US20220062027A1 - Systems and methods including a male fluid collection device and a securement element - Google Patents
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- 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
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- An individual may have limited or impaired mobility such that typical urination processes are challenging or impossible. For example, the individual may have surgery or a disability that impairs mobility. In another example, the individual may have restricted travel conditions such as those experienced by pilots, drivers, and workers in hazardous areas. Additionally, fluid collection from the individual may be needed for monitoring purposes or clinical testing.
- Bed pans and urinary catheters such as a Foley catheter, can be used to address some of these circumstances.
- bed pans and urinary catheters have several problems associated therewith.
- bed pans can be prone to discomfort, pressure ulcers spills, and other hygiene issues.
- Urinary catheters be can be uncomfortable, painful, and can cause urinary tract infections.
- a male fluid collection device includes a body defining a chamber sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein, one or more securement elements configured to secure the body to the penis, and a conduit in fluid communication with the chamber.
- a method of collecting fluid from a male includes positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of a fluid collection device. The method also may include securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements. The method also may include receiving fluids discharged from the penis into the chamber of the fluid collection device.
- FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 2 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 3A is an isometric front view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 3B is a rear view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 3A .
- FIG. 3C is a cross-sectional side view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 3A .
- FIG. 3D is a front view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 3A and a securement element, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 4A is an exploded isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 4B is an isometric view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 4B with a penis secured partially therein.
- FIG. 5A is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional isometric view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 5A .
- FIG. 6A is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 6B is a cross-sectional isometric view of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 6A .
- FIG. 7 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 8 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 9 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 10 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 11A is an unwrapped configuration of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 11B is a wrapped configuration of the male fluid collection device of FIG. 11A .
- FIG. 12 is a flow diagram of a method to collect fluid, according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a system for fluid collection, according to an embodiment.
- Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to systems and methods including a male fluid collection device and a securement element configured to secure the fluid collection device to a penis.
- Conventional male fluid collection devices can be difficult to retain on the penis during use.
- the embodiments of male fluid collection devices disclosed herein include external catheters for men that may be used as alternatives to condom catheters.
- the male fluid collection devices also include a securement element configured to secure the male fluid collection device to the penis and retain the male fluid collection device in position to collection fluid from the user with minimal (e.g. no) leakage.
- the male fluid collection devices disclosed herein are configured to collect fluids from an individual, such as urine, penile discharge, reproductive fluids, blood, sweat, or other bodily fluids.
- Fluid collection devices disclosed herein may be used in fluid collection systems.
- the fluid collection systems may include a fluid collection device, a fluid storage container, and a portable vacuum source.
- Fluid e.g., urine or other bodily fluids
- Fluid collected in the fluid collection device may be removed from the fluid collection device via a conduit which is in fluid communication with a chamber or an interior region of the fluid collection device.
- a first open end of the conduit may extend into or have direct fluid communication with the chamber of the fluid collection device.
- the second open end of the conduit may extend into the fluid storage container or the portable vacuum source.
- the suction force may be introduced into the interior region of the fluid collection device via the first open end of the conduit responsive to a suction (e.g., vacuum) force applied at the second end of the conduit.
- the suction force may be applied to the second open end of the conduit by the portable vacuum source either directly or indirectly.
- the portable vacuum source may be disposed in or on the fluid collection device.
- the conduit may extend from the fluid collection device and attach to the portable vacuum source at a first point therein.
- An additional conduit may attach to the portable vacuum source at a second point thereon and may extend out of the fluid collection device, and may attach to the fluid storage container.
- a vacuum e.g., suction
- Fluid such as urine, may be drained from the fluid collection device using the portable vacuum source.
- a male fluid collection device includes a body, one or more securement elements, and a conduit.
- the body defines a chamber that is sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein.
- the one or more securement elements are configured to secure the body to the penis and the conduit is in fluid communication with the chamber.
- FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a fluid collection device 100 including a body having a tubular portion 140 and a fluid impermeable cap 110 secured to the tubular portion 140 , a securement element 150 , and a conduit 108 .
- the tubular portion 140 may include a foam material, such as an open cell foam.
- the foam material includes an open cell hydrophobic foam material. The foam material allows air into the system when vacuum is pulled through the conduit 108 , preventing undesirable suction directly on the skin of the penis 10 .
- the tubular portion 140 may include a material, such as a foam material, having a low durometer that is soft when contacting the penis.
- the material of the tubular portion 140 may have a shore A durometer of less than about 30, less than about 25, less than about 20, less than about 15, less than about 10, about 10 to about 30, about 10 to about 20, about 15 to about 25, about 20 to about 30, about 10 to about 15, about 15 to about 20, about 20 to about 25, or about 25 to about 30.
- the material of the tubular portion 140 also may include a high compression material.
- the tubular portion 140 may include a C-shaped cross-section that has a slit 142 or gap that may be closed when tightened by the securement element 150 to form an O-shaped tubular element.
- the tubular portion 140 includes an O-shaped cross-section whether or not the securement element 150 has tightened around the tubular portion 140 (e.g., the slit or gap is absent from the tubular portion).
- the tubular portion 140 may define at least a portion of the chamber 104 .
- both the tubular portion 140 and the cap 110 may together define at least a portion of the chamber 104 .
- the tubular portion 140 also defines or may otherwise include an opening 106 leading to the chamber 104 .
- the opening 106 and the chamber 104 are sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis 10 when at least a portion of the penis 10 is inserted into the fluid collection device 100 through the opening 106 .
- the opening 106 and the chamber 104 may be sized and dimensioned to generally interface the penis 10 as the penis is inserted into the fluid collection device through to opening 106 .
- the tubular portion 140 may be positioned around and/or interface at least a portion of the head of the penis 10 and/or at least a portion of the shaft of the penis 10 when the securement element 150 tightens around the tubular portion 140 .
- the cap 110 is fluid impermeable and secured to the tubular portion 140 .
- the cap 110 may be secured to the tubular portion with one or more of an adhesive, chemical bonding, welding (e.g., radio frequency welding or ultrasonic welding), mechanically (e.g., clips or spikes), or friction fit.
- the cap 110 may temporarily store the fluids in a chamber 104 defined by the cap 110 .
- the cap 110 may be formed of any suitable fluid impermeable materials, such as a fluid impermeable polymer (e.g., silicone, polypropylene, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, a polycarbonate, etc.), polyurethane films, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), rubber, thermoplastic polyurethane, another suitable material, or combinations thereof.
- a fluid impermeable polymer e.g., silicone, polypropylene, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, a polycarbonate, etc.
- TPE thermoplastic elastomer
- the cap 110 substantially prevents the fluids from exiting the portions of the chamber 104 that are spaced from the opening 106 .
- the cap 110 may be flexible, thereby enabling the fluid collection device 100 to bend or curve when positioned against the body of a wearer.
- Example fluid impermeable materials may include, but are not limited to, a fluid impermeable material including at least one of Versaflex CL 2000X TPE, Dynaflex G6713 TPE, or Silpuran 6000/05 A/B silicone.
- the cap 110 may be generally rigid.
- the cap 110 may define an aperture 124 sized to receive the conduit 108 (e.g., at least one tube).
- the aperture 124 may be generally opposite to the opening 106 .
- the at least one conduit 108 may be disposed in or have communication with the chamber 104 via the aperture 124 .
- the aperture 124 may be configured to form an at least substantially fluid tight seal against the conduit 108 or the at least one tube thereby substantially preventing the fluids from escaping the chamber 104 .
- the cap also may include a fluid permeable layer 120 positioned in the chamber 104 of the cap 110 to be adjacent and/or interface the urethra opening on the head of the penis 10 .
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may cover or extend across at least a portion (e.g., all) of the chamber 104 in the cap 120 .
- the fluid permeable body 120 may be configured to wick any fluid away from the penis 10 and the opening 106 , thereby preventing the fluid from escaping the chamber 104 .
- the fluid permeable layer 120 also may wick the fluid generally towards the conduit 108 .
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may include any material that may wick the fluid.
- the permeable properties referred to herein may be wicking, capillary action, diffusion, or other similar properties or processes, and are referred to herein as “permeable” and/or “wicking.” Such “wicking” or other physical properties may exclude absorption into the fluid permeable layer 120 , such as not include absorption of the bodily fluid into the fluid permeable layer 120 . Put another way, substantially no absorption or solubility of the bodily fluids into the material may take place after the material is exposed to the bodily fluids and removed from the bodily fluids for a time.
- the term “substantially no absorption” may allow for nominal amounts of absorption and/or solubility of the bodily fluids into the fluid permeable body 120 (e.g., absorbency), such as less than about 30 wt % of the dry weight of the fluid permeable body 110 , less than about 20 wt %, less than about 10 wt %, less than about 7 wt %, less than about 5 wt %, less than about 3 wt %, less than about 2 wt %, less than about 1 wt %, or less than about 0.5 wt % of the dry weight of the fluid permeable body 210 .
- the fluid permeable body 210 may include at least one absorbent or adsorbent material.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may include a one-way fluid movement fabric. As such, the fluid permeable layer 120 may remove fluid from the area around the penis 10 , thereby leaving the penis 10 dry. The fluid permeable layer 120 may enable the fluid to flow generally towards a reservoir 122 of void space formed within the chamber 104 .
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may include a porous or fibrous material, such as hydrophilic polyolefin.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 consists of or consists essentially of a porous or fibrous material, such as hydrophilic polyolefin.
- Examples of polyolefin that may be used in the fluid permeable layer 120 include, but are not limited to, polyethylene, polypropylene, polyisobutylene, ethylene propylene rubber, ethylene propylene diene monomer, or combinations thereof.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may include varying densities or dimensions.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may be manufactured according to various manufacturing methods, such as molding, extrusion, or sintering.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 includes a singular and porous layer. In other embodiments, the fluid permeable layer 120 may include two or more layers of fluid permeable materials.
- the fluid collection device 100 may include a fluid permeable membrane covering at least a portion of a fluid permeable layer, with both the fluid permeable membrane and the fluid permeable layer being disposed in the chamber 104 .
- the fluid permeable membrane may be configured to wick any fluid away from the opening 106 and the penis 10 , thereby preventing the fluid from escaping the chamber 104 .
- the permeable properties referred to herein may be wicking, capillary action, diffusion, or other similar properties or processes, and are referred to herein as “permeable” and/or “wicking.”
- at least one of the fluid permeable membrane or the fluid permeable support include nylon configured to wick fluid away from the opening 106 and the penis 10 .
- the material of the fluid permeable membrane and the fluid permeable support also may include natural fibers. In such examples, the material may have a coating to prevent or limit absorption of fluid into the material, such as a water repellent coating.
- the fluid permeable membrane may also wick the fluid generally towards the reservoir 122 and/or the conduit 108 .
- the fluid permeable membrane may include any material that may wick the fluid.
- the fluid permeable membrane may include fabric, such as a gauze (e.g., a silk, linen, polymer based materials such as polyester, or cotton gauze), another soft fabric (e.g., jersey knit fabric or the like), or another smooth fabric (e.g., rayon, satin, or the like). Forming the fluid permeable membrane from gauze, soft fabric, and/or smooth fabric may reduce chaffing caused by the fluid collection device 100 .
- Other embodiments of fluid permeable membranes, fluid permeable supports, chambers, and their shapes and configurations are disclosed in U.S.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 includes a fluid permeable support including a porous spun nylon fiber structure and a fluid permeable wicking membrane including gauze at least partially enclosing the spun nylon fiber structure.
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may include a gauze or other wicking fabric positioned to contact the skin of the user through the opening 106 .
- the gauze or other wicking fabric is wrapped around a body of spun nylon fibers material and/or covering both sides of a substantially planar spun nylon fibers material.
- the gauze or other wicking fabric covers the side of substantially planar spun nylon fibers material that is oriented towards the skin of the user.
- the conduit 108 is direct fluid communication with the chamber 104 .
- the conduit 108 may extend at least partially into the chamber 104 in the cap 110 through conduit 124 .
- the aperture 124 may be configured to form an at least substantially fluid tight seal against the conduit 108 or the at least one tube thereby substantially preventing the fluids from escaping the chamber 104 (e.g., the reservoir 122 ).
- the conduit may be generally flush or recessed from an inner surface of the cap 110 .
- the cap 110 includes a port defining the aperture 124 , and conduit may be configured to detachably secure to the port.
- the port may protrude from the cap 110 distal to the tubular portion 140 and the conduit 108 may slide onto and off of the port.
- the conduit 108 may include a flexible material such as plastic tubing (e.g., medical tubing).
- plastic tubing may include a thermoplastic elastomer, polyvinyl chloride, ethylene vinyl acetate, polytetrafluoroethylene, etc., tubing.
