Patents by Inventor Robert Gleshlider

Robert Gleshlider 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).

  • Leaflet engagement elements and methods for use thereof
    Patent number: 7748389
    Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus for methods for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes an expandable anchor with leaflet engagement elements on the proximal end of the anchor and a replacement valve. The leaflet engagement elements can be used to prevent distal migration and insure proper positioning of the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: Sadra Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Amr Salahieh, Brian D. Brandt, Robert A. Gleshlider, Dwight P. Morejohn, Tom Saul
  • Leaflet engagement elements and methods for use thereof
    Publication number: 20050137698
    Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus for methods for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes an expandable anchor with leaflet engagement elements on the proximal end of the anchor and a replacement valve. The leaflet engagement elements can be used to prevent distal migration and insure proper positioning of the apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2004
    Publication date: June 23, 2005
    Inventors: Amr Salahieh, Brian Brandt, Robert Gleshlider, Dwight Morejohn, Tom Saul