Patents Assigned to Synthes
  • POSTPARTUM CELLS DERIVED FROM PLACENTAL TISSUE, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20170239299
    Abstract: Cells derived from postpartum placenta and methods for their isolation are provided by the invention. The invention further provides cultures and compositions of the placenta-derived cells. The placenta-derived cells of the invention have a plethora of uses, including but not limited to research, diagnostic, and therapeutic applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2017
    Publication date: August 24, 2017
    Applicant: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony J. Kihm, Ian Ross Harris, Sanjay Mistry, Alexander M. Harmon, Darin J. Messina, Agnieszka Seyda, Chin-Feng Yi, Anna Gosiewska
  • Surgical nail
    Patent number: 9737347
    Abstract: Described herein is a surgical nail in the form of an intramedullary nail with a central axis made from a material M with a tensile strength Fz, compressive strength Fd, density ?2 and modulus of elasticity E. The nail has a transverse bore extending transversely to the central axis and having a cross-sectional profile F and a transverse axis, the cross-sectional profile F having a maximum length a that runs in the direction of the central axis and a maximum width b that runs perpendicular to the length. An insert with the longitudinal axis, made from material m and having a modulus of elasticity e that is smaller than the modulus of elasticity E of material M, can be introduced into the transverse bore. The insert also has a length L that runs in the direction of its longitudinal axis and satisfies the condition L>0.2 D.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: André Schlienger, Markus Buettler, Peter Senn
  • Surgical instrument and method of positioning an acetabular prosthetic component
    Patent number: 9737416
    Abstract: An orthopedic surgical instrument and method for positioning an acetabular prosthetic component in a patient's surgically-prepared acetabulum is disclosed. The orthopedic surgical instrument has a base configured to engage the patient's pelvis, a first linkage pivotally coupled to the base, a locking mechanism operable to lock the first linkage in position relative to the base, and a second linkage removably coupled to the first linkage. The second linkage has an alignment axis corresponding to a desired abduction angle and a desired anteversion angle of the acetabular axis of the acetabular prosthetic component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Rodney E. Satterthwaite
  • Nested expandable sleeve implant
    Patent number: 9737352
    Abstract: An expandable implant for treating bone preferably in a minimally invasive manner includes a preferably cylindrical core element extending along a longitudinal axis and preferably a plurality of nestable, expandable sleeves extending along a longitudinal axis for placement radially about the core element. The plurality of nestable sleeves are sequentially insertable over the core element in such a manner that a first nestable sleeve is inserted over the core element and each subsequently inserted nestable sleeve is received between the core element and the previously inserted nestable sleeve such that the insertion of each additional sleeve causes each previously inserted sleeve to outwardly expand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Harry Thomas Hall
  • Reduction sleeve
    Patent number: 9737346
    Abstract: A reduction sleeve for facilitating insertion of a spinal rod into a rod-receiving channel formed in a bone fixation element. The reduction sleeve may include a through-bore sized and configured to receive the bone fixation element and a substantially transverse channel sized and configured to receive the spinal rod. The channel being substantially aligned with the rod-receiving channel formed in the bone fixation element so that, once the bone fixation element has been inserted into the reduction sleeve, the spinal rod can pass through the aligned channels. The reduction sleeve may also include at least one break-off point or region for facilitating breaking and removal of the reduction sleeve once the spinal rod has been clamped into the rod-receiving channel of the bone fixation element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Dec, David S. Rathbun
  • Dilation system and method of using the same
    Patent number: 9737290
    Abstract: A method of forming an access opening through a psoas muscle to a patient's spine includes laterally inserting a stimulating dilator into the psoas muscle. The stimulating dilator has a stimulation channel formed in an outer surface thereof. An electrical pulse is transmitted via an EMG into the stimulating dilator to locate a position of a nerve in the patient's psoas muscle. The stimulating dilator is laterally inserted through the psoas muscle and toward the patient's spine in a way that avoids the nerve. A stimulating probe is inserted into the stimulation channel along the outer surface of the stimulating dilator while transmitting an electrical pulse via the EMG into the stimulating probe to verify the position of the nerve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Fatone, Brandon Randall
  • Spinal fusion implant
    Patent number: 9737413
