellable filter valves A61M1/785by heat A61M1/79Filters for solid matter specially adapted for dental use A61C17/065 A61M1/80Suction pumps A61M1/64, A61M1/71, A61M60/00 take precedenceGroups A61M1/80, A61M1/802, A61M1/804, A61M1/81, A61M1/815 and A61M1/82 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/802by vacuum created above a liquid flowing from a closed container A61M1/804using Laval or Venturi jet pumps A61M1/81Piston pumps, e.g. syringes A61M1/815the barrel serving as aspiration container, e.g. in a breast pump A61M1/82Membrane pumps, e.g. bulbs A61M1/83Tube strippers, i.e. for clearing the contents of the tubesGroup A61M1/83 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/83 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/84Drainage tubes; Aspiration tips for negative pressure wound therapy A61M1/90; for surgical cutting instruments A61B17/32Group A61M1/84 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/84 is also impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/90, A61B17/32, A61B17/320016, A61B17/32002, A61B17/320036, A61B17/320068, A61B17/320092, A61B17/3201, A61B17/3203, A61B17/32037, A61B17/3205, A61B17/32053, A61B17/32056, A61B17/3207, A61B17/320708, A61B17/320725, A61B17/32075, A61B17/320758 and A61B17/320783.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/842rotating continuously rotating surgical cutting instruments A61B17/32002Group A61M1/842 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/842 is also impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/90, A61B17/32, A61B17/320016, A61B17/32002, A61B17/320036, A61B17/320068, A61B17/320092, A61B17/3201, A61B17/3203, A61B17/32037, A61B17/3205, A61B17/32053, A61B17/32056, A61B17/3207, A61B17/320708, A61B17/320725, A61B17/32075, A61B17/320758 and A61B17/320783.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/85with gas or fluid supply means, e.g. for supplying rinsing fluids or anticoagulants for negative pressure wound therapy A61M1/92, A61M1/94; combined with tracheal tubes A61M16/0463; dental instruments with combined rinsing and aspirating A61C17/0208Group A61M1/85 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M3/0283.
Group A61M1/85 is also impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/90, A61B17/32, A61B17/320016, A61B17/32002, A61B17/320036, A61B17/320068, A61B17/320092, A61B17/3201, A61B17/3203, A61B17/32037, A61B17/3205, A61B17/32053, A61B17/32056, A61B17/3207, A61B17/320708, A61B17/320725, A61B17/32075, A61B17/320758 and A61B17/320783.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/86Connectors between drainage tube and handpiece, e.g. drainage tubes detachable from handpieceGroup A61M1/86 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/86 is also impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/90, A61B17/32, A61B17/320016, A61B17/32002, A61B17/320036, A61B17/320068, A61B17/320092, A61B17/3201, A61B17/3203, A61B17/32037, A61B17/3205, A61B17/32053, A61B17/32056, A61B17/3207, A61B17/320708, A61B17/320725, A61B17/32075, A61B17/320758 and A61B17/320783.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/87Details of the aspiration tip, not otherwise provided forGroup A61M1/87 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/90 and A61M1/87 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/88Draining devices having means for processing the drained fluid, e.g. an absorber for liposuction A61M1/892Group A61M1/88 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Group A61M1/88 is also impacted by reclassification into group A61M1/892.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/88 and A61M1/892 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/882Draining devices provided with means for releasing antimicrobial or gelation agents in the drained fluidGroup A61M1/882 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/882 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/884Draining devices provided with means for filtering out the harmless water content before discarding the drainage containerGroup A61M1/884 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
Groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/884 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/89Suction aspects of liposuction surgical cutting instruments A61B17/32Groups A61M1/89, A61M1/893 and A61M1/895 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M1/0023.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/892with treatment of the collected fatGroup A61M1/892 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/88.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/88 and A61M1/892 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/893with extraction of specific components, e.g. of stem cells A61M1/895with means for reinjection of collected fat A61M1/90Negative pressure wound therapy devices, i.e. devices for applying suction to a wound to promote healing, e.g. including a vacuum dressingGroup A61M1/90 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/84, A61M1/842, A61M1/85 and A61M1/86.
Group A61M1/90 is also impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/87, A61M1/91, A61M1/912, A61M1/913, A61M1/915, A61M1/916, A61M1/917, A61M1/918, A61M1/92, A61M1/94, A61M1/95, A61M1/96, A61M1/962, A61M1/964, A61M1/966, A61M1/98, A61M1/982, A61M1/984 and A61M1/985.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/91Suction aspects of the dressingGroups A61M1/91, A61M1/912, A61M1/913, A61M1/915, A61M1/916, A61M1/917 and A61M1/918 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/912Connectors between dressing and drainage tube A61M1/913having a bridging element for transferring the reduced pressure from the connector to the dressing A61M1/915Constructional details of the pressure distribution manifold A61M1/916specially adapted for deep wounds A61M1/917specially adapted for covering whole body parts A61M1/918for multiple suction locations A61M1/92with liquid supply meansGroup A61M1/92 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/0058, A61M1/0062, A61M1/90 and A61M3/0283.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/94with gas supply meansGroup A61M1/94 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/90 and A61M1/94 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/95with sensors for exudate compositionGroup A61M1/95 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
Groups A61M1/0023, A61M1/90 and A61M1/95 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/96Suction control thereofGroups A61M1/96, A61M1/962, A61M1/964 and A61M1/966 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/962having pumping means on the suction site, e.g. miniature pump on dressing or dressing capable of exerting suction A61M1/964having venting means on or near the dressing A61M1/966having a pressure sensor on or near the dressing A61M1/98Containers specifically adapted for negative pressure wound therapyGroups A61M1/98, A61M1/982, A61M1/984 and A61M1/985 are incomplete pending reclassification of documents from groups A61M1/0001, A61M1/0003, A61M1/0023 and A61M1/90.
