US Patent No: 8,177,761
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Assembly for cleaning luer connectors
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May 15, 2012
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Jun 30, 2008
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12/164,310
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Abstract
Illustrative pairs of caps are disclosed, each of the caps being sized and shaped to provide a protective union about a separated medical connector. The pair of caps comprises an assembly that includes a male cap and a female cap. The assembly is sealed until the caps are separated for use, thereby maintaining sterility of the internal surfaces of the caps. One or more absorbent pads may be impregnated with an antiseptic agent and positioned within the pair of caps.
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Cited Art
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