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...that a workman who left the soap mixing machine on too long was responsible for making Ivory Soap? He was so embarrassed by his mistake that he threw the mess in a stream. Imagine his dismay when the evidence of his error floated to the surface! Result: Ivory soap, the soap that floats.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8147445 | Enema dispenser An enema includes a liquid in a dispenser having a bottle, a nozzle attached to the bottle, and a valve. The valve may be a membrane having a slit and a thickness of at most 0.90 mm. The valve may be attached to the bottle or it may be attached to the nozzle. The en... | 04/03/2012 |
| 7357800 | Power supply and control apparatus and electrophysiology systems including the same A power supply and control apparatus operable in a bipolar mode, a unipolar mode, and a combined bipolar/unipolar mode. ... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7297132 | Shape memory shutter device A shape memory shutter device for controlling the rectum of a disabled person, comprises a section of conduit to be connected to the rectum of the disabled person, and a shutter which controls the passage through the conduit section and actuated by a shape memory ac... | 11/20/2007 |
| 7273467 | Device for washing the external auditory meatus A device is described for washing the external audtitory meatus comprising at least ne inlet channel (6) for the washing liquid and one discharge channel (8) which connects the end portion of the inlet channel with the outside environment, the discharg... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7244228 | Sigmoidoscope A sigmoidoscope comprises at least one disposable part, in combination with a device for insufflation of a body cavity with a medium via the sigmoidoscope, the medium being susceptible to contamination by a contaminant during use of the sigmoidoscope. The insufflati... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7172579 | System and method for irrigation and tissue evacuation and collection The present invention provides a system and method for irrigating and collecting tissue from a body cavity in a patient. The system includes an irrigation and collection device for injecting an irrigation fluid into the body cavity. The irrigation device injects flu... | 02/06/2007 |
| 7144385 | Discharging implement for medical care For safely inserting a catheter into a chest cavity of a child or corpulent patient to be retained therein and for preventing atmospheric air from proceeding into the chest cavity during a removal of a penetrating needle, discharge equipment for medical procedures i... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7141023 | Micro perfusion device comprising a collecting container A micro perfusion device including a casing, a perfusate supply, an inner cannula forming an inner lumen between a front cannula opening which is distal when the device is subcutaneously positioned and a rear cannula opening, the inner lumen being connected or conne... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7094231 | Dual-mode electrosurgical instrument An electrosurgical instrument that is capable of generating high-quality RF energy at a single frequency in the MHz range best suited for delicate, precise and quick-healing cutting procedures with low leakage currents using a monopolar handpiece, and also provides ... | 08/22/2006 |
| 6994707 | Intelligent selection system for electrosurgical instrument An intelligent selection system for operating an electrosurgical instrument for use by a surgeon that depends primarily on the surgical procedure to be employed. The operating mode as well as other operating parameters can be controlled by the handpiece chosen by th... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6907879 | Agent delivery and aspiration device The methods and devices disclosed provides for the delivery of agents to an orifice cavity and subsequent aspiration of the agent and orifice contents from the orifice cavity and related areas. In one form, the delivery and aspiration system comprises an agent deliv... | 06/21/2005 |
| 6830557 | Liquid foaming soap compositions and dispensing system therefor By providing a mixture of surfactants and water, with the water content ranging between bout 40% and 95% by weight based upon the weight of the entire composition, a unique, improved, liquid based foaming soap formulation is realized which is useable for a wide vari... | 12/14/2004 |
| 6712803 | Drug dispensing system A drug dispensing system for substantially preventing addictive use of drugs. The system has multiple dispensers each containing a drug such as nasal spray. The drug in at least one of the dispensers is diluted to a first pre-selected concentration level with a dilu... | 03/30/2004 |
| 6620132 | Surgical irrigation device A microsurgical irrigation device, comprising a first tube for supplying liquid from a liquid source, the first tube having a first end in communication with the liquid source, and further having a second end; an elastomeric bulb connected to the second e... | 09/16/2003 |
| 6361521 | Nasal irrigation system A system for safely irrigating nasal and sinus cavities using a portable and reusable device which can be conveniently coupled to a fluid container, wherein the system includes an adapter end for coupling to the fluid container, an insertion end which dir... | 03/26/2002 |
| 6350233 | Sigmoidoscope A sigmoidoscope comprising at least one disposable part (1), in combination with means (10) for insufflation of a body cavity with a medium via the sigmoidoscope; said medium being susceptible to contamination by a contaminant (as herein defined) during u... | 02/26/2002 |
| 6290667 | Nasal aspirator A nasal aspirator having a stem, a tip and a bulb. The stem having an inner lumen from a top to a bottom. The tip comprising of an aperture at a point that arches from a base, wherein the base is secured to the top of the stem. The bulb having a ribbed op... | 09/18/2001 |
| 6214895 | Method for making a polyvinyl acetal sponge packing for use in the nasal, sinus and otic cavities Nasal, sinus and otic packings exhibiting a less adherent surface when in contact with tissue and being less traumatic on removal are prepared. In a first embodiment, polyvinyl acetal foamed packing material undergoes a surface modification imparting a no... | 04/10/2001 |
| 6190366 | Portable, locally washing hygienic device The portable, locally washing hygienic device has a water container of a flexible synthetic resin film member, a water supply tube mounted on the water container and acting as a water passage, a spray nozzle mounted on an upper portion of the water supply... | 02/20/2001 |
