Device and method for nipple reconstruction
US7938122B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 4, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 10, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/15016
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A nipple reconstruction device includes a core component having a substantially circular hollow opening therein for receiving a person's nipple; padding attached to a lower part of the core and substantially lining the lower part of the core and at least a portion of the hollow opening in the core, and an attaching component constructed and adapted to hold the device in place on the person's skin. The core may be a semi-rigid, pliable, high durometer material. The padding may be gauze, woven rayon cellulose, cotton, a cotton/polyester blend material; or a non-woven, one-sided medical tape. The attaching component may be an adhesive tape having a plurality of tabs for holding the device in place on the person's skin.
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