Abstract: A device for collecting and absorbing urine, comprising a laminate composed of several layers, in which an outer plastic casing in combination with a material permeable to urine form a space enclosing an absorption body. The absorption body includes at least one super-absorbent laminate which may be a tissue integrated with a super-absorbent polymer and which upon absorption forms a gel. The space surrounding the absorption body is designed to permit expansion when the absorption body assumes the gel phase.

Abstract: A method for producing an external catheter for incontinence. The catheter has a hollow body section with an open end, and a second end which narrows into a discharge tube for the discharge of urine. The body section has an adhesive strip disposed on the inside of the body section and a covering layer disposed at a corresponding location on the outside of the body. Prior to use, the body section is rolled, and the adhesive layer contacts the cover layer, thus protecting the body section. The catheter may be prepared by arranging a prefabricated body portion around a mandrel which has previously been provided with a pressure sensitive adhesive.

Abstract: A condom-holder device including an unextended condom with a gathered annular wall portion, a condom mount for holding the unextended condom, and a device to secure the condom mount to the human body such that the condom may be reached and applied to the male organ with one hand without substantial interruption of activity.

Abstract: The primary objective of the invention is to facilitate the application of a condom without entraining air into it, by making use of the arrangements and instrumentalities shown in the accompanying drawing as a preferred embodiment of the present invention and not as limitative thereto. In the preferred embodiment, the pocket at the tip of the condom from which air is forced out as by twisting is held in a slit cut in the center of a rectangular strip applied on the condom from one side of its base along the length to the tip and then back along to the other side of the base, and which is provided with pull tabs extended laterally from the center of said strip where the slit is out.Both ends of the strip are rolled in together with the base hem ring of the condom to form a tucked-up disk. To apply the condom to the penis, it is only required to pull the pull tabs backward along the penis to unroll the condom sheath over it while keeping the center of said tucked-up disk in close contact with the glans.

Abstract: A condom having a coating of thick material comprising a polysaccharide selected from the group consisting of dextran sulfate, pharmaceutically acceptable salts of dextran sulfate, hyaluronic acid and a pharmaceutically acceptable salts of hyaluronic acid.

Abstract: A condom is provided for enhancing feeling and stimulation on the part of the male by allowing the condom to move, e.g., by a sliding action on the surface of the penis during intercourse. Typically the distal end of the condom is frictionally related to the vagina by weakly bonding the condom to the vagina as by means of a gum-like adhesive agent or by means of a multiplicity of minute fibers bonded on the outside surface of the condom or both. The condom near its open end is held tightly against the base of the penis and, if desired weakly bonded thereto by means of a removable adhesive to form a tight seal.

Abstract: A new and useful contraceptive-prophylactic condom is provided which, by means of a novel configuration and a medical grade adhesive, forms a leak-free seal with the tip (glans section) of the male sex organ. This invention eliminates the need for the roll-down hood present in a conventional contraceptive-prophylactic devices, providing increased user pleasure and reduced risk of unwanted pregnancy and venereal disease. Because the roll-down hood is eliminated, the breakage problem associated with conventional condoms can also be substantially solved without sacrificing user pleasure by manufacturing the condom of the invention from a thicker material.

Abstract: A condom designed for use by females includes an oblong tube formed of a pliant, thin material impervious to spermatozoa and pathogenic organisms, and including a closed distal end. The proximal end is open, and may be provided with a semi-rigid retaining ring secured to the open end to maintain the opening. The proximal portion of the tube is rolled about the retaining ring to reduce the size of the device in a vending package. The invention includes a tampon-like lubricated applicator having a soft, broad tip portion received within the closed distal end, and a tubular handle extending distally therefrom. The applicator is adapted to facilitate vaginal insertion of the condom, with the retaining ring having a sufficient diameter to prevent the proximal end from passing into the vagina.

Abstract: A post urination drip collector is formed as a cap having an interior configuration which will mate with the exterior of the glans penis. The drip collector may be sized to receive a larger than normal glans penis to permit the use of one size for all. The drip collector is disposable after one use and is removeably secured by adhesive. The adhesive may be at one location to be adjacent to the neck of the penis and on the top, or it may extend over the entire inner surface of the drip collector. The drip collector may be rolled to a substantially flat circle and packaged in foil or plastic.

