Patent ID: 6090038
Filing Date: 2000-07-18
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
A urinary incontinence device comprising:a) a resilient member; andb) a non-absorbent at least partially enclosing said resilient member, said non-absorbent and said resilient member being formed into an elongated softwind having a first end, a second end, a first portion located adjacent to said first end, a second portion located adjacent to said second end, and a third portion located between said first and second portions, said softwind being folded upon itself such that said first and second ends are aligned adjacent to one another and a closed loop is formed, said first and second portions being brought together to minimize said closed loop and said third portion is transformed into a dome shape, said softwind being compressed into an elongated pledget having an insertion end and a trailing end with said resilient member located at least in said insertion end and said resilient member capable of expanding at least a portion of said third portion to provide a supportive backdrop for a woman's urethra when inserted into a woman's vagina.