Patents by Inventor Daniel McCusker
Daniel McCusker has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9848764Abstract: A catheter and method for managing fluid in a patient, the catheter having an elongated shaft with a distal end and a proximal end. The shaft defines at least one lumen extending substantially therethrough, the shaft further defining a plurality of drainage holes along a distal portion of the shaft, with the drainage holes in fluid communication with the lumen. The catheter further has a substantially transparent tip portion attached to the distal end of the shaft with an outer distal leading surface that is substantially rounded to assist insertion through tissue.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2014Date of Patent: December 26, 2017Assignee: INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES SWITZERLAND SÀRLInventors: Alan J. Dextradeur, Daniel McCusker
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Publication number: 20150031956Abstract: A catheter and method for managing fluid in a patient, the catheter having an elongated shaft with a distal end and a proximal end. The shaft defines at least one lumen extending substantially therethrough, the shaft further defining a plurality of drainage holes along a distal portion of the shaft, with the drainage holes in fluid communication with the lumen. The catheter further has a substantially transparent tip portion attached to the distal end of the shaft with an outer distal leading surface that is substantially rounded to assist insertion through tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2014Publication date: January 29, 2015Inventors: ALAN J. DEXTRADEUR, DANIEL MCCUSKER
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Publication number: 20130253266Abstract: A catheter and method for managing fluid in a patient, the catheter having an elongated shaft with a distal end and a proximal end. The shaft defines at least one lumen extending substantially therethrough, the shaft further defining a plurality of drainage holes along a distal portion of the shaft, with the drainage holes in fluid communication with the lumen. The catheter further has a substantially transparent tip portion attached to the distal end of the shaft with an outer distal leading surface that is substantially rounded to assist insertion through tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2012Publication date: September 26, 2013Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: ALAN J. DEXTRADEUR, DANIEL McCUSKER
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Patent number: 8282566Abstract: A pressure sensing catheter having a pressure sensor and an antenna that is coupled to the pressure sensor, e.g., by a connector, are provided. The pressure sensor can be adapted to measure a pressure surrounding the catheter, and the antenna can be adapted to telemetrically communicate the measured pressure to an external device. In an exemplary embodiment, the antenna, pressure sensor, and/or connector are hermetically sealed, e.g., by the catheter and/or a coating, to prevent the antenna, pressure sensor, and connector from coming into contact with fluid, thereby allowing the catheter to be permanently implanted or otherwise used for long term use. Exemplary methods for manufacturing and using pressure sensing catheters are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2008Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Christophe Mauge, Alan Dextradeur, Daniel McCusker, Stefan Meyer, Volker Boedecker, Robert G. Kraus, Max G. Ostermeier
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Patent number: 7771381Abstract: A locking assembly is provided to simply and effectively prevent any unintentional adjustment of the adjustable valve mechanism in a fluid flow control device, without compromising the function of the device. The locking assembly generally includes at least one gripping arm for frictionally engaging at least a portion of the adjustable valve mechanism, and an actuating mechanism for controlling the deployment and release of the gripping arm. The locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustments that can adversely affect the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device. In particular, the locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustment, such as may be caused by the presence of a strong external magnetic field. The locking assembly can be easily disengaged, such as through the application or removal of an external mechanical force, to allow a clinician to adjust the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device as necessary.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2008Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff Inc.Inventors: Daniel McCusker, Alan J. Dextradeur, Rainuka Gupta, Carleton Bryan Southworth
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Publication number: 20090005701Abstract: Various methods and devices are provided for removably coupling a sensor assembly to a catheter to measure conditions surrounding the catheter when the catheter is implanted in a patient. In one embodiment, a modular sensor assembly is provided and includes a housing having an antenna therein adapted to be removably coupled to at least a portion of a catheter. The housing can be a closed loop having an opening therethrough. One or more sensors can be coupled to the antenna for measuring conditions surrounding the catheter when the catheter is implanted in a patient. In one embodiment, the housing can be adapted to removably couple to a distal end of the catheter, and the opening of the housing can be adapted to receive the catheter. The antenna can be a loop disposed within the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2007Publication date: January 1, 2009Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Alan Dextradeur, Stephen Wilson, Daniel McCusker
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Patent number: 7390310Abstract: A locking assembly is provided to simply and effectively prevent any unintentional adjustment of the adjustable valve mechanism in a fluid flow control device, without compromising the function of the device. The locking assembly generally includes at least one gripping arm for frictionally engaging at least a portion of the adjustable valve mechanism, and an actuating mechanism for controlling the deployment and release of the gripping arm. The locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustments that can adversely affect the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device. In particular, the locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustment, such as may be caused by the presence of a strong external magnetic field. The locking assembly can be easily disengaged, such as through the application or removal of an external mechanical force, to allow a clinician to adjust the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device as necessary.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2002Date of Patent: June 24, 2008Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Daniel McCusker, Alan J. Dextradeur, Rainuka Gupta, Carleton Bryan Southworth