| 6178348 | Method and apparatus for maintenance of pierced orifices A needle for use with an apparatus for injecting fluid into a pierced body orifice has a hollow body having an axis and an internal bore along the axis, a blunt, closed first end, an open second end with an interface to a closure for attachment to a reser... | 01/23/2001 |
| 6047209 | Method and apparatus for maintenance of pierced orifices A needle for use with an apparatus for injecting fluid into a pierced body orifice has a hollow body having an axis and an internal bore along the axis, a blunt, closed first end, an open second end with an interface to a closure for attachment to a reser... | 04/04/2000 |
| 5985432 | Porous absorbent materials having modified surface characteristics and methods for making the same A porous absorbent material that comprises a water-insoluble, water-swellable absorbent polymer. The absorbent material comprises a polyether and/or a polycation bonded to the absorbent polymer whereby the contact angle of blood on a surface of the absorb... | 11/16/1999 |
| 5980482 | Mixing device A mixer for the mixing of components, comprising a continuous inner surface that is non-retaining to the components, wherein a first portion of the inner surface opposably contacts a second portion of the inner surface during mixing, and a means for suppl... | 11/09/1999 |
| 5954686 | Dual-frequency electrosurgical instrument An electrosurgical instrument that is capable of generating high-quality RF energy at a first frequency best suited for delicate, precise. and quick-healing cutting procedures with low leakage currents using a unipolar handpiece, and also provides high-qu... | 09/21/1999 |
| 5935091 | Haemostatic circumcision bandage The present invention relates to a haemostatic circumcision bandage comprising a bandage body made of a pliable waterproof material and of a unitary configuration. The bandage has a shaft supporting portion adapted to be wrapped around an entire penile sh... | 08/10/1999 |
| 5921233 | Liquid dispenser assembly particularly for medical applications A liquid dispenser assembly for medical applications includes a container holding a predetermined quantity of a therapeutic liquid in a storage chamber. The container has a wall or panel provided with a port. A dip tube is disposed in the chamber and exte... | 07/13/1999 |
| 5921972 | Surgical wicking and fluid removal swab A flexible, sterile, trimable device which gently and continuously removes unwanted fluid from an operating field during surgery by wicking the fluid into a mat having a high wicking property. A flexible suction tube having one end embedded in the mat rem... | 07/13/1999 |
| 5795330 | Mixing device A mixer for the mixing of a first and a second component, comprising a flexible pouch which contains said first component and which has an inner surface that is non-retaining to the components; means for supplying the second component to the chamber for m... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5669394 | Biosample aspirator A fine-needle aspirator for collecting a biosample from a subject into a closed sterile system. The aspirator is adapted for use with a variety of needles and comprises a motor drive pump capable of continuous suction in a biosample collection system. The... | 09/23/1997 |
| 5509408 | Neonatal resuscitation device Combination for suctioning a neonatal infant having a mouth, a trachea and a pathway having a generally curved shape extending from said mouth to said trachea, including a generally elongated endotracheal tube including a wall and having a proximate end a... | 04/23/1996 |
| 5421824 | Bladder evacuator A method of irrigation of a cavity of a human body by means of a medical device consisting of a container for a fluid and a filter. The container is formed with an open neck and a peripheral wall defining the receiving volume. A portion of the peripheral ... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5405319 | Bowel evacuation system A portable, lightweight bowel evacuation system is made up of a water bag which is elevated above the patient with a check valve in the delivery line from the water bag into a rectal insertion tube or speculum, a drain line leading from the speculum inclu... | 04/11/1995 |
| 5364343 | Irrigation device for use in ear canals for therapeutic or hygienic purposes An irrigation device for use in an ear canal is a main body of substantially conical shape having a central axis. There is at least one input duct connecting to a lavage liquid delivery apparatus for injecting the lavage liquid into the ear canal. There i... | 11/15/1994 |
| 5322070 | Barium enema insufflation system An improved enema insufflation system includes a source of barium sulfate suspension connected, by tubing, to a multi-lumen enema tip and a source of carbon dioxide, connected to the enema tip. The carbon dioxide source contains compressed carbon dioxide.... | 06/21/1994 |
| 5318548 | Mucus extractor The extractor (10) is particularly useful for extracting mucus from the nasal passages of new born babies and comprises a manually operable hand pump (18) with a separate compartment (12) for the mucus extracted.... | 06/07/1994 |
| 5081999 | Biosample aspirator A fine-needle aspirator for collecting a biosample from a subject into a closed sterile system. The aspirator is adapted for use with a variety of needles and comprises a motor driven pump capable of continuous suction in a biosample collection system. Th... | 01/21/1992 |
| 5009635 | Pump apparatus A pump apparatus such as a stomach pump or the like having a variable volume pumping chamber in the form of a resiliently flexible bulb with a one way flow check valve disposed within the bulb to preclude backflow therefrom, and a second check valve downs... | 04/23/1991 |
| 4880408 | Medical irrigation device A medical irrigation device which enables the introduction of a sterile fluid ito a urinary bladder and thereafter the withdrawal of the fluid containing particulate matter such as prestatic tissue, blood clots and stones is provided. The device enables t... | 11/14/1989 |
| 4806101 | Portable apparatus for removing food remains from the oral cavity A portable apparatus for removing food remains from the oral cavity, particularly from the teeth. The apparatus includes a suction chamber, enclosing a removable filter, a suction member removably fixed to said suction chamber, a pipe in fluid communicati... | 02/21/1989 |
| 4788060 | Multiple electrolyte douche and wipe composition A disposable feminine hygiene kit and system that includes a douche composition for internal cleansing of the vagina, and a wipe solution for external cleansing of the vulva. The douche formulation may be a ready-to-use liquid solution, or a concentrate. ... | 11/29/1988 |
