Connector for collection and dispensing of breast milk or colostrum
US10086120B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/062
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adapter for use in a system for collecting colostrum and/or milk from a breast may include: a body having a predominantly cylindrical shape; a first open end of the body for connecting to a funnel device; a second open end of the body for connecting to a source of suction; a side port between the first and second ends for connecting to a fluid collection device; a catchment area at or near the side port; and a blocking member between the side port and the second end, for preventing colostrum from passing beyond the side port and through the second end. The blocking member may include at least one aperture for allowing suction force to be transmitted from the second end to the first end.
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