US3990119A
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Scrotum sac
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-04-29
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Granted: 1976-11-09
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Expires: 1995-04-29
Abstract
Abstract A scrotum sac adapted to be removably mounted on a bed pan and the like. The sac includes a central support cup adapted to receive and protect the scrotum and male organs therein. A fastener structure extends from the cup and is adapted for removably mounting the sac on a bed pan.
Inventors
- 👤 Irene J. Barrett
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 10:57
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61G; A61G9/00; A61G9/003; A61F; A61F5/00; A61F5/40
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
83 words
A scrotum sac adapted to be removably mounted on a bed pan and the like comprising; a central support cup having a receptacle configuration which generally conforms to the scrotum and male organs, and fastening means extending from the cup for removably mounting the scrotum sac on a bed pan with the central support cup in position to surround and protect the scrotum and male organs from contaminating waste collected in the bed pan as it is being utilized by a male patient.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
83 words
A scrotum sac adapted to be removably mounted on a bed pan and the like comprising; a central support cup having a receptacle configuration which generally conforms to the scrotum and male organs, and fastening means extending from the cup for removably mounting the scrotum sac on a bed pan with the central support cup in position to surround and protect the scrotum and male organs from contaminating waste collected in the bed pan as it is being utilized by a male patient.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein the fastening means includes a pair of opposing arms extending from the central support cup and a fastener on each of the arms for attaching the arm to a bed pan.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention in accordance with claim 2 wherein the fastener is an adhesive surface on the end portion of each arm.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
The invention in accordance with claim 3 wherein a portion of each arm containing the adhesive is capable of being bent with respect to the remainder of the arm to facilitate mounting of the adhesive surface on a bed pan.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein a substantially horizontal flap extends from a portion of the lip of the central support cup.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein the central support cup has an open upper end.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein the scrotum sac is of a plastic material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention in accordance with claim 1 wherein the scrotum sac is integrally formed as part of a bed pan.
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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) | 1979-11-09 | 1980-05-10 | 1980-11-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-11-09 | 1984-05-10 | 1984-11-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-11-09 | 1988-05-10 | 1988-11-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |