US4241735A
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Ileostomy and colostomy plug
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-01-24
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Granted: 1980-12-30
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Expires: 2000-01-24
Abstract
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.
Inventors
- 👤 Merrill S. Chernov
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-22 23:49
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/44; A61F5/445
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
166 words
A closure appliance for an artificial human body bowel opening extending through the abdominal wall comprising: an elongated tubular plug having a roundedly pointed end for extending into the artificial bowel opening through the abdominal wall and into the intestinal lumen; the other end of said plug being an insertion means for the appliance; a hollow, inflatable, elastic balloon secured annularly therealong to and surrounding most of the outer periphery of said plug; said balloon having at least one conical surface which when inserted in said artificial opening and then inflated, forms a sealing engagement with the inner surface of said artificial opening; a hollow tube connected to and in communication with the interior of said balloon at a location adjacent said other end of said plug, the other end of said tube being removably connectable to an inflating means for said balloon; said tube additionally providing a withdrawal means for said appliance; whereby when said balloon is deflated, pulling the tube will remove said appliance.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
166 words
A closure appliance for an artificial human body bowel opening extending through the abdominal wall comprising: an elongated tubular plug having a roundedly pointed end for extending into the artificial bowel opening through the abdominal wall and into the intestinal lumen; the other end of said plug being an insertion means for the appliance; a hollow, inflatable, elastic balloon secured annularly therealong to and surrounding most of the outer periphery of said plug; said balloon having at least one conical surface which when inserted in said artificial opening and then inflated, forms a sealing engagement with the inner surface of said artificial opening; a hollow tube connected to and in communication with the interior of said balloon at a location adjacent said other end of said plug, the other end of said tube being removably connectable to an inflating means for said balloon; said tube additionally providing a withdrawal means for said appliance; whereby when said balloon is deflated, pulling the tube will remove said appliance.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
The closure appliance set forth in claim 1 wherein: said balloon when inflated comprises a figure eight configuration with said conical surface comprising one end of said figure eight configuration.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The closure appliance set forth in claim 1 wherein: said balloon comprises a cone shape configuration forming said conical surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
The closure appliance set forth in claim 1 wherein: said insertion means comprises a slot at, said other end of said plug for receiving a tool for aiding in the inserting of said plug and attached balloon within the body opening.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The closure appliance set forth in claim 1 wherein: the outer surface of said balloon is provided with a smooth soft surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
42 words
The closure appliance set forth in claim 2 wherein: said balloon when inflated comprising two conical configurations with said first conical configuration forming said first conical surface and said second conical configuration adapted to lie within said body opening for blockage thereof.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1983-12-30 | 1984-06-30 | 1984-12-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-12-30 | 1988-06-30 | 1988-12-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-12-30 | 1992-06-30 | 1992-12-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |