Coloplast has been granted a patent for a base plate for an ostomy appliance with electrodes and a monitor interface. The base plate includes a multiplexer for connecting electrodes to the monitor device in different configurations. This innovation aims to improve monitoring and management of ostomy care for users. GlobalData’s report on Coloplast gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Coloplast, Ostomy monitoring system was a key innovation area identified from patents. Coloplast's grant share as of January 2024 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Base plate for ostomy appliance with monitor interface

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Coloplast A/S

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11872108B2) discloses a base plate for a medical appliance designed to be attached to a user's skin surface. The base plate includes a first adhesive layer for attachment, a plurality of electrodes with connection parts, a monitor interface for connecting to a monitor device, and a multiplexer with input and output pins. The multiplexer can be configured to connect specific electrodes to the monitor interface in different configurations, allowing for versatile monitoring capabilities.

Furthermore, the patent describes methods for manufacturing and monitoring the base plate. The manufacturing method involves arranging electrodes, a multiplexer, and a monitor interface on the base plate, enabling the connection between the electrodes and the monitor device. The monitoring method includes selecting different multiplexer configurations to connect specific electrodes to the monitor interface, allowing for the collection of sensor signals from different parts of the base plate. These innovative features enhance the functionality and adaptability of the medical appliance, providing healthcare professionals with valuable data for monitoring patients effectively.

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