Patents Assigned to C.R. Bard, Inc.
  • Self adhering implantable mesh prosthesis with reduced insertion profile
    Patent number: 10159552
    Abstract: The present invention is an implantable adhesive mesh prosthesis for reinforcing and/or repairing a defect in tissue that is easy to roll into a small diameter cylinder or other low-profile shape for passing through a trocar, incision, or other surgical instrument. More specifically, the adhesive may be applied to the mesh material in a pattern that leaves a significant portion of the surface area of the mesh material free of adhesive. In one embodiment, the adhesive is applied only near the outer perimeter of the mesh product. In another embodiment, the adhesive is applied in spots over all or a portion the surface of the mesh product. In yet another embodiment, the adhesive is applied in parallel lines on the surface of the mesh product and the mesh may be rolled up around an axis parallel to the lines of adhesive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony Trupiano, Stephen N. Eldridge, Donald Anthony Coelho, Jr., Kevin J. Ranucci, Roger E. Darois
  • Actuation lockout for a surgical instrument
    Patent number: 10159471
    Abstract: Embodiments of a surgical instrument including an actuation lockout system as well as its method of use are disclosed. In one embodiment, a surgical instrument includes a trigger and a driveshaft coupled to the trigger such that actuation of the trigger causes the driveshaft to move from a first position to a second position, thereby resulting in deployment of a surgical fastener. An actuation lockout system restrains distal movement of the driveshaft until a force greater than or equal to a threshold force is applied to the trigger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin J. Ranucci, Nathan Stewart Cauldwell, Donald E. Ziniti
  • IMPLANTABLE PROSTHESIS FOR FISTULA REPAIR
    Publication number: 20180361113
    Abstract: An implantable prosthesis is provided for repairing a fistula, such as an anal fistula. The prosthesis or fistula repair device may include a body with a shape configured for placement in the fistula. The prosthesis may also include an anchor or base that is located at one or both ends of the body to facilitate anchoring the prosthesis in position. The prosthesis may include one or more channels to create one or more pathways for drainage and/or irrigation of the fistula. The channel may have a relatively uniform dimension along its length or a tapered shape that increases along its length. The prosthesis may have an adjustable length for accommodating fistula tracts of varying lengths. The prosthesis may include elongated body segments that provide a wicking or capillary function to facilitate drainage of the fistula tract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2018
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Karen E. Kullas, Tami L. Rathbun
  • Inflatable structure with braided layer
    Patent number: 10143577
    Abstract: A balloon for medical treatments such as percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), delivery of a vascular stents or stent grafts, employs reinforcement materials that are patterned so as to promote consistent folding of the balloon. Methods and apparatus for biocidal treatment using such a balloon, including balloons with fiber fabric reinforcements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventor: Charles L. Simpson
  • HERNIA REPAIR PATCH
    Publication number: 20180311025
    Abstract: A patch for repairing a hernia defect including a patch body that is reducible into a small configuration for delivery through a narrow incision or cannula into a patient. A support member assists in unfurling the patch body from the small configuration into an expanded configuration. A sleeve releasably mounts the support member to the patch body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2018
    Publication date: November 1, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Blackburn, Alexander Kirby Tee, Mariah Levitt, Craig McCarthy, Aaron Abroff, Evan Gant
  • VENA CAVA FILTER WITH FILAMENT
    Publication number: 20180311028
    Abstract: A vena cava filter is described, having one or more frame members or an elongated member arranged in helical fashion. A plurality of filaments connect frame members or portions of the elongated member. The filaments may be made of suture material. Hooks may be placed on a free end of the filaments, along the length thereof, or on one or more frame members to engage the blood vessel wall and anchor the filter. A retrieval member may be positioned on the filter to facilitate withdrawal of the filter from the blood vessel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2018
    Publication date: November 1, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventors: Keith S. Harris, Andrzej J. Chanduszko, Joshua A. Smale, Karen A. Diclaudio
  • Method for rehydration of lyophilized biologic materials
    Patent number: 10111739
    Abstract: The present invention is a method and an apparatus for packaging lyophilized implants and other medical devices. In accordance with the invention, a lyophilized implant may be packaged for delivery to the surgical site in a sealed, flexible/expandable, sterile inner pouch. The inner pouch may be further packaged within an outer, sterile package. The inner pouch contains a resealable port through which rehydration liquid may be introduced into the inner pouch without opening the inner pouch. The inner pouch may be made of a flexible, substantially non-stretchable material so that the pouch can expand only to a predetermined maximum size to accept a predetermined volume of rehydration liquid. After rehydration, any excess rehydration liquid within the pouch may be removed via the same port. Next, the pouch is opened via a second opening to expose the implant for removal from the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Bethanie J. Benoit, Karen Elizabeth Kullas, Devang Vijay Shah
