Patents by Inventor Alaena DeStefano

Alaena DeStefano 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).

  • Valve prosthesis frames
    Patent number: 11911269
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame comprising first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: MEDTRONIC CV LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L.
    Inventors: Padraig Savage, Joseph Callol, Alaena DeStefano, Joshua Dwork, Devin Gosal, Karan Punga, Finn Rinne, Billy Tam
  • VALVE PROSTHESIS FRAMES
    Publication number: 20220183833
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame comprising first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2022
    Publication date: June 16, 2022
    Inventors: Padraig SAVAGE, Joseph CALLOL, Alaena DESTEFANO, Joshua DWORK, Devin GOSAL, Karan PUNGA, Finn RINNE, Billy TAM
  • TRANSCATHETER VALVE HAVING REDUCED SEAM EXPOSURE
    Publication number: 20220175519
    Abstract: A transcatheter valve having an expandable frame and a collapsible multi-portion skirt within the frame are provided with seams between the portions of the skirt that are located to cooperate with features of the frame and thereby reduce the exposure of the seams.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2022
    Publication date: June 9, 2022
    Applicant: MEDTRONIC, INC.
    Inventor: Alaena DeStefano Maiorano
  • Valve prosthesis frames
    Patent number: 11298226
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame comprising first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: MEDTRONIC CV LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L.
    Inventors: Padraig Savage, Joseph Callol, Alaena Destefano, Joshua Dwork, Devin Gosal, Karan Punga, Finn Rinne, Billy Tam
  • VALVE PROSTHESIS FRAMES
    Publication number: 20200205965
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame comprising first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Publication date: July 2, 2020
    Inventors: Padraig SAVAGE, Joseph CALLOL, Alaena DESTEFANO, Joshua DWORK, Devin GOSAL, Karan PUNGA, Finn RINNE, Billy TAM
  • Valve prosthesis frames
    Patent number: 10617517
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame having first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: MEDTRONIC CV LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L.
    Inventors: Padraig Savage, Joseph Callol, Alaena DeStefano, Joshua Dwork, Devin Gosal, Karan Punga, Finn Rinne, Billy Tam
  • Transcatheter valve having reduced seam exposure
    Patent number: 9480558
    Abstract: A transcatheter valve having an expandable frame and a collapsible multi-portion skirt within the frame are provided with seams between the portions of the skirt that are located to cooperate with features of the frame and thereby reduce the exposure of the seams.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventor: Alaena Destefano
  • Valve Prosthesis Frames
    Publication number: 20140200660
    Abstract: A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame comprising first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Applicant: MEDTRONIC CV LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L.
    Inventors: Padraig Savage, Joseph Callol, Alaena DeStefano, Joshua Dwork, Devin Gosal, Karan Punga, Finn Rinne, Billy Tam
  • TRANSCATHETER VALVE HAVING REDUCED SEAM EXPOSURE
    Publication number: 20130144382
    Abstract: A transcatheter valve having an expandable frame and a collapsible multi-portion skirt within the frame are provided with seams between the portions of the skirt that are located to cooperate with features of the frame and thereby reduce the exposure of the seams.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2011
    Publication date: June 6, 2013
    Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.
    Inventor: Alaena DeStefano