All groups listed in this Warning should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M1/982with means for detecting level of collected exudate A61M1/984portable on the body A61M1/985the dressing itself forming the collection container A61M3/00SyringesIrrigatorsBaths for subaquatic intestinal cleaning other apparatus for introducing medicines into the body A61M29/00 - A61M37/00 A61M3/00Medical syringes, e.g. enemataIrrigators A61M5/00 takes precedence; pistons A61M5/315 A61M3/005comprising means for injection of two or more media, e.g. by mixing A61M3/02EnemataIrrigatorsGroup A61M3/02 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M3/0201 and A61M3/0202.
Groups A61M3/02, A61M3/0201 and A61M3/0202 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M3/0201Cassettes thereforGroup A61M3/0201 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M3/02.
Groups A61M3/02 and A61M3/0201 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M3/0202with electronic control means or interfacesGroup A61M3/0202 is incomplete pending reclassification of documents from group A61M3/02.
Groups A61M3/02 and A61M3/0202 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M3/0204Physical characteristics of the irrigation fluid, e.g. conductivity or turbidity A61M3/0208before use A61M3/0212after use A61M3/0216Pressure A61M3/022Volume; Flow rate A61M3/0225Devices on which the patient can sit, e.g. mounted on a toilet bowl combined with bidets A61M3/06; Devices containing liquid pumped by the patient's weight A61M3/0229Devices operating in a closed circuit, i.e. recycling the irrigating fluid A61M3/0233characterised by liquid supply means, e.g. from pressurised reservoirsGroup A61M3/0233 is impacted by reclassification into group A61M3/0245.
Groups A61M3/0233 and A61M3/0245 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M3/0237the pressure being generated in the reservoir, e.g. by gas generating tabletsGroup A61M3/0237 is impacted by reclassification into group A61M3/0245.
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Groups A61M3/0262 and A61M3/0245 should be considered in order to perform a complete search. A61M3/0266Stands, holders or storage means for irrigation devices containers with storage means for cannula A61M3/0245 A61M3/027Devices for holding the cannula in position, e.g. belts cannula details A61M3/0279 A61M3/0275Pulsating jets; Vibrating nozzles A61M3/0279Cannula; Nozzles; Tips; their connection means A61M3/0283with at least two inner passageways, a first one for irrigating and a second for evacuating suction-irrigation systems A61M1/77; aspiration tips with fluid supply means A61M1/85; for negative pressure wound therapy A61M1/92Group A61M3/0283 is impacted by reclassification into groups A61M1/77, A61M1/772, A61M1/774, A61M1/777, A61M1/85 and A61M1/92.
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A61M3/0287with an external liquid collector A61M3/0291with dilating fingers A61M3/0295with inflatable balloon A61M3/06combined with bidets A61M5/00Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm-rests vaccination appliances for veterinary use A61D1/025 ; tube connectors, tube couplings, valves or branch units specially adapted for medical use A61M39/00; containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes A61J1/00; combinations of vial and syringe for mixing or transferring their contents A61J1/20; holders for containers for collecting, storing or administering blood or medical fluids A61J1/16 A61M5/001Apparatus specially adapted for cleaning or sterilising syringes or needles A61M5/002Packages specially adapted therefor, e.g. for syringes or needles, kits for diabetics needle protection, e.g. caps, A61M5/3202; for sharps A61B50/3001 A61M5/003Kits for diabetics 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container holding second substance, e.g. reconstitution systems needle sets A61M5/162 A61M5/141with capillaries for restricting fluid flow A61M5/1411Drip chambers A61M5/162, A61M5/1689, A61M5/40 take precedence A61M5/1412Burettes, measuring cylinders for laboratory use B01L3/02 A61M5/1413Modular systems comprising interconnecting elements A61M5/1414Hanging-up devices A61M5/1415Stands, brackets or the like for supporting infusion accessories A61M2005/1416placed on the body of the patient A61M5/1417Holders or handles for hanging up infusion containers A61M5/1418Clips, separators or the like for supporting tubes or leads A61M5/142Pressure infusion, e.g. using pumps In this group, the following expression is used with the meaning indicated: "pressure infusion" includes powered injection working at a controlled rate A61M2005/14204with gas-producing electrochemical cell A61M2005/14208with a programmable infusion control system, characterised by the infusion program A61M5/14212Pumping with an aspiration and an expulsion action A61M5/14216Reciprocating piston type A61M5/1422with double acting or multiple pistons A61M5/14224Diaphragm type A61M5/14228with linear peristaltic action, i.e. comprising at least three pressurising members or a helical member Pumps having tubular flexible working members F04B43/08 A61M5/14232Roller pumps Pumps having rollers for peristaltic action F04B43/12 A61M5/14236Screw, impeller or centrifugal type pumps A61M5/1424Manually operated pumps A61M5/14244adapted to be carried by the patient, e.g. portable on the body A61M5/14248of the skin patch type A61M2005/14252with needle insertion means A61M2005/14256with means for preventing access to the needle after use A61M2005/1426with means for preventing access to the needle after use A61M2005/14264with means for compensating influence from the environment A61M2005/14268with a reusable and a disposable component A61M2005/14272for emergency, field or home use, e.g. self-contained kits to be carried by the doctor A61M5/14276specially adapted for implantation A61M5/1428with manual pumping action A61M2005/14284with needle insertion means A61M2005/14288Infusion or injection simulation simulation of surgery in general A61B34/10; training for or simulation of use of injection or infusion devices G09B23/285 A61M2005/14292Computer-based infusion planning or simulation of spatio-temporal infusate distribution A61M2005/14296Pharmacokinetic models A61M5/145using pressurised reservoirs, e.g. pressurised by means of pistons A61M2005/14506mechanically driven, e.g. spring or clockwork A61M2005/14513with secondary fluid driving or regulating the infusion A61M5/1452pressurised by means of pistons A61M5/14526the piston being actuated by fluid pressure A61M2005/14533cam actuated A61M5/1454spring-actuated, e.g. by a clockwork A61M5/14546Front-loading type injectors A61M2005/14553comprising a pressure jacket A61M5/1456with a replaceable reservoir comprising a piston rod to be moved into the reservoir, e.g. the piston rod is part of the removable reservoir A61M5/14566with a replaceable reservoir for receiving a piston rod of the pump A61M2005/14573with a replaceable reservoir for quick connection/disconnection with a driving system A61M5/1458Means for capture of the plunger flange A61M5/14586pressurised by means of a flexible diaphragm A61M5/14593the diaphragm being actuated by fluid pressure A61M5/148flexible, e.g. independent bagsA61M5/155 takes precedence A61M5/1483using flexible bags externally pressurised by fluid pressure A61M5/1486the bags being substantially completely surrounded by fluid A61M5/152pressurised by contraction of elastic reservoirs containers for dispensing contents by contraction of an elastic bag provided therein, in general B65D83/0061 A61M5/155pressurised by gas introduced into the reservoir A61M5/158Needles for infusions; Accessories therefor, e.g. for inserting infusion needles, or for holding them on the body A61M2005/1581Right-angle needle-type devices A61M5/1582Double lumen needles A61M2005/1583Needle extractors A61M2005/1585Needle inserters A61M2005/1586Holding accessories for holding infusion needles on the body holding devices for catheters A61M25/02 A61M2005/1587suitable for being connected to an infusion line after insertion into a patient A61M2005/1588having means for monitoring, controlling or visual inspection, e.g. for patency check, avoiding extravasation A61M5/162Needle sets, i.e. connections by puncture between reservoir and tube ; Connections between reservoir and tube in jet-action syringes A61M5/30; connectors for tubes having sealed ends and a needle for piercing them A61M39/14 A61M2005/1623Details of air intake A61M5/1626Needle protectors therefor in combination with syringes A61M5/3202; protectors for sharps A61B50/3001 A61M5/165Filtering accessories, e.g. blood filters, filters for infusion liquids A61M1/14 , A61M1/34, A61M1/3627, A61M1/3679, A61M1/3687 take precedence; needle sets with incorporated air inlet filters A61M5/162 A61M2005/1652Filter with duct, e.g. filtering element incorporated in a flow line, tube, duct A61M2005/1655Filter with fibers, e.g. filtering element in form of hollow fibers A61M2005/1657Filter with membrane, e.g. membrane, flat sheet type infusion filter A61M5/168Means for controlling media flow to the body or for metering media to the body, e.g. drip meters, counters ; Monitoring media flow to the body flow control in general G05D7/00 A61M5/16804Flow controllers A61M5/16809by repeated filling and emptying of an intermediate volume pressure infusion using positive displacement pumps A61M5/142 A61M5/16813by controlling the degree of opening of the flow line A61M5/16818by changing the height of the reservoir A61M5/16822by controlling air intake into infusion reservoir needle sets with air inlet A61M5/162 A61M5/16827controlling delivery of multiple fluids, e.g. sequencing, mixing or via separate flow-paths infusion of multiple fluids without using a controller A61M5/1407 A61M5/16831Monitoring, detecting, signalling or eliminating infusion flow anomalies low-level float-valves causing cut-off A61M5/40; indicating or recording presence, absence or direction of flow in general G01P13/0066 A61M5/16836by sensing tissue properties at the infusion site, e.g. for detecting infiltration detecting tissue temperature for diagnostic purposes A61M39/0247 A61M5/1684by detecting the amount of infusate remaining, e.g. signalling end of infusion A61M5/16845by weight A61M5/1685by detection of position of a floating member A61M5/16854by monitoring line pressure A61M5/16859Evaluation of pressure response, e.g. to an applied pulse A61M2005/16863Occlusion detection A61M2005/16868Downstream occlusion sensors A61M2005/16872Upstream occlusion sensors A61M5/16877Adjusting flow; Devices for setting a flow rate A61M5/16881Regulating valves on-off valves, e.g. clamps A61M39/28 A61M5/16886for measuring fluid flow rate, i.e. flowmeters A61M5/1689Drip counters A61M5/16895by monitoring weight change, e.g. of infusion container A61M5/172electrical or electronic A61M5/16804, A61M5/16831 take precedence A61M5/1723using feedback of body parameters, e.g. blood-sugar, pressure measurement of body parameters A61B5/00 A61M2005/1726the body parameters being measured at, or proximate to, the infusion site A61M5/178Syringes A61M5/1782Devices aiding filling of syringes in situ combination of a vial and a syringe for transferring or mixing their contents A61J1/2096, filling of medical containers in general B65B3/003 A61M5/1785comprising radioactive shield means syringe shields or holders for storage of radioactive sources G21F5/018 A61M2005/1787Syringes for sequential delivery of fluids, e.g. first medicament and then flushing liquid A61M5/19having more than one chamber , e.g. including a manifold coupling two parallelly aligned syringes through separate channels to a common discharge assembly surgical glue applicators A61B17/00491 A61M5/20Automatic 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more media, e.g. by mixing A61M2005/2073preventing premature release, e.g. by making use of a safety lock A61M2005/208Release is possible only when device is pushed against the skin, e.g. using a trigger which is blocked or inactive when the device is not pushed against the skin A61M2005/2086having piston damping means, e.g. axially or rotationally acting retarders A61M2005/2093including concentration setting means A61M5/24Ampoule syringes, i.e. syringes with needle for use in combination with replaceable ampoules or carpules, e.g. automatic ampoules or carpules A61J1/06 A61M2005/2403Ampoule inserted into the ampoule holder A61M2005/2407from the rear A61M2005/2411from the front A61M2005/2414from the side A61M2005/2418comprising means for damping shocks on ampoule A61M5/2422using emptying means to expel or eject media, e.g. pistons, deformation of the ampoule, or telescoping of the ampoule A61M5/2425by compression of deformable ampoule or carpule wall A61M5/2429by telescoping of 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syringe