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Intrauterine device saddle inserter
Assignee: AH Robins Co Inc
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Filing: 1971-10-07
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Granted: 1974-02-26
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Expires: 1991-10-07
Abstract
Abstract An improved inserter for an intrauterine contraceptive device, or IUD, comprising an elongated body having a saddle shaped IUD retainer at the outer end thereof to firmly retain the IUD on the inserter for proper, high fundal positioning of the IUD yet permit easy disengagement and withdrawal of the inserter after IUD positioning by rotation and withdrawal along a line coincident with the path of insertion.
Inventors
- 👤 I Lerner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 09:20
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F6/00; A61F6/06; A61F6/14; A61F6/148
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
149 words
In combination, an intrauterine device and an inserter for high fundal positioning thereof, said intrauterine device comprising perimetral ring means having an integral membrane formed thereacross so as to define at least an upper and a lower opening therein between portions of said perimetral ring means and membrane, said inserter comprising a body of extended length and releasable intrauterine device retention means adjacent one end thereof, said retention means comprising a reduced diameter neck extended therefrom, a saddle configured into a retention seat on the end of the neck, the saddle being arranged to engage a portion of said ring adjacent said upper opening and to disengage therefrom upon rotation of said body about its long axis with respect to said intrauterine device and a second seat formed at the junction of said neck and body, and arranged to support a portion of said ring adjacent said lower opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
149 words
In combination, an intrauterine device and an inserter for high fundal positioning thereof, said intrauterine device comprising perimetral ring means having an integral membrane formed thereacross so as to define at least an upper and a lower opening therein between portions of said perimetral ring means and membrane, said inserter comprising a body of extended length and releasable intrauterine device retention means adjacent one end thereof, said retention means comprising a reduced diameter neck extended therefrom, a saddle configured into a retention seat on the end of the neck, the saddle being arranged to engage a portion of said ring adjacent said upper opening and to disengage therefrom upon rotation of said body about its long axis with respect to said intrauterine device and a second seat formed at the junction of said neck and body, and arranged to support a portion of said ring adjacent said lower opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said saddle and second seat comprise upwardly facing surfaces arranged generally in parallel planes of curvature, and having terminal portions extending slightly beyond the edges of said intrauterine device being retained thereon.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
53 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said second seat is arranged to contact and support said intrauterine device lower opening ring portion only during insertion of the inserter and device into the female uterus, said second seat and saddle being spaced apart a distance greater than the major length of said intrauterine device.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
The combination of claim 1, wherein said intrauterine device further comprises removal means attached to a ring portion adjacent said upper opening for withdrawal of said intrauterine device after high fundal insertion.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
The combination of claim 4, wherein said removal means comprises an elongate cord having means adjacent a free end thereof indicating distance thereof from said ring portion adjacent said upper opening.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-02-25 | 1977-08-27 | 1978-02-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-02-25 | 1981-08-27 | 1982-02-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-02-25 | 1985-08-27 | 1986-02-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |