Patent Issued for Securement device (USPTO 11925776).

A patent has been issued to C. R. Bard Inc. for a securement device used to attach a medical article, such as a catheter, to a patient. The device aims to address the drawbacks of traditional methods of securing catheters, such as tape and sutures, which can lead to infection, motion-related complications, and skin irritation. The securement device includes anchor pads and a retainer that mechanically fixes the medical article in place without unnecessary manipulation or motion. The patent provides detailed descriptions and embodiments of the securement device. [Extracted from the article]