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Abstract

The present urinal's function is to assist a female relieve her bladder independently while in the supine, sitting or standing position by providing an angled opening for urine to collect in the container. The urinal is entirely made of a flexible nonporous waterproof material; allowing for reuse. Its structure is comprised of an expandable and retractable bellows mechanism to facilitate compact storage within a hospital dispensing cabinet or while in the user's possession. The opening is lined with a beveled outer seal. When the urinal's opening is placed over the female perineal area, it extends extra-labially from the anterior labial commissure to the perineal body. By providing an outer seal that is angled horizontally, toward the user, prevention of leakage results in the maintenance of hygiene. The containers shape is rectangular facilitating proper placement by providing a base when used in a horizontal/supine position. The handle is located on the superior portion of the neck, permitting the manipulation of the urinal by either the user or by assistive personnel.

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