ZA200404469B - An absorbent article having an insert providing for improved fluid distribution. - Google Patents
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| US10/026,855 US20030120249A1 (en) | 2001-12-20 | 2001-12-20 | Absorbent article having an insert providing for improved fluid distribution |
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| US (1) | US20030120249A1 (es) |
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