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Publication number: 20080127689Abstract: A locking assembly is provided to simply and effectively prevent any unintentional adjustment of the adjustable valve mechanism in a fluid flow control device, without compromising the function of the device. The locking assembly generally includes at least one gripping arm for frictionally engaging at least a portion of the adjustable valve mechanism, and an actuating mechanism for controlling the deployment and release of the gripping arm. The locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustments that can adversely affect the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device. In particular, the locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustment, such as may be caused by the presence of a strong external magnetic field. The locking assembly can be easily disengaged, such as through the application or removal of an external mechanical force, to allow a clinician to adjust the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device as necessary.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2008Publication date: June 5, 2008Applicant: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Daniel McCusker, Alan J. Dextradeur, Rainuka Gupta, Carleton Bryan Southworth
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Publication number: 20060211945Abstract: A pressure sensing catheter having a pressure sensor and an antenna that is coupled to the pressure sensor, e.g., by a connector, are provided. The pressure sensor can be adapted to measure a pressure surrounding the catheter, and the antenna can be adapted to telemetrically communicate the measured pressure to an external device. In an exemplary embodiment, the antenna, pressure sensor, and/or connector are hermetically sealed, e.g., by the catheter and/or a coating, to prevent the antenna, pressure sensor, and connector from coming into contact with fluid, thereby allowing the catheter to be permanently implanted or otherwise used for long term use. Exemplary methods for manufacturing and using pressure sensing catheters are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2005Publication date: September 21, 2006Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Christophe Mauge, Alan Dextradeur, Daniel McCusker, Stefan Meyer, Volker Boedecker, Max Ostermeier
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Publication number: 20060211946Abstract: A pressure sensing catheter having a pressure sensor and an antenna that is coupled to the pressure sensor, e.g., by a connector, are provided. The pressure sensor can be adapted to measure a pressure surrounding the catheter, and the antenna can be adapted to telemetrically communicate the measured pressure to an external device. In an exemplary embodiment, the antenna, pressure sensor, and/or connector are hermetically sealed, e.g., by the catheter and/or a coating, to prevent the antenna, pressure sensor, and connector from coming into contact with fluid, thereby allowing the catheter to be permanently implanted or otherwise used for long term use. Exemplary methods for manufacturing and using pressure sensing catheters are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2005Publication date: September 21, 2006Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Christophe Mauge, Alan Dextradeur, Daniel McCusker, Stefan Meyer, Volker Boedecker, Robert Kraus, Max Ostermeier
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Publication number: 20060211944Abstract: A pressure sensing catheter having a pressure sensor and an antenna that is coupled to the pressure sensor, e.g., by a connector, are provided. The pressure sensor can be adapted to measure a pressure surrounding the catheter, and the antenna can be adapted to telemetrically communicate the measured pressure to an external device. In an exemplary embodiment, the antenna, pressure sensor, and/or connector are hermetically sealed, e.g., by the catheter and/or a coating, to prevent the antenna, pressure sensor, and connector from coming into contact with fluid, thereby allowing the catheter to be permanently implanted or otherwise used for long term use. Exemplary methods for manufacturing and using pressure sensing catheters are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2005Publication date: September 21, 2006Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Christophe Mauge, Alan Dextradeur, Daniel McCusker, Stefan Meyer, Volker Boedecker, Max Ostermeier
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Publication number: 20060074371Abstract: A valve for use in a shunt system to drain fluid from one part of a patient's body to another is provided. In an exemplary embodiment, the valve is operable at a threshold pressure that is selectively adjustable up to at least about 400 mm H2O at increments in the range of about 10 mm H2O to 40 mm H2O. The ability of the valve to operate at a high threshold pressure and to be adjusted at relatively small increments renders the valve particularly advantageous for use in younger hydrocephalus patients. In particular, the operating pressure of the valve can be gradually limited in small increments over a period of time to slowly force the patient's own resorption system to circulate cerebrospinal fluid. At high operating pressures of at least about 400 mm H2O shunt independence can be achieved thereby allowing the shunt to be successfully removed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2004Publication date: April 6, 2006Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventors: Daniel McCusker, Alan Dextradeur
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Publication number: 20040010219Abstract: A locking assembly is provided to simply and effectively prevent any unintentional adjustment of the adjustable valve mechanism in a fluid flow control device, without compromising the function of the device. The locking assembly generally includes at least one gripping arm for frictionally engaging at least a portion of the adjustable valve mechanism, and an actuating mechanism for controlling the deployment and release of the gripping arm. The locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustments that can adversely affect the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device. In particular, the locking assembly prevents unintentional adjustment, such as may be caused by the presence of a strong external magnetic field. The locking assembly can be easily disengaged, such as through the application or removal of an external mechanical force, to allow a clinician to adjust the pressure settings of the fluid flow control device as necessary.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2002Publication date: January 15, 2004Inventors: Daniel McCusker, Alan J. Dextradeur, Rainuka Gupta
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Patent number: 6662939Abstract: A framework for a belt conveyor comprising a base structure having a three point mounting arrangement in which the mountings are in a substantial triangular displacement with one upper mounting and two lower mountings. A boom structure has its inward end pivotally connected to the base structure through the three mountings and has an elongate boom member and an elongate support member. The boom member is pivoted to the upper mounting with the support member being pivoted to one of the lower mountings. The support member underlies the boom member and towards its mounted inward end is cranked outwardly and has outer end pivotally connected to the boom structure. A mounting plate is provided near to the crank between which and the second of the lower mountings, a ram and cylinder arrangement is connected. The mountings are displayed angularly to enable the boom structure to be capable of articulation between an outbound upwardly inclined horizontal orientation and an inward substantially vertical orientation.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2001Date of Patent: December 16, 2003Assignee: Powerscreen International Distribution LimitedInventors: Daniel McCusker, Neil Suitor
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Patent number: D896378Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2016Date of Patent: September 15, 2020Assignee: INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORPORATIONInventors: Daniel McCusker, Michael A. Defusco