Patents by Inventor Derek J. Harper
Derek J. Harper 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: 8652208Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2011Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Kenneth D. Montgomery, Joanne Kovalski
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Publication number: 20130204309Abstract: A biocompatible interference screw for soft tissue or bone-to-bone fixation comprises a screw body extending from a screw head to a distal tip of the screw. The screw body has an outer surface, and comprises polyether-ether-ketone (PEEK) material. Advantageously, the body outer surface has a textured surface finish for substantially improving pull-out strength of the interference screw. The textured surface finish is textured, in preferred embodiments, with a minimum of approximately 16 micro inches of surface roughness. The screw head comprises a tapered square keyhole for receiving a distal end of a driver instrument. The screw comprises a series of threads, which have a relatively smooth profile, in order to prevent graft tissue laceration as the screw is being inserted. The distal tip of the screw body comprises a narrow tip, and a distal end of the screw body is angled inwardly toward the narrow distal tip.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: August 8, 2013Applicant: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Jordan A. Hoof, Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper
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Patent number: 8465545Abstract: A material fixation system is particularly adapted to improve the tendon-to-bone fixation of hamstring autografts, as well as other soft tissue ACL reconstruction techniques. The system is easy to use, requires no additional accessories, uses only a single drill hole, and can be implanted by one person. Additionally, it replicates the native ACL by compressing the tendons against the aperture of the tibial tunnel, which leads to a shorter graft and increased graft stiffness. It is adapted to accommodate single or double tendon bundle autografts or allografts. It also provides pull out strength measured to be greater than 1000 N.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2011Date of Patent: June 18, 2013Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Derek J. Harper, Kevin N. Baird, Joe P. Kovalski, David G. Spilka
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Patent number: 8435294Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for fixation of tendon to bone are described. An exemplary surgical implant is a modified bone anchor that is able to grasp the tendon and hold it firmly in a bone tunnel. Once deployed, the anchor delivers lateral compression to the tendon, providing direct tendon to bone compression to facilitate healing. The anchor has different versions which allow it to be attached to the tendon prior to insertion into the bone tunnel, or be inserted between tendon arms when the surgical procedure dictates. The resulting tendon to bone compression allows for the firm fixation in a manner markedly simpler than traditional techniques. A modification of this anchor can also allow the anchor to grasp and hold suture. This variation facilitates the technique for knotless rotator cuff repair.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2009Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Sidney D. Fleischman, James G. Whayne, Kevin L. Ohashi, Nicanor Domingo, John Wright, Derek J. Harper, Heber Crockett
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Patent number: 8414647Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2010Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Kenneth D. Montgomery, Joanne Kovalski
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Publication number: 20130023814Abstract: A drainage system that includes a ventricular catheter, a drainage catheter, and a positive displacement pump that can function to actively drain CSF from the ventricles of the brain of a patient. The pump can include, for example, a diaphragm pump, a piston pump, a rotor pump, a peristaltic pump, or a screw pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Inventors: William J. Bertrand, Derek J. Harper, Lori Cone Speckman, Andrew R. Kiehl, Ron D. Scheer
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Patent number: 8292856Abstract: Drainage system including a ventricular catheter, a drainage catheter, and a positive displacement pump that can function to actively drain CSF from the ventricles of the brain of a patient. Methods of using a drainage system in accordance with the invention are also disclosed, as well as kits.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2007Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: William J. Bertrand, Derek J. Harper, Lori Cone Speckman, Andrew R Kiehl, Ron D Scheer
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Patent number: 8192490Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2011Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, legal representative, Kenneth D. Montgomery
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Publication number: 20110282449Abstract: A material fixation system is particularly adapted to improve the tendon-to-bone fixation of hamstring autografts, as well as other soft tissue ACL reconstruction techniques. The system is easy to use, requires no additional accessories, uses only a single drill hole, and can be implanted by one person. Additionally, it replicates the native ACL by compressing the tendons against the aperture of the tibial tunnel, which leads to a shorter graft and increased graft stiffness. It is adapted to accommodate single or double tendon bundle autografts or allografts. It also provides pull out strength measured to be greater than 1000 N.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2011Publication date: November 17, 2011Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Derek J. Harper, Kevin N. Baird, Joe P. Kovalski, David G. Spilka, Joanne Kovalski
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Publication number: 20110184517Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, Kenneth D. Montgomery
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Publication number: 20110184516Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, Kenneth D. Montgomery
