Disposable absorbent article having elasticized flaps provided with leakage resistant portions
US4808178A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 10, 1985 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/53
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An article of manufacture is disclosed for absorbing liquids, particularly body fluids such as urine. An absorbent core is encased in an outer covering layer to which flaps are connected along the longitudinal sides. The flaps are elasticized and have a leakage resistant portion which is non-wicking, non-absorbent and liquid impermeable.
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