HYDRO-BLOCK AIR VENT FEMALE EXTERNAL CATHETER AND METHOD OF USE

摘要

This invention is a device that utilizes hydro-block venting material in various external female catheter configurations to permit adequate airflow into the catheter thereby permitting efficient and complete drainage of urine away from the user following urination. In one embodiment the user's expelled urine is drawn away from the user by a pump means to a user selected storage means. In another embodiment gravity is utilized to draw the user's expelled urine away from the user to a user selected storage means. In another embodiment a comfort ring is attached to the device thereby reducing irritation and discomfort when the device is in place during use. An adhesive, garment or strap attachment means are disclosed as attachment means to secure the external female catheter to the user and prevent leakage.

主权项

1. A hydro-block air vent female external catheter comprised of:
an external catheter capable of covering the female genitalia and containing urine therein; an external catheter attachment means attached to the external catheter; a liquid blocking air vent attached to the external catheter wherein the liquid blocking air vent permits ambient air to enter into or escape from the external catheter and prevents liquid from escaping from within the external catheter; and a collection means attached to the external catheter wherein the collection means facilitates the passage of urine from the external catheter to a user selected disposal means.