- the conduit 108 may include silicone or latex.
- the cap 110 may store fluids in the reservoir 122 therein.
- the reservoir 122 may be an unoccupied portion of the chamber 104 and is void of other material.
- the reservoir 122 is defined at least partially by the fluid permeable layer 120 and the cap 110 .
- the reservoir 122 is absent, and the fluid permeable layer 120 extends continuously from within the chamber 104 to the aperture 124 and/or fill substantially all of the cap 110 . In use, the fluid permeable layer 120 may extend continuously in the chamber from the penis 10 to the aperture 124 .
- the cap 110 may be sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of the penis 10 .
- the cap 110 is sized to receive the head of the penis 110 and at least a portion of the shaft of the penis 10 .
- at least a portion of the penis 10 may interface at least a portion of the cap 110 and/or the fluid permeable layer 120 .
- the securement element 150 is configured to position around to interface the tubular portion 140 .
- the securement element 150 is configured to allow “on the fly” or personalized adjustment of the securement element 150 during use.
- the securement element 150 is adjustable strap, such as an elastic adjustable strap, a strap having a hose clamp, a strap having hook and loop fastener materials, one or more fasteners, a clip, a buckle, a strap having one or more adhesive portions, or combinations thereof.
- the securement element 150 may include an O-ring.
- the penis may be inserted into the tubular portion 140 .
- the penis 10 may be inserted into the tubular portion 140 and at least partially into the cap 110 .
- the penis 10 may be inserted only into the tubular portion 140 , e.g., the penis 10 is absent from the cap 110 after insertion.
- the securement element 150 may then be tightened around the tubular portion 140 to secure the fluid collection device 100 to the penis 10 .
- the fluid permeable layer 120 may wick the urine away from the penis 10 towards the reservoir 122 and aperture 124 , and a vacuum may pull the urine out of the fluid collection device 100 through the conduit 108 .
- FIG. 2 is an isometric view of a fluid collection device 200 including a body 210 having an opening 206 and an aperture 224 opposite to the opening 206 , a securement element, and a conduit 108 .
- the body 210 may include a fluid impermeable layer, such as any of the materials described above in relation to the cap 110 .
- the body 210 may define or otherwise include the chamber that is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of the penis 10 . In some embodiments, chamber is sized and dimensioned to receive the head and at least a portion of the shaft of the penis 10 .
- the opening 206 of the body 210 leads to the chamber and is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a head of the penis 10 .
- the aperture 224 is configured to receive the conduit 108 , thereby providing fluid communication between the chamber of the body 210 and the conduit 108 .
- the body 210 includes a thin film layer.
- the body 210 may include a polyethylene or polyethylene film.
- the body also may include a through hole 218 that may be positioned between the aperture 224 and the opening 206 .
- the through hole 218 may be sized and dimensioned for receiving at least a portion of a valve 252 therein.
- the securement element includes one or more (e.g., two) inflatable rings 250 secured or securable to the body 210 and including the valve 252 .
- the one or more inflatable rings 250 may include inflatable silicone O-rings or any other inflatable ring.
- the valve 252 may be positioned or positionable at least partially in the through hole 218 and is configured to receive air to inflate the one or more inflatable rings 250 and exhaust air to deflate the one or more inflatable rings 250 .
- the valve 252 includes a fixed pressure regulator, and air pressure to the one or more inflatable rings 250 may be regulated through the valve 252 .
- a fixed pressure regulator allows the one or more inflatable rings 250 to exert the same desired (low) pressure on the penis 10 , regardless of the size of the penis 10 .
- the valve 252 may receive air from an air line at the care facility or a standard syringe.
- the fluid collection device 200 may include a connector 254 in fluid communication with the valve 252 and the two inflatable rings 250 such that the two inflatable rings 250 may be inflated through a single valve 252 .
- Inflation of the one or more inflatable rings 250 decreases an inner diameter of one or more inflatable rings 250 effective to secure the body 210 to the penis 10 . Accordingly, once the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber of the body 210 , the one or more inflatable rings 250 may be inflated to complement the size of the particular penis 10 . In some embodiments, the one or more inflatable rings 250 are secured to the body 210 within the chamber of the body 210 . In some embodiments, the one or more inflatable rings 250 are separable from the body 210 . That is, the one or more inflatable rings 250 may be positioned on the penis before or after the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber of the body 210 .
- the one or more inflatable rings 250 may be positioned on the penis 10 before inflation of the one or more inflatable rings 250 and then the penis 10 (with the one or more inflatable rings 250 ) may be inserted into the chamber of the body 210 .
- the one or more rings 250 may be inflated to the desired inflation level.
- the one or more inflatable rings 250 may secure the body 210 to the penis 10 and also form a seal between a distal portion of the chamber and the opening 206 , thereby preventing urine or other discharged fluids from exiting the chamber of the body through the opening 206 .
- the body 210 also may define or otherwise include an inflation inlet allowing access and/or fluid communication to the valve 252 .
- the one or more inflatable rings 250 may be positioned outside the chamber on an outer surface of the body 210 .
- the fluid collection device 200 includes a fluid permeable layer 120 and/or a reservoir 122 in the chamber of the body 210 , as described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the fluid permeable layer may extend at least to an inflatable ring of the one or more inflatable rings 250 .
- the inflatable ring may be positioned between the fluid permeable layer and the body 210 , or the fluid permeable layer may be positioned between the inflatable ring and the fluid impermeable layer.
- the cup-shaped body 310 may include a fluid impermeable material, including any of the materials described above in relation to the cap 110 .
- the cup-shaped body 310 includes a semi-rigid plastic material, a soft silicone material, a closed cell foam, or combinations thereof.
- the cup-shaped body 310 also includes a perimeter and an open cell foam seal 312 on the perimeter.
- the open cell foam seal 312 may be configured to allow air into the chamber 304 but prevent fluid from exiting the chamber through the open cell foam seal 312 .
- the open cell foam seal 312 includes a hydrophobic open cell foam seal 312 .
- the cup-shaped body 310 also may define or otherwise include an aperture 324 configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber 304 and the conduit 108 .
- a fluid permeable material 320 may be positioned within the chamber 304 and configured to direct fluid discharged from the penis to the conduit 108 for removal from the chamber 304 .
- the fluid permeable material 320 may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluid permeable layer 120 , including a wicking material.
- the fluid permeable material 320 may form a coating on an interior surface of at least a portion (e.g., all) of the cup-shaped body.
- a bottom portion of the fluid permeable material 320 includes a lip, and a reservoir 322 of void space is formed in the chamber 304 .
- the reservoir 322 may be defined at least partially by one or more of the cup-shape body 310 , the fluid permeable material 320 , and/or the seal 312 .
- the conduit 108 may be in direct fluid communication with the reservoir 322 such that urine directed from the fluid permeable material 320 to the reservoir 322 may be evacuated with the conduit 108 .
- a fluid collection device 400 is shown in FIGS. 4A and 4B , according to an embodiment.
- the body includes a tubular body 410 and the securement element includes at least a clip 450 configured to clip around at least a portion of the tubular body 410 .
- the tubular body 410 includes a chamber 404 sized to receive and interface the penis therein.
- the tubular body 410 includes a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel and the chamber 404 includes a passage way extending through the tubular body.
- the fluid impermeable barrier may include a thin film, such as a polyurethane or a polyethylene film.
- the tubular body 410 may be configured to roll onto the penis 10 as the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber 410 and interfaces a portion of the tubular body 410 within the chamber 404 to position at least a portion of the penis 10 in the chamber 404 .
- the tubular portion 410 includes a tube within a tube configured to roll onto the penis.
- FIG. 4A shows the tubular body 410 before the penis 10 has been inserted into the chamber 404
- FIG. 4B shows the tubular body 410 after the penis 10 has been inserted into the chamber 404 and the tubular body 410 has been rolled onto the penis 10 .
- tubular body 410 is configured to roll onto the penis 10 , a portion of the tubular body 410 initially on an outer surface of the tubular body 410 may be rolled to be an inner surface of the tubular body 410 and partially define the chamber 404 when the tubular body 410 is rolled onto the penis 10 .
- the tubular body 410 includes a fluid permeable material positioned on the tubular body 410 .
- the fluid permeable material may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in reference to the fluid permeable layer 120 .
- the fluid permeable material may be positioned on the tubular body 410 to interface and move with the head of the penis 10 as the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber 405 . Once the tubular body 410 is secured to the penis 10 with the clip (shown in FIG. 4B ), the fluid permeable material may wick fluid away from the penis 10 towards the conduit 108 .
- the clip 450 may be configured to clip or otherwise secure around at least a portion of the tubular body 410 and stop the tubular body 410 from rolling when the penis 10 is positioned at a desired positioned within the chamber 404 of the tubular body 410 effective to secure the tubular body 410 to the penis 10 .
- the fluid collection device 400 also may include a sump 452 secured to at least one of the clip 450 or the tubular body 410 .
- the sump 452 is configured to collect fluid discharged from the penis 10 when the penis 10 is positioned within the tubular body 410 (shown in FIG. 4B ).
- the sump 452 may include an aperture configured to receive the conduit 108 effective and provide fluid communication between the chamber 404 and the conduit 108 .
- the sump 452 includes a fluid impermeable layer defining the aperture.
- the fluid impermeable layer may include any of the fluid impermeable materials described above in relation to the cap 110 .
- the sump 452 also includes a fluid permeable material 454 positioned on the fluid impermeable layer and configured to wick fluid towards the aperture.
- the fluid permeable material 454 may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluid impermeable layer 120 .
- FIGS. 5A and 5B A fluid collection device 500 is shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B , according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 5A shows an isometric view of the fluid collection device 500 and
- FIG. 5B shows a cross-sectional view of the fluid collection device 500 of FIG. 5A .
- the body of the fluid collection device 500 includes at least a fluid impermeable layer 510 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 510 may include any of the materials described above in relation to the cap 110 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 510 includes a fluid impermeable film, such as a polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, or polypropylene film.
- a chamber 504 may be positioned within and/or at least partially defined by the fluid impermeable layer 510 .
- the chamber 504 is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of the penis 10 .
- the chamber 504 is sized and dimensioned to receive the head and at least a portion of the shaft of the penis 10 .
- the body of the fluid collection device 500 also includes an opening 506 that leads to the chamber 504 and is sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis 10 .
- the body also includes an aperture 524 distal to the opening 506 and configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber 504 and the conduit 108 .
- the body also may include an inflation inlet positioned on the fluid impermeable layer 510 to provide fluid communication with a valve 552 .
- the one or more securement elements include one or more inflatable bags 550 positioned within the chamber 504 .
- the fluid collection device 500 also may include a valve 552 to receive air to inflate the one or more inflatable bags 550 and exhaust air to deflate the one or more inflatable bags 550 .
- the valve 552 includes a fixed pressure regulator and air pressure to the one or more inflatable bags 550 may be regulated through the valve 552 .
- a fixed pressure regulator allows the one or more inflatable bags 550 to exert the same desired (low) pressure on the penis 10 , regardless of the size of the penis 10 .
- the valve 552 may receive air from an air line at the care facility or a standard syringe.
- the two or more inflatable bags 550 may be in fluid communication with one another such that pressure in the two or more inflatable bags 550 may be equalized around the penis 10 .
- Inflation of the one or more inflatable bags 550 decreases an inner diameter of one or more inflatable bags 550 effective to secure the body of the fluid collection device 500 to the penis 10 . Accordingly, once the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber 504 , the one or more inflatable bags 550 may be inflated to complement the size of the particular penis 10 . With the penis 10 inserted into the chamber 504 and the one or more inflatable bags 550 at least partially inflated, the one or more inflatable bags 550 may interface at least one of the head or the shaft of the penis 10 . In some embodiments, the one or more inflatable bags 550 are secured to the body of the fluid collection device 500 within the chamber 504 . In some embodiments, the one or more inflatable bags 550 are separable from the body.
- the one or more inflatable bags 550 may be positioned on the penis before or after the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber 504 .
- the one or more inflatable bags 550 may be positioned on the penis 10 before inflation of the one or more inflatable bags 550 and then the penis 10 (with the one or more inflatable bags 550 ) may be inserted into the chamber 504 .
- the one or more bags 550 may be inflated to the desired inflation level.
- the one or more inflatable bags 550 When inflated to a proper level, the one or more inflatable bags 550 may secure the body of the fluid collection device 500 to the penis 10 and also form a seal between a distal portion of the chamber 504 and the opening 506 , thereby preventing urine or other discharged fluids from exiting the chamber of the body through the opening 506 .