Abstract: An incontinence device comprising a generally tubular soft latex shape open at both ends. The upper end is smoothly curved and tapered inward to the opening with the latex of minimal thickness and coated on the outside adjacent the opening with a suitable adhesive for contact with the skin about the anal opening. The lower end is partially folded and clipped to permit the device to be affixed with an applicator specifically shaped for the purpose and inserted within the device. The shape and material of the device permits the device to fully stretch and shrink with the anal opening while remaining adhesively affixed to the skin.

Abstract: A female urinary drain assembly includes a waist band for encircling the waist of the wearer; a web of material suspended from the waist band so as to be located at the crotch of the wearer, the web having an opening through it; a urine collection funnel extending through the opening in the web and having a distal end forming a urine outlet and a proximal open end; a flange fixed on the funnel and locatable so as to bear against the inside face of the web to retain the funnel in position; and at least two leg straps connected to the web for encircling the legs of the wearer.

Abstract: A condom for use by a male human comprising a phallic-shaped elastic sheath having a closed end and, on the inside surface of said closed end, a local coating adapted for delaying ejaculation by said male during sexual intercourse. The essential ingredient of the local coating may be a local anesthetic. The condom may include a color-coded bump indicating on which side of the sheath the coating is located.

Abstract: An external catheter urine collection system includes an external catheter, a urine collection reservoir, and a urine collection tube. The external catheter includes a generally phallic-shaped catheter or condom sheath having a distal and a proximal end. The proximal end of the external catheter is adapted to fit over a male patient's penis and to be positioned at the base of the penis. The distal end of the catheter sheath includes a connector for connecting to the urine collection tube to direct urine from the catheter to the collection tube. A sealing rim is attached to the proximal end of the catheter sheath and is adapted to seal the proximal end of the catheter to the skin adjacent to the base of the patient's penis, thereby securing the catheter to the patient and preventing the leakage of urine from around the proximal end of the catheter sheath.

Abstract: A sheath applicator assembly includes a tubular applicator casing, and a netting liner casing located in the applicator casing and secured to a closed end of the casing. A penile sheath is located inside the liner casing. The open end region of the casing is folded back over the casing, and the open end region of the sheath is folded back over the open end region of the casing.

Abstract: Female condom device having a pubic area cover pad with a condom attached perpendicularly thereto with its open end in the middle of the pad and the closed end extending rearwardly from the pad; leg encircling tapes for holding the pad in place, and, optionally, an insertion tool having an elongated cylindrical body adapted to insert the condom portion into the vagina of the wearer.

Abstract: A urine-collecting device comprising a urine-collecting bag having an opening for inserting a penis therethrough, the opening being made on one side surface of the bag and a sheet-like flange formed integrally with the bag at a periphery of the opening; and a film for preventing a back flow of urine having a hole with a diameter being smaller than that of the opening, characterized in that the film is formed to be cap-shaped and is put on the flange to elastically cover the flange.According to a device of the present invention, the device is applicable to any kind of patient, does not either cause a feeling of physical disorder or injure a penis, enables a bedridden old man or sick person to urinate while lying in order to be convenient for care thereof, and can be used sanitarily without causing a leak of urine.

Abstract: A male external catheter comprising a condom-like sheath having at least one of its surfaces flocked with a fabric is disclosed. The flocked catheter provides greater comfort, absorbs moisture, and is easier to apply than prior art sheaths.

Abstract: This invention relates to a urinary appliance for use by incontinent patients. The urinary appliance of the present invention is equipped with a genital receiving bag 3 made of a soft and flexible fabric that is permeable to air, and water repellent. A urinal 8 or a urine storage bag 32 is connected to the genital receiving bag 3. A highly water-absorbent resin 34 is placed inside the urine storage bag 32 so as to absorb and gel the urine.

Abstract: An abbreviated condom adapted to fit over the head of the penis the condom having a thin impervious hood with an open end having a continuous sealed connection to a wide, relatively thicker elastic band, the band being designed to be positioned in the coronal sulcus to prevent leakage of fluids collected in the hood.

Abstract: A process of making a polyurethane condom which comprises providing an organic solvent solution of a polyurethane, a single dipping of a condom form or mold into the polyurethane solution, raising the form from solution and allowing the resultant deposited film to cure at elevated temperatures, thereby forming the condom.

Abstract: An apparatus for guiding the flow of urine from a female is disclosed. It includes a urinary-guide unit which is shaped to the contours of the female genital region and constructed of one-piece, flexible material, secured in place manually or by means of specially constructed garments which can be used to store the unit when the unit is intended to be worn. The method of using this apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: A condom of plastic material which includes a tubular length having a closed first end and an open second end and an integral pubic shield about the open end with the tubular length being sized to jacket the penis of a user and the pubic shield being adapted to overlay the pubic area of a user. Preferably, the plastic material is selected from the class which includes polyethylene, polypropylene and vinyl.