A61M2005/2488via rotation, e.g. threads or bayonet A61M2005/2492via snap connection A61M2005/2496via pivot A61M5/28Syringe ampoules or carpules, i.e. ampoules or carpules provided with a needle A61M5/281using emptying means to expel or eject media, e.g. pistons, deformation of the ampoule, or telescoping of the ampoule A61M5/282by compression of deformable ampoule or carpule wall A61M5/283by telescoping of ampoules or carpules with the syringe body A61M5/284comprising means for injection of two or more media, e.g. by mixing A61M5/285with sealing means to be broken or opened A61M5/286upon internal pressure increase, e.g. pierced or burst A61M5/283 takes precedence A61M2005/287by displacing occluding plugs A61M5/288by piercing without internal pressure increase A61M5/283 takes precedence A61M5/30Syringes for injection by jet action, without needle, e.g. for use with replaceable ampoules or carpules A61M5/3007with specially designed jet passages at the injector's distal end A61M5/3015for injecting a dose of particles in form of powdered drug, e.g. mounted on a rupturable membrane and accelerated by a gaseous shock wave or supersonic gas flow cell injection devices C12M3/006 A61M2005/3022Worn on the body, e.g. as patches pressure infusion of the skin patch type A61M5/14248 A61M5/31Details A61M2005/3101Leak prevention means for proximal end of syringes, i.e. syringe end opposite to needle mounting end A61M2005/3103Leak prevention means for distal end of syringes, i.e. syringe end for mounting a needle A61M2005/3104Caps for syringes without needle A61M2005/3106Plugs for syringes without needle A61M2005/3107for needles A61M2005/3109Caps sealing the needle bore by use of, e.g. air-hardening adhesive, elastomer or epoxy resin A61M2005/311Plugs, i.e. sealing rods or stylets closing the bore of needles A61M2005/3112Incorporating self-aspirating means, e.g. to provide flashback A61M2005/3114Filling or refilling A61M2005/3115spring-assisted A61M2005/3117Means preventing contamination of the medicament compartment of a syringe A61M2005/3118via the distal end of a syringe, i.e. syringe end for mounting a needle cannula A61M2005/312comprising sealing means, e.g. severable caps, to be removed prior to injection by, e.g. tearing or twisting A61M2005/3121via the proximal end of a syringe, i.e. syringe end opposite to needle cannula mounting end A61M2005/3123having air entrapping or venting means, e.g. purging channels in pistons A61M2005/3125specific display means, e.g. to indicate dose setting A61M2005/3126Specific display means related to dosing A61M2005/3128Incorporating one-way valves, e.g. pressure-relief or non-return valves A61M5/3129Syringe barrels A61M5/3205 and A61M5/50 take precedence A61M2005/3131specially adapted for improving sealing or sliding A61M2005/3132having flow passages for injection agents at the distal end of the barrel to bypass a sealing stopper after its displacement to this end due to internal pressure increase A61M5/3134characterised by constructional features of the distal end, i.e. end closest to the tip of the needle cannula A61M5/3135characterised by constructional features of the proximal end A61M5/3137Specially designed finger grip means, e.g. for easy manipulation of the syringe rod A61M2005/3139Finger grips not integrally formed with the syringe barrel, e.g. using adapter with finger grips A61M2005/314Flat shaped barrel forms, e.g. credit card shaped A61M2005/3142Modular constructions, e.g. supplied in separate pieces to be assembled by end-user A61M2005/3143Damping means for syringe components executing relative movements, e.g. retarders or attenuators slowing down or timing syringe mechanisms A61M5/3145Filters incorporated in syringes A61M5/3146Priming, e.g. purging, reducing backlash or clearance A61M5/3148Means for causing or aiding aspiration or plunger retraction A61M5/315PistonsPiston-rodsGuiding, blocking or restricting the movement of the rod or pistonAppliances on the rod for facilitating dosing ; Dosing mechanisms A61M5/31501Means for blocking or restricting the movement of the rod or piston A61M5/5013 takes precedence A61M5/31505Integral with the syringe barrel, i.e. connected to the barrel so as to make up a single complete piece or unit A61M2005/31506formed as a single piece, e.g. moulded A61M2005/31508provided on the piston-rod A61M2005/3151by friction A61M5/31511Piston or piston-rod constructions, e.g. connection of piston with piston-rod A61M5/5066 takes precedence A61M5/31513Piston constructions to improve sealing or sliding A61M5/31515Connection of piston with piston rod A61M2005/31516reducing dead-space in the syringe barrel after delivery A61M2005/31518designed to reduce the overall size of an injection device, e.g. using flexible or pivotally connected chain-like rod members A61M2005/3152including gearings to multiply or attenuate the piston displacing force A61M2005/31521Pistons with a forward extending skirt at their front end A61M2005/31523for reducing reflux A61M5/31525Dosing burettes, pipettes B01L3/02 A61M5/31526by means of stepwise axial movements, e.g. ratchet mechanisms or detents A61M5/31528by means of rotational movements, e.g. screw-thread mechanisms A61M5/3153by single stroke limiting means A61M5/31531Microsyringes, e.g. having piston bore diameter close or equal to needle shaft diameter A61M5/31533Dosing mechanisms, i.e. setting a dose administrating mechanisms A61M5/31565 A61M5/31535Means improving security or handling thereof, e.g. blocking means, means preventing insufficient dosing, means allowing correction of overset dose A61M5/31536Blocking means to immobilize a selected dose, e.g. to administer equal doses A61M5/31538Permanent blocking, e.g. by medical personnel A61M2005/3154limiting maximum permissible dose A61M5/31541Means preventing setting of a dose beyond the amount remaining in the cartridge A61M5/31543piston rod reset means, i.e. means for causing or facilitating retraction of piston rod to its starting position during cartridge change A61M5/31545Setting modes for dosing A61M5/31546Electrically operated dose setting, e.g. input via touch screen or plus/minus buttons A61M5/31548Mechanically operated dose setting member A61M5/3155by rotational movement of dose setting member, e.g. during setting or filling of a syringe A61M5/31551including axial movement of dose setting member A61M5/31553without axial movement of dose setting member A61M5/31555by