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Details for Patent: 4,393,871


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Summary for Patent: 4,393,871
Title: Vaginal device
Abstract:A vaginal device adapted for insertion and placement in the human vaginal cavity and subsequent removal therefrom for the administration of spermicide or a variety of medications such as anti-infectives, anti-inflammatories, estrogens, progestogens, and the like. When used as a contraceptive, the vaginal device covers/blocks the cervix, soaks up and traps sperm, and slowly releases a spermicide.
Inventor(s): Vorhauer; Bruce W. (Irvine, CA), Dobbie, Jr.; Thomas A. (Newport Beach, CA)
Assignee: VLI Corporation (Costa Mesa, CA)
Application Number:06/249,228
Patent Claim Types:
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Device; Delivery; Use; Compound;

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