Method and apparatus for placement of a bladder output control device
US6491713B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 1999 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/455
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for placing a bladder output control device is disclosed in which a tool has a surface which receives the bladder output control device and holds it for accurate placement of the device on the body of a user. The tool includes an illumination device mounted internal to the tool and provides illumination used in placement of the bladder output control device. The tool further includes a mirrored surface to enable better visualization of where the bladder output control device is located relative to its target location during placement of the device on the body of the user.
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