Umbilical splint and method of use

a splint and splint technology, applied in the field of splints, can solve the problems of difficult to ensure sterility, difficult to keep marbles in place, and deformities of the umbilicus, and achieve the effects of reducing the formation and/or appearance of scars, reducing the formation of pressure, and reducing the formation of scars
US20130178873A1Inactive Publication Date: 2013-07-11VEKIOS ROULA +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
VEKIOS ROULA
Publication Date
2013-07-11
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

A use of an umbilical splint for shaping an umbilicus after an abdominal operation is described. The umbilical splint may comprise an insertion portion extending in a longitudinal direction and terminating at an insertion end for insertion into the umbilicus. Furthermore, the insertion portion may comprise a bulbous section near the insertion end. The bulbous section may be operable to apply pressure to a tissue of the umbilicus after the abdominal operation. The insertion portion may have different cross-sectional shapes including circular and oval. Finally, the insertion portion may be configured to engage the umbilicus such that the umbilical splint is retained within the umbilicus.
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FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention relates to an umbilical splint, and more particularly towards an umbilical splint for post-operative care and methods of use.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] During certain types of abdominal surgery, incisions are made in the umbilicus or the surrounding umbilical (belly button) region. Examples of such procedures include abdominoplasty (i.e. tummy tuck), panniculectomy, Transverse Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous (TRAM) flap procedures, endoscopic surgeries, and the like. Circumferential umbilical incisions can lead to contracture and closure of the umbilicus or umbilical opening due to the physiological forces of scar contracture. This can lead to deformities of the umbilicus, as well as infections.

[0003] Deformity of the umbilicus can also occur after pregnancy, especially if a caesarean section is required, and after weight loss.

[0004] Current products used to counteract the forces of scar contracture following umbilical or other abdominal ...

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