Patent ID: 6099511
Filing Date: 2000-08-08
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
A manifold, comprising:a manifold body having a proximal end and a distal end, the manifold body defining a fluid flow pathway extending between the proximal and distal ends of the manifold body, the manifold body including a plurality of valves, at least one valve having (i) housing means for defining first, second and third fluid flow passageways, each of said passageways intersecting in a common passageway intersection cavity; and (ii) valving means situated within the intersection cavity for responding to a pressure laden fluid within one passageway to open another passageway and simultaneously close yet another passageway;means for coupling the proximal end of the manifold body in fluid communication with fluid delivery means for delivering fluid to the manifold body; andmeans for coupling the distal end of the manifold body in fluid communication with means for receiving fluid flowing from the fluid flow pathway of the manifold body.