Abstract: A prophylactic device designed to isolate completely those portions of the body most susceptible to the introduction of infected bodily fluids of another into the bloodstream. The device includes a body portion fitting the wearer like a garment, extending from the vicinity of the navel downward to extend onto the thighs. A trap portion, either integral with or fixed to the body portion, covers the perineum of the wearer. The latter portion is formed of a highly expandable material and fitted loosely. The trap portion can respond to pressure from within or without to extend outwardly or inwardly to maintain an impermeable barrier between a penetrating member and the interior of a target orifice.

Abstract: A disposable shaped absorbent paper napkin is provided for hygienic use by men. The napkin is intended to accommodate the penis and absorb residual urine in the urethra tube following urination.

Abstract: A birth control device comprises an oversized sheath portion fitting loosely about the male organ and a flange about the open end of the sheath for retaining the open end of the device outside the woman's body.

Abstract: A spermicidal contraceptive sheath and method of manufacture are disclosed. The sheath has a first spermicide-containing semi-solid inside the sheath at the closed end thereof. A spermicide-containing lubricant is provided at least on the outside surface of the sheath. A dose of spermicide is automatically provided both on the outside of the sheath and on the inside. If the sheath ruptures, a double dosage of spermicide is available to provide an extra measure of contraceptive effectiveness.

Abstract: A male urinary diaper includes a generally tubular-shaped sheath formed from moisture resistant material with an open proximal end portion and a closed distal end portion and absorbent material positioned within the distal end portion. The distal end portion has a first portion forming an uninterrupted continuation of the distal end portion and a free flap portion forming an extension of the first portion which is discontinuous with respect to the distal end portion and circumferentially overlaps upon the first portion and has a releasable fastening element.

Abstract: The present invention provides an external single-use, disposable male catheter, comprising a pliable plastic container having a closed end and an opening so as to receive a fluid, an absorbent, and an interior partition separating the closed end and the opening to retain the absorbent. The partition is water-permeable and is optionally disintegrable when contacted with urine. Additionally, a closure means is provided which includes a layer of foam attached to the plastic at the opening and having a vapor-permeable adhesive on the other side for adhering to itself and skin.

Abstract: A sheath-type external catheter is provided having upper and lower portions defined by the gauge of the material used to construct the sheath; and a tubular ring applicator. The applicator surrounds the inner surface of the upper portion of the sheath which is everted over the lower portion of the sheath. In constructing the novel catheter/applicator combination, the inner surface of the upper sheath portion is everted over the outside surface of the lower sheath portion. With the catheter in this position, the ring applicator is placed about the lower portion of the sheath so that the inner surface of the ring contacts the inner surface of the upper sheath portion. The everted portion of the sheath is generally longer than the length of the ring member, with a portion of the everted upper sheath extending below the ring.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, a condom-like article includes a condom-like closed-end sleeve having at its open end a continuous water-impervious sheet (shield) having a height extending upwardly from the hole at-least about seven or more inches sufficiently to overlay a navel of a male person wearing the condom-sleeve and extending downwardly at-least about two inches or more, there being liquid-catching and retaining cup-like structures at the bottom of the sheet on each of the flat hole-side face of the sheet and of the opposite face, each cup-like structure being positioned and adapted to catch or receive and retain any liquid draining or forced through the lower end, and the sheet further having a handle-structure extending from its flat face at or near the upper end of the sheet, and securing elements for tying or otherwise intermittently mounting the upper end of the sheet onto a mid or upper part of the body of the male wearing the condom-like article, and as a part of a combination, a water impervious m

Abstract: The invention is generally accomplished by providing an absorbent pouch for the male genitalia that has a generally triangular opening wherein one side of the triangle is adapted to be worn flat against the upper genital region and the other two portions of the triangular opening extend into the crotch and meet behind the scrotum. The pouch extending downward from the triangular opening has sufficient capacity to comfortably contain the male genitalia, and the opening at the top is sufficient to allow air circulation. The allowance for air circulation decreases skin problems.

Abstract: An elastomeric tubular sheath is secured over the user's penis having an operative end in a forwardly spaced position. A strainer is provided at the forward end having filtering means with openings sized to retain calculi but to otherwise allow the passage of urine therethrough.

