Claims:We Claim:

1. A colostomy irrigation assembly, comprising:
a container structure (1) to contain irrigating liquid therein and thereby define a reservoir for storage of irrigating liquid prior to and during an irrigating process;
a supply means (2) for introducing the irrigating liquid into the intestine being flushed,
a cone structure (3) having an elongated configuration and a hollow interior extending along the length thereof, the cone attached at its opposite ends to the container and the supply means respectively, the cone interconnected in fluid communication with and between the container and the cone structure to define a path of fluid flow of the irrigating liquid between the reservoir and an intestine to which that cone structure is secured; and
a flow track controller (4) attached to supply means and disposed and structured for controlling flow of the irrigating liquid from the reservoir to the cone structure and the intestine being flushed.

2. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein the container structure having a holding capacity of at least 1.5 litres with level marking on the face, and the supply means of at least 6mm ID of 1.5 meter in length to supply the water to the cone structure.

3. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cone structure surface is a finished soft and glossy, wherein the length of the cone structure is in the range of 50-65mm and opening at the end.

4. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein the container is mounted on a supporting surface in a vertically higher position than the cone structure at its point of application to the intestine.

5. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, further comprising:
an open ended sleeve (5) of 1 meter in length and 150mm width, wherein the side edges to have enough strength to hold weight of at least 2.5Kgs, further the open ended sleeve has an opening of 50-70 mm with reinforced plastic ring with oval eyelet holes to hold belt locks.

6. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, further comprising:
a holding belt (6) which is made of elastic strip of smooth finished size of 25-30 mm in width 1000mm in full length;
a plurality of holding clamps (7) with ovel holes for locking and has a slot for stitch the belt material rigidly; and
an adjustable strap (8) to adjust the belt in length by moving and self-locking.

7. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, further comprising:
a closed end (9) and open end bags (10) which are transparent or coloured closed end plastic bags to hold at least 200 grams in weight and made of super flexi material with smooth edges, wherein the open end having flexibility to wind up and lock with clip lockers.

8. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein the assembly material is made up of non-irritant and nontoxic PVC transparent sheet.

9. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, further comprising:
an insert comprised of a flushable material which is removed and replaced without removing the colostomy bag, allowing for quicker, easier, and more sanitary disposal of faecal waste.

10. The colostomy irrigation assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cone structure interfaces with the elongated tubular body, such that the port is longitudinally adjustable, to thereby permit selective sizing to accommodate the anatomy and stoma size of a particular user.
, Description:FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 of 1970)
&
THE PATENTS RULES, 2003
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
(See section 10, rule 13)
“COLOSTOMY IRRIGATION KIT”
By
(1) Dr. Sajeed A
An Indian National
Thoonummoodu, Vilayilveed, Chanthavila,
Sainik School PO, 695585, Kazhakkoottom
Thiruvananthapuram
&
(2) Mayadevi L
An Indian National
Staff Nurse, TC 14/803(4)
Hanstab Enclave, Anayara p.o 695029
Thiruvananthapuram

The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.
Field of the Invention
This invention relates to medical devices. More particularly, this invention is concerned with devices useful for ostomy care which improves both the equipment and technique as applied to colostomy irrigation, to the benefit of the patients and the nurses and others who care for such patients.

Background of the Invention
A colostomy is a surgical orifice or opening from the colon through the abdominal wall which results in the formation of an artificial anus. When such an operation is performed, the colon or a portion thereof is removed. As a result, normal evacuation of the bowels is impossible. Colostomy patients are therefore required to perform this normal bodily function by means of various irrigation devices and receptacles designed to supplant such function. Such devices abound in the prior art.
Portable colostomy irrigation equipment is already known which is used to irrigate the bowels of a person who has had a colostomy. Such equipment includes an irrigation bag, tubing and a drain bag. It is disadvantageous in that it is messy, odorous and a tube has to be inserted into the stoma to introduce the irrigating water.
Colorectal cancer is one of the most leading causes of cancer deaths in India and surprisingly in last decade colorectal cancer is increasing rapidly due to poor dietary habit, lack of physical activity, obesity, increased alcohol consumption and chronic smoking. Colorectal cancers in India in particular are associated with a higher death rate as most of the cases are usually diagnosed in advanced stages only. Even though most surgeries end up being sphincter saving surgeries, permanent stoma is needed for a large number of patients. There is no actual estimate regarding the total number of ostomates and there is an alarming increase in the number of colon cancer Patients.
The deprivation of normal control and alterations in physical appearance can have profound psychological impact. The fear of attending others because of mal-odorous secretions and physical disfigurement can make ostomates avoid social contact, even with family and friends.
For permanent colostomy (APR with descending or sigmoid colostomy), one has to do irrigation. All the prior art devices are generally useful, they are, as a whole, generally too complex to use and clean properly, which can lead to unsatisfactory unsanitary conditions. Further, many of the prior art devices are bulky, expensive, and not easily transportable. Further, the prior art devices are deficient in failing to provide convenient means for providing both the necessary flushing water, and the hot, irrigating fluid for the colostomy.
It towards overcoming the foregoing disadvantages that the present invention is advanced. The aim of the present invention is to provide colostomy irrigation equipment which overcomes the above disadvantage and makes the irrigation procedure more acceptable to the patient.

