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Pelvic surgery drape

US8166977B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateNov 21, 2007
Grant dateMay 1, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2046/236
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A urological drape is provided defining a vaginal aperture and a finger cot for accessing the rectum of a patient without making contact therewith. The drape includes an adhesive backing for fixing the drape relative to the patient. Preferably, a pouch is provided which is constructed and arranged to catch any fluids which might be discharged from the vagina during an examination or surgical procedure.

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