  • Variable diameter medical balloon
    Patent number: 10105519
    Abstract: An apparatus for performing a medical procedure includes a balloon comprising an inflatable body. A first releasable or frangible connection is provided to maintain the body at a first diameter up to a first inflation pressure, and to release, such as by disconnecting, and thus allow the body to assume a second diameter, such as at a second inflation pressure greater than the first inflation pressure or upon a manual release of the connection by a clinician. Multiple releasable or frangible connections may be provided, including between portions (folds) of the inflatable body of the balloon. This disclosure also pertains to a non-compliant or semi-compliant balloon having a first inflation diameter corresponding to a first range of inflation pressures and a second inflation diameter corresponding to a second inflation pressure greater than the first range of inflation pressures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventor: Andrzej J. Chanduszko
  • Radiopaque medical balloon
    Patent number: 10105522
    Abstract: A medical balloon is made radiographic, such as by incorporating a radiopaque foil or film layer. The radiopaque foil or film layer may be placed between an inner layer and an outer layer of a non-compliant balloon wall. The foil or film may provide the balloon with a radiographic quality from a first end to a second end in the absence of an inflation fluid. The balloon may be provided with the foil or film in a manner that provides a first section, such as the barrel, with a first radiographic quality, and a second section, such as the cone, with a second radiographic quality. The film may also be applied as a decal or appliqué to the external surface of a balloon-shaped body. Related methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventors: Richard K. Elton, Corey E. Stapleton
  • Inferior vena cava filter with stability features
    Patent number: 10105206
    Abstract: A filter having a first set of members and a second set of members defining a trap sized to fit into a blood vessel. Each of the first and second members are configured to resiliently extend from the trap. At least one of the first set of members includes a first surface for engaging the vessel wall such that the at least one of the first set of members resists downstream movement within the vessel. At least one of the second set of members includes a second surface for engaging the vessel wall such that the at least one second member resists upstream movement within the vessel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventor: Charles L. Simpson
  • Sheath for securing urinary catheter
    Patent number: 10092728
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device that secures a straight or Foley catheter in the urinary tract of a male subject. The device includes a portion that can be coupled to the subject's penis and a portion that can be coupled to the straight or Foley catheter. The present invention also relates to methods of making and using this device and to assemblies including the device and a straight or Foley catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Assignee: Rochester Medical Corporation, a subsidiary of C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony J. Conway, Sarah L. Grinde
  • IMPLANTABLE PROSTHETIC DEVICE
    Publication number: 20180280007
    Abstract: A prosthesis and a method of plugging or covering a trocar tract with the prosthesis is disclosed. The prosthesis includes a tubular body having a proximal end and a distal end, a respective opening at each end, and a channel extending between the proximal end of the tubular body and the distal end of the tubular body. The prosthesis is removably mounted along a trocar. The trocar is removable from the prosthesis such that the prosthesis is left at the trocar tract when the trocar is removed from the tract. The prosthesis includes a delivery configuration and a deployed configuration. In the deployed configuration, the opening at the distal end of the tubular body is smaller than the opening at the proximal end of the tubular body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2018
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventor: Devang Vijay Shah
  • Implantable prosthesis for fistula repair
    Patent number: 10080863
    Abstract: An implantable prosthesis is provided for repairing a fistula, such as an anal fistula. The prosthesis or fistula repair device may include a body with a shape configured for placement in the fistula. The prosthesis may also include an anchor or base that is located at one or both ends of the body to facilitate anchoring the prosthesis in position. The prosthesis may include one or more channels to create one or more pathways for drainage and/or irrigation of the fistula. The channel may have a relatively uniform dimension along its length or a tapered shape that increases along its length. The prosthesis may have an adjustable length for accommodating fistula tracts of varying lengths. The prosthesis may include elongated body segments that provide a wicking or capillary function to facilitate drainage of the fistula tract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Karen E. Kullas, Tami L. Rathbun
  • POWER ASSIST DEVICE FOR A SURGICAL INSTRUMENT
    Publication number: 20180256167
