Absorbent article
US6955667B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 22, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/4752
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An absorbent article includes a liquid-permeable top layer, a liquid-impermeable back layer, and a liquid retentive absorbent member, interposed between the top layer and the back layer. The absorbent member is arranged to form an opposing pair of barrier cuffs which are within longitudinal edges of the top layer and extend along the longitudinal edges. A pocket portion is formed between the pair of barrier cuffs.
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