- the body of the fluid collection device 500 also may define or otherwise include an inflation inlet allowing access and/or fluid communication to the valve 552 .
- the fluid collection device 500 includes a fluid permeable layer (not shown) and a reservoir 522 in the chamber 504 , as described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the fluid permeable layer may extend at least to an inflatable bag of the one or more inflatable bags 550 .
- the inflatable bag may be positioned between the fluid permeable layer and the body of the fluid collection device 500 , or the fluid permeable layer may be positioned between the inflatable bag and the fluid impermeable layer 510 .
- FIGS. 6A and 6B A fluid collection device 600 is shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B , according to an embodiment.
- FIG. 6A shows an isometric view of the fluid collection device 600
- FIG. 6B shows a cross-sectional view of the fluid collection device 600 of FIG. 6A .
- the body of the fluid collection device 600 includes a tubular portion 640 and a fluid impermeable cap 610 secured or securable to the tubular portion 640 .
- the tubular portion 640 and the cap 610 may include any aspect of the tubular portion 140 and the cap 110 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the cap 610 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes the chamber 604 and an aperture 624 .
- the tubular portion 640 also may at least partially define the chamber 604 .
- the aperture 624 is configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber 604 and the conduit 108 .
- the tubular portion 640 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein.
- the tubular portion 640 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof.
- the body of the fluid collection device 600 also may include a fluid permeable layer 620 and a reservoir 622 .
- the fluid permeable layer 620 and the reservoir 622 may include any aspect of the fluid permeable layer 120 and the reservoir 122 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the tubular portion 640 includes a plurality of projections 652 extending inwardly from an inner surface of the tubular portion 640 .
- the plurality of projections 652 may include a plurality of retention or detent elements, tabs, fins, or barbs.
- the plurality of projections 652 are sized and positioned to interface the penis 10 as the penis 10 is inserted into the chamber 604 and when at least a portion of the penis 10 is positioned within the chamber 604 .
- the plurality of projections 652 may be angled from the inner surface of the tubular portion 640 downward towards the cap 610 .
- This angling of the plurality of projections 652 inhibits the fluid collection device 600 from accidentally moving out of position on the penis 10 .
- the tubular portion 640 may be pinched to separate a portion of the plurality of projections 652 from the penis 10 .
- a material of the plurality of projections 652 may include one or more of an elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. Because the plurality of projections 652 are highly flexible, the plurality of projections 652 may bend to create a larger opening within the chamber 604 to accommodate the size of the penis 10 .
- the material of the plurality of projections 652 also may be soft, having a shore A durometer of about 20 to about 70, about 30 to about 60, about 20 to about 30, about 30 to about 40, about 40 to about 50, about 50 to about 60, about 60 to about 70, less than about 70, less than about 60, less than about 50, less than about 40, or less than about 30.
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 600 may include an adjustable strap 650 positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion 640 to secure the body to the penis 10 when at least a portion of the penis 10 is positioned within the chamber 604 .
- the adjustable strap 650 may include any aspect of the securement element 150 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the adjustable strap 650 includes an elastic adjustable strap.
- the adjustable strap 650 includes at least one of a hose clamp, a hook and loop fastener material, or one or more fasteners.
- a fluid collection device 700 is shown in FIG. 7 , according to an embodiment.
- the body of the fluid collection device 700 includes at least a fluid impermeable layer 710 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 710 may include a pouch-like and/or cup-shaped configuration defining or otherwise including a chamber 704 and an opening 706 both sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis 10 .
- the chamber 704 in fluid impermeable layer is sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head and a portion of the shaft of the penis 10 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 706 also may include an aperture (not visible) distal to the opening 706 .
- the aperture in the fluid impermeable layer 706 is configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber 704 and the conduit 108 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 710 may include any fluid impermeable materials described herein.
- the fluid impermeable layer 710 may include an impermeable film, such as a film include one or more of polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, polypropylene, or combinations thereof.
- some embodiments of the fluid collection device 700 include a fluid permeable layer positioned within the chamber 704 and/or a reservoir positioned in the chamber 704 adjacent to the aperture. The fluid permeable layer may extend across the chamber 704 or be adhered to at least a portion of the inner surface of the fluid impermeable layer 710 .
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 700 may include a drawstring 750 secured to the fluid impermeable layer 710 .
- the drawstring 750 may be positioned proximate to the opening 706 or between the opening 706 and the aperture distal to the opening 706 .
- the drawstring 750 may be configured to tighten the fluid impermeable layer 710 around a portion of the penis 10 .
- the drawstring 750 may be positioned in and through one or more channels around the fluid impermeable layer 710 such that the drawstring 750 may be tightened and tied around at least a portion of the fluid impermeable layer 710 .
- a fluid collection device 800 is shown in FIG. 8 , according to an embodiment.
- the body of the fluid collection device 800 includes a tubular portion 840 and a fluid impermeable cap 810 secured or securable to the tubular portion 840 .
- the tubular portion 840 and the cap 810 may include any aspect of the tubular portion 140 and the cap 110 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the cap 810 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture.
- the tubular portion 840 also may at least partially define the chamber.
- the aperture is configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit 108 .
- the tubular portion 840 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein.
- the tubular portion 840 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof.
- the tubular portion 840 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam.
- the tubular portion 840 includes a breathable fabric.
- the body of the fluid collection device 800 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluid permeable layer 120 and the reservoir 122 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 800 include an adjustable hook and loop fastener strap 850 positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion 840 to secure the body to the penis 10 when at least a portion of the penis 10 is positioned within the chamber.
- the adjustable hook and loop fastener strap 850 also may include any aspect of the securement element 150 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the adjustable hook and loop fastener strap 850 includes an elastic adjustable hook and loop fastener strap. The adjustable hook and loop fastener strap 850 may be secured to the tubular portion 840 or separate from the tubular portion 840 .
- a fluid collection device 900 is shown in FIG. 9 , according to an embodiment.
- the body of the fluid collection device 900 includes a tubular portion 940 and a fluid impermeable cap 910 secured or securable to the tubular portion 940 .
- the tubular portion 940 and the cap 910 may include any aspect of the tubular body 140 and the cap 110 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the cap 910 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture.
- the tubular portion 940 also may at least partially define the chamber.
- the aperture is configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit 108 .
- the tubular portion 940 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein.
- the tubular portion 940 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof.
- the tubular portion 940 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam.
- the tubular portion 940 includes a breathable fabric.
- the body of the fluid collection device 900 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluid permeable layer 120 and the reservoir 122 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 900 include an adjustable ratchet strap 950 positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion 940 to secure the body to the penis 10 when at least a portion of the penis 10 is positioned within the chamber.
- the adjustable ratchet strap 950 also may include any aspect of the securement element 150 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the adjustable ratchet strap 950 includes an elastic adjustable ratchet strap. The adjustable ratchet strap 950 may be secured to the tubular portion 940 or separate from the tubular portion 940 .
- a fluid collection device 1000 is shown in FIG. 10 , according to an embodiment.
- the body of the fluid collection device 1000 includes a tubular portion 1040 and a fluid impermeable cap 1010 secured or securable to the tubular portion 1040 .
- the tubular portion 1040 and the cap 1010 may include any aspect of the tubular portion 140 and the cap 110 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the cap 1010 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture.
- the tubular portion 1040 also may at least partially define the chamber.
- the aperture is configured to receive the conduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit 108 .
- the tubular portion 1040 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein.
- the tubular portion 1040 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof.
- the tubular portion 1040 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam.
- the tubular portion 1040 includes a breathable fabric.
- the body of the fluid collection device 1000 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluid permeable layer 120 and the reservoir 122 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 1000 include one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion 1040 to secure the body to the penis 10 when at least a portion of the penis 10 is positioned within the chamber.
- the one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 also may include any aspect of the securement element 150 described above in relation to the fluid collection device 100 .
- the one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 includes one or more elastic worm drive hose clamps.
- the one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 may be secured to the tubular portion 1040 or separate from the tubular portion 1040 .
- FIGS. 11A and 11B A fluid collection device 1100 is shown in FIGS. 11A and 11B , according to an embodiment.
- the fluid collection device 1100 is configured to wrap around the penis 10 .
- FIG. 11A is an unwrapped configuration of the fluid collection device 1100
- FIG. 11B is a wrapped configuration of the fluid collection device 1100 of FIG. 11A .
- the body of the fluid collection device 1100 includes a fluid impermeable layer 1110 including a first region 1112 having an inner surface and an outer surface, a second region 1114 having an inner surface and an outer surface, a slot 1118 separating two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 , and a fluid permeable layer 1120 secured to the inner surface of the two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 .
- the conduit 108 is positioned at least partially in the slot 1118 between the two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 .
- the fluid permeable layer 1120 may include any fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluid permeable layer 120 .
- the fluid impermeable layer 1110 may include any fluid impermeable material described herein, including a fluid impermeable film such as a polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, or polypropylene film.
- the one or more securement elements of the fluid collection device 1100 include an adhesive strip 1150 secured to the inner surface of the first region 1112 and a different adhesive strip 1152 a , 1152 b secured to the inner surface of each of the two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 distal to the first region 1112 .
- the adhesive strips 1150 , 1152 a , 1152 b may include any adhesive known in the art, such as an adhesive used on a diaper.
- the first region 1112 of the body is configured to wrap around at least the head of the penis 10 with the adhesive strip 1150 of the first region 1112 positioned to secure to the outer surface of the first region 1112 , thereby defining at least a portion of the chamber of the fluid collection device 1100 .
- the two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 are configured to fold towards the first region 1112 with the different adhesive strip 1152 a , 1152 b of each of the two portions 1114 a , 1114 b of the second region 1114 positioned to secure to the outer surface of the first region 1112 to position the fluid permeable layer 1110 proximate to the head of the penis 10 .
- the conduit 108 extends through the slot 1118 into the chamber.
- the fluid permeable layer 1120 is positioned on the inner surface of the second region 1112 effective to direct urine discharged from the penis 10 to the conduit 108 when the fluid collection device 1100 is in the wrapped configuration shown in FIG. 11B .
- FIG. 12 is a flow diagram of a method 1200 for collecting fluids, according to an embodiment.
- the method 1200 includes an act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis within a chamber defined by a body of a fluid collection device.
- the method 1200 also includes an act 1220 of securing the body of the fluid collection device to the penis with one or more securement elements.
- the method 1200 also includes an act 1230 of receiving fluids from the penis into the chamber of the fluid collection device.
- the method 1200 includes an act of applying suction effective to suction the fluids from the chamber via a conduit disposed therein.
- the act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis in the chamber of a tubular body of the fluid collection device 400 and rolling the tubular body onto the penis.
- the tubular body includes a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel.
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include securing a clip around the tubular body that stops or prevents the tubular body from rolling.
- the act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through at least one inflatable ring secured to the body in the fluid collection device 200 .
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include inflating the at least one inflatable ring to decrease an inner diameter of the at least one inflatable ring and secure the body to the penis.
- the act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through a tubular portion including an open cell foam and into a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion in the fluid collection devices 100 , 600 , 900 .
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include securing an adjustable strap around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber.
- the method 1200 may further include pulling the fluid in the chamber through the conduit with a vacuum force with air to flowing into chamber through the open cell foam.
- the act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device may include positioning the head of the penis within a chamber defined by a cup-shaped body with an open cell hydrophobic foam seal on a perimeter of the cup-shaped body of the fluid collection device 300 positioned against the user.
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include positioning a support material of a jock strap garment over the cup-shaped body within one more bands of the jack strap garment wrapped around the user.
- the act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device may include wrapping a first region of the body of the fluid collection device 1100 around at least the head of the penis.
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing an adhesive strip on the inner surface of the first region to the outer surface of the first region, folding two portions of a second region of the body towards the first region and securing different adhesive strips on an inner surface of each of the two portions of the second region to the outer surface of the first region to position a fluid permeable layer on the two portions of the second region proximate to the head of the penis, the conduit extending through a slot between the two portions and into the chamber.
- the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes inflating one or more inflatable bags within the chamber of the fluid collection device 500 . In some embodiments, the 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening a drawstring secured to the body of the fluid collection device 700 around the penis. In some embodiments, the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing a hook and loop material fastener strap around a tubular portion of the body of the fluid collection device 800 . In some embodiments, the act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening one or more worm drive hose clamps around a tubular portion of the body of the fluid collection device 1000 .
- Acts 1210 , 1220 , and 1230 of the method 1200 are for illustrative purposes.
- the acts 1210 , 1220 , and 1230 of the method 120 may be performed in different orders, split into multiple acts, modified, supplemented, or combined.
