A61F

FILTERS IMPLANTABLE INTO BLOOD VESSELS

PROSTHESES

DEVICES PROVIDING PATENCY TO, OR PREVENTING COLLAPSING OF, TUBULAR STRUCTURES OF THE BODY, e.g. STENTS

ORTHOPAEDIC, NURSING OR CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES

FOMENTATION

TREATMENT OR PROTECTION OF EYES OR EARS

BANDAGES, DRESSINGS OR ABSORBENT PADS

FIRST-AID KITS dental prosthetics A61C

The following IPC groups are not in the CPC scheme. The subject matter for these IPC groups is classified in the following CPC groups:

A61F2/56

covered by

A61F2/54

A61F2/62

covered by

A61F2/60

A61F5/045

covered by

A61G13/12

A61F5/052

covered by

A61F5/05

A61F5/447

covered by

A61F5/445

A61F5/452

covered by

A61F5/451

A61F5/457

covered by

A61F5/451

A61F5/458

covered by

A61F5/451

A61F6/10

covered by

A61F6/08

A61F9/01

covered by A61F9/00802 - A61F9/00825

A61F9/011

covered by A61F9/00802 - A61F9/00825

A61F13/22

covered by

A61F13/206

A61F13/24

covered by

A61F13/2045

A61F13/30

covered by

A61F13/26

A61F13/32

covered by

A61F13/26

A61F13/40

covered by

A61M35/006

In this subclass non-limiting references (in the sense of paragraph 39 of the Guide to the IPC) may still be displayed in the scheme.

A61F2/00

Filters implantable into blood vessels

Prostheses, i.e. artificial substitutes or replacements for parts of the body

Appliances for connecting them with the body

Devices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents as cosmetic articles, see the relevant subclasses, e.g. wigs, hair pieces, A41G3/00, A41G5/00; artificial nails A45D31/00; dental prostheses A61C13/00; materials for prostheses A61L27/00; artificial hearts A61M60/00; artificial kidneys A61M1/14

A61F2/0004

Closure means for urethra or rectum, i.e. anti-incontinence devices or support slings against pelvic prolapse

A61F2/0009

placed in or outside the body opening close to the surface of the body plugging an opening in the wall of a hollow or tubular organ A61B17/0057

A61F2/0013

inflatable

A61F2/0018

magnetic

A61F2/0022

placed deep in the body opening occluding blood vessels by internal devices A61B17/12022

A61F2/0027

inflatable

A61F2/0031

for constricting the lumen; Support slings for the urethra

A61F2/0036

implantable A61F2/0018 takes precedence

A61F2/004

inflatable

A61F2/0045

Support slings

A61F2/005

with pressure applied to urethra by an element placed in the vagina

A61F2/0054

with pressure applied to urethra by an element placed around the penis, e.g. penis clamp

A61F2/0059

Cosmetic or alloplastic implants A61F2/10 - A61F2/16, A61F2/28 take precedence

A61F2/0063

Implantable repair or support meshes, e.g. hernia meshes

A61F2002/0068

having a special mesh pattern

A61F2002/0072

Delivery tools therefor

A61F2/0077

Special surfaces of prostheses, e.g. for improving ingrowth A61F2/30767 takes precedence

A61F2002/0081

directly machined on the prosthetic surface, e.g. holes, grooves A61F2/30771 takes precedence

A61F2002/0086

for preferentially controlling or promoting the growth of specific types of cells or tissues of bone tissue onto implantable joints A61F2002/3093

A61F2002/009

for hindering or preventing attachment of biological tissue of bone tissue onto implantable joints A61F2002/30932

A61F2002/0091

Having cellular growth inhibitors

A61F2/0095

Packages or dispensers for prostheses or other implants for intraocular lenses A61F2/1691; for dental surgery A61C19/02

A61F2/01

Filters implantable into blood vessels

A61F2/0103

With centering means

A61F2/0105

Open ended, i.e. legs gathered only at one side

A61F2/0108

Both ends closed, i.e. legs gathered at both ends

A61F2/011

Instruments for their placement or removal

A61F2/012

Multiple filtering units

A61F2/013

Distal protection devices, i.e. devices placed distally in combination with another endovascular procedure, e.g. angioplasty or stenting

A61F2/014

Retrograde blood flow filters, i.e. device inserted against the blood flow direction

A61F2002/015

Stop means therefor

A61F2002/016

made from wire-like elements

A61F2002/018

made from tubes or sheets of material, e.g. by etching or laser-cutting

A61F2/02

Prostheses implantable into the body

closure means for urethra or rectum or for artificial body openings therefor A61F2/0004

A61F2/022

Artificial gland structures using bioreactors hemodialysis A61M1/16; hemofiltration A61M1/34; other extracorporeal blood treatment A61M1/36

A61F2/04

Hollow or tubular parts of organs, e.g. bladders, tracheae, bronchi or bile ducts A61F2/18, A61F2/20 take precedence; devices, other than stent-grafts, providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body other than stent-grafts, e.g. stents A61F2/82; instruments specially adapted for placement or removal of stents or stent-grafts A61F2/95

A61F2002/041

Bile ducts

A61F2/042

Urinary bladders

A61F2002/043

Bronchi

A61F2002/044

Oesophagi or esophagi or gullets

A61F2002/045

Stomach, intestines

A61F2002/046

Tracheae

A61F2002/047

Urethrae

A61F2002/048

Ureters

A61F2/06

Blood vessels

A61F2002/061

provided with means for allowing access to secondary lumens

A61F2/062

Apparatus for the production of blood vessels made from natural tissue or with layers of living cells prostheses made from natural tissue or living cells A61L27/507

A61F2/064

with special features to facilitate anastomotic coupling anastomosis of natural blood vessels A61B17/11

A61F2002/065

Y-shaped blood vessels

A61F2002/067

modular

A61F2002/068

Modifying the blood flow model, e.g. by diffuser or deflector

A61F2/07

Stent-grafts

A61F2002/072

Encapsulated stents, e.g. wire or whole stent embedded in lining

A61F2002/075

the stent being loosely attached to the graft material, e.g. by stitching

A61F2002/077

having means to fill the space between stent-graft and aneurysm wall, e.g. a sleeve

A61F2/08

Muscles

Tendons

Ligaments

sutures A61B17/04

A61F2/0805

Implements for inserting tendons or ligaments

A61F2/0811

Fixation devices for tendons or ligaments

A61F2002/0817

Structure of the anchor

A61F2002/0823

Modular anchors comprising a plurality of separate parts

A61F2002/0829

without deformation of anchor parts, e.g. fixation screws on bone surface, extending barbs, cams, butterflies, spring-loaded pins

A61F2002/0835

with deformation of anchor parts, e.g. expansion of dowel by set screw

A61F2002/0841

Longitudinal channel for insertion tool running through the whole tendon anchor, e.g. for accommodating bone drill, guidewire

A61F2002/0847

Mode of fixation of anchor to tendon or ligament

A61F2002/0852

Fixation of a loop or U-turn, e.g. eyelets, anchor having multiple holes

A61F2002/0858

Fixation of tendon or ligament between anchor and bone, e.g. interference screws, wedges

A61F2002/0864

Fixation of tendon or ligament between anchor elements, e.g. by additional screws in the anchor, anchor crimped around tendon

A61F2002/087

Anchor integrated into tendons, e.g. bone blocks, integrated rings

A61F2002/0876

Position of anchor in respect to the bone

A61F2002/0882

Anchor in or on top of a bone tunnel, i.e. a hole running through the entire bone

A61F2002/0888

Anchor in or on a blind hole or on the bone surface without formation of a tunnel

A61F2002/0894

Muscles non-implantable A61F2002/5066

A61F2/10

Hair or skin implants

A61F2/105

Skin implants, e.g. artificial skin

A61F2/12

Mammary prostheses and implants

A61F2/14

Eye parts, e.g. lenses, corneal implants;

Implanting instruments specially adapted therefor

Artificial eyes

A61F2/141

Artificial eyes

A61F2/142

Cornea, e.g. artificial corneae, keratoprostheses or corneal implants for repair of defective corneal tissue

A61F2/145

Corneal inlays, onlays, or lenses for refractive correction

A61F2/1451

Inlays or onlays

A61F2/1453

Corneal lenses connected to distinct attachment means

A61F2/147

Implants to be inserted in the stroma for refractive correction, e.g. ring-like implants

A61F2/148

Implantation instruments specially adapted therefor

A61F2/15

Implant having one or more holes, e.g. for nutrient transport, for facilitating handling

A61F2/16

Intraocular lenses

A61F2/1601

Lens body having features to facilitate aqueous fluid flow across the intraocular lens, e.g. for pressure equalization or nutrient delivery

A61F2/16015

Lens having spacers for providing a gap between the posterior capsule and a posterior surface of the intraocular lens

A61F2/1602

Corrective lenses for use in addition to the natural lenses of the eyes or for pseudo-phakic eyes

A61F2/1605

Anterior chamber lenses for use in addition to the natural lenses of the eyes, e.g. iris fixated, iris floating

A61F2/1608

Iris fixated, e.g. by clamping iris tissue, by suturing to the iris

A61F2/161

Posterior chamber lenses for use in addition to the natural lenses of the eyes

A61F2/1613

having special lens configurations, e.g. multipart lenses; having particular optical properties, e.g. pseudo-accommodative lenses, lenses having aberration corrections, diffractive lenses, lenses for variably absorbing electromagnetic radiation, lenses having variable focus

A61F2/1616

Pseudo-accommodative, e.g. multifocal or enabling monovision

A61F2/1618

Multifocal lenses

A61F2/1621

enabling correction for monovision

A61F2/1624

having adjustable focus; power activated variable focus means, e.g. mechanically or electrically by the ciliary muscle or from the outside

A61F2/1627

for changing index of refraction, e.g. by external means or by tilting

A61F2/1629

for changing longitudinal position, i.e. along the visual axis when implanted

A61F2/1632

for changing radial position, i.e. perpendicularly to the visual axis when implanted

A61F2/1635

for changing shape

A61F2/1637

Correcting aberrations caused by inhomogeneities; correcting intrinsic aberrations, e.g. of the cornea, of the surface of the natural lens, aspheric, cylindrical, toric lenses

A61F2/164

Aspheric lenses

A61F2/1643

Cylindrical lenses

A61F2/1645

Toric lenses

A61F2/1648

Multipart lenses

A61F2/1651

Multipart lenses comprising a telescope

A61F2/1654

Diffractive lenses

A61F2/1656

Fresnel lenses, prisms or plates

A61F2/1659

having variable absorption coefficient for electromagnetic radiation, e.g. photochromic lenses

A61F2/1662

Instruments for inserting intraocular lenses into the eye

A61F2/1664

for manual insertion during surgery, e.g. forceps-like instruments

A61F2/1667

with rotatable plungers

A61F2/167

with pushable plungers

A61F2/1672

with a two-stage plunger, e.g. rotatable and pushable or rotatable at different speeds

A61F2/1675

with a lubricated inner surface, e.g. the lubricant being coated on the inner surface or being injected through a port

A61F2/1678

with a separate cartridge or other lens setting part for storage of a lens, e.g. preloadable for shipping

A61F2002/1681

having supporting structure for lens, e.g. haptics

A61F2002/1682

having mechanical force transfer mechanism to the lens, e.g. for accommodating lenses

A61F2002/1683

having filiform haptics

A61F2002/1686

Securing a filiform haptic to a lens body

A61F2002/1689

having plate-haptics

A61F2002/169

Surrounding optic

A61F2002/16901

Supporting structure conforms to shape of capsular bag

A61F2002/16902

Separable from intraocular lens

A61F2002/16903

Having means to temporarily stabilize haptic

A61F2002/16905

Having means on lens to reduce overall dimension of lens for insertion into small incision

A61F2002/169051

Segmented zones

A61F2002/169052

Segments slide

A61F2002/169053

Segments fold

A61F2/1691

Packages or dispensers for intraocular lenses for contact lenses A45C11/005

A61F2/1694

Capsular bag spreaders therefor

A61F2002/1696

Having structure for blocking or reducing amount of light transmitted, e.g. glare reduction

A61F2002/16965

Lens includes ultraviolet absorber

A61F2002/1699

Additional features not otherwise provided for

A61F2/18

Internal ear or nose parts, e.g. ear-drums

implants for middle ear ventilation or drainage A61F11/202

A61F2002/183

Ear parts

A61F2/186

Nose parts

A61F2/20

Epiglottis

Larynxes

Tracheae combined with larynxes or for use therewith tracheae, bronchi per se

A61F2/04

; tracheostomy tubes A61M16/0465

A61F2/203

comprising an air passage from trachea to oesophagus or to pharynx; Artificial epiglottis

A61F2002/206

Speech aids with external actuators, e.g. electrical larynxes

A61F2/24

Heart valves

; Vascular valves, e.g. venous valves; Heart implants, e.g. passive devices for improving the function of the native valve or the heart muscle; Transmyocardial revascularisation [TMR] devices; Valves implantable in the body

A61F2/2403

with pivoting rigid closure members check valves with hinged closure members in general F16K15/03

A61F2/2406

without fixed axis

A61F2/2409

Support rings therefor, e.g. for connecting valves to tissue annuloplasty rings A61F2/2442

A61F2/2412

with soft flexible valve members, e.g. tissue valves shaped like natural valves check valves with flexible valve members in general F16K15/14

A61F2/2415

Manufacturing methods

A61F2/2418

Scaffolds therefor, e.g. support stents

A61F2/2421

with non-pivoting rigid closure members

A61F2/2424

Ball valves

A61F2/2427

Devices for manipulating or deploying heart valves during implantation

A61F2/243

Deployment by mechanical expansion

A61F2/2433

using balloon catheter

A61F2/2436

Deployment by retracting a sheath

A61F2/2439

Expansion controlled by filaments

A61F2/2442

Annuloplasty rings or inserts for correcting the valve shape; Implants for improving the function of a native heart valve

A61F2/2445

Annuloplasty rings in direct contact with the valve annulus

A61F2/2448

D-shaped rings

A61F2/2451

Inserts in the coronary sinus for correcting the valve shape

A61F2/2454

Means for preventing inversion of the valve leaflets, e.g. chordae tendineae prostheses

A61F2/2457

Chordae tendineae prostheses

A61F2/246

Devices for obstructing a leak through a native valve in a closed condition

A61F2/2463

Implants forming part of the valve leaflets

A61F2/2466

Delivery devices therefor

A61F2/2469

with resilient valve members, e.g. conical spiral

A61F2/2472

Devices for testing

A61F2/2475

Venous valves

A61F2/2476

Valves implantable in the body not otherwise provided for

A61F2/2478

Passive devices for improving the function of the heart muscle, i.e. devices for reshaping the external surface of the heart, e.g. bags, strips or bands

A61F2/2481

Devices outside the heart wall, e.g. bags, strips or bands

A61F2002/2484

Delivery devices therefor

A61F2/2487

Devices within the heart chamber, e.g. splints

A61F2002/249

Device completely embedded in the heart wall

A61F2/2493

Transmyocardial revascularisation [TMR] devices

A61F2/2496

Devices for determining the dimensions of the prosthetic valve to be implanted, e.g. templates, sizers

A61F2/26

Penis implants

A61F2/28

Bones joints A61F2/30

A61F2/2803

for mandibular reconstruction temporo-mandibular joints A61F2/3099; bone plates for the jaw A61B17/8071

A61F2002/2807

Chin implants

A61F2/2814

Bone stump caps

A61F2002/2817

Bone stimulation by chemical reactions or by osteogenic or biological products for enhancing ossification, e.g. by bone morphogenetic or morphogenic proteins [BMP] or by transforming growth factors [TGF]

A61F2002/2821

Bone stimulation by electromagnetic fields or electric current for enhancing ossification

A61F2002/2825

Femur

A61F2002/2828

Femoral head

A61F2002/2832

Femoral neck

A61F2002/2835

Bone graft implants for filling a bony defect or an endoprosthesis cavity, e.g. by synthetic material or biological material

A61F2002/2839

Bone plugs or bone graft dowels

A61F2/2846

Support means for bone substitute or for bone graft implants, e.g. membranes or plates for covering bone defects nets or sleeves applied to surface of endoprostheses A61F2/30907; bone plates A61B17/80; bone regeneration in dental surgery A61C8/0006

A61F2002/285

Fixation appliances for attaching bone substitute support means to underlying bone

A61F2002/2853

Humerus

A61F2/2857

for cadavers devices for autopsy A61B16/00

A61F2002/286

Bone stimulation by mechanical vibrations for enhancing ossification

A61F2002/2864

by ultrasonic or acoustic vibrations

A61F2002/2871

Radius

A61F2/2875

Skull or cranium A61F2/2803 and A61F2/3099 take precedence

A61F2002/2878

for orbital repair

A61F2002/2882

Malar or zygomatic implants

A61F2002/2885

Paranasal implants

A61F2002/2889

Maxillary, premaxillary or molar implants

A61F2002/2892

Tibia

A61F2002/2896

Ulna

A61F2/30

Joints

A61F2002/30001

Additional features of subject-matter classified in A61F2/28, A61F2/30 and subgroups thereof

A61F2002/30003

Material related properties of the prosthesis or of a coating on the prosthesis

A61F2002/30004

the prosthesis being made from materials having different values of a given property at different locations within the same prosthesis

A61F2002/30006

differing in density or specific weight

A61F2002/30009

differing in fibre orientations

A61F2002/30011

differing in porosity

A61F2002/30014

differing in elasticity, stiffness or compressibility

A61F2002/30016

differing in hardness, e.g. Vickers, Shore, Brinell

A61F2002/30019

differing in mechanical expandability, e.g. in mechanical, self- or balloon expandability

A61F2002/30021

differing in brittleness

A61F2002/30023

differing in viscosity

A61F2002/30024

differing in coefficient of friction

A61F2002/30026

differing in wear resistance

A61F2002/30028

differing in tissue ingrowth capacity, e.g. made from both ingrowth-promoting and ingrowth-preventing parts

A61F2002/30031

differing in wettability, e.g. in hydrophilic or hydrophobic behaviours

A61F2002/30032

differing in absorbability or resorbability, i.e. in absorption or resorption time

A61F2002/30036

differing in release or diffusion time

A61F2002/30037

differing in coefficient of thermal expansion or dila(ta)tion

A61F2002/30039

differing in shape-memory transition temperatures, e.g. in martensitic transition temperature or in austenitic transition temperature

A61F2002/30041

differing in hardening time

A61F2002/30042

made from both cured and uncured parts

A61F2002/30044

differing in melting temperature

A61F2002/30046

differing in thermal conductivity

A61F2002/30051

differing in corrosion resistance

A61F2002/30052

differing in electric or magnetic properties

A61F2002/30056

differing in radiographic density

A61F2002/30057

made from both cortical and cancellous adjacent parts

A61F2002/30059

differing in bone mineralization, e.g. made from both mineralized and demineralized adjacent parts

A61F2002/3006

Properties of materials and coating materials

A61F2002/30062

(bio)absorbable, biodegradable, bioerodable, (bio)resorbable, resorptive

A61F2002/30064

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of biodegradable material

A61F2002/30065

thermoplastic, i.e. softening or fusing when heated, and hardening and becoming rigid again when cooled

A61F2002/30067

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of thermoplastic material

A61F2002/30069

elastomeric

A61F2002/3007

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of elastic material, e.g. of elastomer

A61F2002/30072

Coating made of plastically deformable or self-moulding material

A61F2002/30074

stretchable

A61F2002/30075

swellable, e.g. when wetted

A61F2002/30077

shrinkable

A61F2002/30079

magnetic

A61F2002/3008

radio-opaque, e.g. radio-opaque markers

A61F2002/30082

radioactive

A61F2002/30084

Materials having a crystalline structure

A61F2002/30087

piezoelectric

A61F2002/30088

Phase change materials [PCM], e.g. for storing latent heat

A61F2002/3009

Transparent or translucent

A61F2002/30092

using shape memory or superelastic materials, e.g. nitinol

A61F2002/30107

using materials or accessories for preventing galvanic or electrolytic corrosion

A61F2002/30108

Shapes

A61F2002/3011

Cross-sections or two-dimensional shapes

A61F2002/30112

Rounded shapes, e.g. with rounded corners

A61F2002/30113

circular

A61F2002/30115

circular-O-shaped

A61F2002/30116

partial circles, i.e. circular segments

A61F2002/30118

concentric circles

A61F2002/3012

intersecting circles

A61F2002/30121

with lobes

A61F2002/30123

with two diametrically opposed lobes

A61F2002/30125

elliptical or oval

A61F2002/30126

oval-O-shaped

A61F2002/30128

concentric ellipses

A61F2002/3013

figure-"8"- or hourglass-shaped

A61F2002/30131

horseshoe- or crescent- or C-shaped or U-shaped

A61F2002/30133

kidney-shaped or bean-shaped

A61F2002/30136

undulated or wavy, e.g. serpentine-shaped or zigzag-shaped

A61F2002/30138

Convex polygonal shapes

A61F2002/3014

decagonal

A61F2002/30141

dodecagonal

A61F2002/30143

hexagonal

A61F2002/30146

octagonal

A61F2002/30148

lozenge- or diamond-shaped

A61F2002/30149

pentagonal

A61F2002/30151

rhomboidal or parallelogram-shaped

A61F2002/30153

rectangular

A61F2002/30154

square

A61F2002/30156

triangular

A61F2002/30158

trapezoidal

A61F2002/30159

Concave polygonal shapes

A61F2002/30161

arrow-shaped

A61F2002/30164

dovetail-shaped

A61F2002/30166

H-shaped or I-shaped

A61F2002/30168

L-shaped

A61F2002/30169

Pi-shaped

A61F2002/30171

rosette- or star-shaped

A61F2002/30172

T-shaped

A61F2002/30176

V-shaped

A61F2002/30177

W-shaped, M-shaped or sigma shaped

A61F2002/30179

X-shaped

A61F2002/30181

Y-shaped

A61F2002/30182

Other shapes

A61F2002/30187

D-shaped or half-disc-shaped

A61F2002/30189

E-shaped or epsilon-shaped

A61F2002/30191

heart-shaped

A61F2002/30192

J-shaped

A61F2002/30196

Psi-shaped or fork-shaped

A61F2002/30197

Omega-shaped

A61F2002/30199

Three-dimensional shapes

A61F2002/302

toroidal, e.g. rings

A61F2002/30202

half-tores

A61F2002/30205

conical

A61F2002/30207

Double convex cones, i.e. element having two convex cones, one at each of its opposite ends

A61F2002/30209

Cones of elliptical or oval basis

A61F2002/3021

frustoconical

A61F2002/30212

Half-cones

A61F2002/30214

having tapered sections of different conicities

A61F2002/30215

Stepped cones, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30217

hollow cones, e.g. tubular-like cones

A61F2002/30224

cylindrical

A61F2002/30225

Flat cylinders, i.e. discs

A61F2002/30227

arched, domed or vaulted

A61F2002/30228

Cylinders of elliptical or oval basis

A61F2002/3023

wedge-shaped cylinders

A61F2002/30232

Half-cylinders

A61F2002/30233

Stepped cylinders, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30235

tubular, e.g. sleeves

A61F2002/30237

partial tubes

A61F2002/30242

spherical

A61F2002/30243

the overall spherical surface being composed of a plurality of adjacent circular or polygonal segments, e.g. football-like shaped

