Devise Holder Apparatus

Abstract

In one aspect, a medical device holder apparatus may include a housing molded into a predetermined shape and size that accommodates the medical device. Also included is a flange attached to the housing. The flange has a surface attachment side in which an adhesive is disposed on and aids in attaching the flange to a surface. The flange is made from a pliable material capable of conforming to a surface and adapting to surface movement and flexing. In another aspect, the housing is comprised of a stretchable substrate conformable to the shape of the medical device. In another aspect, a medical device holder kit may include a medical device holder, similar to those described earlier. Also included is at least one coupling medium held between a surface and the device by the device holder.

1 . A medical device holder apparatus for holding a medical device against the skin of a patient, the holder having a predetermined shape and size, the apparatus comprising:
 a housing comprised of a first material, the housing molded into a shape that is complementary to the shape and size of the medical device, the housing defining at least one opening therein;   a flange attached to the housing, the flange having a skin attachment side for attachment to the skin; and   an adhesive disposed on the skin attachment side of the flange, wherein the flange comprises a second material that is different from the first material, the second material capable of conforming to the skin surface and adapting to movements and flexibility of the skin allowing the flange to remain in contact with the skin surface.   
   
   
       2 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is a hydrogel adhesive. 
   
   
       3 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the first material is capable of being injection or blow molded. 
   
   
       4 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the housing is molded and the flange is cut from a sheet. 
   
   
       5 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 1 , wherein the flange further comprises a tab having a predetermined size and shape. 
   
   
       6 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 1 , wherein the flange further comprises a slit extending through the flange to the housing. 
   
   
       7 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 1 , wherein said adhesive is a repositionable adhesive. 
   
   
       8 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 1 , wherein the housing defines at least one hole of adequate dimension to provide for manipulation of controls on the device. 
   
   
       9 . A medical device holder apparatus for holding a medical device against skin, the apparatus comprising:
 a housing comprised of a stretchable substrate conformable to the shape of the medical device the housing having an open portion and a closed portion, and the housing defining at least one opening therein;   a flange attached to the housing, the flange having an adhesive side, the adhesive side being on the same side as the open portion of the housing; and   an adhesive disposed on the adhesive side of the flange, wherein the flange comprises a pliable material capable of conforming to the skin surface and adapting to movements and flexibility of the skin and muscle allowing the flange to remain in contact with the skin surface, and wherein the housing comprises a material that is different than the flange material.   
   
   
       10 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 9 , wherein the flange further comprises a tab having a predetermined size and shape. 
   
   
       11 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 9 , further comprising a release liner, the release liner at least partially covering the adhesive on the adhesive side of the flange. 
   
   
       12 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 9 , wherein the flange further comprises a slit extending through the flange to the housing. 
   
   
       13 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 9 , wherein the flange further comprises a repositionable adhesive. 
   
   
       14 . The apparatus set forth in  claim 9 , wherein the housing defines at least one hole of adequate dimension to provide for manipulation of controls on the device. 
   
   
       15 . The apparatus of  claim 9  wherein housing comprises a moldable thermopolymer and the flange comprises woven or non-woven fabric. 
   
   
       16 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the flange is comprised of rubber, silicone, latex, polyurethane or fabric. 
   
   
       17 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the housing is transparent. 
   
   
       18 . The apparatus of  claim 1  wherein the housing comprises a mini-flange constructed and arranged to be joined to the flange. 
   
   
       19 . A method of fabricating a holder for a medical device where the medical device is to be maintained adjacent the patient's skin, the method comprising:
 molding a housing to substantially conform to the medical device;   forming a flange designed to adhere to the patient's skin; and   attaching the flange to the housing to form the holder.   
   
   
       20 . The method of  claim 19  further comprising molding a mini-flange into the housing.