Abstract: An element for receiving a condom is proposed, which receives the roll of rolled up condom in an annular hollow profile. The front end of the condom projects out of an annular clearance and is protected against unintentional damage by means of two protective disks. The element greatly facilitates handling and requires no additional packing.

Abstract: A thin-walled, condom-like tubular protective device for protection against the transfer of infectious matter during sexual intercourse is disclosed. The condom-like device has an open end a collar-shaped outwardly extending portion with means for radially stretching the collar and has an inner diameter which is sufficiently large to permit movement of a penis with respect to the protective device during coitus.

Abstract: An external male urinary catheter, generally in the form of a condom, molded to form accordion pleats running circumferentially of the sheath so as to enable the catheter to be telescopically folded, applied, and then expanded to connect to drainage tubing and further to a compressable collection receptacle in a manner that creates a negative pressure mechanism, the fixed flange of a supporting garment meshed with the corresponding flange of said catheter by a vulcanization process rendering the assembly virtually free of any constriction.

Abstract: A body worn urinary collection system for a male incontinent is disclosed. A reusable, generally moistureproof and pliable penile sheath is shaped as an open-ended sack, and is sized to loosely overfit the male organ. The sack includes an oversized, first resilient, outer ferrule rimming the sack's open end. The cooperation of the ferrule and a strap on the sheath secures the sheath to the male organ with a snug and comfortable dam against backflow and leakage. The sheath may also include a urine outlet proximate the closed sack end to be connected to a urine storage bag via a flexible drain tube. The urine storage bag may be body mounted and includes an outlet orifice with plug means to release the stored urine at a desired time.

Abstract: In an artificial vagina for use in animal artificial insemination that includes a tubular section with an intromission orifice, a thin, flexible plastic sheet liner of a generally cylindrical shape with an intromission opening and a collection chamber is insertable into the artificial vagina, and disposable after one use. A filter mounted on a ring is located within the liner at a reduced diameter portion located intermediate the collection chamber and the main portion of the liner. An external strap frictionally engages the ring to secure the filter.

Abstract: The present invention provides an external single-use, disposable male catheter, comprising: a pliable plastic container having a closed end and an opening so as to receive a fluid; methods for selectively closing and securing the catheter to male genitalia; an absorbent; and methods for promoting vapor exchange.

Abstract: The invention is generally accomplished by providing an absorbent pouch for the male genitalia that has a generally triangular opening wherein one side of the triangle is adapted to be worn flat against the upper genital region and the other two portions of the triangular opening extend into the crotch and meet behind the scrotum. The pouch extending downward from the triangular opening has sufficient capacity to comfortably contain the male genitalia, and the opening at the top is sufficient to allow air circulation. The allowance for air circulation decreases skin problems. The method for forming the device consists of folding a retangular sheet of composite material on a first fold line that is offset from the middle of the sheet. Next, the points forming the outer ends of the first fold line are folded toward each other so that they are adjacent. The newly formed edges are then folded inwardly toward each other a predetermined distance so as to form the generally triangular opening.

Abstract: The vexing problem of post-urinary drip in males can be solved by providing a loop means removably disposed around the scrotum, the loop means being located above the testicles. The loop means is attached to a slotted sheath of polymeric material which sheaths the penis in its normal or "rest" (non-erect) position; the loop and sheath may each be formed, integrally or separably, from an urine-absorbent ("u-a" for brevity) film of hydrophilic synthetic resinous material; or, the loop and sheath may each be formed from a natural fabric such as cotton, or a non-absorbent synthetic resinous material in which sheath a u-a liner means, preferably of polymeric material such as a monoolefinically unsaturated carboxylic acid-containing polymer is removably held. The hydrophilic polymer is formed from a block copolymer of sequences of acrylonitrile and sequences of a major portion of glutarimide units; or, a film formed from sequences of acrylonitrile and sequences of a major portion of acrylamide units.

Abstract: A safe, effective, sanitary device for draining of urine from a male patient which prevents spillage of the urine while preserving the comfort of the patient. The device is made of an elastomeric material which fits around the penis and leads to an exit tube which in turn leads to a suitable receptacle. The device is a vent critically located at a point close to the discharge from the penis and above the exit tube. The vent is covered with a membrane which permits the passage of air but prevents the passage of urine.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an incontinence shield for men, intended to embrace the penis.The invention is characterized in that the shield has a front-piece and a back-piece and a center-piece which is narrower in relation thereto;that the shield is arranged to embrace both the penis and the scrotum of the wearer;that to this end the back-piece has therein a recess extending from the end edge thereof;and in that wing-like portions formed on the back-piece by the recess on both sides thereof are arranged to be firmly clamped beneath the scrotum of the wearer, to hold the shield firmly in position.