A61F2002/30245

Partial spheres

A61F2002/30252

quadric-shaped

A61F2002/30253

ellipsoidal or ovoid

A61F2002/30255

hyperboloidal

A61F2002/30257

paraboloidal

A61F2002/30258

elliptic paraboloid

A61F2002/30261

parallelepipedal

A61F2002/30263

cubical

A61F2002/30265

Flat parallelepipeds

A61F2002/30266

wedge-shaped parallelepipeds

A61F2002/30273

pyramidal

A61F2002/30275

tetrahedral, i.e. having a triangular basis

A61F2002/30276

frustopyramidal

A61F2002/3028

polyhedral different from parallelepipedal and pyramidal

A61F2002/30281

wedge-shaped

A61F2002/30285

rugby-ball-shaped

A61F2002/30286

barrel-shaped

A61F2002/30288

bottle-shaped

A61F2002/30289

helically-coiled

A61F2002/30291

spirally-coiled, i.e. having a 2D spiral cross-section

A61F2002/30293

Cylindrical body made by spirally rolling up a sheet or a strip around itself

A61F2002/30294

Conical or frustoconical body made by spirally rolling up a sheet or a strip around itself

A61F2002/30298

Parallelepipedal body made by spirally rolling up a sheet or a strip around itself

A61F2002/30299

umbrella-shaped or mushroom-shaped

A61F2002/30301

saddle-shaped

A61F2002/30303

polypod-shaped

A61F2002/30304

nose-shaped

A61F2002/30306

harpoon-shaped

A61F2002/30308

banana-shaped

A61F2002/30309

hat-shaped or bell-shaped

A61F2002/30313

pear-shaped

A61F2002/30316

The prosthesis having different structural features at different locations within the same prosthesis; Connections between prosthetic parts; Special structural features of bone or joint prostheses not otherwise provided for

A61F2002/30317

The prosthesis having different structural features at different locations within the same prosthesis

A61F2002/30319

differing in moment of inertia

A61F2002/30321

differing in roughness

A61F2002/30322

differing in surface structures

A61F2002/30324

differing in thickness

A61F2002/30326

differing in height or in length

A61F2002/30327

differing in diameter

A61F2002/30329

Connections or couplings between prosthetic parts, e.g. between modular parts; Connecting elements

A61F2002/30331

made by longitudinally pushing a protrusion into a complementarily-shaped recess, e.g. held by friction fit

A61F2002/30332

Conically- or frustoconically-shaped protrusion and recess

A61F2002/30334

Cone of elliptical or oval basis

A61F2002/30336

Stepped cones, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30337

Inverted concave conical connections, e.g. for opposing disconnection

A61F2002/30339

Double cones, i.e. connecting element having two conical connections, one at each of its opposite ends

A61F2002/30345

Multiple conical connection, i.e. the protrusion and recess having several tapered sections of different complementary conicities

A61F2002/30349

the male and female complementary cones being of different conicities, i.e. for reducing the contact area

A61F2002/3035

the male convex cone having an inner female concave taper

A61F2002/30352

Protrusion and recess of D-shaped cross-section

A61F2002/30354

Cylindrically-shaped protrusion and recess, e.g. cylinder of circular basis

A61F2002/30355

Cylinder of elliptical or oval basis

A61F2002/30357

Stepped cylinders, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30359

Pyramidally- or frustopyramidally-shaped protrusion and recess

A61F2002/3036

Protrusion and recess of kidney-shaped cross-section

A61F2002/30362

with possibility of relative movement between the protrusion and the recess

A61F2002/30364

Rotation about the common longitudinal axis

A61F2002/30365

with additional means for limiting said rotation

A61F2002/30367

with additional means for preventing said rotation

A61F2002/30369

Limited lateral translation of the protrusion within a larger recess

A61F2002/3037

Translation along the common longitudinal axis, e.g. piston

A61F2002/30372

with additional means for limiting said translation

A61F2002/30373

with additional means for preventing said translation

A61F2002/30375

with an intermediate bushing or sleeve between the moving parts

A61F2002/30378

Spherically-shaped protrusion and recess

A61F2002/30383

made by laterally inserting a protrusion, e.g. a rib into a complementarily-shaped groove

A61F2002/30385

the rib and groove having non-parallel, e.g. conically-tapered, cooperating sides, e.g. having a trapezoidal front cross-section

A61F2002/30387

Dovetail connection

A61F2002/3039

with possibility of relative movement of the rib within the groove

A61F2002/30392

Rotation

A61F2002/30393

with additional means for limiting said rotation

A61F2002/30395

with additional means for preventing or locking said rotation

A61F2002/30397

Limited lateral translation of the rib within a larger groove

A61F2002/30398

Sliding

A61F2002/304

with additional means for limiting said sliding

A61F2002/30401

with additional means for preventing or locking said sliding

A61F2002/30403

Longitudinally-oriented cooperating ribs and grooves on mating lateral surfaces of a mainly longitudinal connection

A61F2002/30405

made by screwing complementary threads machined on the parts themselves

A61F2002/30406

Threads machined on spherical, e.g. hemispherical, surfaces

A61F2002/30408

Conical threadings

A61F2002/3041

having threaded portions of different pitches

A61F2002/30411

having two threaded end parts connected by a threaded central part with opposite threads at its opposite ends, i.e. for adjusting the distance between both end parts by rotating the central part

A61F2002/30413

having threads of increasing height or depth

A61F2002/3042

with a pin cooperating with a helical groove

A61F2002/30421

Rounded threads

A61F2002/30425

Square threads

A61F2002/30426

Bayonet coupling

A61F2002/30428

made by inserting a protrusion into a slot

A61F2002/30429

made by inserting a hook into a cooperating slot

A61F2002/30431

made by first pushing a necked button longitudinally and then sliding it laterally within a keyhole slot

A61F2002/30433

using additional screws, bolts, dowels, rivets or washers e.g. connecting screws

A61F2002/30448

using adhesives

A61F2002/30449

the adhesive being cement

A61F2002/30451

soldered or brazed or welded

A61F2002/30459

stapled

A61F2002/30461

sutured, ligatured or stitched

A61F2002/30462

retained or tied with a rope, string, thread, wire or cable

A61F2002/30467

using hook and loop-type fasteners

A61F2002/30469

using band clamps

A61F2002/30471

connected by a hinged linkage mechanism, e.g. of the single-bar or multi-bar linkage type

A61F2002/30474

using an intermediate sleeve interposed between both prosthetic parts to be coupled

A61F2002/30476

locked by an additional locking mechanism

A61F2002/30477

using sharp protrusions, e.g. spikes, for anchoring into connecting prosthetic part

A61F2002/30479

using a locking ball

A61F2002/30481

using a locking clip

A61F2002/30482

using a locking cam

A61F2002/30484

Mechanically expandable devices located on the first prosthetic part for locking into or onto the second prosthetic part

A61F2002/30485

plastically deformable

A61F2002/30487

Circumferential cooperating grooves and beads on cooperating lateral surfaces of a mainly longitudinal connection

A61F2002/3049

using a slidable sleeve covering the connection

A61F2002/30492

using a locking pin

A61F2002/30494

Cooperating protrusions and recesses, e.g. radial serrations, located on abutting end surfaces of a longitudinal connection

A61F2002/30495

using a locking ring

A61F2002/305

Snap connection

A61F2002/30505

spring biased

A61F2002/30507

using a threaded locking member, e.g. a locking screw or a set screw

A61F2002/30514

using a locking washer

A61F2002/30515

using a locking wedge or block

A61F2002/30517

using a locking plate

A61F2002/30518

with possibility of relative movement between the prosthetic parts

A61F2002/3052

unrestrained in only one direction, e.g. moving unidirectionally

A61F2002/30522

releasable, e.g. using a releasable ratchet

A61F2002/30523

by means of meshing gear teeth

A61F2002/30525

Worm gears

A61F2002/30528

Means for limiting said movement

A61F2002/3053

having additional means for preventing unwanted connections

A61F2002/30535

Special structural features of bone or joint prostheses not otherwise provided for

A61F2002/30537

adjustable

A61F2002/30538

for adjusting angular orientation

A61F2002/3054

about a connection axis or implantation axis for selecting any one of a plurality of radial orientations between two modular parts, e.g. Morse taper connections, at discrete positions, angular positions or continuous positions

A61F2002/30545

for adjusting a diameter

A61F2002/30546

for adjusting elasticity, flexibility, spring rate or mechanical tension

A61F2002/30548

for adjusting fluid pressure

A61F2002/3055

for adjusting length

A61F2002/30553

for adjusting a position by translation along an axis

A61F2002/30555

along two perpendicular axes

A61F2002/30556

for adjusting thickness

A61F2002/30558

Force-limiting means

A61F2002/30561

breakable or frangible

A61F2002/30563

having elastic means or damping means, different from springs, e.g. including an elastomeric core or shock absorbers

A61F2002/30565

having spring elements

A61F2002/30566

Helical springs

A61F2002/30568

Multiple spring systems including two or more helical springs

A61F2002/30571

Leaf springs

A61F2002/30573

2-D spiral springs

A61F2002/30574

with an integral complete or partial collar or flange

A61F2002/30576

with extending fixation tabs

A61F2002/30578

having apertures, e.g. for receiving fixation screws

A61F2002/30579

with mechanically expandable devices, e.g. fixation devices

A61F2002/30581

having a pocket filled with fluid, e.g. liquid

A61F2002/30583

filled with hardenable fluid, e.g. curable in-situ

A61F2002/30584

filled with gas

A61F2002/30586

having two or more inflatable pockets or chambers

A61F2002/30588

filled with solid particles

A61F2002/30589

Sealing means

A61F2002/30593

hollow

A61F2002/30594

slotted, e.g. radial or meridian slot ending in a polar aperture, non-polar slots, horizontal or arcuate slots

A61F2002/30599

stackable

A61F2002/30601

telescopic

A61F2002/30602

Shaft made of a bundle of anchoring rods or bristles, e.g. fasciculate shaft

A61F2002/30604

modular

A61F2002/30606

Sets comprising both cemented and non-cemented endoprostheses

A61F2002/30607

Kits of prosthetic parts to be assembled in various combinations for forming different prostheses

A61F2002/30609

Sets comprising both coated and non-coated endoprostheses

A61F2002/30614

Sets comprising both primary and revision endoprostheses

A61F2002/30616

Sets comprising a plurality of prosthetic parts of different sizes or orientations

A61F2002/30617

Visible markings for adjusting, locating or measuring

A61F2002/30621

Features concerning the anatomical functioning or articulation of the prosthetic joint

A61F2002/30622

Implant for fusing a joint or bone material

A61F2002/30624

Hinged joint, e.g. with transverse axle restricting the movement

A61F2002/30632

with rotation-limiting stops, e.g. projections or recesses

A61F2002/30634

biaxial

A61F2002/30635

Cardan or gimbal joints

A61F2002/30639

having rolling elements between both articulating surfaces

A61F2002/30642

having a single rolling (or sliding) ball articulating between two cups

A61F2002/30647

Joints made of two toroidal rings engaged together

A61F2002/30649

Ball-and-socket joints

A61F2002/3065

Details of the ball-shaped head

A61F2002/30652

Special cut-outs, e.g. flat or grooved cut-outs

A61F2002/30654

Details of the concave socket

A61F2002/30655

Non-spherical concave inner surface

A61F2002/30657

made of different partially-spherical concave portions

A61F2002/30658

having a central conforming area surrounded by a peripheral annular non-conforming area

A61F2002/3066

having a central non-conforming area surrounded by a peripheral annular conforming area

A61F2002/30662

with rotation-limiting means

A61F2002/30663

multiaxial, e.g. biaxial; multipolar, e.g. bipolar or having an intermediate shell articulating between the ball and the socket

A61F2002/30665

Dual arrangement of two adjacent ball-and-socket joints

A61F2002/30667

Features concerning an interaction with the environment or a particular use of the prosthesis

A61F2002/30668

Means for transferring electromagnetic energy to implants

A61F2002/3067

for data transfer

A61F2002/30672

temporary

A61F2002/30673

Lubricating means, e.g. synovial pocket

A61F2002/30675

Means for regulating synovial fluid pressure

A61F2002/30677

Means for introducing or releasing pharmaceutical products, e.g. antibiotics, into the body

A61F2002/3068

the pharmaceutical product being in a reservoir

A61F2002/30682

Means for preventing migration of particles released by the joint, e.g. wear debris or cement particles

A61F2002/30683

Means for collecting wear particles in a hollow cavity inside the prosthesis

A61F2002/30685

Means for reducing or preventing the generation of wear particulates

A61F2002/30686

Devices for removing particulate debris from prosthetic joints

A61F2002/30688

Means for allowing passage or sliding of tendons or ligaments

A61F2002/3069

Revision endoprostheses

A61F2002/30691

Drainage means, e.g. for evacuating blood or other fluids

A61F2002/30693

Air venting means

A61F2002/30695

Sound-damping or noise-reducing means

A61F2002/30696

Means for preventing the accidental forgetting of prosthetic parts inside the body during operation

A61F2002/30698

Alarm means

A61F2002/307

Prostheses for animals

A61F2002/30706

specially designed for children, e.g. having means for adjusting to their growth

A61F2002/30708

Means for distinguishing between left-sided and right-sided devices, Sets comprising both left-sided and right-sided prosthetic parts

A61F2002/3071

Identification means; Administration of patients

A61F2002/30716

for single use, e.g. having means for preventing re-use

A61F2002/30718

Means for protecting prosthetic parts, e.g. during operation

A61F2002/30719

Means for cleaning prostheses

A61F2/30721

Accessories

A61F2/30723

Plugs or restrictors for sealing a cement-receiving space tools for inserting plugs A61F2/4614; sealing collars for use during cementing A61B17/8808

A61F2/30724

Spacers for centering an implant in a bone cavity, e.g. in a cement-receiving cavity

A61F2002/30726

Centering or guiding rods, e.g. for insertion of femoral shafts

A61F2/30728

Collars; Bone edge protectors A61F2/30734 takes precedence; sealing collars for use during cementing A61B17/8808

A61F2002/30729

Separate collars

A61F2002/30731

Bone edge protectors

A61F2002/30733

Inserts placed into an endoprosthetic cavity, e.g. for modifying a material property

A61F2/30734

Modular inserts, sleeves or augments, e.g. placed on proximal part of stem for fixation purposes or wedges for bridging a bone defect

A61F2002/30736

Augments or augmentation pieces, e.g. wedges or blocks for bridging a bone defect

A61F2002/30738

Sleeves

A61F2/30739

Devices connected to the proximal part of an endoprosthetic femoral shaft for reinforcing or replacing the trochanters, e.g. the greater trochanter proximal parts of endoprosthetic femoral shafts A61F2/367; non-prosthetic trochanteric devices A61B17/74

A61F2002/30741

for the lesser trochanter

A61F2/30742

Bellows or hose-like seals; Sealing membranes A61B17/8808 takes precedence; sealing membranes for retaining bone substitute A61F2/2846

A61F2/30744

End caps, e.g. for closing an endoprosthetic cavity

A61F2/30749

Fixation appliances for connecting prostheses to the body

A61F2002/30751

for attaching cartilage scaffolds to underlying bone

A61F2002/30752

by means of a bed of granular material

A61F2002/30754

Implants for interposition between two natural articular surfaces

A61F2/30756

Cartilage endoprostheses A61F2/3603 takes precedence

A61F2002/30757

made of a sheet covering the natural articular surface, e.g. cap

A61F2002/30759

Mosaicplasty, i.e. using a plurality of individual cartilage plugs for filling a substantial cartilage defect

A61F2002/30761

Support means for artificial cartilage, e.g. cartilage defect covering membranes

A61F2002/30762

Means for culturing cartilage

A61F2002/30764

Cartilage harvest sites

A61F2002/30766

Scaffolds for cartilage ingrowth and regeneration

A61F2/30767

Special external or bone-contacting surface, e.g. coating for improving bone ingrowth

A61F2002/30769

madreporic

A61F2/30771

applied in original prostheses, e.g. holes or grooves

A61F2002/30772

Apertures or holes, e.g. of circular cross section

A61F2002/30774

internally-threaded

A61F2002/30777

Oblong apertures

A61F2002/30779

arcuate

A61F2002/30782

inclined obliquely

A61F2002/30784

Plurality of holes

A61F2002/30785

parallel

A61F2002/30787

inclined obliquely with respect to each other

A61F2002/30789

perpendicular with respect to each other

A61F2002/3079

Stepped or enlarged apertures, e.g. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30795

Blind bores, e.g. of circular cross-section

A61F2002/30797

internally-threaded

A61F2002/308

oblong

A61F2002/30802

arcuate

A61F2002/30803

inclined obliquely

A61F2002/30805

Recesses of comparatively large area with respect to their low depth

A61F2002/30807

Plurality of blind bores

A61F2002/30808

parallel

A61F2002/3081

inclined obliquely with respect to each other

A61F2002/30812

perpendicular with respect to each other

A61F2002/30813

Stepped or enlarged blind bores, e.g. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30817

Intersecting or overlapping blind bores

A61F2002/30818

castellated or crenellated

A61F2002/3082

Grooves

A61F2002/30822

Circumferential grooves

A61F2002/30823

having the shape of a reverse dovetail

A61F2002/30825

arcuate

A61F2002/30827

Plurality of grooves

A61F2002/30828

parallel

A61F2002/3083

inclined obliquely with respect to each other

A61F2002/30831

perpendicular with respect to each other

A61F2002/30836

knurled

A61F2002/30838

Microstructures

A61F2002/3084

Nanostructures

A61F2002/30841

Sharp anchoring protrusions for impaction into the bone, e.g. sharp pins, spikes

A61F2002/30843

Pyramidally-shaped

A61F2002/30845

with cutting edges

A61F2002/3085

with a threaded, e.g. self-tapping, bone-engaging surface, e.g. external surface

A61F2002/30851

Multiple threadings

A61F2002/30858

Threads interrupted by grooves or sidewalls, e.g. flat sidewalls

A61F2002/30859

having threaded portions of different pitches

A61F2002/30861

having threads of increasing or decreasing height

A61F2002/30863

the entry end surface having flutes, relief grooves, starter notches or bevelled indentations

A61F2002/30864

Microthreads

A61F2002/30866

Rounded threads

A61F2002/30868

Square, rectangular or rhomboidal threads

A61F2002/30869

Dovetail-shaped

A61F2002/30871

Trapezoidal threads

A61F2002/30873

Threadings machined on non-cylindrical external surfaces

A61F2002/30878

with non-sharp protrusions, for instance contacting the bone for anchoring, e.g. keels, pegs, pins, posts, shanks, stems, struts

A61F2002/30879

Ribs

A61F2002/30881

Circumferential ribs, flanges or fins

A61F2002/30883

dovetail-shaped

A61F2002/30884

Fins or wings, e.g. longitudinal wings for preventing rotation within the bone cavity

A61F2002/30886

externally-threaded

A61F2002/30889

Arcuate pegs

A61F2002/30891

Plurality of protrusions

A61F2002/30892

parallel

A61F2002/30894

inclined obliquely with respect to each other

A61F2002/30896

perpendicular with respect to each other

A61F2002/30897

Stepped protrusions, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/30899

Protrusions pierced with apertures

A61F2002/30901

longitudinally

A61F2002/30902

laterally or radially

A61F2002/30904

serrated profile, i.e. saw-toothed

A61F2002/30906

shot- sand- or grit-blasted

A61F2/30907

Nets or sleeves applied to surface of prostheses or in cement

A61F2002/30909

Nets

A61F2002/30911

having a honeycomb structure

A61F2002/30912

made of expanded metal, e.g. diamond mesh or metal nets having lozenge-shaped apertures

A61F2002/30914

Details of the mesh structure, e.g. disposition of the woven warp and weft wires

A61F2002/30915

made of a stack of bonded perforated sheets, grids or wire meshes

A61F2002/30917

for avoiding direct contact between bone and implant, e.g. extensible membrane for preventing contamination or for easy removal

A61F2002/30919

Sleeves

A61F2002/3092

having an open-celled or open-pored structure

A61F2002/30922

Hardened surfaces

A61F2002/30925

etched

A61F2002/30929

having at least two superposed coatings

A61F2002/3093

for promoting ingrowth of bone tissue

A61F2002/30932

for retarding or preventing ingrowth of bone tissue

A61F2002/30934

Special articulating surfaces

A61F2002/30935

Concave articulating surface composed of a central conforming area surrounded by a peripheral annular non-conforming area

A61F2002/30937

with cut-outs

A61F2002/30939

Means for modifying the geometry of articulating surfaces, e.g. for compensating excessive clearance caused by wear

A61F2/3094

Designing or manufacturing processes

A61F2/30942

for designing or making customized prostheses, e.g. using templates, CT or NMR scans, finite-element analysis or CAD-CAM techniques

A61F2002/30943

using mathematical models

A61F2002/30948

using computerized tomography, i.e. CT scans

A61F2002/30952

using CAD-CAM techniques or NC-techniques

A61F2002/30953

using a remote computer network, e.g. Internet

A61F2002/30955

using finite-element analysis

A61F2002/30957

using a positive or a negative model, e.g. moulds

A61F2002/3096

trimmed or cut to a customised size

A61F2002/30962

using stereolithography

A61F2002/30963

using templates, e.g. grid charts

A61F2/30965

Reinforcing the prosthesis by embedding particles or fibres during moulding or dipping

A61F2002/30967

Diffusion bonding

A61F2002/30968

Sintering

A61F2002/3097

using laser

A61F2002/30971

Laminates, i.e. layered products

A61F2002/30973

Two joined adjacent layers having complementary interlocking protrusions and recesses

A61F2002/30975

made of two halves

A61F2002/30976

using hydrojet

A61F2002/30978

using electrical discharge machining [EDM]

A61F2002/30985

using three dimensional printing [3DP]

A61F2/30988

Other joints not covered by any of the groups A61F2/32 - A61F2/4425

A61F2/3099

for temporo-mandibular [TM, TMJ] joints endoprostheses for mandibular reconstruction A61F2/2803

A61F2002/30991

Mandibular components

A61F2002/30993

Temporal components

A61F2002/30995

for sacro-iliac joints

A61F2002/30996

for sterno-clavicular joints

A61F2002/30998

for acromio-clavicular joints

A61F2/32

for the hip

Documents, which are of interest for more than one of the following subgroups, are classified in the hierarchically higher group only

A61F2002/3208

Bipolar or multipolar joints, e.g. having a femoral head articulating within an intermediate acetabular shell whilst said shell articulates within the natural acetabular socket or within an artificial outer shell

A61F2002/3216

tripolar

A61F2002/3225

the diameter of the inner concave femoral head-receiving cavity of the inner acetabular shell being essentially greater than the diameter of the convex femoral head

A61F2002/3233

having anti-luxation means for preventing complete dislocation of the femoral head from the acetabular cup

A61F2002/3241

having a ring, e.g. for locking the femoral head into the acetabular cup

A61F2/34

Acetabular cups

A61F2002/3401

with radial apertures, e.g. radial bores for receiving fixation screws

A61F2002/3403

Polar aperture

A61F2002/3406

Oblong apertures

A61F2002/3408

Shells having at least two sets of different apertures, e.g. one set located in the equatorial zone and another set located in the polar zone

A61F2002/3412

with pins or protrusions, e.g. non-sharp pins or protrusions projecting from a shell surface

A61F2002/3414

Polar protrusion, e.g. for centering two concentric shells

A61F2002/3417

the outer shell having protrusions on meridian lines, e.g. equidistant fins or wings around the equatorial zone

A61F2002/342

the outer shell having circumferential protrusions parallel to the equatorial plane, e.g. circumferential fins or wings

A61F2002/3425

the outer shell having non-meridian protrusions, e.g. fins or wings, located in planes inclined or perpendicular with respect to the equatorial plane

A61F2002/3429

with an integral peripheral collar or flange, e.g. oriented away from the shell centre line

A61F2002/343

partial, i.e. not extending along the entire equatorial circumference

A61F2002/3432

having apertures for receiving fixation screws

A61F2002/3435

peripheral lip, e.g. elastic lip

A61F2002/3437

oriented inwardly towards the shell centre line

A61F2002/344

the inner shell having an inner hip femoral head-receiving cavity offset from its centre line

