Patents Assigned to Baff LLC
  • Emboli filtration system having integral strut arrangement and methods of use
    Patent number: 6468291
    Abstract: An emboli filtration apparatus is provided comprising a guide wire having a filter element captured thereon, so that the guide wire is free to rotate or translate while the filter element remains stationary. The apparatus allows for movement and rotation of the guide wire as devices are advanced over it to treat occlusive disease, substantially without dislodging the filter element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2002
    Assignee: Baff LLC
    Inventors: Mark C. Bates, Michael Hogendijk
  • Emboli filtration system and methods of use
    Patent number: 6179859
    Abstract: An emboli filtration apparatus is provided comprising a guide wire having a filter element captured thereon, so that the guide wire is free to rotate and translate while the filter element remains stationary. The apparatus allows for movement and rotation of the guide wire as devices are advanced over it to treat occlusive disease, substantially without dislodging the filter element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Assignee: Baff LLC
    Inventors: Mark C. Bates, Michael Horzewski