Mid-stream flushing adapter assembly

摘要: Protective package for an elongated medical device, comprises a protective sheath including lumen sized to receive body of the wherein first end is adapted distal device and second proximal hydration opening disposed between ends sheath. In addition, method packaging catheter, steps providing substantially tubular enclosure having corresponding in inner diameter length dimensions catheter be received therein inserting into combination with fluid communication lumen, directing hydrating desired proportions toward flushing adapter connecting source fluid.