Absorbent structure having multiple canals
US5399175A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 20, 1993 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/53778
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An absorbent structure for absorbing body fluid is provided having means to direct body fluid along the longitudinal axis of the product and to substantially limit side failure. Two or more longitudinal chambers of absorbent material are provided which are separated by fluid repellent walls. These walls act to guide flow generally along the longitudinal axis of the product.
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