Absorbent article providing a dynamic fit
US6585713B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 14, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/64
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An absorbent article includes a garment having opposite waist regions separated by a crotch region. At least one of the waist regions includes an expansion panel adapted to elongate in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the garment. The absorbent article also includes a pair of elastomeric strap members that are adapted to attach to the waist regions.
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