Starch containing film ostomy pouches
US5009648A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 22, 1989 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2535/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Biodegradable composite films comprising a starch containing blended polymeric film and a barrier material coated or laminated to the blended film. The use of such composite films in ostomy pouches and other medical products is described. Also described is an ostomy pouch construction in which an adhesive label is affixed to the pouch so as to reduce the escape of odor from the stomal aperture.
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