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. 2014 Mar 21:211–224. doi: 10.1533/9780857097750.211

Table 9.1.

Serial no. Patent no. Name of patent Invention Date of patent Inventor name
1 US8341768 B2 Surgical garment with means for affixing a glove thereto Surgical garment was developed with a front portion, back portion and two sleeves, with each sleeve having at least one adhesive region for affixing a donned surgical glove thereto 1 January 2013 Molnlycke Health Care ABNewsRx.com
2. US8361913 Nonwoven composite containing an apertured elastic film Composite nonwoven material were used for diapers, absorbent underpants, incontinence 2013 articles, feminine hygiene products, baby wipes, medical absorbent articles, underpads, bedpads, bandages, absorbent drapes, and medical wipes 29 January2013 Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
3. US8283029 Multilayer microporous films and composites for barrier protective materials, and methods A breathable composite non-woven multilayer microporous film was designed with controlled pore size which provided adequate barriers to blood and blood-borne pathogens (viruses) 9 October 2012 Clopay Plastic Products Company, Inc.
4. W02011078442 A1 Medical nonwoven fabric, and preparation method thereof Medical nonwoven fabric was developed, with improved dimensional stability and adhesion barrier. This invention was further used for anti-adhesion, anti-air injection shield 30 June 2011 Korea Institute of Industrial Technology
5. W02009081421 A1 Composite material made of non-woven fabric with a high absorbing capacity The composite non-woven fabric was used for medical products and hygiene products, including napkins 2 July 2009 Achille Costamagna, Sogetec S.P.A
6. US6723892 Personal care products having reduced leakage The products to be used in absorbent articles for personal care (diapers, bandages, feminine hygiene) or wound care to promote rapid absorption and retention of fluids with comfort to the user and optimum dryness 20 April 2004 Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
7. US6774069 B2 Hot-melt adhesive for non-woven elastic composite bonding Composite non-woven material used as medical garment, feminine care product, adult incontinence garment and diaper 10 August 2004 Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
8. US6610163 B1 Enhanced barrier film and laminate and method for producing same Composite nonwoven material developed for use as surgical drapes and gowns having soft outer cover and breathable properties 26 August 2003 Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc., Michael P. Mathis
9. EP 1364773 A1 Composite nonwoven fabric for protective clothing and production method thereof Composite nonwoven fabric used for protective clothing such as medical underwear and gowns due to excellent water vapour permeability, water resistance and strength 26 November 2003 Chori Co., Ltd, Kuraray Co., Ltd
10. US6410464 B1 Hand-tearable tape Pressure sensitive adhesives developed for constructing medical tapes which are physically and biologically compatible with human skin 25 Jun 2002 Robert H. Menzies, Robert J. Maki
11. WO2001015898 A1 Breathable multilayer films with breakable skin layers Breathable multilayer films for use in absorbent articles, medical garments 8 March 2001 Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.