US3561438A
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Gynaecological device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-07-11
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Granted: 1971-02-09
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Expires: 1988-07-11
Abstract
Abstract A gynecological device for birth control in the form of a resilient spiral filament the turns of which decrease in size from one end to the other to fit into the uterine cavity, the largest turn terminating in a bulged portion serving as a stop means for an instrument which assists the introduction of the device, the smallest turn terminating in a retaining cone which holds the device in position.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert Canel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 04:54
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F6/00; A61F6/06; A61F6/14; A61F6/142
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
A gynecological device comprising a resilient filament having the shape of a spiral, the turns of which decrease in size from one end to the other so as to fit into a space having the shape of a cone having a small angle at the apex, and wherein the largest turn terminates in a bulged portion serving as a stop means for an instrument which is utilized for the introduction of the device into the uterus cervix, the dimensions of the spiral being of the order of magnitude of those of a uterine cavity.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
A gynecological device comprising a resilient filament having the shape of a spiral, the turns of which decrease in size from one end to the other so as to fit into a space having the shape of a cone having a small angle at the apex, and wherein the largest turn terminates in a bulged portion serving as a stop means for an instrument which is utilized for the introduction of the device into the uterus cervix, the dimensions of the spiral being of the order of magnitude of those of a uterine cavity.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
49 words
A gynecological device according to claim 1, wherein the spiral terminates, on the side of the smallest turn, in a retaining cone having an extremely thin and flexible wall and suitable for fulfilling the role of a catch in the cervix, thus preventing the accidental ejection of the device.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-02-08 | 1974-08-10 | 1975-02-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-02-08 | 1978-08-10 | 1979-02-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-02-08 | 1982-08-10 | 1983-02-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |