Fecal incontinence device and applicator therefor
US5421827A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 7, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/451
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An incontinence device comprising a generally tubular soft latex shape (20) open at both ends. The upper end (24) is smoothly curved and tapered inward (28) to the opening (26) with the latex of minimal thickness and coated on the outside adjacent the opening (26) with a suitable adhesive for contact with the skin about the anal opening. The lower end (22) is partially folded and clipped to permit the device to be affixed with an applicator (30) specifically shaped (32) for the purpose and inserted within the device. The shape and material of the device permits the device to fully stretch and shrink with the anal opening while remaining adhesively affixed to the skin. An extended polyvinyl chloride/urethane mixture of similar elasticity, flexibility and elongation may be substituted for the latex. Because of the very thin wall thickness, the device may be formed as a fiat hollow body (120) which expands in use. The applicator (430) may be permanently attached to the device and formed to serve as a vent (433) for liquids as further alternative constructions.
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