purely axial movement of dose setting member, e.g. during setting or filling of a syringe A61M5/31556Accuracy improving means A61M5/31558using scaling up or down transmissions, e.g. gearbox A61M5/3156using volume steps only adjustable in discrete intervals, i.e. individually distinct intervals A61M5/31561using freely adjustable volume steps A61M5/31563interacting with a displaceable stop member A61M5/31565Administration mechanisms, i.e. constructional features, modes of administering a dose dosing mechanisms for setting a dose A61M5/31533 A61M5/31566Means improving security or handling thereof A61M5/31568Means keeping track of the total dose administered, e.g. since the cartridge was inserted A61M5/3157Means providing feedback signals when administration is completed A61M5/20 takes precedence A61M5/31571Means preventing accidental administration for automatic syringes A61M5/20 A61M5/31573Accuracy improving means A61M5/31575using scaling up or down transmissions, e.g. gearbox A61M5/31576Constructional features or modes of drive mechanisms for piston rods A61M5/31578based on axial translation, i.e. components directly operatively associated and axially moved with plunger rod A61M5/3158performed by axially moving actuator operated by user, e.g. an injection button A61M5/31581performed by rotationally moving or pivoting actuator operated by user, e.g. an injection lever or handle A61M5/31583based on rotational translation, i.e. movement of piston rod is caused by relative rotation between the user activated actuator and the piston rod A61M5/31585performed by axially moving actuator, e.g. an injection button A61M5/31586performed by rotationally moving or pivoted actuator, e.g. an injection lever or handle A61M2005/31588electrically driven A61M5/3159Dose expelling manners A61M5/31591Single dose, i.e. individually set dose administered only once from the same medicament reservoir, e.g. including single stroke limiting means A61M5/31593Multi-dose, i.e. individually set dose repeatedly administered from the same medicament reservoir A61M5/31595Pre-defined multi-dose administration by repeated overcoming of means blocking the free advancing movement of piston rod, e.g. by tearing or de-blocking A61M5/31596comprising means for injection of two or more media, e.g. by mixing A61M2005/31598having multiple telescopically sliding coaxial pistons encompassing volumes for components to be mixed A61M5/32NeedlesDetails of needles pertaining to their connection with syringe or hub infusion needles A61M5/158Accessories for bringing the needle into, or holding the needle on, the body A61M5/42, A61M5/46 take precedence; guide needles for catheters A61M25/065Devices for protection of needles apparatus specially adapted for cleaning or sterilising needles A61M5/001 A61M2005/3201Coaxially assembled needle cannulas placed on top of another, e.g. needles having different diameters A61M5/3202Devices for protection of the needle before use, e.g. caps A61M5/50 takes precedence; for infusion spikes A61M5/1626; protectors for sharps A61B50/3001 A61M5/3204Needle cap remover, i.e. devices to dislodge protection cover from needle or needle hub, e.g. deshielding devices A61M5/3205Apparatus for removing or disposing of used needles or syringes, e.g. containers; Means for protection against accidental injuries from used needles for sharps A61B50/362; disintegrating apparatus in general B02C, e.g. B02C19/0075, B23H9/001; disposal of medical waste in general B09B3/00; receptacles for refuse disposal in general B65F1/00 A61M2005/3206Needle or needle hub disconnecting devices forming part of or being attached to the hub or syringe body A61M2005/3208by application of rotational movement to the needle hub, e.g. by use of electrically driven toothed wheels A61M2005/3209comprising heat generating means, e.g. melt chamber A61M5/321Means for protection against accidental injuries by used needles A61M2005/3212Blunting means for the sharp end of the needle A61M5/3213Caps placed axially onto the needle, e.g. equipped with finger protection guards axially-extensible protective sleeves A61M5/3243 A61M2005/3215Tools enabling the cap placement A61M5/3216Caps placed transversally onto the needle, e.g. pivotally attached to the needle base A61M2005/3217Means to impede repositioning of protection cap from needle covering to needle uncovering position, e.g. catch mechanisms A61M5/3219Semi-automatic repositioning of the cap, i.e. in which the repositioning of the cap to the needle covering position requires a deliberate action by the user to trigger the repositioning of the cap, e.g. manual release of spring-biased cap repositioning means A61M5/322Retractable needles, i.e. disconnected from and withdrawn into the syringe barrel by the piston devices for protecting guide needles in combination with catheters A61M25/0612 A61M5/3221Constructional features thereof, e.g. to improve manipulation or functioning A61M2005/3223Means impeding or disabling repositioning of used needles at the syringe nozzle A61M2005/3224Means to disalign the needle tip and syringe nozzle A61M2005/3226with means obstructing or blocking the needle mounting opening A61M2005/3227the needle being retracted laterally outside the syringe barrel, e.g. with separate guideway A61M2005/3228the needle being retracted by a member protruding laterally through a slot in the barrel, e.g. double-ended needles A61M2005/323Connection between plunger distal end and needle hub proximal end, e.g. stud protruding from the 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A61M25/003characterized by features relating to least one lumen located at the distal part of the catheter, e.g. filters, plugs or valves catheter tips A61M25/0067 A61M2025/0031characterized by lumina for withdrawing or delivering, i.e. used for extracorporeal circuit treatment A61M25/0032characterized by at least one unconventionally shaped lumen, e.g. polygons, ellipsoids, wedges or shapes comprising concave and convex parts A61M2025/0034characterized by elements which are assembled, connected or fused, e.g. splittable tubes, outer sheaths creating lumina or separate cores making of catheters A61M25/0009 A61M2025/0035characterized by a variable lumen cross-section by means of a resilient flexible septum or outer wall A61M2025/0036with more than four lumina A61M2025/0037characterized by lumina being arranged side-by-side A61M2025/0039characterized by lumina being