Disposable absorbent article having side panels with structurally, functionally and visually different regions
US8697937B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/49034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable absorbent article worn about the lower torso of a wearer includes at least one pair of side panels connecting a first waist region to a second waist region forming a waist opening and a pair of leg openings. Each side panel includes a waist region, a hip region and a leg region wherein the waist region, the hip region and the leg region differs structurally, functionally and visually to provide an improved initial fit and sustained fit while exhibiting a garment-like appearance.
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