A61F2002/3441

the outer shell having an outer surface and an inner insert receiving cavity being angularly inclined with respect to the longitudinal axis of the outer surface

A61F2002/3443

with an anti-luxation elevated rim portion, e.g. on the inner shell

A61F2002/3445

having a number of shells different from two

A61F2002/3446

Single cups

A61F2002/3448

Multiple cups made of three or more concentric shells fitted or nested into one another

A61F2002/345

the inner and outer (hemi)spherical surfaces of a shell, e.g. an intermediate shell, having distinct centres of rotation, both located on the centre line of the shell

A61F2002/3453

having a non-hemispherical convex outer surface, e.g. quadric-shaped

A61F2002/3454

having an oblong, oval or elliptical cross-section in the equatorial plane

A61F2002/3456

ellipsoidal or having a flattened polar region

A61F2002/3459

made of different partially-spherical portions

A61F2002/3462

having a frustoconical external shape, e.g. entirely frustoconical

A61F2002/3466

having a cylindrical external shape, e.g. entirely cylindrical

A61F2002/3469

with non-radial inner bores or canals

A61F2002/3479

Cage-like shells, e.g. hemispherical outer shells made of meridian strips or wires connected to an equatorial strip, rim or wire

A61F2002/348

Additional features

A61F2002/3482

Two hemispherical halves having completely different structures

A61F2002/3483

having a convex shape, e.g. hemispherical heads

A61F2002/3485

Shells made of block segments linked by thin connecting strips

A61F2002/3487

Partial acetabular cups, e.g. strips replacing only partially the natural acetabular cartilage

A61F2002/349

Shell having a wavy or undulated peripheral rim

A61F2002/3493

Spherical shell significantly greater than a hemisphere, e.g. extending over more than 200 degrees

A61F2002/3495

Spherical shell significantly smaller than a hemisphere, e.g. extending over less than 160 degrees

A61F2/36

Femoral heads

; Femoral endoprostheses

A61F2/3601

for replacing only the epiphyseal or metaphyseal parts of the femur, e.g. endoprosthetic femoral heads or necks directly fixed to the natural femur by internal fixation devices non-prosthetic internal fixation devices for the femoral head or neck A61B17/74

A61F2/3603

implanted without ablation of the whole natural femoral head endoprosthetic cartilage A61F2/30756

A61F2002/3605

made of two or more concentric caps fitted onto one another

A61F2/3607

including proximal or total replacement of the femur

A61F2/3609

Femoral heads or necks; Connections of endoprosthetic heads or necks to endoprosthetic femoral shafts A61F2/3601 takes precedence

A61F2002/3611

Heads or epiphyseal parts of femur

A61F2002/3613

with lateral or oblique apertures, holes or openings

A61F2002/3615

having a concave shape, e.g. hemispherical cups

A61F2002/3621

pierced with a longitudinal bore

A61F2002/3623

Non-spherical heads

A61F2002/3625

Necks

A61F2002/3627

with lateral apertures, holes or openings

A61F2002/3631

with an integral complete or partial peripheral collar or bearing shoulder at its base

A61F2002/3647

pierced with a longitudinal bore

A61F2002/365

Connections of heads to necks

A61F2002/3652

Connections of necks to shafts

A61F2002/3654

Connections of heads directly to shafts

A61F2/3662

Femoral shafts

A61F2/367

Proximal or metaphyseal parts of shafts trochanteric devices connected to said proximal parts A61F2/30739

A61F2/3672

Intermediate parts of shafts

A61F2002/3674

Connections of proximal parts to distal parts

A61F2/3676

Distal or diaphyseal parts of shafts

A61F2002/3678

Geometrical features

A61F2002/368

with lateral apertures, bores, holes or openings, e.g. for reducing the mass, for receiving fixation screws or for communicating with the inside of a hollow shaft

A61F2002/3686

bent

A61F2002/3688

with opposite proximal and distal curvatures, i.e. S-shaped shaft

A61F2002/369

Stepped shaft, i.e. having discrete diameter changes

A61F2002/3694

with longitudinal bores

A61F2002/3698

twisted about the longitudinal axis of the shaft

A61F2/38

for elbows or knees

Documents, which are of interest for more than one of the following subgroups, are classified in the hierarchically higher group only

A61F2/3804

for elbows

A61F2002/3809

for radio-humeral joints

A61F2002/3813

for ulno-humeral joints

A61F2002/3818

for proximal radio-ulnar joints, i.e. PRU joints

A61F2002/3822

Humeral components

A61F2002/3827

Radial components

A61F2002/3831

Ulnar components

A61F2/3836

Special connection between upper and lower leg, e.g. constrained

A61F2/384

hinged, i.e. with transverse axle restricting the movement

A61F2/3845

allowing only for single rotation

A61F2/385

also provided with condylar bearing surfaces

A61F2/3854

with ball and socket joint

A61F2/3859

Femoral components

A61F2002/3863

Condyles fitted on an anchored base

A61F2/3868

with sliding tibial bearing

A61F2/3872

Meniscus for implantation between the natural bone surfaces

A61F2/3877

Patellae or trochleae

A61F2002/3881

with moving parts

A61F2/3886

for stabilising knees against anterior or lateral dislocations

A61F2/389

Tibial components A61F2/3868 takes precedence

A61F2002/3895

unicompartimental

A61F2/40

for shoulders

Documents, which are of interest for more than one of the following subgroups, are classified in the hierarchically higher group only

A61F2/4003

Replacing only the epiphyseal or metaphyseal parts of the humerus, i.e. endoprosthesis not comprising an entire humeral shaft replacing only the epiphyseal or metaphyseal parts of the femur A61F2/3601

A61F2002/4007

implanted without ablation of the whole natural humeral head

A61F2002/4011

including proximal or total replacement of the humerus

A61F2/4014

Humeral heads or necks; Connections of endoprosthetic heads or necks to endoprosthetic humeral shafts

A61F2002/4018

Heads or epiphyseal parts of humerus

A61F2002/4022

having a concave shape, e.g. hemispherical cups

A61F2002/4029

Necks

A61F2002/4033

with an integral complete or partial peripheral collar at its base

A61F2002/4037

Connections of heads to necks

A61F2002/4044

Connections of necks to shafts

A61F2002/4051

Connections of heads directly to shafts

A61F2/4059

Humeral shafts

A61F2002/4062

Proximal or metaphyseal parts of shafts

A61F2002/4066

for replacement or reinforcement of the greater tubercle

A61F2002/407

Intermediate parts of shafts

A61F2002/4074

Connections of proximal or metaphyseal parts to distal or diaphyseal parts

A61F2002/4077

Distal or diaphyseal parts of shafts

A61F2/4081

Glenoid components, e.g. cups

A61F2002/4085

having a convex shape, e.g. hemispherical heads

A61F2002/4088

Acromial components

A61F2002/4092

Clavicular components

A61F2002/4096

Coracoid process components

A61F2/42

for wrists or ankles

for hands, e.g. fingers

for feet, e.g. toes

A61F2/4202

for ankles

A61F2002/4205

Tibial components

A61F2002/4207

Talar components

A61F2002/421

Fibular components, e.g. fibular-malleolar shields

A61F2002/4212

Tarsal bones

A61F2002/4215

Lateral row of tarsal bones

A61F2002/4217

Calcaneum or calcaneus or heel bone

A61F2002/422

Medial row of tarsal bones

A61F2002/4223

Implants for correcting a flat foot

A61F2/4225

for feet, e.g. toes

A61F2002/4228

for interphalangeal joints, i.e. IP joints

A61F2002/4233

for metatarso-phalangeal joints, i.e. MTP joints

A61F2002/4238

for tarso-metatarsal joints, i.e. TMT joints

A61F2/4241

for hands, e.g. fingers

A61F2002/4243

for interphalangeal joints, i.e. IP joints

A61F2002/4251

for metacarpo-phalangeal joints, i.e. MCP or MP joints, e.g. knuckle joints

A61F2002/4253

for thumbs

A61F2002/4256

for carpo-metacarpal joints, i.e. CMC joints

A61F2002/4258

for trapezo-metacarpal joints of thumbs

A61F2/4261

for wrists

A61F2002/4264

for radio-carpal joints

A61F2002/4266

for ulno-carpal joints

A61F2002/4269

for distal radio-ulnar joints, i.e. DRU joints

A61F2002/4271

Carpal bones

A61F2002/4274

Distal carpal row, i.e. bones adjacent the metacarpal bones

A61F2002/4276

Trapezium

A61F2002/4279

Trapezoid

A61F2002/4282

Capitate

A61F2002/4284

Hamate

A61F2002/4287

Proximal carpal row, i.e. bones adjacent the radius and the ulna

A61F2002/4289

Scaphoid or navicular bone

A61F2002/4292

Lunate

A61F2002/4294

Triquetrum

A61F2002/4297

Pisiform bone

A61F2/44

for the spine, e.g. vertebrae, spinal discs

A61F2/4405

for apophyseal or facet joints, i.e. between adjacent spinous or transverse processes devices implanted between spinous or transverse processes A61B17/7062

A61F2/441

made of inflatable pockets or chambers filled with fluid, e.g. with hydrogel

A61F2002/4415

elements of the prosthesis being arranged in a chain like manner

A61F2/442

Intervertebral or spinal discs, e.g. resilient non-disc-shaped intervertebral inflatable pockets A61F2/441; non-disc-shaped intervertebral fusion implants A61F2/4455

A61F2/4425

made of articulated components

A61F2002/443

having two transversal endplates and at least one intermediate component

A61F2002/4435

Support means or repair of the natural disc wall, i.e. annulus, e.g. using plates, membranes or meshes

A61F2002/444

for replacing the nucleus pulposus

A61F2002/4445

Means for culturing intervertebral disc tissue

A61F2002/445

Intervertebral disc tissue harvest sites

A61F2/4455

for the fusion of spinal bodies, e.g. intervertebral fusion of adjacent spinal bodies, e.g. fusion cages intervertebral discs A61F2/442

A61F2/446

having a circular or elliptical cross-section substantially parallel to the axis of the spine, e.g. cylinders or frustocones

A61F2/4465

having a circular or kidney shaped cross-section substantially perpendicular to the axis of the spine

A61F2/447

substantially parallelepipedal, e.g. having a rectangular or trapezoidal cross-section

A61F2002/448

comprising multiple adjacent spinal implants within the same intervertebral space or within the same vertebra, e.g. comprising two adjacent spinal implants

A61F2002/4485

comprising three or more adjacent spinal implants

A61F2002/449

comprising multiple spinal implants located in different intervertebral spaces or in different vertebrae

A61F2002/4495

having a fabric structure, e.g. made from wires or fibres

A61F2/46

Special tools or methods for implanting or extracting artificial joints, accessories, bone grafts or substitutes, or particular adaptations therefor

A61F2/4601

for introducing bone substitute, for implanting bone graft implants or for compacting them in the bone cavity

A61F2/4603

for insertion or extraction of endoprosthetic joints or of accessories thereof

A61F2/4605

of elbows

A61F2/4606

of wrists or ankles; of hands, e.g. fingers; of feet, e.g. toes

A61F2/4607

of hip femoral endoprostheses

A61F2/4609

of acetabular cups

A61F2/461

of knees

A61F2/4611

of spinal prostheses

A61F2/4612

of shoulders

A61F2/4614

of plugs for sealing a cement-receiving space

A61F2002/4615

of spacers

A61F2002/4616

of temporo-mandibular joints

A61F2/4618

of cartilage

A61F2002/4619

for extraction

A61F2002/462

of broken endoprosthetic joint parts

A61F2002/4622

having the shape of a forceps or a clamp

A61F2002/4625

with relative movement between parts of the instrument during use

A61F2002/4627

with linear motion along or rotating motion about the instrument axis or the implantation direction, e.g. telescopic, along a guiding rod, screwing inside the instrument

A61F2002/4628

with linear motion along or rotating motion about an axis transverse to the instrument axis or to the implantation direction, e.g. clamping

A61F2002/4629

connected to the endoprosthesis or implant via a threaded connection

A61F2002/4631

the prosthesis being specially adapted for being cemented

A61F2002/4632

using computer-controlled surgery, e.g. robotic surgery

A61F2002/4633

for selection of endoprosthetic joints or for pre-operative planning

A61F2002/4635

using minimally invasive surgery

A61F2/4637

for connecting or disconnecting two parts of a prosthesis

A61F2002/4638

Tools for performing screwing, e.g. nut or screwdrivers, or particular adaptations therefor

A61F2002/4641

for disconnecting

A61F2/4644

Preparation of bone graft, bone plugs or bone dowels, e.g. grinding or milling bone material bone material A61F2/28; disintegrating or milling devices B02C

A61F2002/4645

Devices for grinding or milling bone material

A61F2002/4646

Devices for cleaning bone graft

A61F2002/4648

Means for culturing bone graft

A61F2002/4649

Bone graft or bone dowel harvest sites

A61F2002/465

using heating means

A61F2002/4653

using cooling means

A61F2002/4655

for introducing lubricating fluid

A61F2/4657

Measuring instruments used for implanting artificial joints for surgical instruments A61B90/06

A61F2002/4658

for measuring dimensions, e.g. length

A61F2002/4659

for measuring a diameter

A61F2002/4661

for measuring thickness

A61F2002/4662

for measuring penetration depth

A61F2002/4663

for measuring volumes or other three-dimensional shapes

A61F2002/4664

for measuring conicities

A61F2002/4666

for measuring force, pressure or mechanical tension

A61F2002/4667

for measuring torque

A61F2002/4668

for measuring angles

A61F2002/467

for measuring fluid pressure

A61F2002/4671

for measuring resonant frequency

A61F2002/4672

for measuring temperature

A61F2002/4674

for measuring the pH

A61F2/4675

for cleaning or coating bones, e.g. bone cavities, prior to endoprosthesis implantation or bone cement introduction for cleaning teeth cavities A61C17/00; irrigators A61M3/02

A61F2002/4676

for coating the bony surface

A61F2002/4677

using a guide wire

A61F2/468

Testing instruments for artificial joints for testing non-implantable prostheses A61F2/76

A61F2002/4681

by applying mechanical shocks, e.g. by hammering

A61F2002/4683

by applying ultrasonic vibrations

A61F2/4684

Trial or dummy prostheses

A61F2002/4685

by means of vacuum

A61F2002/4687

Mechanical guides for implantation instruments

A61F2002/4688

having operating or control means

A61F2002/4689

acoustic

A61F2002/469

electrical

A61F2002/4692

fluid

A61F2002/4693

hydraulic

A61F2002/4694

pneumatic

A61F2002/4696

optical

A61F2002/4698

magnetic

A61F2/48

Operating or control means, e.g. from outside the body, control of sphincters

A61F2/481

Acoustic or audible means

A61F2/482

Electrical means

A61F2/484

Fluid means, i.e. hydraulic or pneumatic

A61F2/488

Means for detecting or monitoring wear

A61F2/50

Prostheses not implantable in the body

closure means for urethra or rectum or for artificial body openings therefor A61F2/0004

A61F2002/5001

Cosmetic coverings

A61F2002/5003

having damping means, e.g. shock absorbers for implantable joints A61F2002/30563

A61F2002/5004

operated by electro- or magnetorheological fluids

A61F2002/5006

Dampers, e.g. hydraulic damper

A61F2002/5007

having elastic means different from springs, e.g. including an elastomeric insert elastic coating A61F2002/3007; springs A61F2002/5072; plate-like springs for feet A61F2002/6657

A61F2002/5009

having two or more elastomeric blocks

A61F2002/501

having an inflatable pocket filled with fluid, i.e. liquid or gas

A61F2002/5012

having two or more inflatable pockets

A61F2002/5013

filled with particles for joints A61F2002/30588

A61F2002/5015

hardenable fluid, e.g. curable in-situ or cold-hardening casting substance

A61F2002/5016

adjustable for implantable prostheses A61F2002/30537

A61F2002/5018

for adjusting angular orientation

A61F2002/502

for adjusting length for implantable joints A61F2002/3055

A61F2002/5021

for adjusting a position by translation along an axis

A61F2002/5023

along two perpendicular axes

A61F2002/5024

for adjusting thickness

A61F2002/5026

for adjusting a diameter

A61F2002/5027

for adjusting cross-section

A61F2002/5029

for adjusting weight or mass

A61F2002/503

for adjusting elasticity, flexibility, spring rate or mechanical tension

A61F2002/5032

for adjusting fluid pressure

A61F2002/5033

for adjusting damping damping means A61F2002/5003

A61F2002/5035

for adjusting volume flow

A61F2002/5036

self-adjustable, e.g. self-learning

A61F2002/5038

Hinged joint, e.g. with transverse axle restricting the movement for implantable joints A61F2002/30624

A61F2002/5039

allowing only for single rotation

A61F2002/5041

having bearing bushes between the rotating parts

A61F2002/5043

with rotation-limiting stops, e.g. projections or recesses

A61F2/5044

Designing or manufacturing processes

A61F2/5046

for designing or making customized prostheses, e.g. using templates, finite-element analysis or CAD-CAM techniques

A61F2002/5047

using mathematical models A61F2002/505 takes precedence

A61F2002/5049

Computer aided shaping, e.g. rapid prototyping

A61F2002/505

using CAD-CAM techniques or NC-techniques

A61F2002/5052

Direct moulding or reforming to the stump

A61F2002/5053

using a positive or a negative model, e.g. casting model or mould

A61F2002/5055

Reinforcing prostheses by embedding particles or fibres during moulding or dipping, e.g. carbon fibre composites

A61F2002/5056

Laminates, i.e. layered products

A61F2002/5058

having means for restoring the perception of senses

A61F2002/5059

the feeling of position

A61F2002/5061

the sense of touch

A61F2002/5063

the feeling of temperature, i.e. of warmth or cold

A61F2002/5064

for reducing pain from phantom limbs

A61F2002/5066

Muscles implantable A61F2002/0894

A61F2002/5067

having rolling elements between articulating surfaces for implantable joints A61F2002/30639

A61F2002/5069

Ball bearings

A61F2002/507

Roller bearings

A61F2002/5072

having spring elements spring-biased locking means A61F2002/30505; for implantable joints A61F2002/30565; other elastic means A61F2002/5007

A61F2002/5073

Helical springs, e.g. having at least one helical spring

A61F2002/5075

Multiple spring systems including two or more helical springs

A61F2002/5076

Concentric outer and inner helical springs

A61F2002/5078

2-D spiral springs

A61F2002/5079

Leaf springs A61F2002/6657 takes precedence

A61F2002/5081

Additional features for implantable joints A61F2002/30535

A61F2002/5083

modular

A61F2002/5084

telescopic adjusting length A61F2002/502

A61F2002/5086

Lubricating means

A61F2002/5087

Sound-damping or noise-reducing means

A61F2002/5089

waterproof

A61F2002/509

specially designed for children, e.g. having means for adjusting to their growth implantable A61F2250/0082

A61F2002/5092

Identification means for implantable prostheses A61F2250/0085

A61F2002/5093

Tendon- or ligament-replacing cables implantable A61F2/08

A61F2002/5095

for Achilles tendons

A61F2002/5096

Ball-and-socket joints for implantable joints A61F2002/30649

A61F2002/5098

with rotation-limiting means

A61F2/52

Mammary prostheses brassieres A41C3/00

A61F2002/523

Multiple breast forms made of several concentric breast-shaped layers nested into one another

A61F2002/526

Nipples

A61F2/54

Artificial arms or hands or parts thereof

A61F2002/543

Lower arms or forearms

A61F2002/546

Upper arms

A61F2/58

Elbows

Wrists

; Other joints; Hands

A61F2/581

Shoulder joints

A61F2/582

Elbow joints

A61F2/583

Hands; Wrist joints

A61F2/585

Wrist joints

A61F2/586

Fingers

A61F2002/587

Thumbs

A61F2/588

Hands having holding devices shaped differently from human fingers, e.g. claws, hooks, tubes

A61F2/60

Artificial legs or feet or parts thereof

A61F2/601

Peg legs, e.g. wooden legs

A61F2/602

with air cushions A61F2/7843 takes precedence

A61F2/604

Joints for artificial legs A61F2/605, A61F2/64, A61F2/6607 take precedence

A61F2/605

Hip joints

A61F2002/607

Lower legs

A61F2002/608

Upper legs

A61F2/64

Knee joints

A61F2/642

Polycentric joints, without longitudinal rotation

A61F2/644

of the single-bar or multi-bar linkage type

A61F2/646

of the pin-guiding groove linkage type

A61F2002/648

Patellae

A61F2/66

Feet

Ankle joints

A61F2/6607

Ankle joints

A61F2002/6614

Feet

A61F2002/6621

Toes

A61F2002/6628

Big toes

A61F2002/6635

Metatarsals

A61F2002/6642

Heels

A61F2002/665

Soles

A61F2002/6657

having a plate-like or strip-like spring element, e.g. an energy-storing cantilever spring keel

A61F2002/6664

Dual structures made of two connected cantilevered leaf springs

A61F2002/6671

C-shaped

A61F2002/6678

L-shaped

A61F2002/6685

S-shaped

A61F2002/6692

circular or loop-shaped

A61F2/68

Operating or control means

A61F2002/6809

acoustic

A61F2002/6818

for braking

A61F2002/6827

Feedback system for providing user sensation, e.g. by force, contact or position

A61F2002/6836

Gears specially adapted therefor, e.g. reduction gears

A61F2002/6845

Clutches

A61F2002/6854

for locking or unlocking a joint

A61F2002/6863

magnetic magnetic prosthetic parts A61F2002/30079

A61F2002/6872

attached and mechanically operated by remaining muscle bioelectrical control A61F2/72

A61F2002/6881

optical

A61F2002/689

Alarm means, e.g. acoustic

A61F2/70

electrical

A61F2002/701

operated by electrically controlled means, e.g. solenoids or torque motors

A61F2002/702

Battery-charging stations

A61F2002/704

computer-controlled, e.g. robotic control

A61F2002/705

Electromagnetic data transfer for implantable prostheses A61F2250/0002

A61F2002/707

Remote control

A61F2002/708

electrically self charging

A61F2/72

Bioelectric control, e.g. myoelectric

A61F2/74

fluid

, i.e. hydraulic or pneumatic

A61F2/741

using powered actuators, e.g. stepper motors or solenoids

A61F2/742

Low pressure systems, e.g. vacuum pump

A61F2/744

Vane- or curved-cylinder type actuators, e.g. actuators using rotary pistons

A61F2/748

Valve systems

A61F2/76

Means for assembling, fitting or testing prostheses, e.g. for measuring or balancing,

e.g. alignment means

A61F2002/7605

for assembling by heating for implanting artificial joints A61F2002/465

A61F2002/761

for assembling by cooling for implanting artificial joints A61F2002/4653

A61F2002/7615

Measuring means for implanting artificial joints A61F2/4657

A61F2002/762

for measuring dimensions, e.g. a distance

A61F2002/7625

for measuring angular position

A61F2002/763

for measuring spatial position, e.g. global positioning system [GPS]

A61F2002/7635

for measuring force, pressure or mechanical tension

A61F2002/764

for measuring acceleration

A61F2002/7645

for measuring torque, e.g. hinge or turning moment, moment of force

A61F2002/765

for measuring time or frequency

A61F2002/7655

for measuring fluid pressure

A61F2002/766

for measuring moisture

A61F2002/7665

for measuring temperatures

A61F2002/767

for measuring blood pressure

A61F2002/7675

for measuring oxygen content

A61F2002/768

for measuring battery status

A61F2002/7685

located on natural or sound-site limbs, e.g. comparison measuring means

A61F2002/769

Displaying measured values

A61F2002/7695

Means for testing non-implantable prostheses for testing implantable prostheses A61F2240/008; for implanting artificial joints A61F2/468

