Faecal management device
US8277427B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 8, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/451
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fecal management device suitable for attachment directly to the perianal skin between the buttocks of the wearer. The device utilizes an optimised adhesive wafer in order to securely attach the device to the skin of the wearer so that the device is maintained in position for the entire period of wear, including circumstances or periods of wear during which the wearer is active, i.e. not bedridden. In addition the fecal management device of the present invention has the ability for easy application of the device.
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