Patent ID: 6884235
Filing Date: 2005-04-26
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
1. A surgical vascular introducer sheath comprising: a first member having a first longitudinally extending lumen configured and dimensioned to receive a surgical instrument therethrough; a second member having a second longitudinally extending lumen configured and dimensioned to receive the first member; a retainer adjacent a distal portion of the second member, the retainer movable from a first retracted position to a second extended position to limit proximal movement of the introducer sheath, the retainer movable in response to movement of the second member; a locking mechanism for maintaining the retainer in the extended position, wherein the locking mechanism includes a post movable within a locking groove, the locking groove having a radial region and first and second axial regions; and a radiopaque insert at a distal portion of the sheath.