    Abstract: The present invention provides a device and methodology for use in spinal fusion surgeries. An implant is proved for forming a rigid structure between adjoining vertebrae in a patient. The implant is a cage defined by at least a first end, second end, first side, and second side surface, wherein first and second side surfaces extend substantially parallel to each other to span a space between adjoining vertebrae and first and second ends interconnect said first side surface and second side surface. The cage incorporates one or more flexible joints that allow the cage to be deformed for insertion into a patient. The ability to deform the cage allows a greater ease and flexibility in inserting and positioning the implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald Garner, Sara Dziedzic, Michael Mahoney, Ramon Ruberte
  • Orthopaedic surgical procedure for implanting a revision hip prosthesis
    Patent number: 9737405
    Abstract: A modular femoral prosthesis for use during performance of a hip revision procedure includes a proximal body component, a distal stem component, and a locking bolt. Surgical instruments and methods for use in implanting such a modular femoral prosthesis are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Jonathan E. Carr, Daniel E. Lashure, Larry G. McCleary, William Muhammad, Michael J. Fortin, Rodney E. Satterthwaite
  • Aiming device for targeted drilling of bone
    Patent number: 9730711
    Abstract: An aiming device for targeted drilling of a hole into bone includes a slot hole extending through the aiming device, the slot hole being configured to receive a guide sleeve therein at different locations therein and at different angles each of which corresponds with one of the locations along a longitudinal extension of the slot hole. The aiming device can be positioned relative to a bone plate using a positioning device including a base having a guide hole extending therethrough from a first side of the base to a second side of the base. The guide hole is formed as an elongated hole and is configured to receive the guide sleeve therein at different angles relative to the positioning device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Stefan Wolf, This Aebi
  • Method of in-situ formation of an intervertebral fusion device
    Patent number: 9730803
    Abstract: An orthopedic device for implanting between adjacent vertebrae comprising: an arcuate balloon and a hardenable material within said balloon. In some embodiments, the balloon has a footprint that substantially corresponds to a perimeter of a vertebral endplate. An inflatable device is inserted through a cannula into an intervertebral space and oriented so that, upon expansion, a natural angle between vertebrae will be at least partially restored. At least one component selected from the group consisting of a load-bearing component and an osteobiologic component is directed into the inflatable device through a fluid communication means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas M. DiMauro, Michael Andrew Slivka, Lauren Aquino Shluzas
  • Methods, systems, and devices for monitoring and displaying medical parameters for a patient
    Patent number: 9730648
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are provided for monitoring and displaying medical parameters for a patient. In one embodiment, a display can be configured to show a display screen that includes information related to a physiological parameter being measured from a patient. The information can include trends of values of the physiological parameter gathered from the patient over a period of time. The display screen can also show assessment information regarding one or more diagnostic parameters for the patient and notification information regarding one or more medically-related events that occurred as related to the patient. The trends information, the assessment information, and the notification information can be shown on the display screen alone or in any combination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Salim Kassem, Nicholas Baruch
  • Adjustable resistance, gravitationally activated, anti-siphon valve
    Patent number: 9731102
    Abstract: An anti-siphon drainage device having a housing forming an internal chamber, an inlet and outlet ports part of the internal chamber and fluidly connected by a primary flow path. A valve seat is associated with the primary flow path, a sloped section extends from the valve seat, and a valve element disposed in the sloped section and can seat in the valve seat to restrict a fluid flow into the primary flow path from the inlet port. A secondary flow path can have an opening near the inlet port and an orifice near the outlet port. A regulator has an aperture to selectively open and close the opening of the secondary flow path. When the valve element is seated in the valve seat and restricting the fluid flow into the primary flow path, the fluid flows into the secondary flow path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Stephen Wilson, Alyssa Trigger
  • INTRANSAL DELIVERY OF CURCUMIN
    Publication number: 20170224637
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to the intranasal delivery of curcumin adapted so as to target the brain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2016
    Publication date: August 10, 2017
    Applicant: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas M. DiMauro
  • SUPER RESOLUTION AND COLOR MOTION ARTIFACT CORRECTION IN A PULSED COLOR IMAGING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20170230574
