Disposable article having fecal component sensor

Details Disposable article having fecal component sensor Disposable article having fecal component sensor

1999-06-29

2002-06-04

Weiss, John G. (Department: 3761)

Surgery

Means and methods for collecting body fluids or waste material

Absorbent pad for external or internal application and...

C604S361000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06399853

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to disposable articles and, more particularly, to disposable articles having sensors adapted to detect and/or measure components of feces useful as health and/or nutritional indicators.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Today, disposable articles, such as diapers, adult incontinence briefs, sanitary napkins and tampons, are widely used in infant and toddler care and in the care of incontinent adults as a means of containing, isolating and disposing of bodily wastes. These articles have generally replaced reusable, washable cloth garments as the preferred means for these applications because of their convenience and reliability. The disposable articles respond to a defecation, urination or discharge event by absorbing or containing bodily wastes deposited on the article. Some disposable articles also signal a defecation, urination or discharge event after it has occurred (e.g., wetness indicators, temperature change detection). Other disposable absorbent articles known in the art comprise a chemically reactive means to detect various substances, such as pH or ions, in the wearer's urine. However, none of these specifically detect chemical components of the wearer's feces that function as markers for potential health issues and/or nutritional status. Additionally, the articles do not predict when a health or nutrition-related event is about to occur and signal wearer or caregiver that prophylactic or remedial action is required prior to the onset of clinically observable symptoms.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed to a disposable article that comprises a sensor adapted to detect one or more specific health and/or nutrition markers in the wearer's feces. The article may also signal the caretaker, the wearer, or an actuator of the occurrence or quantity of the marker.


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Dr. F. Steinhausler, Biotechnology II, Jun. 6, 2001, Paris Lodron University of Salzburg, Austria, p. 21.

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