Patents by Inventor Brian M. Hanley
Brian M. Hanley 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).
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Publication number: 20180014868Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to the field of cryoablation. In particular, the present disclosure relates to cryoablation systems (e.g., cryospray systems, cryogenic ablation, cryosurgery systems etc.) that prevent or significantly inhibit cryospray gases from accumulating and progression distally beyond a specific region within a body lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2017Publication date: January 18, 2018Inventors: John P. O'Connor, Brian M. Hanley
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Patent number: 9867648Abstract: A method and system for automated and semi-automated predictable, consistent, safe, effective, and lumen-specific and patient-specific cryospray treatment of airway tissue in which treatment duration is automatically set by the system following entry of patient information and treatment location information into the system by the user, and treatment spray is automatically stopped by the system when the automatically selected treatment duration has been achieved as determined by the system.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2015Date of Patent: January 16, 2018Assignee: CSA Medical, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Mulcahey, Marc Davidson, Brian M. Hanley, Ellen Sheets, Wei Li Fan
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Publication number: 20160095502Abstract: A bronchoscopic sheath adapted to be fit over the outside surface of the proximal portion of a bronchoscope to assist with measuring or spacing of treatment. The measurement or spacing sheath is preferably made of braided polymer filament and is configured to collapse under tension and open/expand when the ends of the sheath are pushed towards one-another. Markings are provided on the sheath at regular intervals to reflect distance. The markings may be woven into the braid, or printed on the exterior of the braid. The proximal end of the sheath may be flared and the distal end may be tapered. Each end may be provided with a cuff that may be part of the braid, or a separate elastomeric material, or a thermally sealed edge with atraumatic tip.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2015Publication date: April 7, 2016Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Stephen Griffin, Heather V. Hawkes
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Patent number: 9289262Abstract: A method and an apparatus according to an embodiment includes a distal end portion of an optical fiber core having a multilayer dielectric coating. For side-firing optical fibers, the coating can be disposed on an angled surface at the core distal end to produce total internal reflection of laser energy at the angled surface. The coating can also be disposed on an outer surface of the distal end portion of the core. The coating and the angled surface can be collectively configured to redirect laser energy in a lateral or side-fired direction. For end-firing optical fibers, the coating can be disposed on an outer surface of the distal end portion of the core. The coating and a perpendicular surface at the core distal end can be collectively configured to direct laser energy in a direction substantially parallel to the distal end portion of the optical fiber.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2009Date of Patent: March 22, 2016Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Jessica Hixon, Christopher L. Oskin, Edward Sinofsky
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Publication number: 20160038213Abstract: A method and system for automated and semi-automated predictable, consistent, safe, effective, and lumen-specific and patient-specific cryospray treatment of airway tissue in which treatment duration is automatically set by the system following entry of patient information and treatment location information into the system by the user, and treatment spray is automatically stopped by the system when the automatically selected treatment duration has been achieved as determined by the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2015Publication date: February 11, 2016Inventors: Wendelin Maners, Ellen Sheets, Rafael Cordero, Marc Davidson, Wei Fan, David Sherrill, Brian M. Hanley, Amy Sarli, Stephen Griffin, Heather V. Hawkes
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Publication number: 20150351822Abstract: A method and system for automated and semi-automated predictable, consistent, safe, effective, and lumen-specific and patient-specific cryospray treatment of airway tissue in which treatment duration is automatically set by the system following entry of patient information and treatment location information into the system by the user, and treatment spray is automatically stopped by the system when the automatically selected treatment duration has been achieved as determined by the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2015Publication date: December 10, 2015Inventors: Thomas Mulcahey, Marc Davidson, Brian M. Hanley, Ellen Sheets, Wei Li Fan
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Publication number: 20140309627Abstract: A method and an apparatus according to an embodiment of the invention includes a reflector and an optical fiber end portion disposed within a capillary for use in side-firing optical fibers. The reflector surface can be coated with a multilayer dielectric coating to increase the amount of side-fired laser energy. An outer member or cap can be used to protect the capillary when being inserted through a catheter or endoscope. The endoscope is then at least partially inserted into a patient's body to provide laser-based medical treatment. Multiple grooves can be defined on an outer surface of the optical fiber buffer layer to increase the surface area and improve the mechanical strength of the coupling between the optical fiber and the capillary. In some embodiments, the outer member or cap can also be coupled to the grooved surface portion of the optical fiber buffer layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2014Publication date: October 16, 2014Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Brian M. HANLEY, Jessica HIXON, Christopher L. OSKIN, Edward SINOFSKY
