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Undergarment with Crotch Opening

a technology of underwear and crotch, which is applied in the direction of protective clothing, garments, underwear, etc., can solve the problems of uncomfortable process and awkwardness for examinees, and achieve the effect of improving feminine health

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-05-02
EDWARDS OLIVE
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The present invention provides a discreet undergarment that is suitable for feminine gynecological examinations and other medical situations. The undergarment provides comfort, security, and a feeling of modesty while also being adjustable to fit individuals of various sizes and being disposable after use. Additionally, the undergarment is hypoallergenic and not likely to cause adverse reactions to wearers. The invention is inexpensive to manufacture and maintain while retaining its effectiveness.

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This process is often uncomfortable and awkward for the examinee.

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[0023]Referring now to the drawings, where the present invention is generally referred to with numeral 10, it can be observed that it basically includes a rear band 12, a front band 13, a rear panel 14, a front panel 16, an aperture 18, an aperture 20, a flap 22, perforations 24, a lace 26, a seam 28, a closure 30, a pad 32 and an aperture 34.

[0024]The invention generally forms an undergarment dimensioned for use by a human. The sizes may be adapted for the varying size of the human form.

[0025]Aperture 18 and aperture 20 are provided to act essentially as leg holes for human legs. Generally, a user of the device would place her right leg through aperture 18 and left leg through aperture 20. The device can then be grasped by the user on either or both of the rear band 12 and front band 13 to be pulled over the body so that rear panel 14 covers the buttocks and front panel 16 covers the anterior of the pelvic region.

[0026]Rear band 12 and front band 13 are preferably constructed of an...

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Abstract

An undergarment with an aperture in the pelvic region and a covering flap for the aperture suitable for use in medical examination of the pelvic region. Prior to an examination the flap covers the aperture. The flap may then be easily removed by the physician thereby providing access to the body. In some versions of the device the flap can then re-cover the aperture and in others the flap is removed entirely at the beginning of the examination. The device provides a degree of modesty before and after, for example, a gynecological examination. Other important features include a hypoallergenic flap, easy entry side leg openings and abdomen hugging bands that slim the wearer.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Applicant relies on the disclosure made in earlier filed provisional application No. 61 / 553, 520 filed by the same sole inventor on or about 31 Oct. 2011. Applicant hereby incorporates by reference the entirety of provisional application 61 / 533,520 and claims benefit of said filing date for all disclosures therein so eligible.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to an apparatus for an undergarment. More specifically, the undergarment has a removable piece located in the crotch.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Several designs for undergarments have been designed in the past. None of them, however, includes features best suited for gynecological exams including, among other features, a genital covering flap with anti-microbial characteristics that is open-able by a medical professional reducing unnecessary patient exposure.[0006]Applicant believes that the closest reference corresp...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41B9/04
CPCA41B9/04A41D13/1254A41B9/005
Inventor EDWARDS, OLIVE
Owner EDWARDS OLIVE
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