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Ostomy Appliance Having Conductive Ink Circuit For Leakage Detection - EP3863575
The patent EP3863575 was granted to Hollister Incorporated on May 8, 2024. The application was filed on Oct 3, 2019 under application number EP19791093A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP3863575
- Application Number
- EP19791093A
- Filing Date
- Oct 3, 2019
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Apr 5, 2024
- Publication Date
- May 8, 2024
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
Patent Summary
An ostomy appliance with a conductive ink circuit for detecting leakage. The circuit is integrated into the appliance's skin barrier and detects changes in electrical resistance when the barrier's seal weakens, allowing fluid to escape. The appliance provides a notification to the user when leakage is detected, enabling early intervention to prevent exposure to the external environment.
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