Patents by Inventor Merrill S. Chernov

Merrill S. Chernov has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Ileostomy and colostomy plug
    Patent number: 4241735
    Abstract: A plug type closure for insertion into a body opening and employing a surrounding elongated balloon which when inflated expands to form a soft, non-erosive, relatively large surface contact in sealing engagement within the lumen of the body opening to prevent the unexpected release of odor and body waste materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1980
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1980
    Inventor: Merrill S. Chernov