ConMed has patented a method for sterile packaging of Kirschner wires (K-wires) and caps for surgical use. The method involves packaging the K-wire and cap in a container with an interior tube, providing stability and easy removal during surgery. The innovative packaging allows for direct viewing of the instruments. GlobalData’s report on ConMed gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Sterile packaging method for k-wire and cap during surgery
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11998256B2) outlines a method for the sterile packaging of a Kirschner wire (K-wire) and a cap for shipping and storage, designed to be used during surgery. The method involves packaging the K-wire and cap within a container consisting of an interior tube housed within an exterior tube. The interior tube provides a sterile environment, while the exterior tube is designed to securely hold the interior tube with a threaded end and an enclosed end. A support at the enclosed end and a seating at the threaded end help seal the interior by engaging a threaded finish and an interior closure. A flexible strip within the interior tube stabilizes and supports the K-wire and cap, allowing for direct viewing and easy removal during surgery.
Furthermore, the patent claims specify that the sterile interior environment of the interior tube can be unsealed during surgery, while remaining sealed from the interior of the exterior tube. This innovative packaging method not only ensures the sterility of the K-wire and cap but also facilitates their accessibility and use during surgical procedures. Additionally, the patent mentions the possibility of combining the interior and exterior tubes to create a surgery-specific bone fusion kit for treating bone fractures during surgery. This method aims to streamline the process of accessing and utilizing essential surgical tools while maintaining a sterile environment, ultimately enhancing efficiency and safety in surgical procedures.
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