#$%^&*AU2011239335A120120607.pdf#####ACCESS ASSEMBLY INCLUDING ONE OR MORE COMPRESSIBLE VENTS ABSTRACT An access assembly (10) is provided including a tubular member (16) having a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end in mechanical cooperation with at least one slit seal member (26) configured to create a fluid-tight seal in a first configuration. The access assembly (10) also includes a first ring (12) secured at the proximal end of the tubular member (16) and a second ring (14) secured at the distal end of the tubular member (16). The at least one slit seal member (26) is configured to create an opening (30) in a second configuration (40) when forces are applied at opposing ends of the first ring (12).
