| abstract |
Catheter assembly comprising: a first approach comprising a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface, the inner surface defining an inner cavity; a tube attached to the first hub and extending distally relative to the first hub; a second approach comprising a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface, the inner surface defining an inner cavity; a needle having a needle tip attached to the second lug and projecting distally into the tube relative to the second lug; a valve comprising a surface, a skirt projecting therefrom, and an opening in the surface through which the needle protrudes; a valve opener comprising an actuating end, at least one leg extending proximally therefrom; and a wiper comprising a periphery defining an opening and the needle, the wiper for wiping the needle being the same in connection with the periphery, ... |