Patents Assigned to Smith & Nephew (Latin America), Inc.
  • Low profile ostomy device
    Patent number: 4872869
    Abstract: A low profile ostomy device includes an ostomy bag with an opening, a first coupling member attached to the ostomy bag at the opening, and a second coupling member for attachment to a user's body. The first and second coupling members are engaged by the joining of an engaging element on each of the members, the engagement providing a tight mechanical seal between the members within the ostomy bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1989
    Assignee: Smith & Nephew (Latin America), Inc.
    Inventor: Owen L. Johns