- one or more of the acts 1210 , 1220 , and 1230 of the method 120 may be omitted from the method 300 .
- Any of the acts 1210 , 1220 , and 1230 of the method 120 may include using any of the fluid collection devices or systems disclosed herein.
- FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a system 11 for fluid collection, according to an embodiment.
- the system 11 includes a fluid collection device 12 , a fluid storage container 14 , and a portable vacuum source 16 .
- the fluid collection device 12 may include any of the fluid collection devices described herein, such as the fluid collection devices 100 , 200 , 300 , 400 , 500 , 600 , 700 , 800 , 900 , 1000 , 1100 .
- the fluid collection device 12 , the fluid storage container 14 , and the portable vacuum source 16 may be fluidly coupled to each other via one or more conduits 17 .
- the conduit 17 may include any of the conduits described herein, such as the conduit 118 .
- the fluid collection device 12 may be operably coupled to one or more of the fluid storage container 14 or the portable vacuum source via the conduit 17 .
- Fluid e.g., urine or other bodily fluids
- Fluid collected in the fluid collection device 12 may be removed from the fluid collection device 12 via the conduit 17 , which protrudes into an interior region of the fluid collection device 12 .
- a first open end of the conduit 17 may extend into the fluid collection device 12 to a reservoir therein.
- the second open end of the conduit 17 may extend into the fluid storage container 14 or the portable vacuum source 16 .
- the suction force may be introduced into the interior region of the fluid collection device 12 via the first open end of the conduit 17 responsive to a suction (e.g., vacuum) force applied at the second end of the conduit 17 .
- the suction force may be applied to the second open end of the conduit 17 by the portable vacuum source 16 either directly or indirectly.
- the suction force may be applied indirectly via the fluid storage container 14 .
- the second open end of the conduit 17 may be disposed within the fluid storage container 14 and an additional conduit 17 may extend from the fluid storage container 14 to the portable vacuum source 16 .
- the portable vacuum source 16 may apply suction to the fluid collection device 12 via the fluid storage container 14 .
- the suction force may be applied directly via the fluid storage container 14 .
- the second open end of the conduit 17 may be disposed within the portable vacuum source 16 .
- An additional conduit 17 may extend from the portable vacuum source 16 to a point outside of the fluid collection device 12 , such as to the fluid storage container 14 .
- the portable vacuum source 16 may be disposed between the fluid collection device 12 and the fluid storage container 14 .
- the fluid collection device 12 may be shaped and sized to be positioned on a penis.
- the fluid collection device 12 may include body at least partially defining a chamber (e.g., interior region of the fluid collection device member) of the fluid collection device 12 .
- the fluid collection member of the fluid collection device 12 may include a fluid permeable body disposed within the fluid impermeable barrier.
- the fluid permeable body may include a fluid permeable membrane and fluid permeable support disposed within the fluid permeable membrane.
- the conduit 17 may extend into the fluid collection device 12 at an end region of the fluid collection device 12 .
- Example fluid collection devices for use with the systems and methods herein are described in more detail above.
- the fluid storage container 14 may include a bag (e.g., drainage bag), a bottle or cup (e.g., collection jar), or any other enclosed container for storing bodily fluids such as urine.
- the conduit 17 may extend from the fluid collection device 12 and attach to the fluid storage container 14 at a first point therein.
- An additional conduit 17 may attach to the fluid storage container 14 at a second point thereon and may extend and attach to the portable vacuum source 16 .
- the fluid storage container 14 may include a container fluidly coupled to a first conduit section that is also fluidly coupled to the fluid collection member of the fluid collection device 12 .
- the container may be fluidly coupled to a second section of the conduit 17 that is also fluidly coupled to a portable vacuum source.
- the portable vacuum source 16 may provide a vacuum/suction through the container to the fluid collection member to provide suction in the chamber of the fluid collection member. Accordingly, a vacuum (e.g., suction) may be drawn through fluid collection device 12 via the fluid storage container 14 . As the fluid is drained from the chamber, the fluid may travel through the first section of conduit to the fluid storage container where it may be retained. Fluid, such as urine, may be drained from the fluid collection device 12 using the portable vacuum source 16 .
- a vacuum e.g., suction
- the portable vacuum source 16 may be disposed in or on the fluid collection device 12 .
- the conduit 17 may extend from the fluid collection device and attach to the portable vacuum source 16 at a first point therein.
- An additional conduit 17 may attach to the portable vacuum source 16 at a second point thereon and may extend out of the fluid collection device 12 , and may attach to the fluid storage container 14 .
- a vacuum e.g., suction
- suction may be drawn through fluid collection device 12 via the fluid storage container 14 .
- the portable vacuum source 16 may include one or more of a manual vacuum pump, and electric vacuum pump, a diaphragm pump, a centrifugal pump, a displacement pump, a magnetically driven pump, a peristaltic pump, or any pump configured to produce a vacuum.
- the portable vacuum source 16 may provide a vacuum or suction to remove fluid from the fluid collection member of the fluid collection device 12 .
- the portable vacuum source 16 may be powered by one or more of a power cord (e.g., connected to a power socket), one or more batteries, or even manual power (e.g., a hand operated vacuum pump).
- the portable vacuum source 16 may be sized and shaped to fit outside of, on, or within the fluid collection device 12 .
- the portable vacuum source 16 may include one or more miniaturized pumps or one or more micro pumps.
- the portable vacuum sources 16 disclosed herein may include one or more of a switch, a button, a plug, a remote, or any other device suitable to activate the portable vacuum source 16 .
- the portable vacuum sources 16 disclosed herein may provide a portable means of providing a suction or vacuum that allows use of the devices and systems herein outside of hospital or care facility environments where vacuum lines are plumbed into patient rooms or large (e.g., larger or heavier than a patient can readily carry) vacuum sources are located.
- a portable vacuum source may be small and light enough to be carried by a user (e.g., patient) or aid (e.g., nurse) during transportation of the user.
- the term “about” or “substantially” refers to an allowable variance of the term modified by “about” by ⁇ 10% or ⁇ 5%. Further, the terms “less than,” “or less,” “greater than”, “more than,” or “or more” include as an endpoint, the value that is modified by the terms “less than,” “or less,” “greater than,” “more than,” or “or more.”
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Abstract
Example male fluid collection devices and methods of collecting fluid are described. The fluid collection devices include a body defining a chamber sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein, one or more securement elements configured to secure the body to the penis, and a conduit in fluid communication with the chamber.
Description
- This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63/073,545 filed on Sep. 2, 2020, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein, in its entirety, by this reference.
- An individual may have limited or impaired mobility such that typical urination processes are challenging or impossible. For example, the individual may have surgery or a disability that impairs mobility. In another example, the individual may have restricted travel conditions such as those experienced by pilots, drivers, and workers in hazardous areas. Additionally, fluid collection from the individual may be needed for monitoring purposes or clinical testing.
- Bed pans and urinary catheters, such as a Foley catheter, can be used to address some of these circumstances. However, bed pans and urinary catheters have several problems associated therewith. For example, bed pans can be prone to discomfort, pressure ulcers spills, and other hygiene issues. Urinary catheters be can be uncomfortable, painful, and can cause urinary tract infections.
- Thus, users and manufacturers of fluid collection devices continue to seek new and improved devices, systems, and methods to collect urine.
- Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to male fluid collection devices and methods of collecting fluid from a male. In an embodiment, a male fluid collection device includes a body defining a chamber sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein, one or more securement elements configured to secure the body to the penis, and a conduit in fluid communication with the chamber.
- In an embodiment, a method of collecting fluid from a male includes positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of a fluid collection device. The method also may include securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements. The method also may include receiving fluids discharged from the penis into the chamber of the fluid collection device.
- Features from any of the disclosed embodiments may be used in combination with one another, without limitation. In addition, other features and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art through consideration of the following detailed description and the accompanying drawings.
- The drawings illustrate several embodiments of the present disclosure, wherein identical reference numerals refer to identical or similar elements or features in different views or embodiments shown in the drawings.
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FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 2 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 3A is an isometric front view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 3B is a rear view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 3A . -
FIG. 3C is a cross-sectional side view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 3A . -
FIG. 3D is a front view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 3A and a securement element, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 4A is an exploded isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 4B is an isometric view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 4B with a penis secured partially therein. -
FIG. 5A is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional isometric view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 5A . -
FIG. 6A is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 6B is a cross-sectional isometric view of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 6A . -
FIG. 7 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 8 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 9 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 10 is an isometric view of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 11A is an unwrapped configuration of a male fluid collection device, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 11B is a wrapped configuration of the male fluid collection device ofFIG. 11A . -
FIG. 12 is a flow diagram of a method to collect fluid, according to an embodiment. -
FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a system for fluid collection, according to an embodiment. - Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to systems and methods including a male fluid collection device and a securement element configured to secure the fluid collection device to a penis. Conventional male fluid collection devices can be difficult to retain on the penis during use. The embodiments of male fluid collection devices disclosed herein include external catheters for men that may be used as alternatives to condom catheters. The male fluid collection devices also include a securement element configured to secure the male fluid collection device to the penis and retain the male fluid collection device in position to collection fluid from the user with minimal (e.g. no) leakage. The male fluid collection devices disclosed herein are configured to collect fluids from an individual, such as urine, penile discharge, reproductive fluids, blood, sweat, or other bodily fluids.
- Fluid collection devices disclosed herein may be used in fluid collection systems. The fluid collection systems may include a fluid collection device, a fluid storage container, and a portable vacuum source. Fluid (e.g., urine or other bodily fluids) collected in the fluid collection device may be removed from the fluid collection device via a conduit which is in fluid communication with a chamber or an interior region of the fluid collection device. For example, a first open end of the conduit may extend into or have direct fluid communication with the chamber of the fluid collection device. The second open end of the conduit may extend into the fluid storage container or the portable vacuum source. The suction force may be introduced into the interior region of the fluid collection device via the first open end of the conduit responsive to a suction (e.g., vacuum) force applied at the second end of the conduit. The suction force may be applied to the second open end of the conduit by the portable vacuum source either directly or indirectly.
- In some embodiments, the portable vacuum source may be disposed in or on the fluid collection device. In such embodiments, the conduit may extend from the fluid collection device and attach to the portable vacuum source at a first point therein. An additional conduit may attach to the portable vacuum source at a second point thereon and may extend out of the fluid collection device, and may attach to the fluid storage container. Accordingly, a vacuum (e.g., suction) may be drawn through the fluid collection device via the fluid storage container. Fluid, such as urine, may be drained from the fluid collection device using the portable vacuum source.
- In many embodiments, a male fluid collection device includes a body, one or more securement elements, and a conduit. The body defines a chamber that is sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein. The one or more securement elements are configured to secure the body to the penis and the conduit is in fluid communication with the chamber.