Object of the Invention
The primary object of the present invention, therefore is to provide a device which can facilitate the procedure of irrigation and shorten the withdrawal time of excrement.
Another object of this invention is to provide a device for controlling the speed of flowing irrigating solution and avoid intermitting and counter-flowing of irrigating solution caused by the inner pressure of the large intestine.
Still another object of this invention is to provide a device for hindering the accompanied excrement during irrigation.
Yet further object of this invention is to provide a device for emptying the excrement in a single performance.
These and other important objects of this invention will become apparent from the following specification, when taken in connection with the appended drawings illustrating a preferred embodiment of the device of this invention.

Summary of the Invention
The following presents a simplified summary of one or more embodiments in order to provide a basic understanding of such embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview of all contemplated embodiments, and is intended to neither identify key or critical elements of all embodiments nor delineate the scope of any or all embodiments. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of one or more embodiments in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
An aspect of the present invention is to address at least the above-mentioned problems and/or disadvantages and to provide at least the advantages described below.
In one aspect of the present invention is a colostomy irrigation assembly. The assembly including a container structure to contain irrigating liquid therein and thereby define a reservoir for storage of irrigating liquid prior to and during an irrigating process. A supply means for introducing the irrigating liquid into the intestine being flushed. A cone structure having an elongated configuration and a hollow interior extending along the length thereof, the cone attached at its opposite ends to the container and the supply means respectively, the cone interconnected in fluid communication with and between the container and the cone structure to define a path of fluid flow of the irrigating liquid between the reservoir and an intestine to which that cone structure is secured. And a flow track controller attached to supply means and disposed and structured for controlling flow of the irrigating liquid from the reservoir to the cone structure and the intestine being flushed.
Other aspects, advantages, and salient features of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which, taken in conjunction with the annexed drawings, discloses exemplary embodiments of the invention.

Brief description of the drawings
The above and other aspects, features, and advantages of certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be more apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:
FIG. 1 shows an irrigator according to one embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 shows an open ended sleeve according to one embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 shows a belt for holding the bag/sleeve according to one embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 4 shows a close end bags according to one embodiment of the present invention.
Persons skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and may have not been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figure may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
Throughout the drawings, it should be noted that like reference numbers are used to depict the same or similar elements, features, and structures.