    Abstract: A surgical instrument including a power assist device, and its method of use for deploying surgical fasteners, is disclosed. The surgical instrument may include a handle, an elongated shaft extending from the handle, and a surgical fastener deployment system including a driveshaft. The driveshaft is actuatable between at least a first proximal position and a second distal position. A striker is movable relative to the driveshaft and an impact surface is associated with the driveshaft. The impact surface is constructed and arranged to be struck by the striker member to displace the driveshaft to the second distal position and deploy the surgical fastener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2018
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin J. Ranucci, Nathan Stewart Cauldwell, Augustus Felix
  • PROSTHETIC REPAIR SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE
    Publication number: 20180221127
    Abstract: A prosthetic repair system includes a prosthesis for repairing a defect in a tissue or muscle wall. A material delivery device is provided for delivering a material, such as an adhesive material, to a surface of the prosthesis and/or to particular locations between the prosthesis and the tissue or muscle wall to attach the prosthesis to the wall. The delivery device may be coupled to the prosthesis and configured to distribute the material from one side of the prosthesis to an opposite side that is to face the defect. The delivery device may include a manifold and conduits for delivering the material from the manifold to one or more desired locations. The conduits may penetrate into and/or through the thickness of the prosthesis. After delivery and distribution of the material, the delivery device may be removed from the prosthesis and withdrawn from) a patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2016
    Publication date: August 9, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Richard, Peter G. Davis
  • Power assist device for a surgical instrument
    Patent number: 10039547
    Abstract: A surgical instrument including a power assist device, and its method of use for deploying surgical fasteners, is disclosed. The surgical instrument may include a handle, an elongated shaft extending from the handle, and a surgical fastener deployment system including a driveshaft. The driveshaft is actuatable between at least a first proximal position and a second distal position. A striker is movable relative to the driveshaft and an impact surface is associated with the driveshaft. The impact surface is constructed and arranged to be struck by the striker member to displace the driveshaft to the second distal position and deploy the surgical fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin J. Ranucci, Nathan Stewart Cauldwell, Augustus Felix
  • INSTRUMENTS FOR DELIVERING TRANSFASCIAL SUTURES AND METHODS OF TRANSFASCIAL SUTURING
    Publication number: 20180177502
    Abstract: An instrument for delivering a suture transfascially may include a handle, a shaft extending from the handle, and at least one needle that is moveable to an extended position beyond the end of the shaft. A suture may be delivered transfascially with the instrument. The instrument may include a suture catch associated with each needle for retaining and releasing a suture segment. A shield may be provided to shield the sharp end of each needle when it is moved to the extended position. A method of delivering a transfascial suture may include inserting an instrument into an abdominal cavity and deploying, from within the abdominal cavity, each needle through a soft tissue repair patch and then through at least part of the abdominal wall. A suture or suture segment may be advanced across the fascia with the at least one needle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2018
    Publication date: June 28, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald E. Ziniti, Kevin J. Ranucci, Roger E. Darois
  • Balloon catheter with stent and method for manufacturing it
    Patent number: 9993359
    Abstract: The invention relates to a balloon catheter comprising a catheter tube, an inflatable balloon, the ends of which are attached to the catheter tube, and a stent attached around the balloon. The stent extends at least partly along the length of the balloon. In an uninflated state, at least the outside surface of the balloon not covered by the stent is provided with a relief structure which is substantially disappeared in an inflated state of the balloon. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing such a balloon catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD, INC.
    Inventors: Hendrik Jozef Maria Meens, Derk Trip
  • SOFT TISSUE REPAIR PROSTHESIS AND EXPANDABLE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20180092725
    Abstract: A hernia repair device is provided which may include a soft tissue repair prosthesis and an expandable device configured to be removably connected with the soft tissue repair prosthesis. Attachment components may be used to removably connect the soft tissue repair prosthesis with the expandable device. The hernia repair device may be manipulated into a reduced configuration for insertion into the body. When expanded, the expandable device may be configured to position the soft tissue repair prosthesis adjacent a hernia defect. The expandable device and/or the attachment components may be shaped and/or configured to minimize the maximum dimension of the hernia repair device in its reduced configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2017
    Publication date: April 5, 2018
    Applicant: C.R. Bard, Inc.
    Inventors: Augustus Felix, Michael F. Jacene
  • Access device
    Patent number: D816215
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2018
    Assignee: C.R. BARD INC.
    Inventors: Michael Dolgin, Matthew Winkler, Philip Patrick Resig