Ostomy bag change frame

Abstract

A device, method and kit of parts for changing an ostomy bag comprising a frame 10 which a disposal bag can be secured to, the frame is attached to a support structure which can be secured to a belt via a first body section 2 and a second body section 8 which extends from the first body section. Optionally the frame and body sections are slid together with an inference fit or attached by a hinge mechanism or the frame has a geometrical shape.

Claims

1. A device for changing or emptying an ostomy bag, the device comprising:i) a frame to which a disposal bag can be secured in an open configuration;ii) a support structure to which the frame is permanently or releasably attached;wherein the support structure is able to be secured to a belt; andwherein the support structure comprises a first body section comprising an arrangement enabling it to be secured to a belt, and a second body section extending downwards from the main body section when the device is in use.

2. A device according to claim 1, wherein the frame has a plurality of securing locations thereon which are each able to secure a handle of the disposal bag to maintain it in the open configuration.

3. A device according to claim 2, wherein the securing locations comprise one or more selected from hooks, clips, or protrusions.

4. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the frame has a geometrical shape.

5. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the frame has an engaging member thereon, which is able to engage with a receiving member on the support structure.

6. A device according to claim 5, wherein the frame and support structure are attached together by a sliding connection.

7. A device according to claim 5 or claim 6, wherein the frame is secured into place by sliding the engaging member downwards into the receiving member.

8. A device according to any of claims 1-4, wherein the frame and support structure are attached together by a hinge mechanism.

9. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the support structure is substantially flat in shape.

10. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the wherein the support structure is secured to a belt.

11. A device according to claim 10, wherein the support structure is secured to the belt via one or more openings on the support structure, or via a clip on the support structure or belt.

12. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the second body section is narrower than the first body section.

13. A device according to any preceding claim, wherein the frame and / or support structure comprises or is made of a material selected from polypropylene, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polyethylene (such as high or low density polyethylene), a polyamide such as Nylon®, polycarbonate, polymethyl methacrylate, (thermoplastic) polyurethane, silicone rubber, thermoplastic rubber, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), polyoxymethylene, or polystyrene.

14. A method of changing or emptying an ostomy bag, the method comprising using a device comprising:i) a frame to which a disposal bag can be secured in an open configuration; andii) a support structure to which the frame can be releasably attached;where the support structure is able to be secured to a belt; andwherein the support structure comprises a first body section comprising an arrangement enabling it to be secured to a belt, and a second body section extending downwards from the main body section when the device is in use.

15. A kit of parts, comprising:i) a frame to which a disposal bag can be secured in an open configuration; andii) a support structure to which the frame can be releasably attached, where the support structure is able to be secured to a belt; andwherein the support structure comprises a first body section comprising an arrangement enabling it to be secured to a belt, and a second body section extending downwards from the main body section when the device is in use.

16. A kit of parts according to claim 15, further comprising a belt and / or a disposal bag.

17. A kit of parts according to claim 15 or claim 16, wherein the kit is provided in a carry case which is able to be affixed to the belt.

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