FIG. 1 is an isometric view of afluid collection device 100 including a body having atubular portion 140 and a fluidimpermeable cap 110 secured to thetubular portion 140, asecurement element 150, and aconduit 108. Thetubular portion 140 may include a foam material, such as an open cell foam. In some embodiments, the foam material includes an open cell hydrophobic foam material. The foam material allows air into the system when vacuum is pulled through theconduit 108, preventing undesirable suction directly on the skin of thepenis 10. - The
tubular portion 140 may include a material, such as a foam material, having a low durometer that is soft when contacting the penis. For example, the material of thetubular portion 140 may have a shore A durometer of less than about 30, less than about 25, less than about 20, less than about 15, less than about 10, about 10 to about 30, about 10 to about 20, about 15 to about 25, about 20 to about 30, about 10 to about 15, about 15 to about 20, about 20 to about 25, or about 25 to about 30. The material of thetubular portion 140 also may include a high compression material. - The
tubular portion 140 may include a C-shaped cross-section that has aslit 142 or gap that may be closed when tightened by thesecurement element 150 to form an O-shaped tubular element. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 140 includes an O-shaped cross-section whether or not thesecurement element 150 has tightened around the tubular portion 140 (e.g., the slit or gap is absent from the tubular portion). Thetubular portion 140 may define at least a portion of thechamber 104. In some embodiments, both thetubular portion 140 and thecap 110 may together define at least a portion of thechamber 104. Thetubular portion 140 also defines or may otherwise include anopening 106 leading to thechamber 104. Theopening 106 and thechamber 104 are sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of thepenis 10 when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is inserted into thefluid collection device 100 through theopening 106. Theopening 106 and thechamber 104 may be sized and dimensioned to generally interface thepenis 10 as the penis is inserted into the fluid collection device through toopening 106. In use, thetubular portion 140 may be positioned around and/or interface at least a portion of the head of thepenis 10 and/or at least a portion of the shaft of thepenis 10 when thesecurement element 150 tightens around thetubular portion 140. - The
cap 110 is fluid impermeable and secured to thetubular portion 140. In some embodiments, thecap 110 may be secured to the tubular portion with one or more of an adhesive, chemical bonding, welding (e.g., radio frequency welding or ultrasonic welding), mechanically (e.g., clips or spikes), or friction fit. Thecap 110 may temporarily store the fluids in achamber 104 defined by thecap 110. Thecap 110 may be formed of any suitable fluid impermeable materials, such as a fluid impermeable polymer (e.g., silicone, polypropylene, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, a polycarbonate, etc.), polyurethane films, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), rubber, thermoplastic polyurethane, another suitable material, or combinations thereof. As such, thecap 110 substantially prevents the fluids from exiting the portions of thechamber 104 that are spaced from theopening 106. Thecap 110 may be flexible, thereby enabling thefluid collection device 100 to bend or curve when positioned against the body of a wearer. Example fluid impermeable materials may include, but are not limited to, a fluid impermeable material including at least one of Versaflex CL 2000X TPE, Dynaflex G6713 TPE, or Silpuran 6000/05 A/B silicone. In some embodiments, thecap 110 may be generally rigid. - In some embodiments, the
cap 110 may define anaperture 124 sized to receive the conduit 108 (e.g., at least one tube). Theaperture 124 may be generally opposite to theopening 106. The at least oneconduit 108 may be disposed in or have communication with thechamber 104 via theaperture 124. Theaperture 124 may be configured to form an at least substantially fluid tight seal against theconduit 108 or the at least one tube thereby substantially preventing the fluids from escaping thechamber 104. - The cap also may include a fluid
permeable layer 120 positioned in thechamber 104 of thecap 110 to be adjacent and/or interface the urethra opening on the head of thepenis 10. The fluidpermeable layer 120 may cover or extend across at least a portion (e.g., all) of thechamber 104 in thecap 120. The fluidpermeable body 120 may be configured to wick any fluid away from thepenis 10 and theopening 106, thereby preventing the fluid from escaping thechamber 104. The fluidpermeable layer 120 also may wick the fluid generally towards theconduit 108. - The fluid
permeable layer 120 may include any material that may wick the fluid. The permeable properties referred to herein may be wicking, capillary action, diffusion, or other similar properties or processes, and are referred to herein as “permeable” and/or “wicking.” Such “wicking” or other physical properties may exclude absorption into the fluidpermeable layer 120, such as not include absorption of the bodily fluid into the fluidpermeable layer 120. Put another way, substantially no absorption or solubility of the bodily fluids into the material may take place after the material is exposed to the bodily fluids and removed from the bodily fluids for a time. While no absorption or solubility is desired, the term “substantially no absorption” may allow for nominal amounts of absorption and/or solubility of the bodily fluids into the fluid permeable body 120 (e.g., absorbency), such as less than about 30 wt % of the dry weight of the fluidpermeable body 110, less than about 20 wt %, less than about 10 wt %, less than about 7 wt %, less than about 5 wt %, less than about 3 wt %, less than about 2 wt %, less than about 1 wt %, or less than about 0.5 wt % of the dry weight of the fluidpermeable body 210. In an embodiment, the fluidpermeable body 210 may include at least one absorbent or adsorbent material. - The fluid
permeable layer 120 may include a one-way fluid movement fabric. As such, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may remove fluid from the area around thepenis 10, thereby leaving thepenis 10 dry. The fluidpermeable layer 120 may enable the fluid to flow generally towards areservoir 122 of void space formed within thechamber 104. For example, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may include a porous or fibrous material, such as hydrophilic polyolefin. In some embodiments, the fluidpermeable layer 120 consists of or consists essentially of a porous or fibrous material, such as hydrophilic polyolefin. Examples of polyolefin that may be used in the fluidpermeable layer 120 include, but are not limited to, polyethylene, polypropylene, polyisobutylene, ethylene propylene rubber, ethylene propylene diene monomer, or combinations thereof. The fluidpermeable layer 120 may include varying densities or dimensions. Moreover, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may be manufactured according to various manufacturing methods, such as molding, extrusion, or sintering. - In some embodiments, the fluid
permeable layer 120 includes a singular and porous layer. In other embodiments, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may include two or more layers of fluid permeable materials. For example, thefluid collection device 100 may include a fluid permeable membrane covering at least a portion of a fluid permeable layer, with both the fluid permeable membrane and the fluid permeable layer being disposed in thechamber 104. The fluid permeable membrane may be configured to wick any fluid away from theopening 106 and thepenis 10, thereby preventing the fluid from escaping thechamber 104. The permeable properties referred to herein may be wicking, capillary action, diffusion, or other similar properties or processes, and are referred to herein as “permeable” and/or “wicking.” In some embodiments, at least one of the fluid permeable membrane or the fluid permeable support include nylon configured to wick fluid away from theopening 106 and thepenis 10. The material of the fluid permeable membrane and the fluid permeable support also may include natural fibers. In such examples, the material may have a coating to prevent or limit absorption of fluid into the material, such as a water repellent coating. - The fluid permeable membrane may also wick the fluid generally towards the
reservoir 122 and/or theconduit 108. The fluid permeable membrane may include any material that may wick the fluid. For example, the fluid permeable membrane may include fabric, such as a gauze (e.g., a silk, linen, polymer based materials such as polyester, or cotton gauze), another soft fabric (e.g., jersey knit fabric or the like), or another smooth fabric (e.g., rayon, satin, or the like). Forming the fluid permeable membrane from gauze, soft fabric, and/or smooth fabric may reduce chaffing caused by thefluid collection device 100. Other embodiments of fluid permeable membranes, fluid permeable supports, chambers, and their shapes and configurations are disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/612,325 filed on Jun. 2, 2017; U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/260,103 filed on Sep. 8, 2016; U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/611,587 filed on Jun. 1, 2017; PCT Patent Application No. PCT/US19/29608, filed on Apr. 29, 2019, the disclosure of each of which is incorporated herein, in its entirety, by this reference. In many embodiments, the fluidpermeable layer 120 includes a fluid permeable support including a porous spun nylon fiber structure and a fluid permeable wicking membrane including gauze at least partially enclosing the spun nylon fiber structure. For example, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may include a gauze or other wicking fabric positioned to contact the skin of the user through theopening 106. In some embodiments, the gauze or other wicking fabric is wrapped around a body of spun nylon fibers material and/or covering both sides of a substantially planar spun nylon fibers material. In some embodiments, the gauze or other wicking fabric covers the side of substantially planar spun nylon fibers material that is oriented towards the skin of the user. - In the illustrated embodiment, the
conduit 108 is direct fluid communication with thechamber 104. For example, theconduit 108 may extend at least partially into thechamber 104 in thecap 110 throughconduit 124. Theaperture 124 may be configured to form an at least substantially fluid tight seal against theconduit 108 or the at least one tube thereby substantially preventing the fluids from escaping the chamber 104 (e.g., the reservoir 122). The conduit may be generally flush or recessed from an inner surface of thecap 110. In some embodiments, thecap 110 includes a port defining theaperture 124, and conduit may be configured to detachably secure to the port. For example, the port may protrude from thecap 110 distal to thetubular portion 140 and theconduit 108 may slide onto and off of the port. Theconduit 108 may include a flexible material such as plastic tubing (e.g., medical tubing). Such plastic tubing may include a thermoplastic elastomer, polyvinyl chloride, ethylene vinyl acetate, polytetrafluoroethylene, etc., tubing. In some embodiments, theconduit 108 may include silicone or latex. - The
cap 110 may store fluids in thereservoir 122 therein. Thereservoir 122 may be an unoccupied portion of thechamber 104 and is void of other material. In some embodiments, thereservoir 122 is defined at least partially by the fluidpermeable layer 120 and thecap 110. In some embodiments, thereservoir 122 is absent, and the fluidpermeable layer 120 extends continuously from within thechamber 104 to theaperture 124 and/or fill substantially all of thecap 110. In use, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may extend continuously in the chamber from thepenis 10 to theaperture 124. - The
cap 110 may be sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, thecap 110 is sized to receive the head of thepenis 110 and at least a portion of the shaft of thepenis 10. When received into thechamber 104 of thecap 110, at least a portion of thepenis 10 may interface at least a portion of thecap 110 and/or the fluidpermeable layer 120. - The
securement element 150 is configured to position around to interface thetubular portion 140. Thesecurement element 150 is configured to allow “on the fly” or personalized adjustment of thesecurement element 150 during use. In some embodiments, thesecurement element 150 is adjustable strap, such as an elastic adjustable strap, a strap having a hose clamp, a strap having hook and loop fastener materials, one or more fasteners, a clip, a buckle, a strap having one or more adhesive portions, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, thesecurement element 150 may include an O-ring. - In operation, the penis may be inserted into the
tubular portion 140. In some embodiments, thepenis 10 may be inserted into thetubular portion 140 and at least partially into thecap 110. In some embodiments, thepenis 10 may be inserted only into thetubular portion 140, e.g., thepenis 10 is absent from thecap 110 after insertion. Thesecurement element 150 may then be tightened around thetubular portion 140 to secure thefluid collection device 100 to thepenis 10. Thereafter, when urine is discharged from thepenis 10, the fluidpermeable layer 120 may wick the urine away from thepenis 10 towards thereservoir 122 andaperture 124, and a vacuum may pull the urine out of thefluid collection device 100 through theconduit 108. -
FIG. 2 is an isometric view of afluid collection device 200 including abody 210 having anopening 206 and anaperture 224 opposite to theopening 206, a securement element, and aconduit 108. Thebody 210 may include a fluid impermeable layer, such as any of the materials described above in relation to thecap 110. Thebody 210 may define or otherwise include the chamber that is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, chamber is sized and dimensioned to receive the head and at least a portion of the shaft of thepenis 10. Theopening 206 of thebody 210 leads to the chamber and is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a head of thepenis 10. Theaperture 224 is configured to receive theconduit 108, thereby providing fluid communication between the chamber of thebody 210 and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thebody 210 includes a thin film layer. For example, thebody 210 may include a polyethylene or polyethylene film. The body also may include a throughhole 218 that may be positioned between theaperture 224 and theopening 206. The throughhole 218 may be sized and dimensioned for receiving at least a portion of avalve 252 therein. - The securement element includes one or more (e.g., two)
inflatable rings 250 secured or securable to thebody 210 and including thevalve 252. The one or moreinflatable rings 250 may include inflatable silicone O-rings or any other inflatable ring. Thevalve 252 may be positioned or positionable at least partially in the throughhole 218 and is configured to receive air to inflate the one or moreinflatable rings 250 and exhaust air to deflate the one or moreinflatable rings 250. In some embodiments, thevalve 252 includes a fixed pressure regulator, and air pressure to the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may be regulated through thevalve 252. A fixed pressure regulator allows the one or moreinflatable rings 250 to exert the same desired (low) pressure on thepenis 10, regardless of the size of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, thevalve 252 may receive air from an air line at the care facility or a standard syringe. In embodiments having two or moreinflatable rings 250, thefluid collection device 200 may include aconnector 254 in fluid communication with thevalve 252 and the twoinflatable rings 250 such that the twoinflatable rings 250 may be inflated through asingle valve 252. - Inflation of the one or more
inflatable rings 250 decreases an inner diameter of one or moreinflatable rings 250 effective to secure thebody 210 to thepenis 10. Accordingly, once thepenis 10 is inserted into the chamber of thebody 210, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may be inflated to complement the size of theparticular penis 10. In some embodiments, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 are secured to thebody 210 within the chamber of thebody 210. In some embodiments, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 are separable from thebody 210. That is, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may be positioned on the penis before or after thepenis 10 is inserted into the chamber of thebody 210. For example, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may be positioned on thepenis 10 before inflation of the one or moreinflatable rings 250 and then the penis 10 (with the one or more inflatable rings 250) may be inserted into the chamber of thebody 210. Once thepenis 10 is in the chamber of thebody 210, the one ormore rings 250 may be inflated to the desired inflation level. When inflated to a proper level, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may secure thebody 210 to thepenis 10 and also form a seal between a distal portion of the chamber and theopening 206, thereby preventing urine or other discharged fluids from exiting the chamber of the body through theopening 206. In embodiments having the one or moreinflatable rings 250 within the chamber during use, thebody 210 also may define or otherwise include an inflation inlet allowing access and/or fluid communication to thevalve 252. In some embodiments, the one or moreinflatable rings 250 may be positioned outside the chamber on an outer surface of thebody 210. - Although not shown in in
FIG. 2 , in some embodiments, thefluid collection device 200 includes a fluidpermeable layer 120 and/or areservoir 122 in the chamber of thebody 210, as described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. The fluid permeable layer may extend at least to an inflatable ring of the one or moreinflatable rings 250. The inflatable ring may be positioned between the fluid permeable layer and thebody 210, or the fluid permeable layer may be positioned between the inflatable ring and the fluid impermeable layer. - A
fluid collection system 300 is shown inFIGS. 3A-3D , according to an embodiment. Thefluid collection system 300 includes a cup-shaped body 310 (such as a cricket box cup) and a securement element of a garment 350 (shown inFIG. 3D ). The cup-shapedbody 310 defines or otherwise includes achamber 304 that is sized to receive at least thepenis 10 therein. In some embodiments, the cup-shapedbody 310 includes achamber 304 sized to receive thepenis 10 and the testicles of the users therein. The cup-shapedbody 310 may be advantageous to conventional male fluid collection devices because one size may fit most sizes of male anatomy. The cup-shapedbody 310 may include a fluid impermeable material, including any of the materials described above in relation to thecap 110. In some embodiments, the cup-shapedbody 310 includes a semi-rigid plastic material, a soft silicone material, a closed cell foam, or combinations thereof. - The cup-shaped
body 310 also includes a perimeter and an opencell foam seal 312 on the perimeter. The opencell foam seal 312 may be configured to allow air into thechamber 304 but prevent fluid from exiting the chamber through the opencell foam seal 312. In some embodiments, the opencell foam seal 312 includes a hydrophobic opencell foam seal 312. The cup-shapedbody 310 also may define or otherwise include anaperture 324 configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between thechamber 304 and theconduit 108. - A fluid
permeable material 320 may be positioned within thechamber 304 and configured to direct fluid discharged from the penis to theconduit 108 for removal from thechamber 304. The fluidpermeable material 320 may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluidpermeable layer 120, including a wicking material. In some embodiments, the fluidpermeable material 320 may form a coating on an interior surface of at least a portion (e.g., all) of the cup-shaped body. In some embodiments, a bottom portion of the fluidpermeable material 320 includes a lip, and areservoir 322 of void space is formed in thechamber 304. Thereservoir 322 may be defined at least partially by one or more of the cup-shape body 310, the fluidpermeable material 320, and/or theseal 312. Theconduit 108 may be in direct fluid communication with thereservoir 322 such that urine directed from the fluidpermeable material 320 to thereservoir 322 may be evacuated with theconduit 108. - The securement element of the
fluid collection system 300 includes agarment 350 having one or more bands configured to wrap around the user and asupport material 352 attached to the one or more straps and configured to secure thebody 310 between thesupport material 352 and the user. For example, thegarment 350 may include a jock strap garment. Thegarment 350 may be washable and reusable. - A
fluid collection device 400 is shown inFIGS. 4A and 4B , according to an embodiment. In thefluid collection device 400, the body includes atubular body 410 and the securement element includes at least aclip 450 configured to clip around at least a portion of thetubular body 410. Thetubular body 410 includes achamber 404 sized to receive and interface the penis therein. In some embodiments, thetubular body 410 includes a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel and thechamber 404 includes a passage way extending through the tubular body. The fluid impermeable barrier may include a thin film, such as a polyurethane or a polyethylene film. Thetubular body 410 may be configured to roll onto thepenis 10 as thepenis 10 is inserted into thechamber 410 and interfaces a portion of thetubular body 410 within thechamber 404 to position at least a portion of thepenis 10 in thechamber 404. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 410 includes a tube within a tube configured to roll onto the penis.FIG. 4A shows thetubular body 410 before thepenis 10 has been inserted into thechamber 404, andFIG. 4B shows thetubular body 410 after thepenis 10 has been inserted into thechamber 404 and thetubular body 410 has been rolled onto thepenis 10. Because thetubular body 410 is configured to roll onto thepenis 10, a portion of thetubular body 410 initially on an outer surface of thetubular body 410 may be rolled to be an inner surface of thetubular body 410 and partially define thechamber 404 when thetubular body 410 is rolled onto thepenis 10. - In some embodiments, the
tubular body 410 includes a fluid permeable material positioned on thetubular body 410. The fluid permeable material may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in reference to the fluidpermeable layer 120. The fluid permeable material may be positioned on thetubular body 410 to interface and move with the head of thepenis 10 as thepenis 10 is inserted into the chamber 405. Once thetubular body 410 is secured to thepenis 10 with the clip (shown inFIG. 4B ), the fluid permeable material may wick fluid away from thepenis 10 towards theconduit 108. - The
clip 450 may be configured to clip or otherwise secure around at least a portion of thetubular body 410 and stop thetubular body 410 from rolling when thepenis 10 is positioned at a desired positioned within thechamber 404 of thetubular body 410 effective to secure thetubular body 410 to thepenis 10. Thefluid collection device 400 also may include asump 452 secured to at least one of theclip 450 or thetubular body 410. Thesump 452 is configured to collect fluid discharged from thepenis 10 when thepenis 10 is positioned within the tubular body 410 (shown inFIG. 4B ). Thesump 452 may include an aperture configured to receive theconduit 108 effective and provide fluid communication between thechamber 404 and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thesump 452 includes a fluid impermeable layer defining the aperture. The fluid impermeable layer may include any of the fluid impermeable materials described above in relation to thecap 110. Thesump 452 also includes a fluidpermeable material 454 positioned on the fluid impermeable layer and configured to wick fluid towards the aperture. The fluidpermeable material 454 may include any of the fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluidimpermeable layer 120. - A
fluid collection device 500 is shown inFIGS. 5A and 5B , according to an embodiment.FIG. 5A shows an isometric view of thefluid collection device 500 andFIG. 5B shows a cross-sectional view of thefluid collection device 500 ofFIG. 5A . The body of thefluid collection device 500 includes at least a fluidimpermeable layer 510. The fluidimpermeable layer 510 may include any of the materials described above in relation to thecap 110. In some embodiments, the fluidimpermeable layer 510 includes a fluid impermeable film, such as a polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, or polypropylene film. Achamber 504 may be positioned within and/or at least partially defined by the fluidimpermeable layer 510. Thechamber 504 is sized and dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the head of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, thechamber 504 is sized and dimensioned to receive the head and at least a portion of the shaft of thepenis 10. The body of thefluid collection device 500 also includes anopening 506 that leads to thechamber 504 and is sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of thepenis 10. The body also includes anaperture 524 distal to theopening 506 and configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between thechamber 504 and theconduit 108. The body also may include an inflation inlet positioned on the fluidimpermeable layer 510 to provide fluid communication with avalve 552. - In the
fluid collection device 500, the one or more securement elements include one or moreinflatable bags 550 positioned within thechamber 504. Thefluid collection device 500 also may include avalve 552 to receive air to inflate the one or moreinflatable bags 550 and exhaust air to deflate the one or moreinflatable bags 550. In some embodiments, thevalve 552 includes a fixed pressure regulator and air pressure to the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may be regulated through thevalve 552. A fixed pressure regulator allows the one or moreinflatable bags 550 to exert the same desired (low) pressure on thepenis 10, regardless of the size of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, thevalve 552 may receive air from an air line at the care facility or a standard syringe. In embodiments having two or moreinflatable bags 550, the two or moreinflatable bags 550 may be in fluid communication with one another such that pressure in the two or moreinflatable bags 550 may be equalized around thepenis 10. - Inflation of the one or more
inflatable bags 550 decreases an inner diameter of one or moreinflatable bags 550 effective to secure the body of thefluid collection device 500 to thepenis 10. Accordingly, once thepenis 10 is inserted into thechamber 504, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may be inflated to complement the size of theparticular penis 10. With thepenis 10 inserted into thechamber 504 and the one or moreinflatable bags 550 at least partially inflated, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may interface at least one of the head or the shaft of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 are secured to the body of thefluid collection device 500 within thechamber 504. In some embodiments, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 are separable from the body. That is, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may be positioned on the penis before or after thepenis 10 is inserted into thechamber 504. For example, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may be positioned on thepenis 10 before inflation of the one or moreinflatable bags 550 and then the penis 10 (with the one or more inflatable bags 550) may be inserted into thechamber 504. Once thepenis 10 is in thechamber 504, the one ormore bags 550 may be inflated to the desired inflation level. When inflated to a proper level, the one or moreinflatable bags 550 may secure the body of thefluid collection device 500 to thepenis 10 and also form a seal between a distal portion of thechamber 504 and theopening 506, thereby preventing urine or other discharged fluids from exiting the chamber of the body through theopening 506. In embodiments having the one or moreinflatable bags 550 within thechamber 504 during use, the body of thefluid collection device 500 also may define or otherwise include an inflation inlet allowing access and/or fluid communication to thevalve 552. - In some embodiments, the
fluid collection device 500 includes a fluid permeable layer (not shown) and areservoir 522 in thechamber 504, as described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. The fluid permeable layer may extend at least to an inflatable bag of the one or moreinflatable bags 550. The inflatable bag may be positioned between the fluid permeable layer and the body of thefluid collection device 500, or the fluid permeable layer may be positioned between the inflatable bag and the fluidimpermeable layer 510. - A
fluid collection device 600 is shown inFIGS. 6A and 6B , according to an embodiment.FIG. 6A shows an isometric view of thefluid collection device 600 andFIG. 6B shows a cross-sectional view of thefluid collection device 600 ofFIG. 6A . The body of thefluid collection device 600 includes atubular portion 640 and a fluidimpermeable cap 610 secured or securable to thetubular portion 640. Unless otherwise noted, thetubular portion 640 and thecap 610 may include any aspect of thetubular portion 140 and thecap 110 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. For example, thecap 610 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes thechamber 604 and anaperture 624. Thetubular portion 640 also may at least partially define thechamber 604. Theaperture 624 is configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between thechamber 604 and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 640 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein. For example, thetubular portion 640 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. The body of thefluid collection device 600 also may include a fluidpermeable layer 620 and areservoir 622. The fluidpermeable layer 620 and thereservoir 622 may include any aspect of the fluidpermeable layer 120 and thereservoir 122 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. - In some embodiments, the
tubular portion 640 includes a plurality ofprojections 652 extending inwardly from an inner surface of thetubular portion 640. The plurality ofprojections 652 may include a plurality of retention or detent elements, tabs, fins, or barbs. The plurality ofprojections 652 are sized and positioned to interface thepenis 10 as thepenis 10 is inserted into thechamber 604 and when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is positioned within thechamber 604. In some embodiments, the plurality ofprojections 652 may be angled from the inner surface of thetubular portion 640 downward towards thecap 610. This angling of the plurality ofprojections 652 inhibits thefluid collection device 600 from accidentally moving out of position on thepenis 10. To remove thefluid collection device 600 from thepenis 10, thetubular portion 640 may be pinched to separate a portion of the plurality ofprojections 652 from thepenis 10. - A material of the plurality of
projections 652 may include one or more of an elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. Because the plurality ofprojections 652 are highly flexible, the plurality ofprojections 652 may bend to create a larger opening within thechamber 604 to accommodate the size of thepenis 10. The material of the plurality ofprojections 652 also may be soft, having a shore A durometer of about 20 to about 70, about 30 to about 60, about 20 to about 30, about 30 to about 40, about 40 to about 50, about 50 to about 60, about 60 to about 70, less than about 70, less than about 60, less than about 50, less than about 40, or less than about 30. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 600 may include anadjustable strap 650 positioned and configured to tighten around thetubular portion 640 to secure the body to thepenis 10 when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is positioned within thechamber 604. Theadjustable strap 650 may include any aspect of thesecurement element 150 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. In some embodiments, theadjustable strap 650 includes an elastic adjustable strap. In some embodiments, theadjustable strap 650 includes at least one of a hose clamp, a hook and loop fastener material, or one or more fasteners. - A
fluid collection device 700 is shown inFIG. 7 , according to an embodiment. The body of thefluid collection device 700 includes at least a fluidimpermeable layer 710. The fluidimpermeable layer 710 may include a pouch-like and/or cup-shaped configuration defining or otherwise including achamber 704 and anopening 706 both sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of thepenis 10. In some embodiments, thechamber 704 in fluid impermeable layer is sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head and a portion of the shaft of thepenis 10. The fluidimpermeable layer 706 also may include an aperture (not visible) distal to theopening 706. The aperture in the fluidimpermeable layer 706 is configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between thechamber 704 and theconduit 108. - The fluid
impermeable layer 710 may include any fluid impermeable materials described herein. In some embodiments, the fluidimpermeable layer 710 may include an impermeable film, such as a film include one or more of polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, polypropylene, or combinations thereof. Though not shown inFIG. 7 , some embodiments of thefluid collection device 700 include a fluid permeable layer positioned within thechamber 704 and/or a reservoir positioned in thechamber 704 adjacent to the aperture. The fluid permeable layer may extend across thechamber 704 or be adhered to at least a portion of the inner surface of the fluidimpermeable layer 710. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 700 may include adrawstring 750 secured to the fluidimpermeable layer 710. Thedrawstring 750 may be positioned proximate to theopening 706 or between theopening 706 and the aperture distal to theopening 706. Thedrawstring 750 may be configured to tighten the fluidimpermeable layer 710 around a portion of thepenis 10. For example, thedrawstring 750 may be positioned in and through one or more channels around the fluidimpermeable layer 710 such that thedrawstring 750 may be tightened and tied around at least a portion of the fluidimpermeable layer 710. - A
fluid collection device 800 is shown inFIG. 8 , according to an embodiment. The body of thefluid collection device 800 includes atubular portion 840 and a fluidimpermeable cap 810 secured or securable to thetubular portion 840. Unless otherwise noted, thetubular portion 840 and thecap 810 may include any aspect of thetubular portion 140 and thecap 110 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. For example, thecap 810 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture. Thetubular portion 840 also may at least partially define the chamber. The aperture is configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 840 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein. For example, thetubular portion 840 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 840 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 840 includes a breathable fabric. Though not shown inFIG. 8 , the body of thefluid collection device 800 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluidpermeable layer 120 and thereservoir 122 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 800 include an adjustable hook andloop fastener strap 850 positioned and configured to tighten around thetubular portion 840 to secure the body to thepenis 10 when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is positioned within the chamber. The adjustable hook andloop fastener strap 850 also may include any aspect of thesecurement element 150 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. In some embodiments, the adjustable hook andloop fastener strap 850 includes an elastic adjustable hook and loop fastener strap. The adjustable hook andloop fastener strap 850 may be secured to thetubular portion 840 or separate from thetubular portion 840. - A
