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Device for fixation of preparturient vaginal prolapse
Assignee: BERKUM WILMER T VAN
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Filing: 1973-10-10
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Granted: 1975-03-18
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Expires: 1993-10-10
Abstract
Abstract A device for fixation of preparturient vaginal prolapse in large animals consisting of a headed pin adapted to be inserted through the vaginal wall and exterior tissues and a washer-like member held in position on the outside so that the interior button will hold the vaginal wall in place during parturition.
Inventors
- 👤 Thomas P Johnson
- 👤 Berkum Wilmer T Van
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 05:00
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D9/00; A61D9/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
123 words
A device for fixation of preparturient vaginal prolapse in large animals comprising a pointed body member for insertion from the interior of the vagina through the walls thereof and tissues exterior thereof, said body member being formed to provide one sharp pointed end, button head means on said body member at the end opposite said pointed end adapted to support said vaginal walls, said body member being formed to provide a plurality of transverse holes therethrough adjacent said pointed end, washer means removably supported on said body member adapted to engage said exterior tissues, and pin means insertable in one of said holes to hold said washer means in place on said body member between said button head means and said one hole.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
123 words
A device for fixation of preparturient vaginal prolapse in large animals comprising a pointed body member for insertion from the interior of the vagina through the walls thereof and tissues exterior thereof, said body member being formed to provide one sharp pointed end, button head means on said body member at the end opposite said pointed end adapted to support said vaginal walls, said body member being formed to provide a plurality of transverse holes therethrough adjacent said pointed end, washer means removably supported on said body member adapted to engage said exterior tissues, and pin means insertable in one of said holes to hold said washer means in place on said body member between said button head means and said one hole.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The device of claim 1 in which said button head means is removably attached to said body member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
51 words
The device of claim 1 in which said body member is a composite member formed of an outer tubular member and an inner removable guide pin adapted to be removed before said washer means is fixed in place, said guide pin being longer than said tubular member and extending completely therethrough.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
58 words
The device of claim 2 in which said body member is a composite member formed of a tubular flexible body member and a stiffened pointed guide pin removably inserted into said body member, said guide pin being longer than said tubular member and extending completely therethrough, said pin means being insertable only when said guide pin is removed.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
The device of claim 1 in which said head means is formed with an opening therein embracing said body member and said body member is formed with a bulge at the end opposite said pointed end whereby the head is prevented from sliding off that end of said body member.
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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) | 1978-03-17 | 1978-09-16 | 1979-03-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-03-17 | 1982-09-16 | 1983-03-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-03-17 | 1986-09-16 | 1987-03-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |