the e . v . pouch is made of a pliable , but strong latex . the material is similar to the material used on diaphragms but much softer . latex is light weight but strong . the striations of the material will keep the size small yet with the ability to expand as it is used . the shape of the e . v . pouch embodies its usefulness and uniqueness . each aspect of the design is important as to its overall function . the mouth of the e . v . pouch has four uniquely different shapes to embody the variations in individual body shapes . the different shapes of the outer adhesive mouths are : 1 ) round ; 2 ) oval ; 3 ) what can be described as the butterfly or four sided club ; and 4 ) rectanglular . however , the opening inside of the mouth will always be circular . the variations in the shape are apart of the patent , and necessary to make the e . v . pouch functional . however , each variation of the mouth will be folded indicating the proper direction for application to the body . the mouth of the e . v . pouch consists of a flat surface with an adhesive strip on the inner side which when applied to the body lays flat against the skin . the e . v . pouch is anchored to the body by the adhesive strip . this adhesive mouth extends outward beyond the opening of the neck of the e . v . pouch forming a wide rim . the width of the mouth &# 39 ; s rim depends on the size and shape , ranging from ¾ up to 5 to 6 inches . the material used for the adhesive is similar to the consistency of adhesive tape . the adhesive flat mouth will secure the e . v . pouch to the body , but also it will be pliable enough to remove the e . v . pouch from the skin without abrasions . the adhesive strip mouth fits perpendicular to the body of the e . v . pouch . there is no prior art as to this type of anchoring of a pouch to the body and in particular for this purpose . additionally , there is little prior art as to the shape of this device . if we consider the condom , the women &# 39 ; s condom or the diaphragm , the shape of the e . v . pouch is completely different . the contoured shape of the e . v . pouch is uniquely designed . it is designed not as a barrier , but as a facilitator of the movement of the fecal material away from the body . in addition to the uniqueness of the shapes of the mouth of the e . v . pouch , it will come in various sizes of the width and shapes of the mouth . this is necessary not only for perfect fit , but also to change the pressure points of the adhesive to the skin . this will allow the skin around the rectum to air on alternate days . this will cut down on the potential abrasion of the skin . also , the e . v . pouch will come in various sizes according to the size of the individual ( xs , s , m , l , xl , 2xl , 3xl , etc .) in this way a person &# 39 ; s shape and body build can be allowed for . these sizes will not only encompass the size of the pouch portion , but will also have a different size mouth openings . this will allow for the most accurate fit for the person as well as comfort and proper utility . the shape of the e . v . pouch as stated earlier , is a very important aspect . when the e . v . pouch is applied properly , with front and back in its proper position on the body , the e . v . pouch will lay flat on the bed extending from under the buttocks to the portion between the upper thighs . additionally , a patient can be placed on their side for convenience or comfort . when this position is used , the e . v . pouch must still be applied correctly , but care must be taken to make sure the bottom of the e . v . pouch rests on the bed or other solid prop as needed . however , if worn under underwear , they must be loose fitting so they will not interfere with the expansion of the e . v . pouch . the portion of the e . v . pouch that will assure its flat position is the shape of the bottom of the e . v . pouch . the bottom of the e . v . pouch will consist on a heavier reinforced flat edge . it will sturdy the e . v . pouch and cause it to lay flat . it will also give the e . v . pouch the re - inforcement it needs when the pouch is removed from the body for disposal . the pouch can be re - sealed and disposed of , or can be tied off for disposal . the e . v . pouch opens when the mouth of the e . v . pouch is attached to the body . the neck of the pouch is narrower than the bottom . this shape helps to facilitate the fecal materials movement to the bottom portion of the e . v , pouch . the striation of the latex is an added feature in the movement of the fecal material to t he bottom of the e . v . pouch . these striations also facilitate additional expansion of the e . v . pouch .
the e . v . pouch is a latex bag with a structured and contoured adhesive opening designed to fit securely around the outer skin of the rectum . this allows defecation to occur into the pouch . its main use is for the bowel incontinent patient . it provides a convenient yet sanitary means of disposing of feces with very little exposure of it to the skin . it should dramatically decrease the number of bedsores and skin irritation in the incontinent patient .