fluid collection device 900 is shown inFIG. 9 , according to an embodiment. The body of thefluid collection device 900 includes atubular portion 940 and a fluidimpermeable cap 910 secured or securable to thetubular portion 940. Unless otherwise noted, thetubular portion 940 and thecap 910 may include any aspect of thetubular body 140 and thecap 110 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. For example, thecap 910 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture. Thetubular portion 940 also may at least partially define the chamber. The aperture is configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 940 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein. For example, thetubular portion 940 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 940 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 940 includes a breathable fabric. Though not shown inFIG. 9 , the body of thefluid collection device 900 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluidpermeable layer 120 and thereservoir 122 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 900 include anadjustable ratchet strap 950 positioned and configured to tighten around thetubular portion 940 to secure the body to thepenis 10 when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is positioned within the chamber. Theadjustable ratchet strap 950 also may include any aspect of thesecurement element 150 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. In some embodiments, theadjustable ratchet strap 950 includes an elastic adjustable ratchet strap. Theadjustable ratchet strap 950 may be secured to thetubular portion 940 or separate from thetubular portion 940. - A
fluid collection device 1000 is shown inFIG. 10 , according to an embodiment. The body of thefluid collection device 1000 includes atubular portion 1040 and a fluidimpermeable cap 1010 secured or securable to thetubular portion 1040. Unless otherwise noted, thetubular portion 1040 and thecap 1010 may include any aspect of thetubular portion 140 and thecap 110 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. For example, thecap 1010 may include a fluid impermeable cap that at least partially defines or includes a chamber and an aperture. Thetubular portion 1040 also may at least partially define the chamber. The aperture is configured to receive theconduit 108 effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and theconduit 108. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 1040 includes any of the fluid impermeable materials described herein. For example, thetubular portion 1040 may include at least one of elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, thermoplastic polyurethane, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 1040 includes any of the foam materials described herein, such as an open cell hydrophobic foam. In some embodiments, thetubular portion 1040 includes a breathable fabric. Though not shown inFIG. 10 , the body of thefluid collection device 1000 also may include a fluid permeable layer and a reservoir. The fluid permeable layer and the reservoir may include any aspect of the fluidpermeable layer 120 and thereservoir 122 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 1000 include one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 positioned and configured to tighten around thetubular portion 1040 to secure the body to thepenis 10 when at least a portion of thepenis 10 is positioned within the chamber. The one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 also may include any aspect of thesecurement element 150 described above in relation to thefluid collection device 100. In some embodiments, the one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 includes one or more elastic worm drive hose clamps. The one or more worm drive hose clamps 1050 may be secured to thetubular portion 1040 or separate from thetubular portion 1040. - A
fluid collection device 1100 is shown inFIGS. 11A and 11B , according to an embodiment. Thefluid collection device 1100 is configured to wrap around thepenis 10.FIG. 11A is an unwrapped configuration of thefluid collection device 1100, andFIG. 11B is a wrapped configuration of thefluid collection device 1100 ofFIG. 11A . The body of thefluid collection device 1100 includes a fluidimpermeable layer 1110 including afirst region 1112 having an inner surface and an outer surface, asecond region 1114 having an inner surface and an outer surface, aslot 1118 separating twoportions second region 1114, and a fluid permeable layer 1120 secured to the inner surface of the twoportions second region 1114. Theconduit 108 is positioned at least partially in theslot 1118 between the twoportions second region 1114. The fluid permeable layer 1120 may include any fluid permeable materials described above in relation to the fluidpermeable layer 120. The fluidimpermeable layer 1110 may include any fluid impermeable material described herein, including a fluid impermeable film such as a polyurethane, polyethylene, polyester, or polypropylene film. - The one or more securement elements of the
fluid collection device 1100 include anadhesive strip 1150 secured to the inner surface of thefirst region 1112 and a differentadhesive strip portions second region 1114 distal to thefirst region 1112. Theadhesive strips - To adjust the fluid collection device from the unwrapped configuration shown in
FIG. 11A to the wrapped configuration show inFIG. 11B , thefirst region 1112 of the body is configured to wrap around at least the head of thepenis 10 with theadhesive strip 1150 of thefirst region 1112 positioned to secure to the outer surface of thefirst region 1112, thereby defining at least a portion of the chamber of thefluid collection device 1100. The twoportions second region 1114 are configured to fold towards thefirst region 1112 with the differentadhesive strip portions second region 1114 positioned to secure to the outer surface of thefirst region 1112 to position the fluidpermeable layer 1110 proximate to the head of thepenis 10. In the wrapped configuration on thepenis 10, theconduit 108 extends through theslot 1118 into the chamber. The fluid permeable layer 1120 is positioned on the inner surface of thesecond region 1112 effective to direct urine discharged from thepenis 10 to theconduit 108 when thefluid collection device 1100 is in the wrapped configuration shown inFIG. 11B . -
FIG. 12 is a flow diagram of amethod 1200 for collecting fluids, according to an embodiment. Themethod 1200 includes anact 1210 of positioning a head of a penis within a chamber defined by a body of a fluid collection device. Themethod 1200 also includes anact 1220 of securing the body of the fluid collection device to the penis with one or more securement elements. Themethod 1200 also includes anact 1230 of receiving fluids from the penis into the chamber of the fluid collection device. In some embodiments, themethod 1200 includes an act of applying suction effective to suction the fluids from the chamber via a conduit disposed therein. - In some embodiments, the
act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis in the chamber of a tubular body of thefluid collection device 400 and rolling the tubular body onto the penis. The tubular body includes a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel. Theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include securing a clip around the tubular body that stops or prevents the tubular body from rolling. - In some embodiments, the
act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through at least one inflatable ring secured to the body in thefluid collection device 200. Theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include inflating the at least one inflatable ring to decrease an inner diameter of the at least one inflatable ring and secure the body to the penis. - In some embodiments, the
act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through a tubular portion including an open cell foam and into a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion in thefluid collection devices act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include securing an adjustable strap around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber. Themethod 1200 may further include pulling the fluid in the chamber through the conduit with a vacuum force with air to flowing into chamber through the open cell foam. - In some embodiments, the
act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device may include positioning the head of the penis within a chamber defined by a cup-shaped body with an open cell hydrophobic foam seal on a perimeter of the cup-shaped body of thefluid collection device 300 positioned against the user. Theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements may then include positioning a support material of a jock strap garment over the cup-shaped body within one more bands of the jack strap garment wrapped around the user. - In some embodiments, the
act 1210 of positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device may include wrapping a first region of the body of thefluid collection device 1100 around at least the head of the penis. Theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing an adhesive strip on the inner surface of the first region to the outer surface of the first region, folding two portions of a second region of the body towards the first region and securing different adhesive strips on an inner surface of each of the two portions of the second region to the outer surface of the first region to position a fluid permeable layer on the two portions of the second region proximate to the head of the penis, the conduit extending through a slot between the two portions and into the chamber. - In some embodiments, the
act 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes inflating one or more inflatable bags within the chamber of thefluid collection device 500. In some embodiments, the 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening a drawstring secured to the body of thefluid collection device 700 around the penis. In some embodiments, theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing a hook and loop material fastener strap around a tubular portion of the body of thefluid collection device 800. In some embodiments, theact 1220 of securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening one or more worm drive hose clamps around a tubular portion of the body of thefluid collection device 1000. -
Acts method 1200 are for illustrative purposes. For example, theacts method 120 may be performed in different orders, split into multiple acts, modified, supplemented, or combined. In an embodiment, one or more of theacts method 120 may be omitted from themethod 300. Any of theacts method 120 may include using any of the fluid collection devices or systems disclosed herein. -
FIG. 13 is a block diagram of asystem 11 for fluid collection, according to an embodiment. Thesystem 11 includes afluid collection device 12, afluid storage container 14, and aportable vacuum source 16. Thefluid collection device 12 may include any of the fluid collection devices described herein, such as thefluid collection devices fluid collection device 12, thefluid storage container 14, and theportable vacuum source 16 may be fluidly coupled to each other via one ormore conduits 17. Theconduit 17 may include any of the conduits described herein, such as the conduit 118. Thefluid collection device 12 may be operably coupled to one or more of thefluid storage container 14 or the portable vacuum source via theconduit 17. Fluid (e.g., urine or other bodily fluids) collected in thefluid collection device 12 may be removed from thefluid collection device 12 via theconduit 17, which protrudes into an interior region of thefluid collection device 12. For example, a first open end of theconduit 17 may extend into thefluid collection device 12 to a reservoir therein. The second open end of theconduit 17 may extend into thefluid storage container 14 or theportable vacuum source 16. The suction force may be introduced into the interior region of thefluid collection device 12 via the first open end of theconduit 17 responsive to a suction (e.g., vacuum) force applied at the second end of theconduit 17. The suction force may be applied to the second open end of theconduit 17 by theportable vacuum source 16 either directly or indirectly. - The suction force may be applied indirectly via the
fluid storage container 14. For example, the second open end of theconduit 17 may be disposed within thefluid storage container 14 and anadditional conduit 17 may extend from thefluid storage container 14 to theportable vacuum source 16. Accordingly, theportable vacuum source 16 may apply suction to thefluid collection device 12 via thefluid storage container 14. The suction force may be applied directly via thefluid storage container 14. For example, the second open end of theconduit 17 may be disposed within theportable vacuum source 16. Anadditional conduit 17 may extend from theportable vacuum source 16 to a point outside of thefluid collection device 12, such as to thefluid storage container 14. In such examples, theportable vacuum source 16 may be disposed between thefluid collection device 12 and thefluid storage container 14. - The
fluid collection device 12 may be shaped and sized to be positioned on a penis. Thefluid collection device 12 may include body at least partially defining a chamber (e.g., interior region of the fluid collection device member) of thefluid collection device 12. The fluid collection member of thefluid collection device 12 may include a fluid permeable body disposed within the fluid impermeable barrier. The fluid permeable body may include a fluid permeable membrane and fluid permeable support disposed within the fluid permeable membrane. Theconduit 17 may extend into thefluid collection device 12 at an end region of thefluid collection device 12. Example fluid collection devices for use with the systems and methods herein are described in more detail above. - In some embodiments, the
fluid storage container 14 may include a bag (e.g., drainage bag), a bottle or cup (e.g., collection jar), or any other enclosed container for storing bodily fluids such as urine. In examples, theconduit 17 may extend from thefluid collection device 12 and attach to thefluid storage container 14 at a first point therein. Anadditional conduit 17 may attach to thefluid storage container 14 at a second point thereon and may extend and attach to theportable vacuum source 16. For example, thefluid storage container 14 may include a container fluidly coupled to a first conduit section that is also fluidly coupled to the fluid collection member of thefluid collection device 12. The container may be fluidly coupled to a second section of theconduit 17 that is also fluidly coupled to a portable vacuum source. In such examples, theportable vacuum source 16 may provide a vacuum/suction through the container to the fluid collection member to provide suction in the chamber of the fluid collection member. Accordingly, a vacuum (e.g., suction) may be drawn throughfluid collection device 12 via thefluid storage container 14. As the fluid is drained from the chamber, the fluid may travel through the first section of conduit to the fluid storage container where it may be retained. Fluid, such as urine, may be drained from thefluid collection device 12 using theportable vacuum source 16. - In some embodiments, the
portable vacuum source 16 may be disposed in or on thefluid collection device 12. In such examples, theconduit 17 may extend from the fluid collection device and attach to theportable vacuum source 16 at a first point therein. Anadditional conduit 17 may attach to theportable vacuum source 16 at a second point thereon and may extend out of thefluid collection device 12, and may attach to thefluid storage container 14. Accordingly, a vacuum (e.g., suction) may be drawn throughfluid collection device 12 via thefluid storage container 14. - The
portable vacuum source 16 may include one or more of a manual vacuum pump, and electric vacuum pump, a diaphragm pump, a centrifugal pump, a displacement pump, a magnetically driven pump, a peristaltic pump, or any pump configured to produce a vacuum. Theportable vacuum source 16 may provide a vacuum or suction to remove fluid from the fluid collection member of thefluid collection device 12. In some embodiments, theportable vacuum source 16 may be powered by one or more of a power cord (e.g., connected to a power socket), one or more batteries, or even manual power (e.g., a hand operated vacuum pump). In examples, theportable vacuum source 16 may be sized and shaped to fit outside of, on, or within thefluid collection device 12. For example, theportable vacuum source 16 may include one or more miniaturized pumps or one or more micro pumps. Theportable vacuum sources 16 disclosed herein may include one or more of a switch, a button, a plug, a remote, or any other device suitable to activate theportable vacuum source 16. It should be understood that theportable vacuum sources 16 disclosed herein may provide a portable means of providing a suction or vacuum that allows use of the devices and systems herein outside of hospital or care facility environments where vacuum lines are plumbed into patient rooms or large (e.g., larger or heavier than a patient can readily carry) vacuum sources are located. For example, a portable vacuum source may be small and light enough to be carried by a user (e.g., patient) or aid (e.g., nurse) during transportation of the user. - As used herein, the term “about” or “substantially” refers to an allowable variance of the term modified by “about” by ±10% or ±5%. Further, the terms “less than,” “or less,” “greater than”, “more than,” or “or more” include as an endpoint, the value that is modified by the terms “less than,” “or less,” “greater than,” “more than,” or “or more.”