    Abstract: The disclosure extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for producing an image in light deficient environments and associated structures, methods and features. The features of the systems and methods described herein may include providing improved resolution and color reproduction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2017
    Publication date: August 10, 2017
    Applicant: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: John Richardson, Laurent Blanquart
  • METHOD AND INSTRUMENTS FOR INTERBODY FUSION AND POSTERIOR FIXATION THROUGH A SINGLE INCISION
    Publication number: 20170224391
    Abstract: A method of providing access to an intervertebral disc has been developed that involves using the patient's bony pedicle as an anchoring spot for a pedicle screw that temporarily attaches to the access port. Because this new procedure eliminates the need for the surgical table as an anchor, it also eliminates the assembly components extending from the table to the port at the access site, thereby unencumbering the surgeon's view and workspace while providing minimally invasive access.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2017
    Publication date: August 10, 2017
    Applicant: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Eric Biester, Ralph Solitario
  • In-situ formed intervertebral fusion device and method
    Patent number: 9724207
    Abstract: An orthopedic device for implanting between adjacent vertebrae comprising: an arcuate balloon and a hardenable material within said balloon. In some embodiments, the balloon has a footprint that substantially corresponds to a perimeter of a vertebral endplate. An inflatable device is inserted through a cannula into an intervertebral space and oriented so that, upon expansion, a natural angle between vertebrae will be at least partially restored. At least one component selected from the group consisting of a load-bearing component and an osteobiologic component is directed into the inflatable device through a fluid communication means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas M. DiMauro, Michael Andrew Slivka
  • Insertion instrument for anchor assembly
    Patent number: 9724080
    Abstract: An insertion instrument is configured to eject at least one anchor body into respective target locations, and subsequently apply a predetermined tensile force at least one actuation member of the at least one anchor member so as to actuate the at least one anchor body from a first configuration to a second expanded configuration. The insertion instrument can include a tension assembly that applies the predetermined tensile force to the at least one actuation member. The predetermined tensile force can be defined by a distance of travel, a predetermined failure force of a fuse, or a combination of distance of travel and a predetermined failure force of a fuse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ernie Corrao, Ron George Litke, Wamis Singhatat, Scott Larsen, Stephen Joseph Snyder, Nicolas Bouduban, Robert L. Richards
  • Methods and systems for minimally invasive posterior arch expansion
    Patent number: 9724135
    Abstract: Provided are methods and systems for enlarging a spinal canal of a vertebra. Using the methods and systems disclosed the spinal canal of the vertebra is enlarged by cutting the posterior arch portion of the vertebra to create one or two implant receiving spaces in the posterior arch portion. The cutting of the posterior arch portion is completed through a minimally invasive approach. Once cut, the detached portion of the posterior arch portion is repositioned and an implant is positioned in the implant receiving space of the posterior arch portion to thereby enlarge the spinal canal such that the spinal cord is no longer compressed. The insertion of the implant is also completed through a minimally invasive approach.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: David Koch, Simon Kamber, Reto Halbeisen, Lukas Giger, Michael Guetlin, Felix Aschmann, Jann-Paul Suedkamp, Marco Messias, Tom Overes, Bruno Laeng, Roger Berger, Joern Richter
  • Spinous process spacer hammock
    Patent number: 9724133
    Abstract: A spinal distractor for distracting opposed vertebrae in which a pair of elements are threadably connected by a screw having opposing threads, wherein actuating the screw spreads the elements apart and pushes the vertebrae apart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Andrew Slivka, Michael J O'Neil, Hassan Serhan, Michael Fisher, John Riley Hawkins
  • Spinal connectors and related methods
    Patent number: 9724131
    Abstract: In some embodiments, a connector can be configured to couple a first fixation element (e.g., a first rod) to a second fixation element (e.g., a second rod). One or both of the first and second fixation elements can be included with the connector, or one or both can be separately provided. In some instances, at least one of the fixation elements is previously implanted in a patient. The connector can provide one or more degrees of freedom between the first and second fixation elements. The connector can also include a locking element configured to (1) lock one or more of the fixation elements to the connector, and (2) lock one or more of the degrees of freedom between the fixation elements. The connector can be configured to snap onto or otherwise engage a fixation element in a manner that provides tactile and/or audible feedback to the surgeon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Zoher Bootwala, Michael Gorhan, Adam LaWare