A61F2/78

Means for protecting prostheses or for attaching them to the body, e.g. bandages, harnesses, straps, or stockings for the limb stump

A61F2002/7806

using adhesive means for connecting prosthetic parts A61F2002/30448

A61F2/7812

Interface cushioning members placed between the limb stump and the socket, e.g. bandages or stockings for the limb stump

A61F2002/7818

Stockings or socks for the limb stump cosmetic coverings A61F2002/5001

A61F2002/7825

Devices for putting-on or pulling-off stockings

A61F2002/7831

with a rope for pulling the sock inside the socket

A61F2002/7837

Sleeves for attaching or protecting, i.e. open ended hoses

A61F2/7843

Inflatable bladders

A61F2002/785

Pads, e.g. relief pads

A61F2002/7856

having finger loops or grips

A61F2002/7862

Harnesses, straps for connecting prosthetic parts A61F2002/30462

A61F2002/7868

Means for putting-on or pulling-off prostheses

A61F2002/7875

with releasable ratchets or pegs snap connections A61F2002/305; pushing a peg into a hole A61F2002/30331

A61F2002/7881

using hook and loop-type fasteners for connecting prosthetic parts A61F2002/30467

A61F2002/7887

for connecting limb exoprostheses to the stump bone

A61F2002/7893

using slide fasteners, e.g. zippers

A61F2/80

Sockets, e.g. of suction type

A61F2002/802

Suction sockets, i.e. utilizing differential air pressure to retain the prosthesis on the stump

A61F2002/805

having an air valve

A61F2002/807

having a vacuum reservoir chamber

A61F2/82

Devices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents stent-grafts for tubular structures of the body other than blood vessels A61F2/04; stent-grafts for blood vessels A61F2/07; instruments specially adapted for placement or removal of stents or stent-grafts A61F2/95; for closing wounds, or holding wounds closed A61B17/04 - A61B17/115; dilators A61M29/00

A61F2002/821

Ostial stents

A61F2002/823

Stents, different from stent-grafts, adapted to cover an aneurysm

A61F2002/825

having longitudinal struts

A61F2002/826

more than one stent being applied sequentially

A61F2002/828

Means for connecting a plurality of stents allowing flexibility of the whole structure

A61F2/844

folded prior to deployment

A61F2/848

having means for fixation to the vessel wall, e.g. barbs

A61F2002/8483

Barbs

A61F2002/8486

provided on at least one of the ends

A61F2/852

Two or more distinct overlapping stents

A61F2/856

Single tubular stent with a side portal passage

A61F2/86

Stents in a form characterised by the wire-like elements

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A61F2/88

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A61F2/885

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the wire-like elements comprising two or more adjacent rings flexibly connected by separate members

A61F2/90

characterised by a net-like or mesh-like structure

A61F2/91

made from perforated sheet material or tubes, e.g. perforated by laser cuts or etched holes

A61F2/915

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A61F2002/91508

the meander having a difference in amplitude along the band

A61F2002/91516

the meander having a change in frequency along the band

A61F2002/91525

within the whole structure different bands showing different meander characteristics, e.g. frequency or amplitude

A61F2002/91533

characterised by the phase between adjacent bands

A61F2002/91541

Adjacent bands are arranged out of phase

A61F2002/9155

Adjacent bands being connected to each other

A61F2002/91558

connected peak to peak

A61F2002/91566

connected trough to trough

A61F2002/91575

connected peak to trough

A61F2002/91583

by a bridge, whereby at least one of its ends is connected along the length of a strut between two consecutive apices within a band

A61F2002/91591

Locking connectors, e.g. using male-female connections

A61F2/92

Stents in the form of a rolled-up sheet expanding after insertion into the vessel

, e.g. with a spiral shape in cross-section

A61F2/93

circumferentially expandable by using ratcheting locks

A61F2/94

Stents retaining their form, i.e. not being deformable, after placement in the predetermined place

A61F2/945

hardenable, e.g. stents formed in situ

A61F2/95

Instruments specially adapted for placement or removal of stents or stent-grafts

A61F2002/9505

having retaining means other than an outer sleeve, e.g. male-female connector between stent and instrument

A61F2002/9511

the retaining means being filaments or wires

A61F2/9517

handle assemblies therefor

A61F2/9522

Means for mounting a stent or stent-graft onto or into a placement instrument

A61F2/9524

Iris-type crimpers

A61F2/9525

using a funnel

A61F2/9526

using a mandrel

A61F2002/9528

for retrieval of stents

A61F2002/9534

for repositioning of stents

A61F2/954

for placing stents or stent-grafts in a bifurcation

A61F2/958

Inflatable balloons for placing stents or stent-grafts

A61F2002/9583

Means for holding the stent on the balloon, e.g. using protrusions, adhesives or an outer sleeve

A61F2002/9586

the means being inside the balloon

A61F2/962

having an outer sleeve

A61F2002/9623

the sleeve being reinforced

A61F2/966

with relative longitudinal movement between outer sleeve and prosthesis, e.g. using a push rod

A61F2/9661

the proximal portion of the stent or stent-graft is released first

A61F2/9662

the middle portion of the stent or stent-graft is released first

A61F2002/9665

with additional retaining means

A61F2/97

the outer sleeve being splittable

A61F3/00

Lengthening pieces for natural legs

A61F4/00

Methods or devices enabling patients or disabled persons to operate an apparatus or a device not forming part of the body operating or control means for prostheses A61F2/48, A61F2/68

A61F5/00

Orthopaedic methods or devices for non-surgical treatment of bones or joints surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or joints, devices specially adapted therefor A61B17/56

Nursing devices;

Anti-rape devices

bandages, dressings or absorbent pads A61F13/00

A61F5/0003

Apparatus for the treatment of obesity; Anti-eating devices surgical instruments or methods for treatment of obesity, devices specially adapted therefor A61B17/00; hollow or tubular parts of organs A61F2/04

A61F5/0006

Diet or mouth appliances

A61F5/0009

External belts

A61F5/0013

Implantable devices or invasive measures

A61F2005/0016

comprising measuring means

A61F2005/002

for sensing mechanical parameters

A61F2005/0023

for sensing chemical parameters

A61F5/0026

Anti-eating devices using electrical stimulation

A61F5/003

inflatable

A61F5/0033

with more than one chamber

A61F5/0036

Intragastrical devices

A61F5/004

remotely adjustable

A61F5/0043

using injection ports

A61F5/0046

with wireless means

A61F5/005

Gastric bands

A61F5/0053

remotely adjustable

A61F5/0056

using injection ports

A61F5/0059

with wireless means

A61F5/0063

wrapping the stomach

A61F5/0066

Closing devices for gastric bands

A61F5/0069

in the wall of the stomach

A61F5/0073

in the abdominal cavity, e.g. not attached to the stomach

A61F5/0076

preventing normal digestion, e.g. Bariatric or gastric sleeves

A61F5/0079

Pyloric or esophageal obstructions

A61F5/0083

Reducing the size of the stomach, e.g. gastroplasty surgical interventions A61B17/00

A61F5/0086

using clamps, folding means or the like

A61F5/0089

Instruments for placement or removal

A61F5/0093

Rectal devices, e.g. for the treatment of haemorrhoids

A61F5/0096

Anti-rape devices

A61F5/01

Orthopaedic devices, e.g. splints, casts or braces

A61F5/0102

specially adapted for correcting deformities of the limbs or for supporting them; Ortheses, e.g. with articulations

A61F5/0104

without articulation

A61F5/0106

for the knees

A61F5/0109

Sleeve-like structures

A61F5/0111

for the feet or ankles

A61F5/0113

Drop-foot appliances

A61F5/0116

for connecting the feet to each other or to fixed surroundings A61F5/0193 takes precedence

A61F5/0118

for the arms, hands or fingers

A61F5/012

inflatable

A61F5/0123

for the knees A61F5/0106 takes precedence

A61F5/0125

the device articulating around a single pivot-point

A61F5/0127

for the feet A61F5/0111 takes precedence

A61F5/013

for the arms, hands or fingers A61F5/0118 takes precedence

A61F2005/0132

Additional features of the articulation

A61F2005/0134

with two orthogonal pivots

A61F2005/0137

with two parallel pivots

A61F2005/0139

geared

A61F2005/0141

with more than two parallel pivots

A61F2005/0144

Multibar

A61F2005/0146

combining rotational and sliding movements, e.g. simulating movements of a natural joint

A61F2005/0148

Floating pivotal axis

A61F2005/0151

combining rotational and torsional movements

A61F2005/0153

combining rotational and stretching movements

A61F2005/0155

with actuating means

A61F2005/0158

with locking means

A61F2005/016

in standing position

A61F2005/0162

when weight is applied

A61F2005/0165

with limits of movement

A61F2005/0167

adjustable

A61F2005/0169

with damping means

A61F2005/0172

with cushions

A61F2005/0174

laterally placed

A61F2005/0176

supporting the patella

A61F2005/0179

with spring means

A61F2005/0181

Protectors for articulations

A61F2005/0183

Hip protectors, e.g. for elderly people

A61F2005/0186

Thumb protectors

A61F2005/0188

having pressure sensors

A61F5/019

Toe correcting or spreading devices

A61F5/0193

Apparatus specially adapted for treating hip dislocation; Abduction splints

A61F5/0195

Shoe-like orthopaedic devices for protecting the feet against injuries after operations

A61F2005/0197

with spring means

A61F5/02

Orthopaedic corsets arm-rests for use as writing aids B43L15/00

A61F5/022

consisting of one or more shells

A61F5/024

having pressure pads connected in a frame for reduction or correction of the curvature of the spine

A61F5/026

Back straightening devices with shoulder braces to force back the shoulder to obtain a correct curvature of the spine for clavicle fractures A61F5/05808; restraining devices A61F5/37

A61F5/028

Braces for providing support to the lower back, e.g. lumbo sacral supports

A61F5/03

Corsets or bandages for abdomen, teat or breast support, with or without pads

trusses A61F5/24, pressure-pads A61F5/30

; brassieres A41C3/00

Bandages for support of breasts or abdomen are classified in group A61F13/14

A61F5/04

Devices for stretching or reducing fractured limbs

Devices for distractions

Splints

plaster of Paris bandages A61F13/04; with surgery A61B17/60

A61F5/042

for extension or stretching

A61F5/048

Traction splints

A61F5/05

for immobilising A61F5/0102 takes precedence

A61F5/055

Cervical collars

A61F5/058

Splints

A61F5/05808

Splints for clavicle fractures

A61F5/05816

Inflatable splints

A61F5/05825

Strips of substantially planar form

A61F5/05833

Splints rigidified by vacuum evacuation

A61F5/05841

for the limbs A61F5/05816, A61F5/05833 take precedence

A61F5/0585

for the legs toe correcting devices A61F5/019

A61F5/05858

for the arms restraining devices, e.g. slings A61F5/37

A61F5/05866

for wrists, hands, fingers or thumbs

A61F5/05875

for fingers

A61F5/05883

for the neck or head A61F5/05816, A61F5/05833 take precedence; cervical supports A61F5/055

A61F5/05891

for the head, e.g. jaws, nose nose correcting A61F5/08

A61F5/08

Devices for correcting deformities of the nose

; Devices for enlarging the nostril, e.g. for breathing improvement

A61F5/10

Devices for correcting deformities of the fingers

A61F5/11

Devices for correcting deformities of the nails

A61F5/14

Special medical insertions for shoes for flat-feet, club-feet or the like

A61F5/24

Trusses

A61F5/26

with belt springs

A61F5/28

Supports for trusses

A61F5/30

Pressure-pads corn-pads, corn-rings A61F13/06;

tourniquets A61B17/132

A61F5/32

Adjustable pressure pads

A61F5/34

Pressure pads filled with air or liquid valves specially adapted for medical use A61M39/00; connection of valves to inflatable elastic bodies B60C29/00;

valves per se

F16K

A61F5/37

Restraining devices for the body or for body parts

, e.g. slings

Restraining shirts

handcuffs E05B75/00

A61F5/3707

for the head cervical supports A61F5/055; splints A61F5/05883

A61F5/3715

for attaching the limbs to other parts of the body

A61F5/3723

for the arms

A61F5/373

for restricting the movement of the arm at the elbow

A61F5/3738

Slings

A61F5/3746

Jacket-like sling

A61F5/3753

Abduction support

A61F5/3761

for attaching the limbs to other objects A61F5/3769 takes precedence

A61F5/3769

for attaching the body to beds, wheel-chairs or the like

A61F5/3776

by means of a blanket or belts to chairs only A61F5/3792

A61F5/3784

directly connected to the trunk, e.g. with jacket

A61F5/3792

to chairs, e.g. wheelchairs A61F5/3784 takes precedence

A61F5/40

Suspensory bandages

A61F5/41

Devices for promoting penis erection penis implants A61F2/26; massage of the genitals A61H19/00

A61F2005/411

Penile supports

A61F2005/412

by vacuum means

A61F2005/414

by constricting means

A61F2005/415

by inflatable means

A61F2005/417

by vibrating means

A61F2005/418

by electrical stimulation

A61F5/44

Devices worn by the patient for reception of urine, faeces, catamenial or other discharge;

Portable urination aids

absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, A61F13/15; drainage appliances for wounds A61M27/00;

emptying devices for urine bags B65B69/0016

Colostomy devices adhesives for colostomy devices A61L24/00; materials for colostomy devices A61L28/00

A61F5/4401

with absorbent pads diapers A61F13/49

A61F2005/4402

disposable

A61F5/4404

Details or parts

A61F5/4405

Valves or valve arrangements specially adapted therefor A61F5/441 takes precedence; Fluid inlets or outlets A61F5/4407 takes precedence

A61F5/4407

Closure means other than valves

A61F5/4408

Means for securing receptacles or bags to the body otherwise than by adhesives, e.g. belts, straps or harnesses A61F5/449 takes precedence

A61F5/441

having

venting or

deodorant means, e.g. filters

; having antiseptic means, e.g. bacterial barriers

A61F2005/4415

venting by manual operation

A61F5/442

having irrigation ports or means irrigators A61M3/02

A61F5/443

having

adhesive seals for securing to the body, e.g. of

hydrocolloid type, e.g. gels, starches, karaya gums

adhesives or sealing pads therefor A61L24/00

A61F5/445

Colostomy,

ileostomy or urethrostomy

devices A61F5/441, A61F5/442, A61F5/443 take precedence

A61F2005/4455

Implantable

A61F5/448

Means for attaching bag to seal ring

A61F2005/4483

Convex pressure ring

A61F2005/4486

with operable locking ring

A61F5/449

Body securing means, e.g. belts, garments

A61F2005/4495

with floating-belt attaching ring

A61F5/451

Genital

or anal

receptacles A61F5/441, A61F5/442, A61F5/443 take precedence

; other body securing means A61F5/4408; devices for taking faeces samples A61B10/0038; devices for taking urine samples A61B10/007

A61F5/453

for collecting urine or other discharge from male member A61F6/04 takes precedence

; devices for taking sperm samples A61B10/0058

A61F5/455

for collecting urine or discharge from female member

A61F5/4553

placed in the vagina, e.g. for catamenial use pessaries A61F6/08; absorbent cups A61F13/2045

A61F5/4556

Portable urination aids, e.g. to allow females to urinate from a standing position

A61F5/48

Devices for preventing wetting or pollution of the bed

A61F5/485

Absorbent protective pads mattress underlays A47C21/06; bed linen A47G9/02

A61F5/50

Devices for preventing finger-sucking

A61F5/56

Devices for preventing snoring

by influencing the respiratory system by gas treatment A61M16/00

A61F2005/563

Anti-bruxisme

A61F5/566

Intra-oral devices

A61F5/58

Apparatus for correcting stammering or stuttering

A61F6/00

Contraceptive devices

Pessaries

Applicators therefor chemical aspects of contraception A61K

A61F6/005

Packages or dispensers for contraceptive devices

A61F6/02

for use by males A61F6/20 takes precedence

A61F6/04

Condoms, sheaths or the like

, e.g. combined with devices protecting against contagion

A61F2006/041

combined with a protective garment, e.g. underpants or mask

A61F2006/042

covering the mouth, e.g. oral condom

A61F2006/043

with more than one barrier

A61F2006/044

with absorbent material

A61F2006/045

with closing devices at the open end

A61F2006/046

for closing after use

A61F2006/047

with holding means

A61F2006/048

with surface protuberances

A61F2006/049

with strips to apply the condom

A61F6/06

for use by females A61F6/20 takes precedence

A61F6/065

Condom-like devices worn by females

A61F6/08

Pessaries, i.e. devices worn in the vagina to support the uterus, remedy a malposition or prevent conception

, e.g. combined with devices protecting against contagion

A61F6/12

Inserters or removers

A61F6/14

intra-uterine type

A61F6/142

Wirelike structures, e.g. loops, rings, spirals

A61F6/144

with T-configuration

A61F6/146

Occluders for the cervical canal occluding by internal devices A61B17/12022; dilators A61M29/00

A61F6/148

with sheet-like structure

A61F6/16

inflatable

A61F6/18

Inserters or removers

; Apparatus for loading an intra-uterine device into an insertion tube

A61F6/20

Vas deferens occluders

Fallopian occluders

A61F6/202

Means specially adapted for ligaturing, compressing or clamping of oviduct or vas deferens of tubular organs in general A61B17/12

A61F6/204

Clamp applying devices

A61F6/206

Clamps ligaturing clamps or clips A61B17/122

A61F6/208

Implements for ligaturing

A61F6/22

implantable in tubes

occluding by internal devices A61B17/12022

A61F6/225

transcervical

A61F6/24

characterised by valve means

A61F7/00

Heating or cooling appliances for medical or therapeutic treatment of the human body heating or cooling means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses A47C21/00

; massage, therapeutic baths A61H

; hyperthermia using electric or magnetic fields or ultrasound A61N; electric heating elements H05B

A61F2007/0001

Body part

A61F2007/0002

Head or parts thereof

A61F2007/0003

Face

A61F2007/0004

Eyes or part of the face surrounding the eyes

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Ears

A61F2007/0006

Nose

A61F2007/0007

Forehead, e.g. headbands

A61F2007/0008

Scalp

A61F2007/0009

Throat or neck

A61F2007/001

Throat only

A61F2007/0011

Neck only

A61F2007/0012

with means for support of the head

A61F2007/0013

Jaw

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Chin

A61F2007/0015

Cheeks

A61F2007/0017

Mouth

A61F2007/0018

Trunk or parts thereof

A61F2007/0019

Breast

A61F2007/002

Heart

A61F2007/0021

Female breast

A61F2007/0022

Abdomen

A61F2007/0023

Waist

A61F2007/0024

Back

A61F2007/0025

Higher part of back

A61F2007/0026

Middle part of back

A61F2007/0027

Lower part of back

A61F2007/0028

Rectum

A61F2007/0029

Arm or parts thereof

A61F2007/003

Shoulder

A61F2007/0031

Upper arm

A61F2007/0032

Elbow

A61F2007/0034

Lower arm

A61F2007/0035

Wrist

A61F2007/0036

Hand

A61F2007/0037

Finger

A61F2007/0038

Thumb

A61F2007/0039

Leg or parts thereof

A61F2007/004

Hip

A61F2007/0041

Upper leg

A61F2007/0042

Knee

A61F2007/0043

Lower leg, calf

A61F2007/0044

Ankle

A61F2007/0045

Foot

A61F2007/0046

Toe

A61F2007/0047

Sole

A61F2007/0048

Genitals

A61F2007/005

female

A61F2007/0051

Stumps after amputation

A61F2007/0052

for treatment of skin or hair

A61F7/0053

Cabins, rooms, chairs or units for treatment with a hot or cold circulating fluid

A61F2007/0054

with a closed fluid circuit, e.g. hot water

A61F2007/0055

of gas, e.g. hot air or steam

A61F2007/0056

for cooling

A61F2007/0057

of gas, e.g. air or carbon dioxide

A61F2007/0058

evaporating on or near the spot to be cooled

A61F2007/0059

with an open fluid circuit

A61F2007/006

of gas

A61F2007/0061

Using breath

A61F2007/0062

the gas being steam or water vapour

A61F2007/0063

for cooling

A61F2007/0064

of gas

A61F2007/0065

Causing evaporation

A61F2007/0067

of sweat

A61F2007/0068

evaporating on the spot to be cooled

A61F2007/0069

with return means

A61F7/007

characterised by electric heating

A61F2007/0071

using a resistor, e.g. near the spot to be heated

A61F2007/0072

remote from the spot to be heated

A61F2007/0073

thermistor

A61F2007/0074

PTC

A61F2007/0075

using a Peltier element, e.g. near the spot to be heated or cooled

A61F2007/0076

remote from the spot to be heated or cooled

A61F2007/0077

Details of power supply

A61F2007/0078

with a battery

A61F2007/0079

connectable to car battery

A61F2007/008

with a separate, portable battery pack

A61F2007/0081

Low voltage, e.g. using transformer

A61F2007/0082

D.C. A61F2007/0078 takes precedence

A61F2007/0084

using a solar cell

A61F7/0085

Devices for generating hot or cold treatment fluids

A61F2007/0086

with a thermostat

A61F2007/0087

Hand-held applicators

A61F2007/0088

Radiating heat

A61F2007/0089

Chemotherapy developing heat

A61F2007/009

with a varying magnetic field acting upon the human body, e.g. an implant therein

A61F2007/0091

inflatable

A61F2007/0092

with, or also with, a substance other than air

A61F2007/0093

programmed

A61F2007/0094

using a remote control

A61F2007/0095

with a temperature indicator

A61F2007/0096

with a thermometer

A61F7/0097

Blankets with active heating or cooling sources warming mats A61F7/08

A61F2007/0098

ways of manufacturing heating or cooling devices for therapy

A61F7/02

Compresses or poultices for effecting heating or cooling

A61F2007/0201

shaped as a doll

A61F2007/0203

Cataplasms, poultices or compresses, characterised by their contents; Bags therefor

A61F2007/0204

containing clay, mud, fango, sand, kaolin clay, volcanic or other inorganic granular solids

A61F2007/0206

containing organic solids or fibres

A61F2007/0207

Plants, dried plants, seeds or fruits

A61F2007/0209

Synthetics, e.g. plastics

A61F2007/0211

Granulars

A61F2007/0212

Foams

A61F2007/0214

Polymers, e.g. water absorbing

A61F2007/0215

containing liquids other than water

A61F2007/0217

Oils

A61F2007/0219

Gels

A61F2007/022

Bags therefor

A61F2007/0222

made of synthetics, e.g. plastics

A61F2007/0223

made of textiles

A61F2007/0225

connected to the body or a part thereof

A61F2007/0226

adhesive, self-sticking

A61F2007/0228

with belt or strap, e.g. with buckle

A61F2007/023

with pockets for receiving packs or pouches

A61F2007/0231

hook and loop-type fastener

A61F2007/0233

connected to or incorporated in clothing or garments A61F2007/023 takes precedence

A61F2007/0234

for the upper part of the trunk, e.g. bodice

A61F2007/0236

for the lower part of the trunk, e.g. panty

A61F2007/0238

in a pocket A61F2007/023 takes precedence

A61F2007/0239

using vacuum

A61F7/0241

Apparatus for the preparation of hot packs, hot compresses, cooling pads, e.g. heaters or refrigerators

