The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a design patent, USD1120299S1, for an intermittent urinary catheter. The patent was granted to Hollister Incorporated and lists Damien Biggins as the inventor. The filing date was April 10, 2025, and the grant date is March 24, 2026. This patent specifically covers the ornamental design of the catheter, not its functional aspects.

This development signifies a new intellectual property right for Hollister Incorporated concerning their catheter design. While not a regulatory requirement for other manufacturers, it establishes exclusive rights for the patent holder. Companies involved in the medical device sector, particularly those manufacturing urinary catheters, should be aware of this granted patent to avoid potential infringement claims.