Patent ID: 9186234
Filing Date: 2015-11-17
Classification: A61F,A61M,A63B

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for promoting urorectal organ emptying comprising: a funnel having an substantially oval-shaped rim, the rim having a ventral edge and a dorsal edge, wherein the rim defines a first opening, wherein the rim is proximate an upper portion of the funnel, wherein the upper portion is of a size and dimension to engage a woman's vulva and the first opening is disposed to circumscribe the woman's urethral opening when in use; a generally tapering funnel body extending away from the upper portion of the funnel; a second opening defined by the funnel body; a conduit defined by the funnel, the conduit connecting the first opening to the second opening so that urine may pass therethrough; a generally cylindrical lift portion having a size and dimension to fit into a woman's vaginal cavity and engage a vaginal wall therein, wherein the lift portion comprises a distal end, a proximal end, and a shaft portion therebetween, wherein the proximal end of the lift is attached proximate the dorsal edge of the rim, wherein the shaft portion extends outwardly from the proximal end, wherein the distal end is oriented to engage the vaginal wall to displace a prolapsed organ adjacent thereto when in use, wherein the lift portion comprises an arcuate segment, and wherein the distal end is shaped to engage the woman's anterior vaginal wall to promote displacement of a prolapsed urinary bladder, and the shaft portion is shaped to engage the woman's posterior vaginal wall for promoting displacement of a prolapsed rectum; and a hump on the proximal end of the lift portion that protrudes anteriorly to engage the vaginal wall when in use.