A61F2007/0242

heated by microwaves

A61F2007/0244

with layers

A61F2007/0246

with a layer having high heat transfer capability

A61F2007/0247

Using a substance with high conductivity

A61F2007/0249

with a layer having low heat transfer capability

A61F2007/025

retaining air or other gas

A61F2007/0252

in closed compartments

A61F2007/0253

using a substance with low conductivity A61F2007/025 takes precedence

A61F2007/0255

with a reflective layer

A61F2007/0257

with a fluid impermeable layer

A61F2007/0258

with a fluid permeable layer

A61F2007/026

with a fluid absorbing layer

A61F2007/0261

medicated

A61F2007/0263

made of a substance with therapeutic action, e.g. copper or silver

A61F2007/0265

antiallergic

A61F2007/0266

without external heat source, i.e. using one's own body heat A61F2007/0061 takes precedence

A61F2007/0268

having a plurality of compartments being filled with a heat carrier heat packs stored in pockets A61F2007/023, A61F2007/0238

A61F2007/0269

with separable compartments, e.g. reconnectable

A61F2007/0271

Permanently separable compartments, e.g. with rupturable portions

A61F2007/0273

with openings in the walls between the compartments serving as passageways for the filler flowing in circuits A61F2007/0054, A61F2007/0059

A61F2007/0274

the walls being reduced to spot connections, e.g. spot welds

A61F2007/0276

with separate compartments connectable by rupturing a wall or membrane

A61F2007/0277

Other details of hot water bottles, heat packs or cold packs

A61F2007/0279

Removable covers or sleeves pockets connected to the body or parts thereof A61F2007/023, A61F2007/0238

A61F2007/028

Devices for wringing

A61F2007/0282

for particular medical treatments or effects

A61F2007/0284

Treatment of stings or bites

A61F2007/0285

Local anaesthetic effect

A61F2007/0287

Preventing negative effects of chemotherapy

A61F2007/0288

during operations

A61F2007/029

Fat cell removal or destruction by non-ablative heat treatment

A61F2007/0292

using latent heat produced or absorbed during phase change of materials, e.g. of super-cooled solutions

A61F2007/0293

Triggers, activators or catalysts therefor

A61F2007/0295

for heating or cooling or use at more than one temperature

A61F2007/0296

Intervals of heating alternated with intervals of cooling

A61F2007/0298

with a section for heating and a section for cooling

A61F7/03

thermophore, i.e. self-heating,

e.g. using a chemical reaction

A61F7/032

using oxygen from the air, e.g. pocket-stoves

A61F7/034

Flameless

A61F2007/036

Fuels

A61F2007/038

Carbon or charcoal, e.g. active

A61F7/08

Warming pads, pans or mats A61F7/02 takes precedence

Hot-water bottles

A61F2007/083

with an outlets tube, e.g. for enema or irrigation

A61F7/086

Closures; Filling openings

A61F7/10

Cooling bags, e.g. ice-bags

A61F2007/101

for cooling organs in the body before or during surgery

A61F7/103

refillable

A61F2007/105

Closures specially adapted for icebags or packs

A61F7/106

self-cooling, e.g. using a chemical reaction

A61F2007/108

Cold packs, i.e. devices to be cooled or frozen in refrigerator or freezing compartment

A61F7/12

Devices for heating or cooling internal body cavities

A61F7/123

using a flexible balloon containing the thermal element

A61F2007/126

for invasive application, e.g. for introducing into blood vessels

A61F9/00

Treatment or protection of the eyes or ears

Substitution by other senses

A61F9/00

Methods or devices for treatment of the eyes

Devices for putting-in contact lenses

Devices to correct squinting

Apparatus to guide the blind

Protective devices for the eyes, carried on the body or in the hand caps with means for protecting the eyes A42B1/018; visors for helmets A42B3/22;

retractors A61B17/02; manipulators specially adapted for use in surgery A61B34/70

; appliances to aid invalids to move about A61H3/00;

exercisers for the eyes A61H5/00

; eye baths A61H35/02; sunglasses or goggles having the same features as spectacles G02C

A61F9/0008

Introducing ophthalmic products into the ocular cavity or retaining products therein putting in contact lenses A61F9/0061; introducing or retaining media in cavities of the body in general A61M31/00

A61F9/0017

implantable in, or in contact with, the eye, e.g. ocular inserts

A61F9/0026

Ophthalmic product dispenser attachments to facilitate positioning near the eye

A61F2009/0035

Devices for immobilising a patient's head with respect to the instrument

A61F2009/0043

by supporting the instrument on the patient's head, e.g. head bands

A61F2009/0052

the instrument being supported on the patient's eye

A61F9/0061

Devices for putting-in contact lenses

A61F9/007

Methods or devices for eye surgery

A61F9/00709

Instruments for removing foreign bodies for removal of intra-ocular material A61F9/00736

A61F9/00718

Restoration of lid function

A61F9/00727

Apparatus for retinal reattachment

A61F9/00736

Instruments for removal of intra-ocular material or intra-ocular injection, e.g. cataract instruments A61F9/008 takes precedence

A61F9/00745

using mechanical vibrations, e.g. ultrasonic

A61F9/00754

for cutting or perforating the anterior lens capsule, e.g. capsulotomes

A61F9/00763

with rotating or reciprocating cutting elements, e.g. concentric cutting needles atherectomy cutting instruments A61B17/3207; endoscopic cutting instruments A61B17/320016

A61F9/00772

Apparatus for restoration of tear ducts

A61F9/00781

Apparatus for modifying intraocular pressure, e.g. for glaucoma treatment drainage implants in general A61M27/002

A61F9/0079

using non-laser electromagnetic radiation, e.g. non-coherent light or microwaves

A61F9/008

using laser

A61F9/00802

for photoablation

A61F9/00804

Refractive treatments

A61F9/00806

Correction of higher orders

A61F9/00808

Inducing higher orders, e.g. for correction of presbyopia

A61F9/0081

Transplantation

A61F9/00812

Inlays; Onlays; Intraocular lenses [IOL]

A61F9/00814

Laser features or special beam parameters therefor

A61F9/00817

Beam shaping with masks

A61F9/00819

with photoablatable masks

A61F9/00821

for coagulation

A61F9/00823

Laser features or special beam parameters therefor

A61F9/00825

for photodisruption

A61F9/00827

Refractive correction, e.g. lenticle

A61F9/00829

Correction of higher orders

A61F9/00831

Transplantation

A61F9/00834

Inlays; Onlays; Intraocular lenses [IOL]

A61F9/00836

Flap cutting

A61F9/00838

Correction of presbyopia

A61F9/0084

Laser features or special beam parameters therefor

A61F2009/00842

Permanent Structural Change [PSC] in index of refraction; Limit between ablation and plasma ignition

A61F2009/00844

Feedback systems

A61F2009/00846

Eyetracking

A61F2009/00848

based on wavefront

A61F2009/00851

Optical coherence topography [OCT]

A61F2009/00853

Laser thermal keratoplasty or radial keratotomy

A61F2009/00855

Calibration of the laser system

A61F2009/00857

considering biodynamics

A61F2009/00859

considering nomograms

A61F2009/00861

adapted for treatment at a particular location

A61F2009/00863

Retina

A61F2009/00865

Sclera

A61F2009/00868

Ciliary muscles or trabecular meshwork

A61F2009/0087

Lens

A61F2009/00872

Cornea

A61F2009/00874

Vitreous

A61F2009/00876

Iris

A61F2009/00878

Planning

A61F2009/0088

based on wavefront

A61F2009/00882

based on topography

A61F2009/00885

for treating a particular disease

A61F2009/00887

Cataract

A61F2009/00889

Capsulotomy

A61F2009/00891

Glaucoma

A61F2009/00893

Keratoconus

A61F2009/00895

Presbyopia

A61F2009/00897

Scanning mechanisms or algorithms

A61F9/009

Auxiliary devices making contact with the eyeball and coupling in laser light,

e.g. goniolenses apparatus for eye examination A61B3/0008

A61F9/013

Instruments

for compensation of ocular refraction A61F9/008 takes precedence

; Instruments for use in cornea removal, for reshaping or performing incisions in the cornea

A61F9/0133

Knives or scalpels specially adapted therefor

A61F9/0136

Mechanical markers

A61F9/02

Goggles

breathing masks A62B18/00; swimming goggles A63B33/002; diving masks B63C11/12

A61F2009/021

Goggles with prescription spectacle lenses

A61F9/022

Use of special optical filters, e.g. multiple layers, filters for protection against laser light or light from nuclear explosions, screens with different filter properties on different parts of the screen; Rotating slit-discs optical filters per se

G02B5/20

A61F9/023

with variable transmission, e.g. photochromic for welding A61F9/067

A61F9/024

Rotating discs with slits, e.g. stroboscopes

A61F9/025

Special attachment of screens, e.g. hinged, removable; Roll-up protective layers

A61F9/026

Paddings; Cushions; Fittings to the face

A61F9/027

Straps; Buckles; Attachment of headbands

A61F9/028

Ventilation means

A61F9/029

Additional functions or features, e.g. protection for other parts of the face such as ears, nose or mouth; Screen wipers or cleaning devices

A61F9/04

Eye-masks

; Devices to be worn on the face, not intended for looking through; Eye-pads for sunbathing eye-bandages A61F13/12; protective face-masks A41D13/11; protectors for shampooing A45D

A61F9/045

Eye-shades or visors; Shields beside, between or below the eyes caps with means for protecting the eyes A42B1/018

A61F9/06

Masks, shields or hoods for welders safety devices for welding in general F16P1/00

A61F9/061

with movable shutters, e.g. filter discs; Actuating means therefor

A61F9/062

with movable polarising filter discs

A61F9/064

with two windows, one for viewing and one for use during the welding process

A61F9/065

use of particular optical filters A61F9/022, A61F9/062 take precedence

A61F9/067

with variable transmission

A61F9/068

with supply or suction of gas, air or smoke inside or outside the welding hood

A61F9/08

Devices or methods enabling eye-patients to replace direct visual perception by another kind of perception

A61F11/00

Methods or devices for treatment of the ears or hearing sense implantable prostheses that substitute or replace internal ear parts, e.g. ear-drums, A61F2/18; methods or devices to cause a change in the state of auditory consciousness A61M21/00; electrotherapy applying electrical stimulation of the auditory system, or circuits therefor A61N1/36; radiotherapy using optical stimulation of the auditory system A61N5/06; electro-acoustic hearing aids H04R25/00

Non-electric hearing aids

Methods or devices for enabling ear patients to achieve auditory perception through physiological senses other than hearing sense

Protective devices for the ears, carried on the body or in the hand headwear, e.g. caps or helmets, with means for protecting the ears A42B1/0188, A42B3/16

A61F11/006

Ear cleaners, e.g. curettes cotton tips A61F13/38; cleaning by suction A61M1/71, by irrigation A61M3/02

A61F11/04

Methods or devices for enabling ear patients to achieve auditory perception through physiological senses other than hearing sense, e.g. through the touch sense

electronic stimulation of auditory nerves A61N1/36036

A61F11/045

using mechanical stimulation of nerves

A61F11/06

Protective devices for the ears

A61F11/08

internal, e.g. earplugs

A61F11/085

including an inner channel

A61F11/10

inflatable or expandable

A61F11/12

External mounting means

A61F11/14

external, e.g. earcaps or earmuffs

A61F11/145

electric, e.g. for active noise reduction

A61F11/20

Ear surgery

A61F11/202

Surgical middle-ear ventilation or drainage, e.g. permanent; Implants therefor

A61F11/30

Non-electric hearing aids, e.g. ear trumpets, sound amplifiers or ear-shells

A61F13/00

Bandages, dressings or absorbent pads

First-aid kits

A61F13/00

Bandages or dressings suspensory bandages A61F5/40;

contact-avoiding wound protectors A61F15/008; bandages or dressings with incorporated medicaments A61L15/44, A61M35/006; radioactive dressings A61N5/1029

Absorbent pads chemical aspects of, or use of materials for, bandages, dressings or absorbent pads A61L15/00;

absorbent pads for tracheostomy A61M16/047

A61F13/00004

Non-adhesive dressings

A61F13/00008

characterized by the material

A61F13/00012

being made of natural material, e.g. cellulose-, protein-, collagen-based

A61F13/00017

synthetic, e.g. polymer based

A61F13/00021

characterized by the structure of the dressing

A61F13/00025

made of a single layer

A61F13/00029

made of multiple layers

A61F13/00034

characterized by a property

A61F13/00038

Flexibility, stretchability or elasticity

A61F13/00042

Absorbency

A61F13/00046

Air-vapor permeability

A61F13/00051

Accessories for dressings

A61F13/00055

Saturation indicators

A61F13/00059

provided with visual effects, e.g. printed or colored

A61F13/00063

comprising medicaments or additives, e.g. odor control, PH control, debriding, antimicrobic drug delivery dressings A61K9/70; chemical aspect of the additives A61L15/00

A61F13/00068

specially adapted for application or removal of fluid, e.g. irrigation or drainage of wounds, under-pressure wound-therapy A61F13/0216 takes precedence; drainage appliances for wounds in general A61M27/00

A61F13/00072

Packaging of dressings

A61F13/00076

Packaging of adhesive dressings

A61F13/0008

having means for facilitating the removal of the packaging and release liner

A61F13/00085

having means for facilitating the application on the skin, e.g. single hand handling facilities A61F13/0259 takes precedence; bandage applicators separate from the bandage or the packaging A61F15/005

A61F2013/00089

Wound bandages A61F2013/00361 takes precedence;

A61F2013/00093

tubular

A61F2013/00097

net structure

A61F2013/00102

oblong

A61F2013/00106

emergency bandages, e.g. for first aid

A61F2013/0011

spray

A61F2013/00114

with check valve, e.g. for traumatic pneumothorax

A61F2013/00119

elastic

A61F2013/00123

with elastic indicator

A61F2013/00127

fixation means

A61F2013/00131

elasticity distribution

A61F2013/00136

anisotropy

A61F2013/0014

non-linearity

A61F2013/00144

transversal distribution

A61F2013/00148

longitudinal distribution

A61F2013/00153

coloured or with decoration pattern or printing

A61F2013/00157

for burns or skin transplants A61F2013/00187 takes precedence; not adhering to the wound A61F2013/00217

A61F2013/00161

with wax, e.g. petroleum or bees- ; treated with lubricants A61F2013/00331

A61F2013/00165

not touching the wound

A61F2013/0017

possibility of applying fluid

A61F2013/00174

possibility of applying pressure

A61F2013/00178

hand-held CO₂ cylinder, e.g. sparklet

A61F2013/00182

with transparent part

A61F2013/00187

insulating; warmth or cold applying

A61F2013/00191

cooled by evaporation

A61F2013/00195

electric warmer

A61F2013/002

with temperature control

A61F2013/00204

insulating

A61F2013/00208

by a high viscosity, low conductivity liquid

A61F2013/00212

infra-red absorbing or reflecting

A61F2013/00217

not adhering to the wound with wax A61F2013/00161

A61F2013/00221

biodegradable, non-irritating

A61F2013/00225

with non-degradable reinforcing layer, net or mesh absorbent core with a reinforcing structure, e.g. net A61F2013/53463

A61F2013/00229

with alginate

A61F2013/00234

metallic layer

A61F2013/00238

characterised by way of knitting or weaving

A61F2013/00242

to avoiding fraying or pilling lint-free, i.e. non-linting or frying A61F2013/00348

A61F2013/00246

in a special way pervious to air or vapours

A61F2013/00251

with macroscopic openings

A61F2013/00255

with pores

A61F2013/00259

thin film

A61F2013/00263

vapour permeability >500 g/m2/24h

A61F2013/00268

impervious, i.e. occlusive bandage

A61F2013/00272

protection of the body or articulation safety barrier for protection of the operator A61F2013/00297; protecting the body against ulcers A61F2013/15024; protection in contaminated, e.g. NBC or industrial toxic ambience A61F2013/15065

A61F2013/00276

for itching skin

A61F2013/0028

applying of mechanical pressure; passive massage

A61F2013/00285

medication confinement

A61F2013/00289

easy removing of the protection sheet

A61F2013/00293

anallergic or hypoallergic material

A61F2013/00297

safety barrier for protection of the operator protection of the body or articulation A61F2013/00272; protecting the body against ulcers A61F2013/15024; protection in contaminated, e.g. NBC or industrial toxic ambience A61F2013/15065; prophylaxis A61F2013/15081

A61F2013/00302

devices for handling dressings

A61F2013/00306

dressing for protection of the operator during surgical procedure

A61F2013/0031

for handling common life objects, e.g. telephone prophylaxis A61F2013/15081

A61F2013/00314

with surface treatments

A61F2013/00319

to make surface hydrophobic

A61F2013/00323

to make surface hydrophilic

A61F2013/00327

to create projections or depressions in surface

A61F2013/00331

lubricants with wax, e.g. petroleum or bees- A61F2013/00161; not adhering to the wound A61F2013/00217; lubricant top layers A61F2013/51073

A61F2013/00336

polymeric resins

A61F2013/0034

with triboelectric materials

A61F2013/00344

for increasing oxygen partial pressure

A61F2013/00348

lint-free, i.e. non-linting or frying A61F2013/00242 takes precedence

A61F2013/00353

for red nails, in-grown nails or felons (inflamed digits )

A61F2013/00357

implanted wound fillings or covers membranes for covering bone defects A61F2/2846

A61F2013/00361

Plasters

A61F2013/00365

use

A61F2013/0037

for cosmesis

A61F2013/00374

against wrinkles, e.g. face lift

A61F2013/00378

coloured as the skin coloured black or yellow, or with pattern or printing A61F2013/00153

A61F2013/00382

reconstructing the body shape prosthetic device A61F2013/00574

A61F2013/00387

skin protection protection of the body or articulation A61F2013/00272; safety barrier for protection of the operator A61F2013/00297; for protection of suture stitches A61F2013/00455; protection of wound surround A61F2013/00825

A61F2013/00391

from irradiation, e.g. sun

A61F2013/00395

from skin abrasion

A61F2013/004

from liquid water

A61F2013/00404

against blisters or bed sores

A61F2013/00408

shield for protection against hypodermic needles

A61F2013/00412

for use with needles, tubes or catheters

A61F2013/00417

pierced by needle

A61F2013/00421

with double adhesive layer with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; with adhesive connecting means A61F2013/00561; adhesives for plasters A61F2013/00655; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with permeable adhesive layers A61F2013/00761; different adhesion of different adhesive layers A61F2013/00804; changing the adhesion force with strain value A61F2013/00838

A61F2013/00425

for removing of external skin layer, e.g. prepping

A61F2013/00429

for conducting tests

A61F2013/00434

Epicutaneous test

A61F2013/00438

blood tests

A61F2013/00442

using electrodes

A61F2013/00446

for oriental medicine

A61F2013/00451

for surgical sutures, e.g. butterfly type

A61F2013/00455

for protection of suture stitches protection of the body or articulation A61F2013/00272; safety barrier for protection of the operator A61F2013/00297; skin protection A61F2013/00387; protection of wound surround A61F2013/00825

A61F2013/00459

with cyano-acrylic adhesive adhesives for mucosae A61F2013/00714 or for use on wounds A61F2013/00719

A61F2013/00463

haemostatic

A61F2013/00468

applying local pressure

A61F2013/00472

with chemical means

A61F2013/00476

for nose

A61F2013/0048

for toes for red nails, in-grown nails or felons A61F2013/00353

A61F2013/00485

treating of athlete's foot

A61F2013/00489

for bracing or strapping

A61F2013/00493

torso

A61F2013/00497

eye patch

A61F2013/00502

for eyelids

A61F2013/00506

for treating warts

A61F2013/0051

for treating insect bite

A61F2013/00514

ticks

A61F2013/00519

for treating burn bandages for burns or skin transplants A61F2013/00157

A61F2013/00523

with hydrogel wound bandages with alginate A61F2013/00229; adhesive for plasters; with hydrogel A61F2013/00676; water-based A61F2013/00689; for use on mucosae A61F2013/00714; for use on wounds A61F2013/00719; wound humidity control with hydrocolloids or superabsorbers A61F2013/00748; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with fumed silica A61F2013/00787; with viscoelastic oil-elastomer gel A61F2013/00893

A61F2013/00527

artificial skin

A61F2013/00531

for exfoliation enzymes therefor A61F2013/00927

A61F2013/00536

for draining or irrigating wounds

A61F2013/0054

for deep wounds

A61F2013/00544

form or structure

A61F2013/00548

net wound bandages with net structure A61F2013/00097

A61F2013/00553

with detachable parts

A61F2013/00557

detachable absorbent pad

A61F2013/00561

with adhesive connecting means plasters with a double adhesive layer A61F2013/00421; with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; adhesives for plasters A61F2013/00655; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with permeable adhesive layers A61F2013/00761; different adhesion of different adhesive layers A61F2013/00804; changing the adhesion force with strain value A61F2013/00838

A61F2013/00565

with hook and loop-type fastener connecting means

A61F2013/0057

with openable cover

A61F2013/00574

shaped as a body part A61F2013/00187 take precedence; use of plasters A61F2013/00365; containing means for different purposes A61F2013/00902

A61F2013/00578

conformable; soft or flexible, e.g. elastomeric

A61F2013/00582

Properties of backing

A61F2013/00587

Thickness

A61F2013/00591

breaking stress or force

A61F2013/00595

breaking strain or extension

A61F2013/006

Elastic modulus

A61F2013/00604

Multilayer

A61F2013/00608

with reinforcing layers

A61F2013/00612

with different thickness

A61F2013/00617

with different hardness

A61F2013/00621

cast

A61F2013/00625

in situ

A61F2013/00629

on a model

A61F2013/00634

foam

A61F2013/00638

Gel

A61F2013/00642

soluble, e.g. in water

A61F2013/00646

Medication patches, e.g. transcutaneous

A61F2013/00651

tapered, bevelled or chamfered

A61F2013/00655

adhesive wound bandages with alginate A61F2013/00229; plasters with a double adhesive layer A61F2013/00421; with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; plasters for treating burn with hydrogel A61F2013/00523; with adhesive connecting means A61F2013/00561; adhesive for plasters, with hydrogel A61F2013/00676; for use on mucosae A61F2013/00714; for use on wounds A61F2013/00719; wound humidity control with hydrocolloids or superabsorbers A61F2013/00748; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with fumed silica A61F2013/00787; with viscoelastic oil-elastomer gel A61F2013/00893; with permeable adhesive layers A61F2013/00761; different adhesion of different adhesive layers A61F2013/00804; changing the adhesion force with strain value A61F2013/00838

A61F2013/00659

polymeric base

A61F2013/00663

acrylic

A61F2013/00668

Ether

A61F2013/00672

cyano-acrylic

A61F2013/00676

hydrogel

A61F2013/0068

cross-linked by radiations, e.g. electron beam

A61F2013/00685

soluble in liquid, e.g. of particular pH

A61F2013/00689

water-based

A61F2013/00693

oil-based

A61F2013/00697

elastomer-, e.g. rubber- based

A61F2013/00702

silicon-based

A61F2013/00706

basis weight

A61F2013/0071

containing active agent

A61F2013/00714

adhesives for mucosae

A61F2013/00719

adhesives for use on wounds

A61F2013/00723

non-adhesive skin fixation

A61F2013/00727

means for wound humidity control

A61F2013/00731

with absorbing pads

A61F2013/00736

containing zeolites

A61F2013/0074

containing foams

A61F2013/00744

containing non-woven

A61F2013/00748

with hydrocolloids or superabsorbers wound bandages with alginate A61F2013/00229; plasters with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; plasters for treating burn with hydrogel A61F2013/00523; adhesive for plasters, with hydrogel A61F2013/00676; water-based A61F2013/00689; for use on mucosae A61F2013/00714; for use on wounds A61F2013/00719; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with fumed silica A61F2013/00787; with viscoelastic oil-elastomer gel A61F2013/00893

