Every application for a patent must contain an abstract. The effect of non-compliance with this requirement is dealt with in A‑III, 16.[Art. 78(1)(e); Art. 90(3); Rule 57(d); ]
Source: http://www.epo.org/law-practice/legal-texts/html/guidelines/e/a_iii_10_1.htm
Date retrieved: 17 May 2021