Detailed description of the invention
The following description with reference to the accompanying drawings is provided to assist in a comprehensive understanding of exemplary embodiments of the invention as defined by the claims and their equivalents. It includes various specific details to assist in that understanding but these are to be regarded as merely exemplary. Accordingly, those of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications of the embodiments described herein can be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and constructions are omitted for clarity and conciseness.
The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to the bibliographical meanings, but, are merely used by the inventor to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the invention. Accordingly, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention are provided for illustration purpose only and not for the purpose of limiting the invention as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
It is to be understood that the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, reference to “a component surface” includes reference to one or more of such surfaces.
By the term “substantially” it is meant that the recited characteristic, parameter, or value need not be achieved exactly, but that deviations or variations, including for example, tolerances, measurement error, measurement accuracy limitations and other factors known to those of skill in the art, may occur in amounts that do not preclude the effect the characteristic is intended to provide.
Figures discussed below, and the various embodiments used to describe the principles of the present disclosure in this patent document are by way of illustration only and should not be construed in any way that would limit the scope of the disclosure. Those skilled in the art will understand that the principles of the present disclosure may be implemented in any suitably arranged system. The terms used to describe various embodiments are exemplary. It should be understood that these are provided to merely aid the understanding of the description, and that their use and definitions, in no way limit the scope of the invention. Terms first, second, and the like are used to differentiate between objects having the same terminology and are in no way intended to represent a chronological order, unless where explicitly stated otherwise. A set is defined as a non-empty set including at least one element.
Accordingly, the present invention having the principles of colostomy irrigation which is to provide control of faecal output and continence to the colostomates. Colostomy irrigation involves instilling lukewarm water into the distal colon via colostomy, resulting in the dilatation of colon. This is followed by a reflex contraction that expels the faeces, flatus and instilled water with good result. An irrigation set includes water reservoir, tube with flow regulator, cone, plastic, sleeve. Irrigation is considered to be more cost effective than using colostomy appliances and may reduce landfill waste. Troublesome symptoms such as skin soreness, gas production and faecal odour can also be reduced. Ostomates who irrigate often report improvements in their ability or confidence to participate in their day to day activities.
In an embodiment of the present invention is shown in Figures 1-4, which is a colostomy irrigation assembly mainly comprising of a container structure, a supply means, a cone structure and a flow track controller. In an embodiment, the container structure is to contain irrigating liquid therein and thereby define a reservoir for storage of irrigating liquid prior to and during an irrigating process. The supply means which is coupled with the container structure for introducing the irrigating liquid into the intestine being flushed. Further, the cone structure having an elongated configuration and a hollow interior extending along the length thereof, the cone attached at its opposite ends to the container and the supply means respectively. The cone interconnected in fluid communication with and between the container and the cone structure to define a path of fluid flow of the irrigating liquid between the reservoir and an intestine to which that cone structure is secured. Moreover, the cone structure interfaces with the elongated tubular body, such that the port is longitudinally adjustable, to thereby permit selective sizing to accommodate the anatomy and stoma size of a particular user.
Furthermore, the flow track controller attached to supply means and disposed and structured for controlling flow of the irrigating liquid from the reservoir to the cone structure and the intestine being flushed.
In an example embodiment, the container structure having a holding capacity of at least 1.5 litres with level marking on the face, and the supply means of at least 6mm ID of 1.5 meter in length to supply the water to the cone structure. The cone structure surface is a finished soft and glossy, wherein the length of the cone structure is in the range of 50-65mm and opening at the end. In another example embodiment, the container is mounted on a supporting surface in a vertically higher position than the cone structure at its point of application to the intestine.
The colostomy irrigation assembly further including an open ended sleeve of 1 meter in length and 150mm width. The side edges to have enough strength to hold weight of at least 2.5Kgs, further the open ended sleeve has an opening of 50-70 mm with reinforced plastic ring with oval eyelet holes to hold belt locks. Moreover, the assembly further including a holding belt which is made of elastic strip of smooth finished size of 25-30 mm in width 1000mm in full length, a plurality of holding clamps with ovel holes for locking and has a slot for stitch the belt material rigidly and an adjustable strap to adjust the belt in length by moving and self-locking.
Furthermore, the colostomy irrigation assembly has a closed end and open end bags which are transparent or coloured closed end plastic bags to hold at least 200 grams in weight and made of super flexi material with smooth edges, wherein the open end having flexibility to wind up and lock with clip lockers. In an embodiment, the assembly material is made up of non-irritant and nontoxic PVC transparent sheet.
Furthermore, the colostomy irrigation assembly includes an insert comprised of a flushable material which is removed and replaced without removing the colostomy bag, allowing for quicker, easier, and more sanitary disposal of faecal waste.
In an example process, the lukewarm water is used for irrigation. The process involves instilling water into the colon through the colostomy which stimulates peristalsis, thus promoting the emptying of the faecal contents. When irrigating is performed, flow controller are turned so that the physiological solution can controllably flow into the large intestine through the pipe connected between the reservoir and cone structure, and the flow is from the reservoir to the cone structure. It is to be noted that no counter-flowing can occur due to the function of the flow controller provided in the assembly. After the irrigating step is completed, the flow controller is turned 90 degrees so that the water from the faucet flows through and spurt into the toilet. Such water flow, as it moves across the end face of the tube , induces lower pressure in the tube and the excrement is drawn off into the toilet.
The principles of colostomy irrigation are to provide control of faecal output and continence to the colostomates. Colostomy irrigation involves instilling lukewarm water into the distal colon via colostomy, resulting in the dilatation of colon. This is followed by a reflex contraction that expels the faeces, flatus and instilled water with good result.

Advantages:
1. Cost effective
2. Skin friendly
3. Simple technique
4. Simple geometrics of irrigator set
5. Cones used by reversing funnel
6. Easy wearable

Further, in the foregoing detailed description of embodiments of the invention, various features are grouped together in a single embodiment for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodiments of the invention require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the detailed description of embodiments of the invention, with each claim standing on its own as a separate embodiment.
It is understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. It is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents as may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description. The scope of the invention should, therefore, be determined with reference to the appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled. In the appended claims, the terms “including” and “in which” are used as the plain-English equivalents of the respective terms “comprising” and “wherein,” respectively.