A61F2013/00753

superabsorbent fabric of cloth

A61F2013/00757

with absorbent adhesives

A61F2013/00761

with permeable adhesive layers

A61F2013/00765

continuous layer

A61F2013/0077

arranged in lines

A61F2013/00774

arranged in discrete dots

A61F2013/00778

porous layers

A61F2013/00782

with macroscopic openings

A61F2013/00787

fumed silica

A61F2013/00791

device for evaporation of essudates

A61F2013/00795

special helping devices

A61F2013/008

easy removing of the protection sheet

A61F2013/00804

different adhesion of different adhesive layers plasters with a double adhesive layer A61F2013/00421; with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; with adhesive connecting means A61F2013/00561; adhesives for plasters A61F2013/00655; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with permeable adhesive layers A61F2013/00761; changing the adhesion force with strain value A61F2013/00838

A61F2013/00808

force step in removing the protection layer

A61F2013/00812

perforate or breakable zones

A61F2013/00817

handles or handling tabs

A61F2013/00821

with hinge means

A61F2013/00825

protection of wound surround protecting the body against ulcers A61F2013/15024; protection in contaminated, e.g. NBC or industrial toxic ambience A61F2013/15065; prophylaxis A61F2013/15081; protection of the body or articulation A61F2013/00272; safety barrier for protection of the operator A61F2013/00297; skin protection A61F2013/00387; for protection of suture stitches A61F2013/00455

A61F2013/00829

rigid or semi-rigid backing

A61F2013/00834

as a frame

A61F2013/00838

changing the adhesion force with strain value plasters with a double adhesive layer A61F2013/00421; with cyano-acrylic adhesive A61F2013/00459; with adhesive connecting means A61F2013/00561; adhesives for plasters A61F2013/00655; with absorbent adhesives A61F2013/00757; with permeable adhesive layers A61F2013/00761; different adhesion of different adhesive layers A61F2013/00804

A61F2013/00842

for tearing off dressing of desired size

A61F2013/00846

with transparent or translucent part

A61F2013/00851

with grid or reference marks

A61F2013/00855

pervious to air or vapours wound bandages in a special way pervious to air or vapour A61F2013/00246

A61F2013/00859

with macroscopic openings

A61F2013/00863

with pores

A61F2013/00868

thin film

A61F2013/00872

with controlled oxygen permeability

A61F2013/00876

vapour permeability >500 g/mg/24h

A61F2013/0088

adjustable to a predetermined value

A61F2013/00885

impervious, i.e. occlusive bandage

A61F2013/00889

waterproof

A61F2013/00893

viscoelastic oil-elastomer gel adhesives based on oil A61F2013/00693; on rubber A61F2013/00697; hydrogel-based adhesives for plasters A61F2013/00676

A61F2013/00897

package for individual plaster

A61F2013/00902

containing means

A61F2013/00906

for transcutaneous or transdermal drugs application

A61F2013/0091

with disinfecting or anaesthetics means, e.g. anti-mycrobic

A61F2013/00914

with deodorising or perfuming means

A61F2013/00919

for physical therapy, e.g. cold or magnetic

A61F2013/00923

triboelectricity wound bandages with triboelectric materials A61F2013/0034

A61F2013/00927

with biological activity, e.g. enzymes for debriding wounds or others, collagen or growth factors

A61F2013/00931

chitin

A61F2013/00936

metal wound bandages with a metallic layer A61F2013/00234

A61F2013/0094

for sensing physical parameters plasters for conducting test A61F2013/00429

A61F2013/00944

humidity; moisture

A61F2013/00948

Ph, e.g. acid

A61F2013/00953

temperature

A61F2013/00957

pressure

A61F2013/00961

electrical conductivity

A61F2013/00965

microbiological activity

A61F2013/0097

oxygen content

A61F2013/00974

for writing or drawing, e.g. labels

A61F2013/00978

attachments assembly for prosthesis; pouch, e.g. ostomy

A61F2013/00982

anallergic or hypoallergic material

A61F13/00987

Apparatus or processes for manufacturing non-adhesive dressings or bandages

A61F13/00991

for treating webs, e.g. for moisturising, coating, impregnating or applying powder

A61F13/00995

for mechanical treatments

A61F13/02

Adhesive plasters or dressings A61F13/06 - A61F13/15 take precedence;

for diagnosis, e.g. allergy test patches, A61B10/0035

; surgical adhesives or cements A61L24/00;

for transdermal drug administration A61M35/00

A61F13/0203

having a fluid handling member

A61F13/0206

the fluid handling member being absorbent fibrous layer, e.g. woven or nonwoven absorbent pad, island dressings

A61F13/0209

comprising superabsorbent material

A61F13/0213

the fluid handling member being a layer of hydrocoloid, gel forming material

A61F13/0216

the fluid handling member being non absorbent, e.g. for use with sub- or over-pressure therapy, wound drainage or wound irrigation systems

A61F13/022

having more than one layer with different fluid handling characteristics

A61F13/0223

characterized by parametric properties of the fluid handling layer, e.g. absorbency, wicking capacity, liquid distribution

A61F13/0226

characterised by the support layer

A61F13/023

wound covering film layers without a fluid handling layer

A61F13/0233

characterised by the oclusive layer skin contacting layer

A61F13/0236

characterised by the application/handling support layer

A61F13/024

the application or handling support layer being removable

A61F13/0243

characterised by the properties of the skin contacting layer, e.g. air-vapor permeability

A61F13/0246

characterised by the skin adhering layer

A61F13/025

having a special distribution arrangement of the adhesive

A61F13/0253

characterized by the adhesive material

A61F13/0256

characterized by the parametric properties of the adhesive

A61F13/0259

characterised by the release liner covering the skin adhering layer

A61F13/0263

especially adapted for island dressings

A61F13/0266

especially adapted for wound covering/occlusive dressings

A61F13/0269

Tapes for dressing attachment for stoma bags A61F5/443; for nappies or sanitary towels A61F13/58; wound closure tapes A61B17/085; for surgical drapes A61B46/00; attaching catheters A61M25/02

A61F13/0273

Adhesive bandages for winding around limb, trunk or head, e.g. cohesive

A61F13/0276

Apparatus or processes for manufacturing adhesive dressings or bandages

A61F13/0279

by attaching individual patches on moving webs

A61F13/0283

for making adhesive or cohesive tape or fabrics therefor, e.g. coating or mechanical treatments

A61F13/0286

manufacturing of non adhesive dressings

A61F13/0289

manufacturing of adhesive dressings

A61F13/0293

manufacturing of plaster of Paris

A61F2013/0296

for making transdermal patches (chemical processes excluded)

A61F13/04

Plaster of Paris bandages

Other stiffening bandages A61F13/06 - A61F13/15 take precedence

A61F13/041

Accessories for stiffening bandages, e.g. cast liners, heel-pieces

A61F13/043

Shoe-like cast covers; Cast socks A61F15/004 takes precedence; shoe-like orthopaedic devices for protecting the feet against injuries after operations A61F5/0195; walking soles A61F13/045

A61F13/045

Walking soles or heels

A61F13/046

Incorporated ventilation or cooling devices

A61F13/048

Braces for connecting two cast parts, e.g. hinged cast braces ortheses A61F5/0102

A61F13/06

specially adapted for feet or legs

Corn-pads

Corn-rings

A61F13/061

for knees incorporating non-textile reinforcing elements, e.g. springs or stays, A61F5/0111; Patella supports

A61F13/062

Openable readjustable

A61F13/063

Corn-pads; Corn-rings

A61F13/064

for feet incorporating non-textile reinforcing elements, e.g. springs or stays A61F5/0111; corn-pads, corn-rings A61F13/063

A61F13/065

Looped bandages around the forefoot A61F13/068 takes precedence

A61F13/066

for the ankle

A61F13/067

for the sole of the foot rigid shoe insertions for supporting the sole A61F5/14

A61F13/068

for the toes toe correcting or spreading devices A61F5/019

A61F13/069

Decubitus ulcer bandages

A61F13/08

Elastic stockings

for contracting aneurisms

A61F13/085

Openable readjustable

A61F13/10

specially adapted for fingers, hands, or arms

Finger-stalls

Nail-protectors

restraining devices for arms A61F5/37; shoulder bandages A61F13/14

A61F13/101

for the elbow, e.g. decubitus ulcer bandages A61F13/107 takes precedence

A61F13/102

Openable readjustable

A61F13/104

for the hands or fingers A61F13/107 takes precedence

A61F13/105

for the fingers; Finger-stalls; Nail-protectors devices for correcting deformities of the nails A61F5/11

A61F13/107

for wrist support incorporating non-textile reinforcing elements, e.g. springs or metal braces A61F5/0118; Compression devices for tennis elbow (epicondylitis)

A61F13/108

Openable readjustable

A61F13/12

specially adapted for the head or neck

A61F13/122

specially adapted for the face

A61F13/124

specially adapted for the eyes

A61F13/126

specially adapted for the nose

A61F13/128

specially adapted for the neck

A61F13/14

specially adapted for the breast or abdomen corsets or bandages for support of breast or abdomen A61F5/03

A61F13/141

Milk breast pads

A61F13/143

Thorax bandages or bandaging garments

A61F13/145

specially adapted for the female anatomy

A61F13/146

Shoulder bandages or bandaging garments

A61F13/148

Abdomen bandages or bandaging garments

A61F13/15

Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body non-absorbent catamenial receptacles A61F5/44

Supporting or fastening means therefor

Tampon applicators

A61F2013/15008

characterized by the use

A61F2013/15016

for breast; pads for bras

A61F2013/15024

for protecting the body against ulcers

A61F2013/15032

as umbilical bandage

A61F2013/1504

for avoiding contact with umbilical region

A61F2013/15048

for protection against contamination, or protection in using body disinfecting wipes

A61F2013/15056

for the protection for furniture, e.g. car seats, chairs, beds

A61F2013/15065

for protecting in contaminated ambience, e.g. NBC or industrial chemicals

A61F2013/15073

as drapes

A61F2013/15081

as prophylaxis

A61F2013/15089

as facial prophylaxis

A61F2013/15097

as genital prophylaxis

A61F2013/15105

as contraceptive, e.g. condom

A61F2013/15113

for haemorrhoids

A61F2013/15121

for mild incontinence

A61F2013/1513

for anal discharge

A61F2013/15138

for flatus, i.e. gas

A61F2013/15146

for urine collection

A61F2013/15154

for hospitalised patients

A61F2013/15162

for jaundice phototherapy, i.e. UV light-permeable or transparent materials

A61F2013/1517

for puerperae, i.e. after childbirth

A61F2013/15178

for prevention and therapy of hip dysplasia or subluxation

A61F2013/15186

for animals

A61F2013/15195

as swimwear

A61F13/15203

Properties of the article, e.g. stiffness or absorbency chemical aspects A61L15/00

A61F13/15211

soluble or disintegratable in liquid

A61F2013/15219

by mechanical separation of water resistant parts

A61F2013/15227

by its solubility in particular Ph solution

A61F2013/15235

by its solubility in water

A61F2013/15243

printed or coloured, e.g. to match skin

A61F13/15252

compostable or biodegradable

A61F2013/1526

compostable

A61F13/15268

reusable with separable parts A61F13/505

A61F2013/15276

washable

A61F2013/15284

characterized by quantifiable properties

A61F2013/15292

Resistance, i.e. modulus or strength

A61F2013/153

in dry conditions

A61F2013/15308

in wet conditions, i.e. wet strength

A61F2013/15317

Wet compressibility, i.e. void volume/gr

A61F2013/15325

Stress relaxation or compression recovery

A61F2013/15333

to hot, e.g. 90 decC washing procedures

A61F2013/15341

to fire or flame

A61F2013/15349

with controlled smoke emission

A61F2013/15357

Stiffness, e.g. Taber rigidity

A61F2013/15365

Dimensions

A61F2013/15373

Calliper, i.e. thickness

A61F2013/15382

Reduced thickness

A61F2013/1539

being expandable

A61F2013/15398

for giving the illusion of a thick absorbent pad

A61F2013/15406

Basis weight

A61F2013/15414

Bulk thickness

A61F2013/15422

Density

A61F2013/1543

with a density gradient in the horizontal plane

A61F2013/15439

with a density gradient in the vertical plane

A61F2013/15447

Fibre dimension, e.g. denier or tex

A61F2013/15455

Volume-to-fibre surface area ratio

A61F2013/15463

Absorbency

A61F2013/15471

Total capacity

A61F2013/15479

Drip capacity

A61F2013/15487

Capillary properties, e.g. wicking

A61F2013/15495

pore dimension

A61F2013/15504

with a porosity gradient in the vertical or horizontal plane

A61F2013/15512

with specific hydrophilicity

A61F2013/1552

with specific diffusion velocity

A61F2013/15528

with specific capillary or osmotic pressure

A61F2013/15536

with a capillarity gradient in the vertical or horizontal plane

A61F2013/15544

Permeability

A61F2013/15552

Air permeability

A61F2013/1556

Water permeability

A61F2013/15569

Adhesivity

A61F13/15577

Apparatus or processes for manufacturing

A61F13/15585

of babies' napkins, e.g. diapers A61F13/15617 - A61F13/15804 take precedence

A61F13/15593

having elastic ribbons fixed thereto; Devices for applying the ribbons

A61F13/15601

the ribbons being applied transversely to the direction of the movement of the webs the diapers are being made of

A61F13/15609

the ribbons being applied in an irregular path

A61F13/15617

Making absorbent pads from fibres or pulverulent material with or without treatment of the fibres

A61F13/15626

Making fibrous pads without outer layers

A61F13/15634

Making fibrous pads between sheets or webs

A61F13/15642

by depositing continuous layers or pads of fibrous material on single sheets or webs

A61F13/1565

by depositing continuous layers of fibrous material between webs, e.g. wrapping layers of fibrous material

A61F13/15658

Forming continuous, e.g. composite, fibrous webs, e.g. involving the application of pulverulent material on parts thereof

A61F13/15666

Wrapping formed fibrous webs or pads, e.g. the pads being formed by uniting pad pieces cut from fibrous webs

A61F13/15674

by wrapping webs or pads between webs moving in their longitudinal direction

A61F13/15682

by folding webs, moving in their longitudinal direction, around webs or pads

A61F13/15691

by inserting webs or pads in a tube or a netting, e.g. involving forming of the tube or netting

A61F13/15699

Forming webs by bringing together several webs, e.g. by laminating or folding several webs, with or without additional treatment of the webs

A61F13/15707

Mechanical treatment, e.g. notching, twisting, compressing, shaping

A61F2013/15715

Shaping or making outer layers

A61F13/15723

Partitioning batts; Cutting

A61F13/15731

Treating webs, e.g. for giving them a fibrelike appearance, e.g. by embossing

A61F13/15739

Sealing, e.g. involving cutting

A61F13/15747

Folding; Pleating; Coiling; Stacking; Packaging

A61F13/15756

Applying tabs, strips, tapes, loops; Knotting the ends of pads

A61F13/15764

Transferring, feeding or handling devices; Drives

A61F13/15772

Control

A61F2013/1578

via optical means associated to computer coordinator

A61F2013/15788

of the presence of the article or components

A61F2013/15796

of the alignment or position of article or components

A61F13/15804

Plant, e.g. involving several steps

A61F2013/15813

with modular lines

A61F2013/15821

characterized by the apparatus for manufacturing

A61F2013/15829

using pressure liquid jet

A61F2013/15837

using solvent

A61F2013/15845

using a specific cam for programming the apparatus

A61F2013/15853

using a specific computer algorithm for programming the apparatus

A61F2013/15861

for bonding

A61F2013/15869

with ultrasonic energy

A61F2013/15878

by thermal bonding

A61F2013/15886

by spot bonding

A61F2013/15894

by infra-red radiation

A61F2013/15902

with specific parameters, e.g. temperature, pressure

A61F2013/1591

via adhesive

A61F2013/15918

for die cutting

A61F2013/15926

for vacuum forming

A61F2013/15934

for making non-woven

A61F2013/15943

by air-laid technique

A61F2013/15951

by wet-laid technique

A61F2013/15959

by spunbond technique

A61F2013/15967

by meltblown technique

A61F2013/15975

by non-bonded and deformable technique

A61F2013/15983

by hydroentangled technique

A61F2013/15991

in making composite multi-layered product

A61F2013/16

Sanitary towels; Means for supporting or fastening them

A61F13/20

Tampons, e.g. catamenial tampons

Accessories therefor

A61F13/2002

characterised by the use

A61F13/2005

specially adapted for the nose cavity

A61F13/2008

specially adapted for the oral cavity

A61F13/2011

specially adapted for anal cavity

A61F2013/2014

for endoscopic procedures

A61F13/2017

specially adapted for the ear cavity

A61F13/202

Catamenial tampons A61F13/2022-A61F13/34 take precedence

A61F13/2022

characterised by the shape

A61F13/2025

adapted to change of shape once expelled of the applicator

A61F13/2028

adapted to change of shape after absorption of liquid

A61F13/2031

having depressions or elevations, e.g. dots, lines

A61F13/2034

having grooves or ribs, having a main axis in the longitudinal direction

A61F13/2037

having grooves or ribs, having a main axis in the radial direction

A61F13/204

having an external member remaining outside the body cavity, e.g. for form fitting or leakage prevention withdrawal strings persee A61F13/34

A61F13/2042

having a central tubular opening

A61F13/2045

Cup-shaped type tampons non-absorbent catamenial cups A61F5/4553

A61F13/2048

Ball-shaped tampons

A61F13/2051

characterised by the material or the structure of the inner absorbing core

A61F13/2054

made by compressing a not-rolled web or pledged

A61F13/2057

made of foam

A61F13/206

Tampons made of rolled-up material

A61F13/2062

Tampons made from folded lengths of material, e.g. of string

A61F13/2065

Tampons folded from sheets of material A61F13/206 takes precedence

A61F13/2068

Tampons made from several layers A61F13/2065, A61F13/206 take precedence

A61F13/2071

characterised by the material or the structure of the outer layer

A61F13/2074

impregnated with hydrophobic, hydrophilic, skin enhancers, medicinal etc. substances

A61F13/2077

having a visual effect, e.g. printed or embossed

A61F13/208

having means for avoiding leakage, e.g. liquid impermeable withdrawal end A61F13/204 takes precedence

A61F13/2082

Apparatus or processes of manufacturing

A61F13/2085

Catamenial tampons

A61F13/2088

shaping the tampon by compressing

A61F13/2091

providing grooves on the tampon

A61F13/2094

rolling a web material to form a tampon

A61F13/2097

method of manufacturing tampon applicators

A61F13/26

Means for inserting tampons

, i.e. applicators

A61F13/263

with reduced length before use, e.g. with folding rod

A61F13/266

Insertion devices, e.g. rods or plungers, separate from the tampon

A61F13/28

with lubricating means

A61F13/34

Means for withdrawing tampons

, e.g. withdrawal strings

A61F13/36

Surgical swabs, e.g. for absorbency or packing body cavities during surgery A61F13/38 takes precedence

A61F13/38

Swabs having a stick-type handle,

e.g. cotton tips ear cleaners other than cotton tips A61F11/006; swabs containing a liquid, e.g. in a rupturable reservoir, A61M35/006

A61F13/385

Apparatus or processes of manufacturing

A61F13/42

with wetness indicator or alarm

A61F2013/421

the alarm being a temperature change

A61F2013/422

the alarm being a colour change

A61F2013/423

the alarm being a volume change or a movement of a component

A61F2013/424

having an electronic device

A61F2013/425

being also a toilet training aid

A61F2013/426

Moisture sensitive polymers

A61F2013/427

pH indicator

A61F2013/428

for articles with superabsorbent materials

A61F2013/429

Thermochromic materials, e.g. ink or dye

A61F13/44

with radio-opaque material or signalling means for residual material

A61F13/45

characterised by the shape cup-shaped type tampons A61F13/2045

A61F2013/4506

special configurations using catheter or tube

A61F2013/4512

folded in special shape during use A61F13/534, A61F13/551, A61F13/56, A61F13/15747 take precedence

A61F2013/4518

formed from two separated panels

A61F2013/4525

by front and rear joined laterally at the crotch

A61F2013/4531

by lateral panels joined at the centreline, i.e. along the longitudinal axis

A61F2013/4537

with aeration ducts with hose-like, tubular sealing barriers A61F13/49473

A61F2013/4543

with a special transverse section A61F13/534 takes precedence

A61F2013/455

having a "W" shape

A61F2013/4556

having a "M" shape

A61F2013/4562

cup-shaped

A61F2013/4568

three-dimensional; with split absorbent core

A61F2013/4575

connected by elastic means

A61F2013/4581

with absorbent core in separated pieces

A61F2013/4587

with channels or deep spot depressions on the upper surface A61F13/4704 and A61F13/49001 take precedence

A61F2013/4593

allowing introduction of medical instruments without removing the absorbent article

A61F13/47

Sanitary towels, incontinence pads or napkins A61F13/49 takes precedence

A61F13/4702

having a reinforcing member

A61F13/4704

having preferential bending zones, e.g. fold lines or grooves

A61F2013/4706

enlarged in the anal area

A61F2013/4708

Panty-liner

A61F13/471

specially adapted for male use

A61F13/472

specially adapted for female use

A61F13/474, A61F13/475, A61F13/476 take precedence

A61F13/47209

having only interlabial part, i.e. with no extralabial parts

A61F13/47218

with a raised crotch region, e.g. hump

A61F13/47227

for interlabial use

A61F13/47236

characterised by an unusual contour

A61F13/47245

with asymmetry around the x or y axis

A61F13/47254

with a tanga shape

A61F13/47263

with activating means, e.g. elastic, heat or chemical activatable means

A61F13/47272

with a longitudinal raised end, e.g. cup-shaped gluteal groove for edge leakage prevention A61F13/494

A61F2013/47281

with internal collecting device

A61F2013/4729

combining catamenial pad and tampon

A61F13/474

adjustable

A61F13/475

characterised by edge leakage prevention means

A61F13/4751

the means preventing fluid flow in a transversal direction

A61F13/4752

the means being an upstanding barrier

A61F13/4753

the barrier being not integral with the topsheet or backsheet

A61F13/4755

the means being a flat barrier on or inside the absorbent article, e.g. backsheet wrapped around the edges

A61F13/4756

the means consisting of grooves, e.g. channels, depressions or embossments, resulting in a heterogeneous surface level

A61F13/4757

the means being located outside the perimeter of the absorbent core A61F13/4752 takes precedence

A61F13/4758

the means preventing fluid flow in a longitudinal direction

A61F13/476

characterised by encircling the crotch region of the undergarment

A61F13/49

Absorbent articles specially adapted to be worn around the waist, e.g. diapers

A61F13/49001

having preferential bending zones, e.g. fold lines or grooves

A61F13/49003

Reusable, washable fabric diapers

A61F13/49004

with fastening means

A61F13/49006

the reusable article being in the form of pants or briefs, e.g. slip or panty for light incontinence

A61F13/49007

Form-fitting, self-adjusting disposable diapers

A61F13/49009

with elastic means

A61F13/49011

the elastic means is located at the waist region

A61F13/49012

the elastic means being elastic panels

A61F13/49014

the elastic means is located at the side panels

A61F13/49015

the elastic means being elastic panels

A61F13/49017

the elastic means being located at the crotch region

A61F13/49019

the elastic means being placed longitudinally, transversely or diagonally over the article

A61F13/4902

characterised by the elastic material

A61F2013/49022

being elastomeric sheet

A61F2013/49023

being textured, e.g. corrugated

A61F2013/49025

having multiple elastic strands

A61F2013/49026

with variable spacing

A61F2013/49028

with different tensile stress

A61F2013/4903

being a net

A61F2013/49031

being elastic in longitudinal direction

A61F2013/49033

being elastic in transversal direction

A61F2013/49034

being elastic in both the transversal and longitudinal direction

A61F2013/49036

having a inelastic zone by deactivating the elastic property

A61F2013/49038

the elastic means is located all around the absorbent article's perimeter

A61F2013/49039

the elastic means is located around the target zone

A61F2013/49041

having a specific location other than covered by groups A61F13/49011 - A61F13/49019

