Abstract: An ostomy appliance for a single ostomy pouch, alternative a couple able pouch, namely an ostomy appliance as a pressure ring; said a flat cylindrical pressure ring, with an outer circularly diameter, and an inner circularly diameter; said which inner circularly diameter in its size is made or chosen so it fit, and touch to the surface of the actually stoma, and where the pressure ring is hold and coupled floating to the system.

Abstract: A coupling device for providing an adhesive body faceplate to connect the faceplate to a body waste receptacle. The body waste plate has an aperture adapted to register with a body drainage exit. The coupling device has a frame with a central aperture adapted to register with the body drainage exit, and a magnetic ring mounted in the central aperture. Either the frame or the faceplate are configured for detachable attachment of the coupling device to the faceplate. The coupling device is used for a drainage assembly, such as an ostomy pouch having magnetic attractable means, to provide for magnetic coupling of the ostomy pouch to the abdominal wall using an adhesive body faceplate equipped with the detachable coupling device.

Abstract: A drainable ostomy pouch has an outlet. Reinforcing members at the outlet are deformable by application of manual pressure at their ends to distend the outlet. The lateral edges of the reinforcing members may be offset, which encourages the reinforcing members to consistently bend away from each other. A peelable distributed mechanical engagement fastener secures the outlet in a folded condition. The fastener parts are hook-hook type plastic extrusions, and provide a snap-engagement. A security flap is foldable under the outlet when in its folded condition. The outlet is released in two stages.

Abstract: The present invention is a compact and hands-free human breast milk collection device that fits into a mother's existing nursing or standard brassiere, or in another preferred embodiment, comprises a complete nursing brassiere and milk collection system. The invention can be attached to a regular electric pump or manual pump for active milk collection and also can be used without a pump for passive milk collection. The invention comprises a breast adaptor which is preferably a funnel-shaped inlet coupled to a reservoir, wherein when the breast is inserted into the breast adaptor, the expressed breast milk is expressed into the reservoir and is stored there until the device is removed and emptied.

Abstract: An assembly for use of the colostomy bag to inhibit the wafer from disengaging with the skin of the patient. This assembly includes a belt having a retaining member that is contoured to concentrate force adjacent an opening that allows access from the stoma to a collection bag for waste products to flow through. By contouring the retaining member of the belt in this fashion, the tendency of the wafer of the colostomy bag assembly to disengage from the skin of the patient is reduced.

Abstract: A urine collection system includes a urine collection device and a support system. The urine collection device includes a catheter and collection component. The suspension system includes a waist band, an extension strap depending from the waist band, and a thigh band attached to the strap. A pair of securing straps is provided for securing the urine collection tubing. A fastener is provided on the extension strap for securing the catheter and for resisting movement of the catheter due to relative pulling of collection tubing or a collection bag. The catheter further includes a branch, which, along with the fastener, resists the downward motion of the catheter.

Abstract: A urine collection system includes a urine collection device and a suspension system. The urine collection device includes a catheter and a urine bag. The suspension system includes a waist band, an extension strap depending from the waist band, and a thigh band attached to the strap. A pair of securing straps is provided on the thigh band for securing the urine bag. A fastener is provided on the extension strap for securing the catheter and for resisting pulling by the urine bag. The catheter further includes a branch, which, along with the fastener, resists the downward motion of the catheter.

Abstract: A connecting ostomy device for coupling a collecting bag to a fixing device (10) includes a first joining part (16) connected to the fixing device and a second joining part (12) connected to the collecting bag. The joining parts interact by adhesion in a plane practically perpendicular to the axes of orifices (14) of the collecting bag of the fixing device in such a way that the transmission of the bag weight and the impermeability thereof are ensured by adhesion. The additional fixing elements (18, 20) ensure the alignment of the orifices (14) of the fixing device (10) and the collecting bag in a position thereof which is practically determined before the removal of the protective film from an adhesive surface. The connecting device is used for ostomy.

Abstract: A drainage bag for receiving bodily waste, such as an ostomy bag, comprises an outer bag of material soluble in cold water, e.g. polyvinyl alcohol, and an inner bag of material insoluble in water at ambient temperature and body temperature but soluble in organic solvent, e.g. 2-oxepanone polymer (polycaprolactone). When the bag (and contents) are to be disposed of, appropriate organic solvent (e.g. benzyl alcohol) is applied to the inner bag. The bag can then be placed in a WC bowl and is flushable after about 1-2 minutes.

Abstract: An ostomy support set comprising a garment having a first hole for receiving a stoma, said hole having a stabilised edge, and a disc for providing the supporting effect of the material removed for forming the first hole, said disc having a second hole for receiving the stoma wherein the disc has an outer diameter greater than the diameter of the first hole provides a snug fit to the stoma, ensures an easy application and removal of the garment and of a collecting bag combined with a sufficient support next to the stoma.

Abstract: A drainable ostomy pouch has an outlet. Reinforcing members at the outlet are deformable by application of manual pressure at their ends to distend the outlet. The lateral edges of the reinforcing members may be offset, which encourages the reinforcing members to consistently bend away from each other. A peelable distributed mechanical engagement fastener secures the outlet in a folded condition. The fastener parts are hook-hook type plastic extrusions, and provide a snap-engagement. A security flap is foldable under the outlet when in its folded condition. The outlet is released in two stages.

Abstract: An arrangement at a stoma bag of the type used by persons or animals with a colostoma, including a flexible bag (flexibag) and a ring fastener/magazine ring, where the ring fastener/magazine ring is designed to be connected to a stoma plate, and where, in its initial position, the entire flexibag is located in or in close proximity to the ring fastener/magazine ring.

