MUMBAI, India, July 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611039706 A) filed by Galgotias University on March 30, 2026, for A Disposable Stethoscope Cover For Infection Control In Medical Settings.
Inventors include Pooja Jain; and Adil Hussain.
The application for the patent was published on July 10, 2026, under issue no. 28/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a disposable stethoscope cover designed to prevent cross-contamination in medical environments. The cover is made from an ultra-thin, stretchable, and acoustically transparent material that fits securely over the stethoscope head without compromising sound quality. It includes an adhesive or elastic securing mechanism and may incorpo...