Abstract: An external catheter, and the methods of making and using such a catheter, for a male urinary incontinence collection system, such system also including an adhesive attachment for holding the catheter in place. The catheter takes the form of a tubular sheath of thin elastic material having a cylindrical body section, a tapered neck section extending from the body section, and a reduced drainage tube section projecting from the neck section. Within the sheath, and constituting a unitary part thereof, is a tubular inner sleeve of soft elastic material having a distal end portion disposed within the neck section and a proximal end portion merging with the sheath's cylindrical body section. The sleeve tapers distally to define an annular space thereabout, and terminates in a reduced distal opening located at an intermediate point within the neck section.

Abstract: This invention is for method and apparatus for collecting seminal fluids from an animal and specifically for a breeding prototype with equipment and brackets which hold an artificial vagina in a position similar to the location of the vagina in a live female animal.

Abstract: There is disclosed a sanitary disposable sheath intended for wearing on the penis of males which is formed with a moisture absorbent pad to absorb excretions and urine. The sheath is intended for use by normal, healthy males and not as a prosthetic device, and a method of use is also disclosed and claimed. Preferably, the sheath is formed as a laminate of an outer moisture resistant sheath and an inner, coextensive, moisture permeable liner, with an intermediate moisture absorbent pad. The sheath is provided with either an elastic band closure about its neck, or Velcro type fabric attachment bands to retain it distally on a penis.

Abstract: A scrotum guard for male use comprises substantially identical side walls sealed along edges thereof to establish a sheath formed with an insertion opening. When the guard is in place by inserting the scrotum through the opening, the opening is firmly and gently clamped to grip the genitals by means of hook and loop fastening strips providing an infinitely adjustable fit. A series of elastic gatherers or pleats formed along an edge portion of the opening cooperate with the hook and loop fastening strips to improve retention of the guard in the protective position.

Abstract: An external male urinary drainage catheter combined with a collar for facilitating proper fitting of the catheter upon a patient, and the method of using such a catheter/collar combination, are disclosed. The catheter includes a cylindrical section rolled to form a torus that is supported by the collar prior to catheter application, a tapered neck section that extends through the open-ended collar, and an inner sleeve portion that is held in a stretched condition by the collar to help insure placement of the sleeve in sealing engagement with the glans of a patient's penis during the initial stage of catheter application.

Abstract: An improved external catheter for incontinent males. The external catheter consists of three interrelated components. A generally tubular sheath having a fluid drainage tube connection at one end and a reinforcing ring at the other is adapted to fit over the penis with the ring at the base of the penis. A frusto-conical seal of elastic material having a reinforcing ring at the base end is adapted to fit within the sheath with the ring at the base of the penis adjacent to the sheath ring. The wall of the frustom extends along the penis in snug engagement therewith. A nether garment to be worn by the patient has a penis-receiving hole surrounded by a pair of collars separated by a flange. A first collar extends exterior of the garment and a second collar is positioned adjacent the base of the penis. Each collar has a circular channel means with the channel opening extending outwardly away from the penis.

Abstract: The elastic sheath of a urinary collection device is more securely retained in place upon the penis of an incontinent patient by modifying the patient's penis by making an incision in the penis, implanting penile implants having expansible chambers and a self sealing tip in the corpora cavernosa of the penis, closing the incision and then periodically filling the chambers with fluid introduced through a cannula extending through the glans of the penis and the self sealing tip. The periodic addition of fluid to the chambers causes them to gradually expand and stretch the penile tissue until the penis is larger and firmer and will more securely retain the elastic sheath of the collection device. The implants are especially useful for patients having spinal cord injuries because the implants are soft and not rigid even when filled and therefore they are less likely to erode through the skin of the penis or the urethra.

Abstract: A condom comprises an elongated generally tubular member of thin, flexible material and having an elongated opening provided along at least a substantial portion of the length of the elongated tubular member so as to facilitate placing the elongated tubular member over a flaccid penis. The elongated tubular member may contain a plurality of compartments, each of which contains rheopexic material so that the condom stiffens in use. A slide fastener closure device is provided for closing the elongated opening after placing the condom on a flaccid penis. Further disclosed is an elongated generally tubular member containing rheopexic material for use as an implanted penile prosthesis which stiffens upon agitation.