Absorbent articles having a heterogeneous absorbent core for fecal fluid and urine containment

摘要

A heterogeneous absorbent core for use in absorbent articles includes a first zone optimized for absorbency of urine and a second zone optimized for absorbency of fecal fluids. The first zone is closer to the front of the core in the article, and includes a first superabsorbent material having a saline absorbency under load of at least about 20 grams/gram. The second zone is closer to the back of the core in the absorbent article, and includes a second superabsorbent material having a fecal fluid absorbency under load of at least about 15 grams/gram. A diaper, training pant, swim wear article and adult incontinence garment which incorporates the heterogeneous core are also provided.