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Patent number: 7967861Abstract: A material fixation system is particularly adapted to improve the tendon-to-bone fixation of hamstring autografts, as well as other soft tissue ACL reconstruction techniques. The system is easy to use, requires no additional accessories, uses only a single drill hole, and can be implanted by one person. Additionally, it replicates the native ACL by compressing the tendons against the aperture of the tibial tunnel, which leads to a shorter graft and increased graft stiffness. It is adapted to accommodate single or double tendon bundle autografts or allografts. It also provides pull out strength measured to be greater than 1000 N.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2007Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Derek J. Harper, Kevin N. Baird, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, legal representative, David G. Spilka
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Patent number: 7951108Abstract: A mixing syringe and method for using the mixing syringe are provided. The mixing syringe comprises a housing having a first compartment for containing a first component, an outer plunger having a second compartment for containing a second component, and an inner plunger. Prior to use, a seal separates the first and second components. To prepare the mixture, the seal is pierced and the two components are mixed. The mixing syringe and its method of use are particularly suited to applications in which at least one of the mixture components is a relatively highly viscous material.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2008Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Assignee: MDC Investment Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Derek J. Harper, Charles L. Johnson, Joseph Kovalski
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Patent number: 7879094Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2007Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, legal representative, Kenneth D. Montgomery
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Publication number: 20100185283Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2010Publication date: July 22, 2010Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, Kenneth D. Montgomery
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Publication number: 20100152850Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for fixation of tendon to bone are described. An exemplary surgical implant is a modified bone anchor that is able to grasp the tendon and hold it firmly in a bone tunnel. Once deployed, the anchor delivers lateral compression to the tendon, providing direct tendon to bone compression to facilitate healing. The anchor has different versions which allow it to be attached to the tendon prior to insertion into the bone tunnel, or be inserted between tendon arms when the surgical procedure dictates. The resulting tendon to bone compression allows for the firm fixation in a manner markedly simpler than traditional techniques. A modification of this anchor can also allow the anchor to grasp and hold suture. This variation facilitates the technique for knotless rotator cuff repair.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2009Publication date: June 17, 2010Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Sidney D. Fleischman, James G. Whayne, Kevin L. Ohashi, Nicanor Domingo, John Wright, Derek J. Harper, Heber Crockett
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Patent number: 7651528Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for fixation of tendon to bone are described. An exemplary surgical implant is a modified bone anchor that is able to grasp the tendon and hold it firmly in a bone tunnel. Once deployed, the anchor delivers lateral compression to the tendon, providing direct tendon to bone compression to facilitate healing. The anchor has different versions which allow it to be attached to the tendon prior to insertion into the bone tunnel, or be inserted between tendon arms when the surgical procedure dictates. The resulting tendon to bone compression allows for the firm fixation in a manner markedly simpler than traditional techniques. A modification of this anchor can also allow the anchor to grasp and hold suture. This variation facilitates the technique for knotless rotator cuff repair.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2005Date of Patent: January 26, 2010Assignee: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kenneth D. Montgomery, Sidney D. Fleischman, James G. Whayne, Kevin L. Ohashi, Nicanor Domingo, John Wright, Derek J. Harper, Heber Crockett
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Publication number: 20090198288Abstract: A biocompatible interference screw for soft tissue or bone-to-bone fixation comprises a screw body extending from a screw head to a distal tip of the screw. The screw body has an outer surface, and comprises polyether-ether-ketone (PEEK) material. Advantageously, the body outer surface has a textured surface finish for substantially improving pull-out strength of the interference screw. The textured surface finish is textured, in preferred embodiments, with a minimum of approximately 16 micro inches of surface roughness. The screw head comprises a tapered square keyhole for receiving a distal end of a driver instrument. The screw comprises a series of threads, which have a relatively smooth profile, in order to prevent graft tissue laceration as the screw is being inserted. The distal tip of the screw body comprises a narrow tip, and a distal end of the screw body is angled inwardly toward the narrow distal tip.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2009Publication date: August 6, 2009Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Jordan A. Hoof, Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper
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Publication number: 20090018496Abstract: A mixing syringe and method for using the mixing syringe are provided. The mixing syringe comprises a housing having a first compartment for containing a first component, an outer plunger having a second compartment for containing a second component, and an inner plunger. Prior to use, a seal separates the first and second components. To prepare the mixture, the seal is pierced and the two components are mixed. The mixing syringe and its method of use are particularly suited to applications in which at least one of the mixture components is a relatively highly viscous material.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2008Publication date: January 15, 2009Applicant: MDC INVESTMENT HOLDINGS, INC.Inventors: Derek J. Harper, Charles L. Johnson, Joseph Kovalski
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Publication number: 20080183290Abstract: A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Applicant: Cayenne Medical, Inc.Inventors: Kevin N. Baird, Derek J. Harper, Joe P. Kovalski, Joanne Kovalski, Kenneth D. Montgomery