Foreskin manipulator
US12419627B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 23, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 30, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00982
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device dimensioned to temporarily retract the foreskin of an uncircumcised penis to allow for the healing of an infection or disease affecting the skin of the glans of the penis, external urethral orifice and foreskin; and/or to treat at least one of phimosis and paraphimosis. The device may be configured to stretch and constrict as needed without creating too much pressure as to cut off circulation, and/or include non-elastic and/or elastic synthetic material. Device may be available at different sizes to the patient to ensure the best fit. Device may perform other foreskin manipulation procedures, such as pulling it forward as opposed to retracting the foreskin. The use of such device.
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