Patent ID: 8738151
Filing Date: 2014-05-27
Classification: A61M,A61N

Abstract:
1. A body portal anchor system comprising: a base operable to secure to tissue surrounding a body portal; a connector selectively attachable to the base, wherein the connector, when attached to the base, is operable to fluidly connect with a terminal segment of a therapy catheter associated with the base; and a retaining member movable, relative to the base, between: a disengaged position, wherein the retaining member is spaced-apart from the connector so that the connector may move relative to the base; and an engaged position, wherein the retaining member engages the connector and attaches the connector to the base; wherein the base defines a catheter connection passage configured to receive both the terminal segment of the therapy catheter and a first end of the connector, wherein the passage forms a trough-like channel in an upper surface of the base, the channel being partially covered by overhanging cinching surfaces, and further wherein the first end of the connector is adapted for insertion into both the passage and a lumen of the therapy catheter.