arranged coaxially A61M2025/004characterized by lumina being arranged circumferentially A61M25/0041pre-formed, e.g. specially adapted to fit with the anatomy of body channels urethral catheters A61F2/04 A61M2025/0042Microcatheters, cannula or the like having outside diameters around 1 mm or less A61M25/0043characterised by structural features A61M25/0045multi-layered, e.g. coated coating materials A61L29/08 A61M2025/0046Coatings for improving slidability A61M2025/0047the inner layer having a higher lubricity A61M2025/0048with an outer layer made from silicon A61M25/005with embedded materials for reinforcement, e.g. wires, coils, braids A61M25/0051made from fenestrated or weakened tubing layer A61M25/0052Localized reinforcement, e.g. where only a specific part of the catheter is reinforced, for rapid exchange guidewire port A61M25/0053having a variable stiffness along the longitudinal axis, e.g. by varying the pitch of the coil or braid A61M25/0054with regions for increasing flexibility A61M2025/0056provided with an antibacterial agent, e.g. by coating, residing in the polymer matrix or releasing an agent out of a reservoir A61M2025/0057Catheters delivering medicament other than through a conventional lumen, e.g. porous walls or hydrogel coatings A61M2025/0058having an electroactive polymer material, e.g. for steering purposes, for control of flexibility, for locking, for opening or closing A61M2025/0059having means for preventing the catheter, sheath or lumens from collapsing due to outer forces, e.g. compressing forces, or caused by twisting or kinking A61M2025/006having a special surface topography or special surface properties, e.g. roughened or knurled surface A61M2025/0062having features to improve the sliding of one part within another by using lubricants or surfaces with low friction coatings A61M2025/0046 A61M2025/0063having means, e.g. stylets, mandrils, rods or wires to reinforce or adjust temporarily the stiffness, column strength or pushability of catheters which are already inserted into the human body A61M2025/0064which become stiffer or softer when heated A61M2025/0065which become stiffer or softer when becoming wet or humid, e.g. immersed within a liquid A61M25/0067characterised by the distal end, e.g. tips A61M25/0054, A61M25/04 take precedence; balloon catheters A61M25/10 A61M25/0068Static characteristics of the catheter tip, e.g. shape, atraumatic tip, curved tip or tip structure A61M25/0069Tip not integral with tube A61M25/007Side holes, e.g. their profiles or arrangements; Provisions to keep side holes unblocked A61M25/0071Multiple separate lumens multiple separate lumens throughout the catheter A61M25/0026 A61M2025/0073Tip designed for influencing the flow or the flow velocity of the fluid, e.g. inserts for twisted or vortex flow general flow characteristics A61M2206/10 A61M25/0074Dynamic characteristics of the catheter tip, e.g. openable, closable, expandable or deformable A61M25/0075Valve means A61M2025/0076Unidirectional valves A61M2025/0078for fluid inflow from the body into the catheter lumen A61M2025/0079Separate user-activated means, e.g. guidewires, guide tubes, balloon catheters or sheaths, for sealing off an orifice, e.g. a lumen or side holes, of a catheter A61M25/008Strength or flexibility characteristics of the catheter tip A61M2025/0081Soft tip A61M25/0082Catheter tip comprising a tool A61M25/0084being one or more injection needles A61M2025/0085Multiple injection needles protruding axially, i.e. along the longitudinal axis of the catheter, from the distal tip A61M2025/0086the needles having bent tips, i.e. the needle distal tips are angled in relation to the longitudinal axis of the catheter A61M2025/0087Multiple injection needles protruding laterally from the distal tip A61M2025/0089Single injection needle protruding axially, i.e. along the longitudinal axis of the catheter, from the distal tip A61M2025/009the needle having a bent tip, i.e. the needle distal tip is angled in relation to the longitudinal axis of the catheter A61M2025/0091the single injection needle being fixed 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A61M25/0116self-propelled, e.g. autonomous robots A61M25/0122 takes precedence A61M25/0119Eversible catheters A61M25/0122with fluid drive by external fluid in an open fluid circuit A61M25/0125Catheters carried by the bloodstream, e.g. with parachutes; Balloon catheters specially designed for this purpose A61M25/0127Magnetic means; Magnetic markers A61M25/013One-way gripping collars A61M25/0133Tip steering devices A61M25/0136Handles therefor A61M25/0138having flexible regions as a result of weakened outer material, e.g. slots, slits, cuts, joints or coils A61M25/0141having flexible regions as a result of using materials with different mechanical properties A61M25/0144having flexible regions as a result of inner reinforcement means, e.g. struts or rods A61M25/0147with movable mechanical means, e.g. pull wires A61M2025/015Details of the distal fixation of the movable mechanical means A61M25/0152with pre-shaped mechanisms, e.g. pre-shaped stylets or pre-shaped outer tubes A61M25/0155with 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A61M2025/0186Catheters with fixed wires, i.e. so called "non-over-the-wire catheters" A61M2025/0188having slitted or breakaway lumens A61M2025/0191Suprapubic catheters A61M25/0194Tunnelling catheters A61M2025/0197for creating an artificial passage within the body, e.g. in order to go around occlusions A61M25/02Holding devices, e.g. on the body A61M2025/0206where the catheter is secured by using devices worn by the patient, e.g. belts or harnesses A61M2025/0213where the catheter is attached by means specifically adapted to a part of the human body A61M2025/022specifically adapted for the mouth A61M2025/0226specifically adapted for the nose A61M2025/0233specifically adapted for attaching to a body wall by means which are on both sides of the wall, e.g. for attaching to an abdominal wall A61M2025/024having a clip or clamp system A61M2025/0246fixed on the skin having a cover for covering the holding means A61M2025/0253where the catheter is attached by straps, bands or the like secured by adhesives A61M2025/026where the straps are releasably secured, e.g. by hook and loop-type fastening devices A61M2025/0266using pads, patches, tapes or the like A61M2025/0273having slits to place the pad around a catheter puncturing site A61M2025/028having