Abstract: An ostomy appliance is provided with inner and outer pouches separably joined together by peelable seams. A vent passage and deodorizing filter are also provided, most advantageously located externally of the pouches, and a pre-filter is preferably positioned in advance of the deodorizing filter.

Abstract: An implant for implantation into an animal or a human body, that includes an axial interior section for fixation inside the body and an axial exterior section, extending outwards from the body for mounting of a device which can be detachably connected to the body via the ring. The interior section and the exterior section are connected to each other by at least one connecting section with at least one transverse opening. Through the transverse openings, tissue can be formed for fastening of the implant. The fastening can be additionally secured by placing a number of anchoring members in the transverse openings.

Abstract: The invention relates to an ostomy appliance comprising a body side member comprising an adhesive wafer or pad for securing the appliance to the user's skin, the wafer or pad having a hole for receiving a stoma, and a separately exchangeable receiving member or bag secured to the body side ostomy member for receiving secretions from the ostomy, the ostomy appliance further comprising a separate sealing member disposed in the hole of the wafer or pad surrounding the stoma wherein the separately exchangeable receiving member or bag is secured releasably to the body side ostomy member by a mechanical fastening means.

Abstract: After an operation, a drain tube or drain tubes may be placed in the patient's body. Sometimes the drain tube is sutured into the open end of the body and hangs from the body. After a mastectomy, the drain tube is often sutured into the body of the patient. The drain tube hangs downwardly and there is a collection bulb on the end of the drain tube to the discomfort of the patient. The applicant has devised a strap which fits around the abdomen and on the strap there is a pocket for receiving the drain tube and the collection bulb. The patient can walk and maneuver with less discomfort because the pocket and the strap are bearing some of the weight of the drain tube and collection bulb and provide proper drainage. Also, there is disclosed a receptacle for holding the collection bulb by itself. The patient may want to take a shower or dress or undress. The collection bulb can be placed in this second receptacle. This allows freedom of movement of the hands and of the patient.

Abstract: An ostomy appliance having a ring portion and a sheath portion. The ring portion has a first side, a second side and an aperture substantially centered through the first side and the second side. The ring portion also includes a flange extending radially outward from the aperture. A collection pouch can be removably attached to the first side of the ring portion. A generally cylindrically shaped sheath portion has one end securely attached to the ring portion and a second end. The sheath includes a channel configured to accept the body passage through to the aperture on the ring portion. The sheath is made of a nonabsorbable, noncorrosive mesh material which allows the naturally occurring scaring process of the patient to fibrotically attach the sheath to the body passage, and thereby fixedly secure the ring portion to a substantially permanent location on the surface of the patient's body from within the patient's body.

Abstract: A device for a side colostomy post-operation installation includes a pair of half-rings. The half-rings include tenons and mortises which fit together to form a ring. The device also includes a solid tube segment and a hollow tube segment which fit together to form a rod.

Abstract: An ostomy garment comprises an undergarment having front, back and crotch panels, waist and leg bands stitched together to construct a typical panty or undergarment. The garment incorporates a retaining pocket and closure device. The retaining pocket has an opening defined by a crisscross arrangement which surrounds the connected flanges of an appliance and contains the appliance pouch apart from the user's abdomen.

Abstract: An ostomy appliance including a faceplate having an inner surface, an opposite outer surface, and an opening engaging said inner surface. The faceplate is adapted to be placed so that its inner surface is generally against the body of the ostomate and the opening registers with the stoma of the user. The faceplate has outflow channels communicating with the opening and engaging the outer surface for allowing the outflow of stoma waste products from the stoma through the faceplate. A groove sealing arrangement attaches the receptacle to the faceplate and the stoma waste products flow through the outflow channels into the receptacle. A stoma protector shield having an inner shield surface adapted to face the user and an outer shield surface is positionable so that the inner shield surface is over the opening and spaced a small distance from the inner surface away from the user whereby a chamber is defined adjacent the stoma. The outflow channels communicate with the chamber.

Abstract: An irrigation sleeve for colostomy patients is adapted such that it can be selectively and removeably attached to any one of a plurality of different snap-on attachments, such as an irrigation attachment or a rinsing or flushing attachment. The sleeve is basically funnel-shaped so that it may more effectively direct the flow of irrigating fluid and waste material therethrough. The sleeve has an opening adapted to receive a stoma of a colostomy patient and an opening adapted to receive one of the attachments. The opening for the attachments can be moved out of alignment with the opening for the stoma in order to inhibit soiling of the attachment by irrigating fluid and waste material discharged from the stoma without requiring the attachment to be removed from the sleeve.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pistol grip implanter device adapted for insertion of a solid or semi-solid pellet form medicament into a domestic animal, associated with a hub for an encasement containing a multiplicity of dosage unit pellets of the medicament.

Abstract: A loose-fitting garment for individuals wearing an ostomy appliance with an encircling band which contacts the body above the stoma. The downwardly extending fabric which covers the torso has a large vertical opening therein and a pocket on the exterior covering a portion of the opening. The appliance fitted to the stoma extends through the opening and rests in the pocket. A cover flap is provided to shield the appliance from view.

Abstract: Manifolds are disclosed for introducing fluid into the human body and removing fluid therefrom. The fluid removing manifolds include a plurality of separately valved containers sealed to the manifold. Each container is filled in series via the manifold and the associated valve is closed before the container is removed from the manifold for disposal. Thus, a closed drainage system is provided. The fluid introducing manifolds include a plurality of separately valved input ports. Preferably, each port is used only once to reduce contamination of the manifold and associated infection. In each case, the port is kept closed until it is coupled to a source of fluid, and it is reclosed before the source of fluid is disconnected from the port. In this way, contamination is further reduced. Both the multiple input port feature and the multiple container feature of the invention are incorporated in manifolds for use with peritoneal dialysis.