A61F2013/49042

with only stretchable part, i.e. part being not elastic but only extensible with not a full recovery of its original length

A61F2013/49044

being stretchable non-elastic panels, A61F13/4902 takes precedence

A61F2013/49046

at the crotch

A61F2013/49047

at the ears

A61F2013/49049

on the hips

A61F2013/4905

at the waist

A61F2013/49052

having a specific direction of stretchability

A61F2013/49053

being stretchable in the longitudinal direction or machine direction, i.e. longitudinal

A61F2013/49055

being stretchable in transversal direction or cross machine direction

A61F2013/49057

being stretchable in both longitudinal and transversal direction

A61F13/49058

characterised by the modular concept of constructing the diaper

A61F13/4906

the diaper having an outer chassis forming the diaper and an independent absorbent structure attached to the chassis

A61F13/49061

the diaper having one or two waist members forming the diaper waist region and an independent absorbent structure attached to the one or two waist members forming the crotch region

A61F2013/49063

the diaper having decoupled components

A61F2013/49065

being joined by a transverse line

A61F2013/49066

being joined by an area of low stiffness

A61F2013/49068

characterized by the shape of the outline

A61F2013/49069

being rectangular, i.e. parallelepiped

A61F2013/49071

being triangular

A61F2013/49073

being trapezoidal

A61F2013/49074

hourglass; dog bone-shaped

A61F2013/49076

as "I"-shaped

A61F2013/49077

as "T"-shaped

A61F2013/49079

as backbone-shape

A61F2013/4908

concave

A61F2013/49082

being a complex shape not covered by the other groups A61F2013/49068-A61F2013/4908

A61F2013/49084

conformable

A61F2013/49085

with a multiplicity of rounded, i.e. spherical elements

A61F2013/49087

having breakable lateral stitches or panels

A61F2013/49088

characterized by the leg opening

A61F2013/4909

being asymmetric leg openings

A61F2013/49092

comprising leg cuffs

A61F2013/49093

having multiple barriers

A61F2013/49095

Being formed by lateral sleets

A61F2013/49096

with braces

A61F2013/49098

Other Details not otherwise provided of the absorbent articles specially adapted to be worn around the waist

A61F13/491

specially adapted for gender distinct urine discharge pattern

A61F13/4915

specially adapted for male use

A61F13/493

adjustable

by adding or removing material, e.g. umbilical cord arrangements adjustable by the fastening A61F13/5638, A61F13/5655

A61F13/494

characterised by edge leakage prevention means

A61F13/49406

the edge leakage prevention means being at the crotch region

A61F13/49413

the edge leakage prevention means being an upstanding barrier

A61F13/4942

the barrier not being integral with the top- or back-sheet

A61F13/49426

the barrier having an absorbent medium

A61F2013/49433

the barrier having variable heights

A61F2013/4944

having multiple barriers

A61F13/49446

the edge leakage prevention means being an impermeable sheet or impermeable part of a sheet placed on or under the top sheet A61F13/49413 takes precedence

A61F13/49453

the edge leakage prevention sheet being combined with the impermeable backing sheet, e.g. integral with the backing sheet

A61F13/4946

the edge leakage prevention means being an absorbent medium A61F13/49426 takes precedence

A61F13/49466

the edge leakage prevention means being at the waist region

A61F13/49473

the edge leakage prevention means having a continuous closed form, e.g. circle, ellipse, rectangle

A61F2013/4948

the edge leakage prevention means being elastic

A61F2013/49486

the edge leakage prevention means being padded

A61F2013/49493

the edge leakage prevention means being or forming three-dimensional barrier with raised lateral side-or end-wall

A61F13/495

with faecal cavity

A61F2013/4951

with internal barriers

A61F2013/4953

with rear faecal part separate from front urinary part

A61F2013/4955

with separable, disposable upper body layer

A61F2013/4956

with vertical spacer or separator keeping other components out of contact

A61F2013/4958

with a faecal management layer

A61F13/496

in the form of pants or briefs

A61F13/4963

characterized by the seam

A61F2013/4966

with intentionally damp topsheet

A61F13/505

with separable parts, e.g. combination of disposable and reusable parts, A61F13/20,

A61F13/49003

take precedence; supporting or fastening means A61F13/56;

belts or the like A61F13/64

A61F2013/5055

Possibility of doubling or putting in new pieces

A61F13/51

characterised by the outer layers

wicking or transfer layers A61F13/537

A61F2013/51002

with special fibres

A61F2013/51004

characterized by the length of the fibres

A61F2013/51007

characterized by the orientation of fibres

A61F2013/51009

characterized by the shape of the fibres

A61F2013/51011

characterized by the count of the fibres, e.g. denier or tex

A61F2013/51014

characterized by the connection between the fibres

A61F2013/51016

followed by a distension heat treatment

A61F2013/51019

being cellulosic material

A61F2013/51021

being chemically modified

A61F2013/51023

being polymeric fibres

A61F2013/51026

being in thermoplastic material

A61F2013/51028

being bicomponent

A61F2013/5103

being hydrophobic

A61F2013/51033

being hydrophilic

A61F2013/51035

being biodegradable, e.g. Rayon, polylactate, dioxanone

A61F2013/51038

being a mixture of fibres

A61F2013/5104

with pulp and polymeric fibres

A61F2013/51042

with hydrophobic and hydrophilic fibres

A61F2013/51045

with thermoplastic binder

A61F2013/51047

with antibacterial agents

A61F2013/5105

with mineral or inert material

A61F2013/51052

having different diameters

A61F2013/51054

having different densities

A61F2013/51057

having different ratio of fibres

A61F2013/51059

being sprayed with chemicals

A61F2013/51061

for rendering the surface hydrophobic

A61F2013/51064

in the legs area

A61F2013/51066

for rendering the surface hydrophilic

A61F2013/51069

by hydrophilisation with plasma or corona discharge

A61F2013/51071

with anti-static agents

A61F2013/51073

with lubricants

A61F2013/51076

with perfumes or odour-masking agents

A61F2013/51078

being embossed

A61F2013/5108

in grids

A61F2013/51083

in point

A61F2013/51085

in diamonds

A61F2013/51088

in very fine microtexture

A61F2013/5109

with odour control

A61F2013/51092

characterized by the dimensions

A61F2013/51095

being metallic

A61F2013/51097

with high friction coefficient for fixation of the bandage

A61F13/511

Topsheet, i.e. the permeable cover or layer facing the skin

A61F13/51104

the top sheet having a three-dimensional cross-section, e.g. corrugations, embossments, recesses or projections

A61F13/51108

the top sheet having corrugations or embossments having one axis relatively longer than the other axis, e.g. forming channels or grooves in a longitudinal direction

A61F13/51113

comprising an additive, e.g. lotion or odour control A61F13/51108 takes precedence

A61F2013/51117

the lotion having skin care properties

A61F13/51121

characterised by the material

A61F2013/51126

being nets

A61F2013/5113

being foams

A61F2013/51134

the foam being compressed and expandable, e.g. a cellulosic sponge

A61F2013/51139

being woven or knitted fabrics

A61F2013/51143

being papers

A61F2013/51147

being polymeric films

A61F2013/51152

having specific distance between the fibres

A61F2013/51156

having integrally attached

A61F13/5116

being formed of multiple layers A61F13/5123 takes precedence

A61F2013/51165

with the combination of films and nonwovens

A61F2013/51169

the nonwoven being hydroentangled or needlingentangled to the film

A61F2013/51173

with the combination of polymeric films

A61F2013/51178

with the combination of nonwoven webs

A61F2013/51182

with non-continuous bonding

A61F2013/51186

specially shaped topsheets

A61F2013/51191

Self-sealing top layers

A61F2013/51195

not contacting the absorber

A61F13/512

characterised by its apertures, e.g. perforations

A61F13/5121

characterised by the vertical shape of the apertures, e.g. three dimensional apertures, e.g. macro-apertures

A61F13/5122

and comprising secondary apertures, e.g. macro-apertures in combination with microapertures

A61F13/5123

the apertures being formed on a multilayer top sheet

A61F13/5125

the apertures not being formed through the complete thickness of the topsheet, e.g. blind holes blind holes in a single layered topsheet A61F13/51104

A61F13/5126

characterised by the planar distribution of the apertures, e.g. in a predefined pattern

A61F2013/5127

characterized by the dimension of apertures

A61F2013/5128

characterized by open targets or acquisitions or vulnerability zones

A61F13/513

characterised by its function or properties, e.g. stretchability, breathability, rewet, visual effect;

having areas of different permeability

A61F13/51305

having areas of different permeability

A61F13/51311

the permeability gradient being in the vertical direction

A61F2013/51316

with low friction coefficient

A61F2013/51322

being elastomeric or stretchable

A61F2013/51327

in only one specific direction

A61F2013/51333

in only specific parts or sections of the top layer

A61F2013/51338

having improved touch or feeling, e.g. smooth film

A61F2013/51344

with pile webs or velvet-like tissues

A61F2013/5135

with flame retardant agents or fire extinguishing agents

A61F2013/51355

for improving fluid flow

A61F2013/51361

with pleats or folds

A61F2013/51366

with hydrophilic lower face

A61F2013/51372

with valve or valve-like upper layer; Tapered capillary structures

A61F2013/51377

having decoration properties

A61F2013/51383

being adapted for female properties

A61F2013/51388

being adapted to male properties

A61F13/51394

creating a visual effect, e.g. having a printed or coloured topsheet, printed or coloured sub-layer but being visible from the topsheet, other than embossing for purposes of bonding, wicking, acquisition, leakage-prevention

A61F13/514

Backsheet, i.e. the impermeable cover or layer furthest from the skin

A61F13/15211, A61F13/15252 take precedence

A61F13/51401

characterised by the material

A61F13/51403

with activating means, e.g. for closing apertures upon contact with water

A61F13/51405

treated or coated, e.g. with moisture repellent agent

A61F2013/51407

being flexible

A61F2013/51409

being a film

A61F2013/51411

being impervious to fluids but not for air or vapours

A61F2013/51413

with macroscopic openings

A61F2013/51415

with pores

A61F2013/51417

with thin films

A61F2013/51419

with stretched areas

A61F2013/51421

only in special places

A61F2013/51423

the vapour permeability being less than 500g/m/24h

A61F2013/51425

being impervious, i.e. occlusive

A61F2013/51427

having valves

A61F2013/51429

being elastomeric or stretchable sheet

A61F2013/51431

in the composition of the elastomer

A61F2013/51433

being biodegradable

A61F2013/51435

having flame retardant agent or fire extinguishing agent

A61F2013/51437

being integral with absorbent core

A61F2013/51439

being foams

A61F2013/51441

being a fibrous material

A61F2013/51443

being impervious to fluids and being air permeable

A61F2013/51445

comprising microfibres, e.g. Gore-Tex

A61F2013/51447

being air permeable

A61F2013/51449

being knitted or woven fabrics

A61F2013/5145

being treated materials

A61F2013/51452

being nonwovens

A61F2013/51454

being papers

A61F13/51456

characterised by its properties

A61F13/51458

being air-pervious or breathable

A61F13/5146

having apertures of perforations

A61F13/51462

being defined by a value or parameter

A61F13/51464

being stretchable or elastomeric

A61F13/51466

providing stretchability without the use of elastic material

A61F2013/51468

being removable

A61F2013/5147

the outer layer being adhesive itself

A61F2013/51472

for reducing noise

A61F13/51474

characterised by its structure

A61F13/51476

being three-dimensional, e.g. embossed, textured, pleated, or with three-dimensional features, like gathers or loops

A61F13/51478

being a laminate, e.g. multi-layered or with several layers

A61F13/5148

having an impervious inner layer and a cloth-like outer layer

A61F2013/51482

being laminated on paper

A61F13/51484

being inhomogeneous in the plane of the sheet, i.e. having zones of different properties or structures

A61F2013/51486

with specially shaped backsheets

A61F2013/51488

for napkins

A61F2013/5149

being embossed

A61F2013/51492

having specially shaped gas or air bubbles or bag-like structure

A61F2013/51494

having underlayer extending around the longitudinal edges of the absorbent core

A61F13/51496

having visual effects

A61F13/51498

Details not otherwise provided for

A61F13/515

characterised by the interconnection of the topsheet and the backsheet

A61F13/52

Layers coated or treated to decrease absorbency

A61F13/53

characterised by the absorbing medium A61F13/20 takes precedence

A61F2013/530007

being made from pulp

A61F2013/530014

being made in hard wood pulp

A61F2013/530021

being made in soft wood pulp

A61F2013/530029

being made from cotton

A61F2013/530036

being made in chemically-modified cellulosic material, e.g. Rayon

A61F2013/530043

being made in oxidized cellulose

A61F2013/530051

being made in cross-linked cellulosic fibres

A61F2013/530058

with specific method of producing wood pulp fibres

A61F2013/530065

with chemical pulp

A61F2013/530072

with sulphate pulp, e.g. Kraft

A61F2013/53008

being unbleached

A61F2013/530087

with debonding agents

A61F2013/530094

with mechanical pulp

A61F2013/530102

with thermomechanical pulp

A61F2013/530109

with chemithermomechanical pulp

A61F2013/530116

with recycled material, e.g. paper

A61F2013/530124

with compressed and delaminated material

A61F2013/530131

being made in fibre but being not pulp

A61F2013/530138

characterized by the fibre length

A61F2013/530145

being short

A61F2013/530153

being long

A61F2013/53016

having special shape

A61F2013/530167

being crimped

A61F2013/530175

with capillary channel

A61F2013/530182

characterized by the connection between the fibres

A61F2013/530189

with thermoplastic adhesive

A61F2013/530197

with water-soluble binder

A61F2013/530204

being alcohol-based binder

A61F2013/530211

with water-insoluble binder

A61F2013/530218

followed by heat treatment

A61F2013/530226

with polymeric fibres

A61F2013/530233

being thermoplastic fibres

A61F2013/53024

being bicomponent fibres

A61F2013/530248

being thermosetting fibres

A61F2013/530255

being hydrophobic fibres

A61F2013/530262

only in particular parts or specially arranged

A61F2013/53027

the maximum being at the crotch

A61F2013/530277

the maximum being at front or rear

A61F2013/530284

the maximum being at a certain depth in the thickness

A61F2013/530291

the maximum being along the sides

A61F2013/530299

being hydrophilic fibres

A61F2013/530306

coated with superabsorbent polymer

A61F2013/530313

being biodegradable

A61F2013/530321

in biopolymer, e.g. PHA

A61F2013/530328

being mineral fibres, e.g. glass

A61F2013/530335

being in peat moss

A61F2013/530343

being natural fibres

A61F2013/53035

of cotton

A61F2013/530357

of wool

A61F2013/530364

of bamboo

A61F2013/530372

of ramie or jute or linen

A61F2013/530379

comprising mixtures of fibres

A61F2013/530386

with pulp and polymeric

A61F2013/530394

in coform

A61F2013/530401

with hydrophobic and hydrophilic fibres

A61F2013/530408

with thermoplastic binder

A61F2013/530416

having different count, e.g. denier or tex

A61F2013/530423

having different densities

A61F2013/53043

with different ratio of components

A61F2013/530437

having a part with elevated absorption means

A61F2013/530445

by defining a target or acquisition or vulnerability zone

A61F2013/530452

having chemically-stiffened fibres

A61F2013/530459

being curled

A61F2013/530467

being twisted

A61F2013/530474

being cross-linked

A61F2013/530481

having superabsorbent materials, i.e. highly absorbent polymer gel materials

A61F2013/530489

being randomly mixed in with other material

A61F2013/530496

being fixed to fibres

A61F2013/530503

comprising poly-aluminium-chloride

A61F2013/53051

being only in particular parts or specially arranged

A61F2013/530518

the maximum being at the crotch

A61F2013/530525

the maximum being at front or rear

A61F2013/530532

the maximum being at certain depth in the thickness

A61F2013/53054

the maximum being along the side edges

A61F2013/530547

positioned in a separate layer or layers

A61F2013/530554

and being fixed to a web

A61F2013/530562

being arranged in discontinuous pattern

A61F2013/530569

characterized by the particle size

A61F2013/530576

having different size in different parts

A61F2013/530583

characterized by the form

A61F2013/530591

in granules or particles

A61F2013/530598

in aggregates

A61F2013/530605

in sheet

A61F2013/530613

in fibres

A61F2013/53062

being made into a paper or non-woven

A61F2013/530627

in flakes

A61F2013/530635

in thin film

A61F2013/530642

being cross-linked or polymerised in situ

A61F2013/530649

in sponge or foam

A61F2013/530656

being cut into pieces

A61F2013/530664

being a knitted or woven fabric

A61F2013/530671

being mixed with mineral or inert material, e.g. "introfying particles"

A61F2013/530678

with citric acid

A61F2013/530686

with metallic soluble salts, e.g. Na, K, Mg chloride

A61F2013/530693

with polymeric material

A61F2013/5307

characterized by the quantity or ratio of superabsorbent material

A61F2013/530708

characterized by the absorbency properties

A61F2013/530715

by the acquisition rate

A61F2013/530722

by the delayed absorbency

A61F2013/530729

by the swelling rate

A61F2013/530737

by the absorbent capacity

A61F2013/530744

by the absorbency under load

A61F2013/530751

by the centrifugal load

A61F2013/530759

by the osmotic feature

A61F2013/530766

by the cross-link factor

A61F2013/530773

by the inverse temperature transition

A61F2013/530781

by the ionic surfactant, e.g. salt resistant

A61F2013/530788

characterized by the gel layer permeability

A61F2013/530795

being biodegradable

A61F2013/530802

characterized by the foam or sponge other than superabsorbent A61F2013/530649 takes precedence

A61F2013/53081

with special pore dimension or arrangement

A61F2013/530817

being open cells

A61F2013/530824

the cells being opened by mechanical or physical treatment

A61F2013/530832

being closed cells

A61F2013/530839

being hydrophilic

A61F2013/530846

being hydrophobic

A61F2013/530854

being collapsed or collapsible foam

A61F2013/530861

having slit regions

A61F2013/530868

characterized by the liquid distribution or transport means other than wicking layer A61F13/537 takes precedence

A61F2013/530875

having holes

A61F2013/530883

having folds

A61F2013/53089

having impervious part

A61F2013/530897

having capillary means, e.g. pore or fibre size gradient

A61F2013/530905

being hydrophilic

A61F2013/530912

being hydrophobic

A61F2013/530919

being hydroneutral

A61F2013/530927

having longitudinal barriers

A61F2013/530934

having a density gradient

A61F2013/530941

through the thickness

A61F2013/530948

along the length

A61F2013/530956

being only in particular parts or specially arranged

A61F2013/530963

being maximum at the crotch

A61F2013/53097

being at front or rear region

A61F2013/530978

being at a particular depth in the thickness

A61F2013/530985

being along the side edges

A61F2013/530992

in the form of string or ball instead of sheets

A61F13/531

having a homogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad A61F13/538, A61F13/539 take precedence

A61F2013/5312

with structure resisting compression

A61F2013/5315

with a tissue-wrapped core

A61F2013/5317

with integral impervious bottom surface

A61F13/532

inhomogeneous in the plane of the pad

A61F13/5323

having absorbent material located in discrete regions, e.g. pockets

A61F2013/5326

being a flanged fibrous pad

A61F13/533

having discontinuous areas of compression

A61F13/534

having an inhomogeneous composition through the thickness of the pad A61F13/538, A61F13/539 take precedence; homogeneous cores with tissue wrapping A61F13/53

A61F13/53409

having a folded core

A61F13/53418

having a C-folded cross-section

A61F13/53427

having an e-folded cross-section

A61F13/53436

having an undulated or corrugated cross-section

A61F2013/53445

from several sheets

A61F2013/53454

with mirror-like structure

A61F2013/53463

with a reinforcing structure, e.g. net

A61F2013/53472

being a non-woven tissue wrapping the core

A61F2013/53481

being biodegradable

A61F2013/5349

being a tissue-wrapped core

A61F13/535

inhomogeneous in the plane of the pad, e.g. core absorbent layers being of different sizes

A61F13/5323, A61F13/537 take precedence

A61F2013/5355

with terraced core

A61F13/536

having discontinuous areas of compression

A61F13/537

characterised by a layer facilitating or inhibiting flow in one direction or plane, e.g. a wicking layer

A61F13/538 takes precedence

A61F13/53704

the layer having an inhibiting function on liquid propagation

A61F13/53708

the layer having a promotional function on liquid propagation in at least one direction

A61F13/53713

the layer having a promotional function on liquid propagation in the vertical direction

A61F13/53717

the layer having a promotional function on liquid propagation in the horizontal direction

A61F2013/53721

with capillary means

A61F2013/53726

on the top layer

A61F2013/5373

on the bottom layer

A61F2013/53734

with compressed lines

A61F2013/53739

with compressed points

A61F13/53743

characterised by the position of the layer relative to the other layers

A61F13/53747

the layer is facing the topsheet layer is part of the topsheet A61F13/511

A61F13/53752

the layer is embedded in the absorbent core

A61F13/53756

the layer facing the back-sheet

A61F13/5376

characterised by the performance of the layer, e.g. acquisition rate, distribution time, transfer time

A61F2013/53765

characterized by its geometry

A61F2013/53769

with the wicking layer not contacting the absorbent core

A61F2013/53773

with a deformable spacing structure

A61F2013/53778

with grooves

A61F2013/53782

with holes

A61F2013/53786

with folds

A61F2013/53791

being resilient or elastic

A61F2013/53795

being a surge management layer

A61F13/538

characterised by specific fibre orientation or weave

A61F2013/5383

by the fibre orientation in the x-y plane

A61F2013/5386

by the fibre orientation in the z plane or vertical direction

A61F13/539

characterised by the connection of the absorbent layers with each other or with the outer layers

A61F2013/53908

with adhesive

A61F2013/53916

with epicyclical pattern

A61F2013/53925

with intermittent pattern, e.g. spots

A61F2013/53933

with water-soluble binder

A61F2013/53941

being alcohol-based binder

A61F2013/5395

with thermoplastic agent, i.e. softened by heat

A61F2013/53958

with separate adhesive layer

A61F2013/53966

by needling, sewing, blow-needling

A61F2013/53975

by Hydraulic entanglement

A61F2013/53983

with hook and loop-type fastener or the like

A61F2013/53991

by ultrasonic method

A61F13/551

Packaging before or after use

general packaging of absorbent pads B65D85/00

A61F13/55105

packaging of diapers

A61F13/5511

characterized by the container A61F15/00 takes precedence

A61F13/55115

characterized by the features before use, e.g. how are the diapers folded or arranged in a package

A61F13/5512

after use

A61F2013/55125

the disposal system being a bag or a pocket integral with or attached to the diaper

A61F13/5513

packaging of feminine sanitary napkins

A61F13/55135

before use

A61F13/5514

each item packaged single

A61F13/55145

multiple packaged items

A61F13/5515

after use

A61F2013/55155

the disposal system being a bag or pocket integral with or attached to the sanitary napkin

A61F13/5516

packaging of interlabial absorbing articles

A61F13/55165

before use

A61F13/5517

after use

A61F13/55175

packaging of tampons

A61F13/5518

after use

A61F13/55185

in combination with the applicator

A61F13/5519

packages containing more than one kind of item, e.g. tampon and napkin, or diaper and an exchangeable insert