a mainly rigid support structure A61M2025/0286anchored in the skin by suture or other skin penetrating devices A61M2025/0293Catheter, guide wire or the like with means for holding, centering, anchoring or frictionally engaging the device within an artificial lumen, e.g. tube natural lumen, e.g. vessels A61M25/04 A61M25/04in the body, e.g. expansible A61M25/10, A61M16/0488 take precedence A61M25/06Body-piercing guide needles or the like A61M25/0606"Over-the-needle" catheter assemblies, e.g. I.V. catheters A61M25/0612Devices for protecting the needle; Devices to help insertion of the needle, e.g. wings or holders A61M25/0618having means for protecting only the distal tip of the needle, e.g. a needle guard A61M25/0625with a permanent connection to the needle hub, e.g. a guiding rail, a locking mechanism or a guard advancement mechanism A61M25/0631having means for fully covering the needle after its withdrawal, e.g. needle being withdrawn inside the handle or a cover being advanced over the needle A61M25/0637Butterfly or winged devices, e.g. for facilitating handling or for attachment to the skin A61M25/0643Devices having a blunt needle tip, e.g. due to an additional inner component A61M25/065Guide needles A61M2025/0656having a tip larger than the rest of the body A61M25/0662Guide tubes A61M25/0668splittable, tear apart A61M2025/0675Introducing-sheath slitters A61M2025/0681Systems with catheter and outer tubing, e.g. sheath, sleeve or guide tube A61M2025/0687having means for atraumatic insertion in the body or protection of the tip of the sheath during insertion, e.g. special designs of dilators, needles or sheaths A61M25/0693Flashback chambers A61M25/09Guide wires A61M2025/09008having a balloon A61M25/09016with mandrils A61M25/09025with sliding mandrils A61M25/09033with fixed mandrils, e.g. mandrils fixed to tip; Tensionable wires A61M25/09041Mechanisms for insertion of guide wires A61M25/0905extendable, e.g. mechanisms for extension A61M2025/09058Basic structures of guide wires A61M2025/09066having a coil without a core possibly combined with a sheath A61M2025/09075having a core without a coil possibly combined with a sheath A61M2025/09083having a coil around a core A61M2025/09091where a sheath surrounds the coil at the distal part A61M2025/091having a lumen for drug delivery or suction A61M2025/09108Methods for making a guide wire A61M2025/09116Design of handles or shafts or gripping surfaces thereof for manipulating guide wires A61M2025/09125Device for locking a guide wire in a fixed position with respect to the catheter or the human body A61M2025/09133having specific material compositions or coatings; Materials with specific mechanical behaviours, e.g. stiffness, strength to transmit torque A61M2025/09141made of shape memory alloys which take a particular shape at a certain temperature A61M2025/0915having features for changing the stiffness A61M2025/09158when heated A61M2025/09166having radio-opaque features A61M2025/09175having specific characteristics at the distal tip A61M2025/09183having tools at the distal tip A61M2025/09191made of twisted wires A61M25/10Balloon catheters A61M25/0125 takes precedence; embolectomy A61B17/22032; retractors A61B17/02; inflatable balloons for placing stents or stent-grafts A61F2/958 ; stomach balloons for treatment of obesity A61F5/0003; oesophagal tubes A61J15/00 A61M25/1002characterised by balloon shape A61M25/1006, A61M25/1009 take precedence A61M2025/1004Balloons with folds, e.g. folded or multifolded A61M25/1006Balloons formed between concentric tubes A61M25/1009Balloons anchored to a disc or plate A61M25/1011Multiple balloon catheters A61M2025/1013with concentrically mounted balloons, e.g. being independently inflatable 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of several layers, e.g. by coating or embedding A61M2025/1077having a system for expelling the air out of the balloon before inflation and use A61M2025/1079having radio-opaque markers in the region of the balloon A61M2025/1081having sheaths or the like for covering the balloon but not forming a permanent part of the balloon, e.g. retractable, dissolvable or tearable sheaths A61M2025/1084having features for increasing the shape stability, the reproducibility or for limiting expansion, e.g. containments, wrapped around fibres, yarns or strands A61M2025/1086having a special balloon surface topography, e.g. pores, protuberances, spikes or grooves A61M2025/1088having special surface characteristics depending on material properties or added substances, e.g. for reducing friction A61M2025/109having balloons for removing solid matters, e.g. by grasping or scraping plaque, thrombus or other matters that obstruct the flow A61M2025/1093having particular tip characteristics A61M2025/1095with perfusion means for enabling blood circulation while the balloon is in an inflated state or in a deflated state, e.g. permanent by-pass within catheter shaft A61M2025/1097with perfusion means for enabling blood circulation only while the balloon is in an inflated state, e.g. temporary by-pass within balloon A61M27/00Drainage appliance for wounds or the like , i.e. wound drains, implanted drains negative pressure wound therapy devices A61M1/90; implements for holding wound open A61B17/02 ; middle ear drainage A61F11/202 A61M27/002Implant devices for drainage of body fluids from one part of the body to another intraocular A61F9/00781; middle ear A61F11/202 A61M2027/004with at least a part of the circuit outside the body A61M27/006Cerebrospinal drainage; Accessories therefor, e.g. valves A61M27/008pre-shaped, for use in the urethral or ureteral tract A61M29/00Dilators with or without means for introducing media, e.g. remedies instruments for performing visual medical inspections of 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handling toiletry or cosmetic substances A45D; absorbent pads, e.g. swabs, A61F13/15 A61M35/003Portable hand-held applicators having means for dispensing or spreading integral media hand-held massage devices with liquid delivery A61H7/003 A61M35/006using sponges, foams, absorbent pads or swabs as spreading means A61M35/10Wearable devices, e.g. garments, glasses or masks A61M35/20Non-portable devices, e.g. spraying booths A61M35/25specially adapted for the application of sunscreen, tanning or self-tanning lotions A61M35/30Gas therapy for therapeutic treatment of the skin A61M37/00Other apparatus for