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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8157747 | Single-use indicator for a surgical instrument and a surgical instrument incorporating same A single-use indicator is provided and is particularly well suited for use with a surgical catheter device. The indicator includes an absorbent filament or wick which is placed in a transparent or translucent indicator lumen of a multi-lumen catheter. The lumen is p... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8137290 | Device and method for providing information based on body fluids related matter The present invention is directed to a device (or an apparatus) and a method for providing information about body fluids. The device is for measuring a body fluid discharged from a body of a user by putting a first disposable absorbent article having a predetermined... | 03/20/2012 |
| 7981053 | Specimen collection device The present disclosure provides a novel, disposable urine collection vessel securing device that can be used in combination with any standard urine containment vessel and configured to provide an inexpensive, sanitary, convenient device for the collection of urine f... | 07/19/2011 |
| 7335188 | Lumbar puncture fluid collection device A device for collecting spinal fluid during a lumbar puncture or other medical procedure includes: a) an upper, generally cup-shaped portion including an open top, an upper cup side wall, an upper cup base plate at a lower end of the upper cup side wall, and a drain... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335189 | Automatic self cleaning bladder relief with battery pad system This invention is an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system which increases sanitation and comfort for users requiring a means to dispose of urine in the absence of sanitary facilities, such as aircraft pilots and incontinent individuals. This invention i... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7294112 | Motion monitoring apparatus The present invention relates to a motion monitoring apparatus and method for monitoring a patient under medical care. A sensor arrangement is provided in the form of a pad which the patient lies on. The sensor arrangement provides a signal which can be monitored to... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7207977 | Smoke evacuation system An improved smoke evacuation system and method for removing gaseous byproducts of surgical procedures and noxious vapors from chemicals is provided. The smoke and vapor evacuation system includes a vacuum head positionable at a surgical site or incorporated into a w... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7181781 | Female urinal funnel Female urinal funnel with a rigid, essentially ovoid funnel shape. The funnel shape has side walls that extend vertically down from the entrance lip and then curve inwardly at approximately a ninety degree angle forming a flange that terminates at a centrally locate... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7179247 | Absorbable article with protruding body fluid inflow hole having an elastic side wall The present invention provides an absorbent article (14) used by being fitted to the female pubic region, which comprises: an absorbent sheet body made of a water permeable sheet (11), a water impermeable sheet (12), and an absorbent body (13... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7160256 | Device for collection of uncontaminated urine from children A disposable device for collection of uncontaminated urine samples from small children comprising a sterile container with an inlet that eliminates direct contact between the wearers skin and the inside of the container, and which is initially closed by a delaying m... | 01/09/2007 |
| 7141043 | Automatic self cleaning bladder relief and hydration system This invention relates to an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief and hydration system, designed to increase sanitation and comfort for users that require disposal of urine and hydration in the absence of sanitary facilities or potable fluids. This invention i... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7135012 | Automatic self cleaning bladder relief system This invention relates to an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system, specifically designed to increase the overall sanitation and comfort for users requiring a means to dispose of urine in the absence of sanitary facilities in situations such as aircraft ... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7131149 | Female urination aid device A water-resistant, collapsible female urination aid and absorbent wiping device comprising a funnel-shaped trough with first and second side walls, a center fan fold, and a discharge opening at the apex of pleats formed by the fan fold. Opposed flaps are secured to ... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7131964 | Automatic self cleaning bladder relief system and failsafe This invention is an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system for users that require disposal of urine in the absence of sanitary facilities, like aircraft pilots and incontinent individuals. It incorporates an inflatable urine collector deflatable after us... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7104980 | Catheterization assist device and method of use A device and method of using the device to assist in inserting a catheter in a female. The device includes a main body portion configured to be placed adjacent the pubic bone of a female, a pair of legs extending downwardly from the main body portion, a slot located... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7062937 | Product dispenser Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a dispensing apparatus for dispensing a flowable product. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a dispenser housing having a product outlet extending from the dispenser housing to dispense the flowable produc... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7041062 | Device and method for producing respiration-related data An apparatus for producing data concerning the respiration-related movements of the abdominal wall and/or the thorax of a person. The device comprises at least one first pair of sensor units (12, 14), which are configured for detachably fixing on the skin in ... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7018366 | Vacuum assisted relief system (VARS) VARS (Vacuum Assisted Relief System) is a aircrew bladder relief system that allows the pilot, whether male or female, to urinate in flight with comfort and convenience. There are three principle parts to the system, The pump, the garment, and the receiver. A pump a... | 03/28/2006 |
| 7014635 | Method and apparatus for preparing and fitting condom catheters A method and apparatus are provided for fitting a condom-style catheter onto a penis of a user. The apparatus includes two jaws moveable toward and away from each other. The jaws, in a first position, surround a first portion of the catheter and retain against surfa... | 03/21/2006 |
