Patents by Inventor Irving L. Lichtenstein

Irving L. Lichtenstein 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).

  • Method for limiting the incidence of postoperative adhesions
    Patent number: 5593441
    Abstract: A composite prosthesis and method for limiting the incidence of postoperative adhesions. The composite includes a mesh fabric and a barrier which prevents exposure of the mesh fabric to areas of potential adhesion. The interstices of the mesh fabric are infiltrated by tissue which secures the prosthesis in place. The composite is positioned with the barrier relative to the region of potential adhesion, such as the abdominal viscera.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1997
    Assignee: C. R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Irving L. Lichtenstein, Carl R. Turnquist, Parviz K. Amid