- While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments are contemplated. The various aspects and embodiment disclosed herein are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting.
Claims (32)
1. A male fluid collection device, comprising:
a body defining a chamber sized to receive at least a head of a penis therein;
one or more securement elements configured to secure the body to the penis; and
a conduit in fluid communication with the chamber.
2. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , further comprising:
wherein the body includes a tubular body including the chamber sized to receive and interface the penis therein and a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel, the tubular body being configured to roll onto the penis as the penis is inserted into the chamber and interfaces the tubular body within the chamber to position at least a portion of the penis in the chamber;
wherein the one or more securement elements include at least a clip configured to clip around the tubular body and stop the tubular body from rolling when the penis is positioned within with the tubular body effective to secure the tubular body to the penis; and
a sump secured to at least one of the clip or the tubular body and configured to collect fluid discharged from the penis when the penis is positioned within the tubular body, the sump including an aperture configured to receive the conduit effective and provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit.
3. The male fluid collection device of claim 2 , wherein:
the sump is secured to the clip and includes a fluid impermeable layer defining the aperture and a fluid permeable material positioned on the fluid impermeable layer and configured to wick fluid towards the aperture; and
the tubular body includes a fluid permeable material positioned on the tubular body to interface and move with the head of the penis as the penis is inserted into the chamber of the tubular body, the fluid permeable material of the tubular body configured to wick fluid away from the penis towards the conduit when the tubular body is secured to the penis with the clip.
4. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes at least a fluid impermeable layer, an opening sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis, and an aperture distal to the opening and configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include at least one inflatable ring secured to the body and including a valve configured to receive air to inflate the at least one inflatable ring and exhaust air to deflate the at least one inflatable ring, wherein inflation of the at least one inflatable ring decreases an inner diameter of the at least one inflatable ring effective to secure the body to the penis.
5. The male fluid collection device of claim 4 , wherein:
the at least one inflatable ring is positioned within the chamber defined by the body and interfaces the penis when the penis is positioned within the chamber and the at least one inflatable ring is inflated; and
the fluid impermeable layer of the body includes an inflation inlet providing fluid communication with the valve.
6. The male fluid collection device of claim 5 , further comprising a fluid permeable layer positioned within the chamber at least distal to the opening and configured to wick fluids discharged from the penis to the conduit, wherein the fluid permeable layer extends at least to the at least one inflatable ring and the at least one inflatable ring is positioned between (1) the fluid permeable layer and the fluid impermeable layer or (2) the at least one inflatable ring and the fluid impermeable layer.
7. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes:
a tubular portion including an open cell foam; and
a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion and including an aperture distal to the tubular portion, the fluid impermeable cap and the tubular portion defining the chamber and the aperture being configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include an adjustable strap positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber,
wherein the tubular portion is secured to the fluid impermeable cap effective to allow air to flow into chamber through the open cell foam when a vacuum is pulled in the chamber through the conduit.
8. The male fluid collection device of claim 7 , wherein:
the adjustable strap includes at least one of an elastic adjustable strap, a hose clamp, a hook and loop fastener material, or one or more fasteners; and
the tubular portion includes a shore A durometer of less than about 20.
9. The male fluid collection device of claim 7 , further comprising a fluid permeable material secured to the fluid impermeable cap within the chamber and configured to wick fluid discharged from the penis towards the conduit.
10. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the one or more securement elements include one or more inflatable bags positioned within the chamber and including a valve configured to receive air to inflate the one or more inflatable bags and exhaust air to deflate the one or more inflatable bags, wherein inflation of the one or more inflatable bags decreases an inner diameter of the fluid collection device effective to secure the body to the penis; and
the body includes at least a fluid impermeable layer, an opening sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis, an aperture distal to the opening and configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and an inflation inlet positioned to provide fluid communication with the valve.
11. The male fluid collection device of claim 10 , wherein the one or more inflatable bags interface the head of the penis and a shaft of the penis when the penis is positioned within the chamber and the one or more inflatable bags are inflated.
12. The male fluid collection device of claim 11 , wherein the one or more inflatable bags include multiple inflatable bags in fluid communication with one another.
13. The male fluid collection device of claim 10 , further comprising a fluid permeable layer positioned within the chamber at least distal to the opening and configured to wick fluids discharged from the penis to the conduit, wherein the fluid permeable layer extends at least to the one or more inflatable bags, and (1) the one or more inflatable bags are positioned between the fluid permeable layer and the fluid impermeable layer or (2) the fluid permeable layer is positioned between the one or more inflatable bags and the fluid impermeable layer.
14. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes at least a fluid impermeable layer, an opening sized and dimensioned to receive at least the head of the penis, and an aperture distal to the opening and configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include a drawstring secured to the body.
15. The male fluid collection device of claim 14 , further comprising a fluid permeable layer positioned within the chamber at least distal to the opening and configured to wick fluids discharged from the penis to the conduit.
16. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes:
a tubular portion including an inner surface and a plurality of projections extending inwardly from the inner surface; and
a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion and including an aperture distal to the tubular portion, the fluid impermeable cap and the tubular portion defining the chamber and the aperture being configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include an adjustable strap positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber.
17. The male fluid collection device of claim 16 , wherein:
the adjustable strap includes at least one of an elastic adjustable strap, a hose clamp, a hook and loop fastener material, or one or more fasteners;
the tubular portion includes an elastomeric material;
the plurality of projections have a shore A durometer of about 30 to about 60 and include one or more of an elastomer, a silicone, a thermoplastic elastomer, or thermoplastic polyurethane.
18. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes:
a tubular portion including at least one of a breathable fabric material or an open cell hydrophobic foam; and
a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion and including an aperture distal to the tubular portion, the fluid impermeable cap and the tubular portion defining the chamber and the aperture being configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include a hook and loop material fastener strap positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber.
19. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes:
a tubular portion; and
a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion and including an aperture distal to the tubular portion, the fluid impermeable cap and the tubular portion defining the chamber and the aperture being configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements include one or more worm drive hose clamps positioned and configured to tighten around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber.
20. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes a cup-shaped body sized to receive at least the penis therein, the cup-shaped body including a fluid impermeable layer defining the chamber, a perimeter, an open cell hydrophobic foam seal on the perimeter, an aperture configured to receive the conduit effective to provide fluid communication between the chamber and the conduit, a fluid permeable material positioned within the chamber and configured to direct fluid discharged from the penis to the conduit; and
the one or more securement elements a garment having one or more bands configured to wrap around the user and a support material attached to the one or more straps and configured to secure the body between the support material and the user.
21. The male fluid collection device of claim 20 , further comprising a reservoir of void space in the chamber around the aperture, wherein the cup-shaped body is sized to receive the penis and testicles of the user therein and the garment includes a jock strap garment.
22. The male fluid collection device of claim 1 , wherein:
the body includes a fluid impermeable layer including a first region having an inner surface and an outer surface, a second region having an inner surface and an outer surface, a slot separating two portions of the second region, and a fluid permeable layer secured to the inner surface of the two portions of the second region; and
the one or more securement elements include an adhesive strip secured to the inner surface of the first region and a different adhesive strip secured to the inner surface of each of the two portions of the second region distal to the first region,
wherein the first region of the body is configured to wrap around at least the head of the penis with the adhesive strip of the first region secured to the outer surface of the first region to define at least a portion of the chamber, the two portions of the second region are configured to fold towards the first region with the different adhesive strip of each of the two portions of the second region secured to the outer surface of the first region to position the fluid permeable layer proximate to the head of the penis, and the conduit extends through the slot into the chamber.
23. A method of collecting fluid from a male, the method comprising:
positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of a fluid collection device;
securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements; and
receiving fluids discharged from the penis into the chamber of the fluid collection device.
24. The method of claim 23 , wherein:
positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis in the chamber of a tubular body and rolling the tubular body onto the penis, the tubular body including a fluid impermeable barrier housing a liquid or gel; and
securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing a clip around the tubular body that stops the tubular body from rolling.
25. The method of claim 23 , wherein:
positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through at least one inflatable ring secured to the body; and
securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes inflating the at least one inflatable ring to decrease an inner diameter of the at least one inflatable ring and secure the body to the penis.
26. The method of claim 23 , further comprising:
wherein positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes inserting at least the head of the penis through a tubular portion including an open cell foam and into a fluid impermeable cap secured to the tubular portion, the fluid impermeable cap and the tubular portion defining the chamber;
wherein securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing an adjustable strap around the tubular portion to secure the body to the penis when at least a portion of the penis is positioned within the chamber; and
pulling the fluid in the chamber through the conduit with a vacuum force with air to flowing into chamber through the open cell foam.
27. The method of claim 23 , wherein securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes inflating one or more inflatable bags within the chamber.
28. The method of claim 23 , wherein securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening a drawstring secured to the body around the penis.
29. The method of claim 23 , wherein securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes securing a hook and loop material fastener strap around a tubular portion of the body.
30. The method of claim 23 , wherein securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes tightening one or more worm drive hose clamps around a tubular portion of the body.
31. The method of claim 23 , wherein:
positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes positioning the head of the penis within a chamber defined by a cup-shaped body with an open cell hydrophobic foam seal on a perimeter of the cup-shaped body positioned against the user; and
securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes positioning a support material of a jock strap garment over the cup-shaped body within one more bands of the jack strap garment wrapped around the user.
32. The method of claim 23 , wherein:
positioning a head of a penis of a user within a chamber defined by a body of fluid collection device includes wrapping a first region of the body around at least the head of the penis; and
securing the body to the penis with one or more securement elements includes:
securing an adhesive strip on the inner surface of the first region to the outer surface of the first region;
folding two portions of a second region of the body towards the first region; and
securing different adhesive strips on an inner surface of each of the two portions of the second region to the outer surface of the first region to position a fluid permeable layer on the two portions of the second region proximate to the head of the penis, the conduit extending through a slot between the two portions and into the chamber.
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