| 7011634 | Urine sample collection device A urine collection device includes a support apparatus for supporting the urine collection device on a toilet. An attachment section attaches to a sample holder and a collection section receives and directs urine into the sample holder. ... | 03/14/2006 |
| 6951553 | Tissue closure treatment system and method with externally-applied patient interface A tissue closure treatment system and method are provided with an external patient interface. A first fluid transfer component FTC.1 comprises a strip of porous material, such as rayon, with liquid wicking properties. FTC.1 can be placed directly on a ... | 10/04/2005 |
| 6942624 | Biological information detection system The input/output system of the present invention includes a sheet-like input/output unit that includes wiring and a connection box that is attached to an edge of the sheet-like input/output unit. The connection box includes a housing that is attached so as to sandwi... | 09/13/2005 |
| 6936037 | Tissue closure treatment system, patient interface and method A tissue closure treatment system and method are provided with an external patient interface. A first fluid transfer component FTC.1 comprises a strip of porous material, such as rayon, with liquid wicking properties. FTC.1 can be placed directly on a ... | 08/30/2005 |
| 6923796 | Dimensionally optimized menstrual fluid management device The present invention relates to a menstrual fluid management device that is attached directly to the wearer by use of an adhesive. The device allows for direct and immediate containment of menstrual and other vaginal discharges. In particular, the device improves t... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6918899 | Automatic bladder relief system This invention relates to an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system, specifically designed to increase the overall sanitation and comfort for users that may require a means to dispose of their urine in the absence of other sanitary facilities due to situa... | 07/19/2005 |
| 6908441 | Urine collection device A urine collection device for facilitating collection of urine samples from a user. The urine collection device includes a funnel member having a bowl portion and a stem portion. The bowl portion has perimeter wall defining a cavity. The cavity of the bowl portion h... | 06/21/2005 |
| 6904621 | Urine collection device A portable urine collection device having a closed loop system that is easily usable by a human. The urine collection device includes a urine collection receptacle for receiving a fluid from a human. The urine collection receptacle may be coupled to a reservoir with... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6814719 | Female urinary system A female urinary system comprises an appliance including a hollow open top urine receiving body having a peripheral rim for fitting under the urethra. The body includes a receiving portion which would be located below the urethra and which merges into a discharge bo... | 11/09/2004 |
| 6761710 | Container for the collection of menstrual flow The present invention relates to a disposable menstrual fluid management device (10) including a bag (11) having an aperture (13) that is surrounded by an adhesively-faced flange (12) for releasable attachment to the uro-genital area of t... | 07/13/2004 |
| 6716181 | Female urinary device A female urinary system includes an appliance which has a hollow urinary receiving open top body. The upper edge of the body is shaped to fit under the urethra. The body has an outlet passage for discharging urine flowing into the body from the urethra. A vaginal ar... | 04/06/2004 |
| 6669675 | Feminine urinary device A feminine urinary device is disclosed. It comprises a thin, water resistant sheet having a front and a portion. The size and shape of these are such as to allow a user to place the rear portion between her legs while grasping the edges of the front porti... | 12/30/2003 |
| 6626876 | Method and apparatus for self-draining of urine A device for the drainage of the bladder through the body's own urethra opening outside of the human body, comprising a tube-shaped body (10). The tube-shaped body is comprised: to assume a first contracted position and for taken up within the bladder as ... | 09/30/2003 |
| 6569133 | Urine management system for human females A urine management system for human females comprising a novel collection device, a novel conveyance tube, and a novel storage container is described. The collection device is worn by the user in direct contact with the skin surfaces surrounding the ureth... | 05/27/2003 |
| 6485438 | Cup to assist with urine specimen sampling A disposable urine specimen collection cup has a two-position locking handle incorporated and molded into it. The elongated handle is formed integrally as part of the cup. In its first position, the handle is situated in a generally parallel position rela... | 11/26/2002 |
| 6475198 | Feminine urinary device A feminine urinary device is disclosed. It comprises an elongated, thin, water resistant sheet having a front and a portion. The size and shape of these are such as to allow a user to place the rear portion between her legs while grasping the edges of the... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6409971 | Device and method for collecting and transferring a urine specimen The urine collection device of the present invention is an open collection system designed to collect and transfer a liquid urine specimen into a non-evacuated tube through a valve. The device is designed to be user friendly and has a finger placement pla... | 06/25/2002 |
| 6406922 | Device for the testing of body fluid samples A drug of abuse test kit for testing low volumes of a fluid sample having a transparent flat bag container for retaining a fluid sample to be tested and the open end of the container has a recloseable closure. The container is maintained in a substantiall... | 06/18/2002 |
| 6403383 | Diagnostic test kit for immunological assays of fluid samples A diagnostic test kit has a cup-like container for retaining a fluid sample to be tested and the open top end of the container is closed by a closure cap on the open end. There is a slit in the closure cap to receive a multiple test card having a pluralit... | 06/11/2002 |
| 6398742 | Urine discharge apparatus for female The present invention provides a urine discharge apparatus for a female comprising a collection member (6) in the shape of bucket. A disposable pack (7) is inserted in the collection member (6). The disposable pack (7) has a circumferential flange (71) in... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6350254 | Medical device for fluid collection and method to fill multiple specimen tubes A medical device for fluid collection and method to fill multiple specimen tubes is disclosed. The device is designed to collect and transfer a specimen into a non-evacuated tube through an integrated open port. The device has no cannulas, either blunt or... | 02/26/2002 |