introducing media into the body for reproduction or fertilisation A61B17/425; apparatus for iontophoresis or cataphoresis A61N1/30Percutany, i.e. introducing medicines into the body by diffusion through the skin salt baths A61H33/04 A61M2037/0007having means for enhancing the permeation of substances through the epidermis, e.g. using suction or depression, electric or magnetic fields, sound waves or chemical agents A61M37/0015by using microneedles A61M2037/0023Drug applicators using microneedles A61M2037/003having a lumen A61M2037/0038having a channel at the side surface A61M2037/0046Solid microneedles A61M2037/0053Methods for producing microneedles A61M2037/0061Methods for using microneedles A61M37/0069Devices for implanting pellets, e.g. markers or solid medicaments for introducing of radioactive sources for interstitial radiation therapy, i.e. brachytherapy A61N5/1027 A61M37/0076Tattooing apparatus apparatus for marking animals A01K11/00; vaccine applicators having needles or other puncturing means A61B17/205 A61M37/0084Tattooing apparatus with incorporated liquid feeding device A61M37/0092using ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic vibrations, e.g. phonophoresis A61M39/00 A61M39/00Tubes, tube connectors, tube couplings, valves, access sites or the like, specially adapted for medical use for respiratory devices, e.g. tracheal tubes A61M16/00; artificial heart valves A61F2/24 Not complete, see A61J1/14 A61M2039/0009Assemblies therefor designed for particular applications, e.g. contrast or saline injection, suction or irrigation A61M2039/0018designed for flushing a line, e.g. by a by-pass A61M2039/0027for mixing several substances from different containers A61M2039/0036characterised by a septum having particular features, e.g. having venting channels or being made from antimicrobial or self-lubricating elastomer A61M2039/0045Radiopaque indicia A61M2039/0054Multiple layers A61M2039/0063Means for alignment of the septum, e.g. septum rim with alignment holes A61M2039/0072Means for increasing tightness of the septum, e.g. compression rings, special materials, special constructions A61M2039/0081Means for facilitating introduction of a needle in the septum, e.g. guides, special construction of septum A61M2039/009Means for limiting access to the septum, e.g. shields, grids A61M39/02Access sites A61M2039/0202for taking samples A61M2039/0205for injecting media A61M39/0208Subcutaneous access sites for injecting or removing fluids transcutaneous access sites A61M39/0247; implantable infusion devices A61M5/14276 A61M2039/0211with multiple chambers in a single site A61M2039/0214some or all chambers sharing a single septum A61M2039/0217at least some chambers being stacked separated by another septum A61M2039/022being accessible from all sides, e.g. due to a cylindrically-shaped septum A61M2039/0223having means for anchoring the subcutaneous access site A61M2039/0226having means for protecting the interior of the access site from damage due to the insertion of a needle A61M2039/0229having means for facilitating assembling, e.g. snap-fit housing or modular design A61M2039/0232having means for facilitating the insertion into the body A61M2039/0235having an additional inlet, e.g. for a guidewire or a catheter tube A61M2039/0238having means for locating the implanted device to insure proper injection, e.g. radio-emitter, protuberances, radio-opaque markers A61M2039/0241having means for filtering A61M2039/0244having means for detecting an inserted needle A61M39/0247Semi-permanent or permanent transcutaneous or percutaneous access sites to the inside of the body peritoneal dialysis catheters A61M1/285; tracheostomy devices A61M16/0465; measuring pressure within the body A61B5/03; colostomy devices A61F5/445; gastrotomy feeding tubes A61J15/0015; means for fixing a feeding tube outside of the body A61J15/0053 A61M2039/025through bones or teeth, e.g. through the skull A61M2039/0252for access to the lungs A61M2039/0255for access to the gastric or digestive system A61M2039/0258for vascular access, e.g. blood stream access A61M2039/0261Means for anchoring port to the body, or ports having a special shape or being made of a specific material to allow easy implantation/integration in the body A61M2039/0264with multiple inlets or multiple outlets A61M2039/0267comprising sensors or electrical contacts A61M2039/027having a particular valve, seal or septum septum A61M2039/0036 A61M2039/0273for introducing catheters into the body A61M2039/0276for introducing or removing fluids into or out of the body A61M2039/0279for introducing medical instruments into the body, e.g. endoscope, surgical tools A61M2039/0282with implanted tubes connected to the port A61M2039/0285with sterilisation means, e.g. antibacterial coatings, disinfecting pads, UV radiation LEDs or heating means in the port A61M2039/0288protectors, caps or covers therefor A61M2039/0291method or device for implanting it in the body A61M2039/0294having a specific shape matching the shape of a tool to be inserted therein, e.g. for easy introduction, for sealing purposes, guide A61M2039/0297at least part of it being inflatable, e.g. for anchoring, sealing or removing A61M39/04having pierceable self-sealing members A61M2039/042Shrouds encircling the access needle preventing accidental needle-stick A61M39/045pre-slit to be pierced by blunt instrument A61M2039/047the self-sealing member being a viscous fluid A61M39/06Haemostasis valves, i.e. gaskets sealing around a needle, catheter or the like, closing on removal thereof A61M39/0606without means for adjusting the seal opening or pressure A61M39/0693 takes precedence A61M39/0613with means for adjusting the seal opening or pressure A61M39/0693 takes precedence A61M2039/062used with a catheter A61M2039/0626used with other surgical instruments, e.g. endoscope, trocar A61M2039/0633the seal being a passive seal made of a resilient material with or without an opening A61M2039/064Slit-valve A61M2039/0646Duckbill-valve A61M2039/0653Perforated disc A61M2039/066Septum-like element A61M2039/0666Flap-valve A61M2039/0673comprising means actively pressing on the device passing through the seal, e.g. inflatable seals, diaphragms, clamps A61M2039/068having a seal being made of or coated with a special material A61M2039/0686comprising more than one seal A61M39/0693including means for seal penetration 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