Urine collection system for females
US4690677A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 1985 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/455
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A urine collection system for females comprised of a soft, flexible, sealing member forming a seal around the external urethral ostium, by conformation to and adhesion to the tissue surface. A conduit, or drain, passes through the sealing member leading to collection and storage means for the urine. A positioning or orientation member is provided to achieve alignment of the conduit lumen through the sealing member with the urethral orifice.
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