System for managing incontinence
US11717450B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 7, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/424
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to an incontinence monitoring system including a plurality of electrodes on an absorbent article including an absorbent core and a device for electrical connection with the electrodes and monitoring one or more electrical properties of the electrodes. A first set of the electrodes are adapted for detection of wetness associated with urinary incontinence events, and a second set of the electrodes are adapted for detection of faecal incontinence events. The invention also relates to an absorbent article, sensor and device as well as methods for monitoring incontinence.
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