A61F2013/55195

Packaging for dispensing and disposing

A61F13/56

Supporting or fastening means

A61F13/5605

specially adapted for sanitary napkins or the like

A61F13/5611

using fastening strips, e.g. adhesive, on the undergarment-facing side

A61F13/5616

using flaps, e.g. adhesive, for attachment to the undergarment leakage prevention means encirculing the crotch portion A61F13/476

A61F13/5622

specially adapted for diapers or the like

A61F2013/5627

comprising a zip fastener

A61F13/5633

open type diaper

A61F13/5638

adjustable open type diapers adjustable otherwise than by the fasteners A61F13/493

A61F13/5644

having more than one pair of fasteners

A61F13/565

pants type diaper

A61F13/5655

adjustable pants type diapers adjustable otherwise than by the fasteners A61F13/493

A61F2013/5661

in special holders for beds, chairs or seats

A61F2013/5666

connected to itself A61F13/58 and A61F13/62 take precedence

A61F2013/5672

with buttons or the like A61F13/78 takes precedence

A61F2013/5677

refastenable

A61F2013/5683

Disposition or arrangement

A61F2013/5688

inclined at an oblique angle to the longitudinal axis

A61F2013/5694

Other non adhesive means than hook and loop-type fastener or belts A61F13/62, A61F13/64 and A61F13/66 take precedence

A61F13/58

Adhesive tab fastener elements

A61F13/5611, A61F13/5616

, A61F13/66 take precedence

A61F13/581

Tab fastener elements combining adhesive and mechanical fastening fabric strip fastener elements A61F13/62

A61F2013/582

with one strip on one place

A61F2013/583

with strips on several places

A61F2013/585

being spot like

A61F2013/586

on lateral flaps

A61F2013/587

on rear or front tabs

A61F2013/588

on waist panels

A61F13/60

with release means associated with tab fasteners

A61F13/62

Mechanical fastening means, A61F13/5611, A61F13/5616, A61F13/581, A61F13/66 take precedence;

Fabric strip fastener elements, e.g. hook and loop

A61F13/622

Fabric strip fastener elements, e.g. hook and loop

A61F13/625

characterised by the hook

A61F13/627

characterised by the loop

A61F13/64

Straps, belts, ties or endless bands

A61F13/5605, A61F13/5622

, A61F13/66 take precedence

A61F13/66

Garments, holders or supports not integral with absorbent pads

A61F13/665

Means specific for supporting or fastening sanitary towels; and sanitary towels

A61F13/68

abdominal enclosing type

A61F13/70

with openable or removable crotch portion

A61F13/72

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A61F13/74

having means to retain absorbent pads

A61F13/76

transverse to width of the pads or fastener elements, e.g. straps, end flaps or tucks

A61F13/78

Button or snap fastener elements

A61F13/80

adjustable relative to body crotch area

A61F13/82

with means for attaching to the body

A61F13/84

Accessories, not otherwise provided for, for absorbent pads

A61F2013/8402

including disposal means A61F13/5512, A61F13/5515, A61F13/5517, A61F13/5518 take precedence

A61F13/8405

Additives, e.g. for odour, disinfectant or pH control

A61F2013/8408

with odour control

A61F2013/8411

in controlling solution Ph

A61F2013/8414

with anti-microbic

A61F2013/8417

being anti-mycosis

A61F2013/842

with active charcoal

A61F2013/8423

with molecular sieves; zeolites

A61F2013/8426

with metallic salts

A61F2013/8429

with ion exchange resins

A61F2013/8432

with glycerine polyol

A61F2013/8435

with plant derivatives

A61F2013/8438

being enzymes, e.g. proteolysis, cellulase

A61F2013/8441

being cultures

A61F2013/8444

being microbial, e.g. bulgaricus

A61F2013/8447

in using different incompatible substances

A61F2013/845

being powder embodied in a polymeric matrix

A61F2013/8452

being contained in microcapsules

A61F2013/8455

being lubricants

A61F2013/8458

having bees-wax

A61F2013/8461

having petroleum derivative

A61F2013/8464

having plant derivative

A61F2013/8467

being antistatic agents

A61F2013/847

being infrared absorbing agent

A61F2013/8473

for diagnostic purposes

A61F2013/8476

with various devices or method

A61F2013/8479

including electric or magnetic devices

A61F2013/8482

including numeric control, e.g. using computer

A61F2013/8485

including optical filtering devices

A61F2013/8488

including testing apparatus

A61F2013/8491

including test methods

A61F2013/8494

including pumping devices

A61F2013/8497

having decorations or indicia means

A61F15/00

Auxiliary appliances for wound dressings

Dispensing containers for dressings or bandages

packaging of absorbent articles such as diapers, feminine hygiene absorbing pads or tampons A61F13/551; packaging of wound dressings A61F13/00072

A61F15/001

Packages or dispensers for bandages, cotton balls, drapes, dressings, gauze, gowns, sheets, sponges, swabsticks or towels A61F15/007 takes precedence

A61F15/002

dispensers for web or tape like bandages

A61F15/003

dispensers for catamenial tampons

A61F15/004

Bandage protectors

A61F15/005

Bandage applicators

A61F15/006

Bandage fasteners

A61F15/007

Bandage winders

A61F15/008

Appliances for wound protecting, e.g. avoiding contact between wound and bandage corn plasters A61F13/063

A61F15/02

Devices for cutting bandages of any kind, e.g. shears, cast-cutting saws

A61F17/00

First-aid kits

A61F2210/00

Particular material properties of prostheses classified in groups A61F2/00 - A61F2/26 or A61F2/82 or A61F9/00 or A61F11/00 or subgroups thereof

A61F2210/0004

bioabsorbable

A61F2210/0009

using materials or accessories for preventing galvanic or electrolytic corrosion

A61F2210/0014

using shape memory or superelastic materials, e.g. nitinol

A61F2210/0019

operated at only one temperature whilst inside or touching the human body, e.g. constrained in a non-operative shape during surgery, another temperature only occurring before the operation

A61F2210/0023

operated at different temperatures whilst inside or touching the human body, heated or cooled by external energy source or cold supply

A61F2210/0028

cooled

A61F2210/0033

electrically, e.g. heated by resistor

A61F2210/0038

electromagnetically

A61F2210/0042

using a fluid, e.g. circulating

A61F2210/0047

heated by light

A61F2210/0052

ultrasonically

A61F2210/0057

stretchable

A61F2210/0061

swellable

A61F2210/0066

shrinkable

A61F2210/0071

thermoplastic

A61F2210/0076

multilayered, e.g. laminated structures

A61F2210/008

Phase change materials [PCM], e.g. for storing latent heat

A61F2210/0085

hardenable in situ, e.g. epoxy resins

A61F2210/009

magnetic

A61F2210/0095

radioactive

A61F2220/00

Filters

Devices providing patency to tubular structures

Prostheses

Accessories

A61F2220/00

Fixations or connections for prostheses classified in groups A61F2/00 - A61F2/26 or A61F2/82 or A61F9/00 or A61F11/00 or subgroups thereof

A61F2220/0008

Fixation appliances for connecting prostheses to the body

A61F2220/0016

with sharp anchoring protrusions, e.g. barbs, pins, spikes

A61F2220/0025

Connections or couplings between prosthetic parts, e.g. between modular parts

Connecting elements

A61F2220/0033

made by longitudinally pushing a protrusion into a complementary-shaped recess, e.g. held by friction fit

A61F2220/0041

using additional screws, bolts, dowels or rivets, e.g. connecting screws

A61F2220/005

using adhesives

A61F2220/0058

soldered or brazed or welded

A61F2220/0066

stapled

A61F2220/0075

sutured, ligatured or stitched, retained or tied with a rope, string, thread, wire or cable

A61F2220/0083

using hook and loop-type fasteners

A61F2220/0091

connected by a hinged linkage mechanism, e.g. of the single-bar or multi-bar linkage type

A61F2230/00

Geometry of prostheses classified in groups A61F2/00 - A61F2/26 or A61F2/82 or A61F9/00 or A61F11/00 or subgroups thereof

A61F2230/0002

Two-dimensional shapes, e.g. cross-sections

A61F2230/0004

Rounded shapes, e.g. with rounded corners

A61F2230/0006

circular

A61F2230/0008

elliptical or oval

A61F2230/001

Figure-8-shaped, e.g. hourglass-shaped

A61F2230/0013

Horseshoe-shaped, e.g. crescent-shaped, C-shaped, U-shaped

A61F2230/0015

Kidney-shaped, e.g. bean-shaped

A61F2230/0017

Angular shapes

A61F2230/0019

rectangular

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square

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triangular

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trapezoidal

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B-shaped

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D-shaped

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E-shaped, e.g. epsilon-shaped

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H-shaped

A61F2230/0041

J-shaped

A61F2230/0043

L-shaped

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Omega-shaped

A61F2230/0047

Pi-shaped

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Rosette-shaped, e.g. star-shaped

A61F2230/0052

T-shaped

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V-shaped

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A61F2230/0058

X-shaped

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Y-shaped

A61F2230/0063

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toroidal, e.g. ring-shaped, doughnut-shaped

A61F2230/0067

conical

A61F2230/0069

cylindrical

A61F2230/0071

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A61F2230/0073

Quadric-shaped

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ellipsoidal or ovoid

A61F2230/0078

hyperboloidal

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paraboloidal

A61F2230/0082

parallelepipedal

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cubical

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Pyramidal, tetrahedral, or wedge-shaped

A61F2230/0089

tetrahedral, i.e. having a triangular basis

A61F2230/0091

helically-coiled or spirally-coiled, i.e. having a 2-D spiral cross-section

A61F2230/0093

Umbrella-shaped, e.g. mushroom-shaped

A61F2230/0095

Saddle-shaped

A61F2230/0097

Harpoon-shaped

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A61F2240/001

Designing or manufacturing processes

A61F2240/002

Designing or making customized prostheses

A61F2240/004

Using a positive or negative model, e.g. moulds

A61F2240/005

Templates

A61F2240/007

Dummy prostheses

A61F2240/008

Means for testing implantable prostheses

A61F2250/00

Special features of prostheses classified in groups A61F2/00 - A61F2/26 or A61F2/82 or A61F9/00 or A61F11/00 or subgroups thereof

A61F2250/0001

Means for transferring electromagnetic energy to implants

A61F2250/0002

for data transfer

A61F2250/0003

having an inflatable pocket filled with fluid, e.g. liquid or gas

A61F2250/0004

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for adjusting angular orientation

A61F2250/0007

for adjusting length

A61F2250/0008

for adjusting a position by translation along an axis or two perpendicular axes

A61F2250/0009

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A61F2250/001

for adjusting a diameter

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for adjusting elasticity, flexibility, spring rate or mechanical tension

A61F2250/0013

for adjusting fluid pressure

A61F2250/0014

having different values of a given property or geometrical feature, e.g. mechanical property or material property, at different locations within the same prosthesis

A61F2250/0015

differing in density or specific weight

A61F2250/0017

differing in yarn density

A61F2250/0018

differing in elasticity, stiffness or compressibility

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differing in coefficient of friction

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differing in porosity

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A61F2250/0025

differing in roughness

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differing in surface structures

A61F2250/0028

differing in fibre orientations

A61F2250/0029

differing in bending or flexure capacity

A61F2250/003

differing in adsorbability or resorbability, i.e. in adsorption or resorption time

A61F2250/0031

made from both resorbable and non-resorbable prosthetic parts, e.g. adjacent parts

A61F2250/0032

differing in radiographic density

A61F2250/0034

differing in viscosity

A61F2250/0035

differing in release or diffusion time

A61F2250/0036

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A61F2250/0037

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A61F2250/004

differing in coefficient of thermal expansion, e.g. dilation, dilatation

A61F2250/0041

differing in wear resistance

A61F2250/0042

differing in shape-memory transition temperatures, e.g. in martensitic transition temperature, in austenitic transition temperature

A61F2250/0043

differing in electric properties, e.g. in electrical conductivity, in galvanic properties

A61F2250/0045

differing in electromagnetical properties

A61F2250/0046

differing in melting temperature

A61F2250/0047

differing in thermal conductivity

A61F2250/0048

differing in mechanical expandability, e.g. in mechanical, self- or balloon expandability

A61F2250/005

differing in colour

A61F2250/0051

differing in tissue ingrowth capacity, e.g. made from both ingrowth-promoting and ingrowth-preventing parts

A61F2250/0052

differing in bone ingrowth capacity

A61F2250/0053

differing in optical properties

A61F2250/0054

differing in corrosion resistance

A61F2250/0056

differing in wettability, e.g. in hydrophilic or hydrophobic behaviours

A61F2250/0057

made from both cured and uncured parts

A61F2250/0058

Additional features

Implant or prostheses properties not otherwise provided for

A61F2250/0059

temporary

A61F2250/006

modular

A61F2250/0062

Kits of prosthetic parts to be assembled in various combinations for forming different prostheses

A61F2250/0063

Nested prosthetic parts

A61F2250/0064

Sets comprising a plurality of prosthetic parts of different sizes

A61F2250/0065

telescopic

A61F2250/0067

Means for introducing or releasing pharmaceutical products into the body

A61F2250/0068

the pharmaceutical product being in a reservoir

A61F2250/0069

Sealing means

A61F2250/007

O-rings

A61F2250/0071

breakable or frangible

A61F2250/0073

Force-limiting means

A61F2250/0074

Torque-limiting means

A61F2250/0075

Sound-damping or noise-reducing means

A61F2250/0076

waterproof

A61F2250/0078

Gender-specific, e.g. different for male and female patients

A61F2250/0079

Means for preventing the accidental forgetting of prosthetic parts inside the body during operation

A61F2250/008

Alarm means

A61F2250/0081

Prosthesis for animals

A61F2250/0082

specially designed for children, e.g. having means for adjusting to their growth

A61F2250/0084

Means for distinguishing between left-sided and right-sided devices

Sets comprising both left-sided and right-sided prosthetic parts

A61F2250/0085

Identification means

Administration of patients

A61F2250/0086

with bar code

A61F2250/0087

colour-coded

A61F2250/0089

coded with symbols, e.g. dots, numbers, letters, words

A61F2250/009

for single use, e.g. having means for preventing re-use

A61F2250/0091

transparent or translucent

A61F2250/0092

Means for cleaning prostheses

A61F2250/0093

Ultrasound system, e.g. for inducing coagulation during eye surgery

A61F2250/0095

with high intensity focused ultrasound

A61F2250/0096

Markers and sensors for detecting a position or changes of a position of an implant, e.g. RF sensors, ultrasound markers

A61F2250/0097

Visible markings, e.g. indicia

A61F2250/0098

radio-opaque, e.g. radio-opaque markers

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Prostheses classified in A61F2/28 or A61F2/30 - A61F2/44 being constructed from or coated with a particular material

A61F2310/00005

The prosthesis being constructed from a particular material

A61F2310/00011

Metals or alloys

A61F2310/00017

Iron- or Fe-based alloys, e.g. stainless steel

A61F2310/00023

Titanium or titanium-based alloys, e.g. Ti-Ni alloys

A61F2310/00029

Cobalt-based alloys, e.g. Co-Cr alloys or Vitallium

A61F2310/00035

Other metals or alloys

A61F2310/00041

Magnesium or Mg-based alloys

A61F2310/00047

Aluminium or Al-based alloys

A61F2310/00053

Vanadium or V-based alloys

A61F2310/00059

Chromium or Cr-based alloys

A61F2310/00065

Manganese or Mn-based alloys

A61F2310/00071

Nickel or Ni-based alloys

A61F2310/00077

Copper or Cu-based alloys

A61F2310/00083

Zinc or Zn-based alloys

A61F2310/00089

Zirconium or Zr-based alloys

A61F2310/00095

Niobium or Nb-based alloys

A61F2310/00101

Molybdenum or Mo-based alloys

A61F2310/00107

Palladium or Pd-based alloys

A61F2310/00113

Silver or Ag-based alloys

A61F2310/00119

Tin or Sn-based alloys

A61F2310/00125

Hafnium or Hf-based alloys

A61F2310/00131

Tantalum or Ta-based alloys

A61F2310/00137

Tungsten or W-based alloys

A61F2310/00143

Iridium or Ir-based alloys

A61F2310/00149

Platinum or Pt-based alloys

A61F2310/00155

Gold or Au-based alloys

A61F2310/00161

Carbon

Graphite

A61F2310/00167

Diamond or diamond-like carbon

A61F2310/00173

Graphite

A61F2310/00179

Ceramics or ceramic-like structures

A61F2310/00185

based on metal oxides

A61F2310/00191

containing beryllium oxide

A61F2310/00197

containing magnesia or magnesium oxide

A61F2310/00203

containing alumina or aluminium oxide

A61F2310/00209

Corundum or Sapphire

A61F2310/00215

containing silica or silicon oxide

A61F2310/00221

containing calcia or calcium oxide

A61F2310/00227

containing titania or titanium oxide

A61F2310/00233

containing chromia or chromium oxides CrO, CrO₂ or CrO₃

A61F2310/00239

containing zirconia or zirconium oxide ZrO₂

A61F2310/00245

containing niobium oxide

A61F2310/00251

containing hafnia or hafnium oxide

A61F2310/00257

containing tantalum oxide

A61F2310/00263

based on metal borides

A61F2310/00269

based on metal carbides

A61F2310/00275

containing boron carbide

A61F2310/00281

containing silicon carbide

A61F2310/00287

containing titanium carbide

A61F2310/00293

containing a phosphorus-containing compound, e.g. apatite

A61F2310/00299

based on metal nitrides

A61F2310/00305

containing boron nitride

A61F2310/00311

containing aluminium nitride

A61F2310/00317

containing silicon nitride

A61F2310/00323

containing titanium nitride

A61F2310/00329

Glasses, e.g. bioglass

A61F2310/00335

Porcelain

A61F2310/00341

Coral, e.g. aragonite, porite

A61F2310/00347

Nacre or mother-of-pearl

A61F2310/00353

Bone cement, e.g. polymethylmethacrylate or PMMA

A61F2310/00359

Bone or bony tissue

A61F2310/00365

Proteins

Polypeptides

Degradation products thereof

A61F2310/00371

Collagen

A61F2310/00377

Fibrin

A61F2310/00383

Gelatin

A61F2310/00389

The prosthesis being coated or covered with a particular material

A61F2310/00395

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of metals or of alloys

A61F2310/00401

Coating made of iron, of stainless steel or of other Fe-based alloys

A61F2310/00407

Coating made of titanium or of Ti-based alloys

A61F2310/00413

Coating made of cobalt or of Co-based alloys

A61F2310/00419

Other metals

A61F2310/00425

Coating made of magnesium or of Mg-based alloys

A61F2310/00431

Coating made of aluminium or of Al-based alloys

A61F2310/00437

Coating made of silicon or Si-based alloys

A61F2310/00443

Coating made of vanadium or of V-based alloys

A61F2310/00449

Coating made of chromium or Cr-based alloys

A61F2310/00455

Coating made of manganese Mn-based alloys

A61F2310/00461

Coating made of nickel or Ni-based alloys

A61F2310/00467

Coating made of copper or Cu-based alloys

A61F2310/00473

Coating made of zinc or Zn-based alloys

A61F2310/00479

Coating made of germanium or Ge-based alloys

A61F2310/00485

Coating made of zirconium or Zr-based alloys

A61F2310/00491

Coating made of niobium or Nb-based alloys

A61F2310/00497

Coating made of molybdenum or Mo-based alloys

A61F2310/00502

Coating made of ruthenium or Ru-based alloys

A61F2310/00508

Coating made of rhodium or Rh-based alloys

A61F2310/00514

Coating made of palladium or Pd-based alloys

A61F2310/0052

Coating made of silver or Ag-based alloys

A61F2310/00526

Coating made of indium or In-based alloys

A61F2310/00532

Coating made of tin or Sn-based alloys

A61F2310/00538

Coating made of hafnium or Hf-based alloys

A61F2310/00544

Coating made of tantalum or Ta-based alloys

A61F2310/0055

Coating made of tungsten or W-based alloys

A61F2310/00556

Coating made of iridium or Ir-based alloys

A61F2310/00562

Coating made of platinum or Pt-based alloys

A61F2310/00568

Coating made of gold or Au-based alloys

A61F2310/00574

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of carbon, e.g. of pyrocarbon

A61F2310/0058

Coating made of diamond or of diamond-like carbon DLC

A61F2310/00586

Coating made of graphite

A61F2310/00592

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of ceramics or of ceramic-like compounds

A61F2310/00598

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal oxides or hydroxides

A61F2310/00604

Coating made of aluminium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/0061

Coating made of silicon oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00616

Coating made of titanium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00622

Coating made of chromium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00628

Coating made of cobalt oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00634

Coating made of zirconium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/0064

Coating made of niobium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00646

Coating made of molybdenum oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00652

Coating made of hafnium oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00658

Coating made of tantalum oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/00664

Coating made of tungsten oxide or hydroxides

A61F2310/0067

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal borides

A61F2310/00676

Coating made of aluminium boride

A61F2310/00682

Coating made of titanium boride

A61F2310/00688

Coating made of vanadium boride

A61F2310/00694

Coating made of chromium boride

A61F2310/007

Coating made of cobalt boride

A61F2310/00706

Coating made of zirconium boride

A61F2310/00712

Coating made of molybdenum boride

A61F2310/00718

Coating made of lanthanum boride

A61F2310/00724

Coating made of tungsten boride

A61F2310/0073

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal carbides

A61F2310/00736

Coating made of boron carbide

A61F2310/00742

Coating made of silicon carbide

A61F2310/00748

Coating made of titanium carbide

A61F2310/00754

Coating made of chromium carbide

A61F2310/0076

Coating made of nickel carbide

A61F2310/00766

Coating made of zirconium carbide

A61F2310/00772

Coating made of niobium carbide

A61F2310/00778

Coating made of hafnium carbide

A61F2310/00784

Coating made of tantalum carbide

A61F2310/0079

Coating made of tungsten carbide

A61F2310/00796

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of a phosphorus-containing compound, e.g. hydroxy(l)apatite

A61F2310/00802

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal hydrides

A61F2310/00808

Coating made of titanium hydride

A61F2310/00814

Coating made of vanadium hydride

A61F2310/0082

Coating made of chromium hydride

A61F2310/00826

Coating made of zirconium hydride

A61F2310/00832

Coating made of niobium hydride

A61F2310/00838

Coating made of hafnium hydride

A61F2310/00844

Coating made of tantalum hydride

A61F2310/0085

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal chlorides

A61F2310/00856

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal nitrides

A61F2310/00862

Coating made of boron nitride

A61F2310/00868

Coating made of aluminium nitride

A61F2310/00874

Coating made of silicon nitride

A61F2310/0088

Coating made of titanium nitride

A61F2310/00886

Coating made of chromium nitride

A61F2310/00892

Coating made of zirconium nitride

A61F2310/00898

Coating made of niobium nitride

A61F2310/00904

Coating made of hafnium nitride

A61F2310/0091

Coating made of tantalum nitride

A61F2310/00916

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of compounds based on metal sulfides

A61F2310/00922

Coating made of molybdenum sulfide

A61F2310/00928

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of glass or of glass-containing compounds, e.g. of bioglass

A61F2310/00934

Coating made of enamel

A61F2310/0094

Coating made of porcelain

A61F2310/00946

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of nacre or mother-of-pearl

A61F2310/00952

Coating, pre-coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of bone cement, e.g. pre-applied PMMA cement mantle

A61F2310/00958

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of bone or of bony tissue

A61F2310/00964

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of cartilage

A61F2310/0097

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of pharmaceutical products, e.g. antibiotics

A61F2310/00976

Coating or prosthesis-covering structure made of proteins or of polypeptides, e.g. of bone morphogenic proteins BMP or of transforming growth factors TGF

A61F2310/00982

Coating made of collagen

A61F2310/00988

Coating made of fibrin

A61F2310/00994

Coating made of gelatin