Configuring elastic supports
US10463527B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/449
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ostomy belt has an elastic support membrane with a fibrous surface and an aperture for accessing a stoma. The aperture is formed by the user in a preferred location, and the area around the aperture is stabilized against stretch by applying a patch of relatively inelastic hook material to the fibrous surface about the aperture. An elastic membrane of an adhesive bandage is similarly stabilized about an opening in the bandage, by a hook patch that may have a flap for securing an IV tube.
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