Becton, Dickinson and Company
DUAL ENDED DISINFECTING CAP FOR STOPCOCK VALVES

Abstract:

A universal cap for both male and female connections includes configuration of structural elements allowing the cap to be opened at either end. Optionally, an inner wall feature allows each end of a cap structure to function as its own cap, or perform a separate capping function. For example, should one end of the cap structure be in use, and the other end of the cap structure be open to air, the end of the cap structure in use, or performing the capping function, is not compromised. Optionally, dual ended cap structure includes features designed to maintain the pressure in a closed system, for both the male and female luer lock ends.