Patent ID: 6673032
Filing Date: 2004-01-06
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
A gripping member for use on an associated tubular insertion member of an applicator for inserting an object into a body cavity, the gripping member comprising a plastic sleeve having a longitudinal axis; first and second ends; a bore extending from the first end to the second end, the bore having a length, an inner diameter, and a length to inner diameter ratio of at least about 0.5; at least one notch defined by side edges and associated with and disposed pat one of the first and second ends, the notch imparting flexibility to the associated end; an outer surface; and a plurality of raised features disposed on the outer surface of the sleeve, extending away from the longitudinal axis, at least one of the raised features is proximate the first end, at least one of the raised features is proximate the second end, and the raised features proximate the first and second ends are longitudinally separated; wherein the plastic sleeve is arranged and configured to be affixed to the associated tubular insertion member.