Patent ID: 6142928
Filing Date: 2000-11-07
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 being constructed from a fibrous material wherein said fibers do not absorb significant quantities of moisture within said fibers, said non-absorbent and said resilient member being formed into an elongated softwind having a first end and a second end, said softwind being folded upon itself such that said first and second ends are aligned adjacent to one another and said softwind contains at least two folds therebetween, said resilient member extending between at least two of said folds, 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 pledget to provide a supportive backdrop for a woman's urethra when inserted into a woman's vagina.