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Patent number: 8747295Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for associating an implantable sling with a delivery device for delivering the sling to an anatomical location in a patient.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2012Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Michael S. H. Chu, Brian M. Hanley, Alfred Intoccia, Richard C. Tah
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Patent number: 8657812Abstract: A method and an apparatus according to an embodiment includes a distal end portion of an optical fiber disposed inside a lumen defined along a curved path within a capillary. The distal end surface of the optical fiber can be substantially flush with a portion of an outside surface of the capillary that defines a transmissive portion. The distal end portion of the optical fiber and the curved path can be collectively configured to direct laser energy through the transmissive portion in a lateral or side-fired direction that is offset from a longitudinal axis or centerline of the capillary. In some embodiments, more than one optical fiber can be disposed along the curved path. In other embodiments, more than one curved path can be defined within the capillary such that a distal end portion of an optical fiber can be disposed along each of the curved paths.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2009Date of Patent: February 25, 2014Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Jessica Hixon, Christopher L. Oskin, Edward Sinofsky
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Patent number: 8414501Abstract: A rectal thermal monitor for transrectal prostate temperature measurement includes a handle arranged in a proximal end portion of the monitor for gripping by a user, an elongate shaft extending from the handle, and an expandable distal probe portion arranged on a distal end of the shaft. The distal probe portion is arranged at a position opposite the handle portion, and is shaped to facilitate insertion through an anal sphincter and into a rectum of a patient. A cover element, is provided for covering at least a portion of the distal probe portion, and is made from a resilient material. A temperature sensing element is arranged within the distal probe portion, beneath the cover element, and is adapted and configured to sense a temperature of the prostate of the patient through the rectum wall of the patient. Further, and actuator can be provided to actuate the expandable distal probe portion, to increase a diameter thereof.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2008Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: Medifocus, Inc.Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Michael S. H. Chu, Kenneth J. Daignault, Aidan Petrie, Justin Sirotin, David Robson, Andrew W. Marsella, Dan Nelsen, Michael Weiser, Ramin N. Tehrani
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Patent number: 8409110Abstract: A rectal thermal monitor for transrectal prostate temperature measurement includes a handle arranged in a proximal end portion of the monitor for gripping by a user, an elongate shaft extending from the handle, and a probe portion arranged on a distal end portion of the shaft. The probe portion is arranged at a position opposite the handle portion, and is shaped to facilitate insertion through an anal sphincter and into a rectum of a patient. A temperature sensing element is arranged within the distal probe portion and is adapted and configured to sense a temperature of the prostate of the patient through the rectum wall of the patient. The probe portion can include one or more compliant materials and/or be shaped so as to compress during insertion through the anal sphincter of the patient.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2008Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Medifocus, Inc.Inventors: Christopher L. Oskin, Brian M. Hanley, Michael Barenboym
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Patent number: 8323179Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for associating an implantable sling with a delivery device for delivering the sling to an anatomical location in a patient.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2009Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Michael S. H. Chu, Brian M. Hanley, Alfred Intoccia, Richard C. Tah
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Publication number: 20090287197Abstract: A method and an apparatus according to an embodiment includes a distal end portion of an optical fiber disposed inside a lumen defined along a curved path within a capillary. The distal end surface of the optical fiber can be substantially flush with a portion of an outside surface of the capillary that defines a transmissive portion. The distal end portion of the optical fiber and the curved path can be collectively configured to direct laser energy through the transmissive portion in a lateral or side-fired direction that is offset from a longitudinal axis or centerline of the capillary. In some embodiments, more than one optical fiber can be disposed along the curved path. In other embodiments, more than one curved path can be defined within the capillary such that a distal end portion of an optical fiber can be disposed along each of the curved paths.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2009Publication date: November 19, 2009Inventors: Brian M. HANLEY, Jessica Hixon, Christopher L. Oskin, Edward Sinofsky
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Publication number: 20090287198Abstract: A method and an apparatus according to an embodiment includes a distal end portion of an optical fiber core having a multilayer dielectric coating. For side-firing optical fibers, the coating can be disposed on an angled surface at the core distal end to produce total internal reflection of laser energy at the angled surface. The coating can also be disposed on an outer surface of the distal end portion of the core. The coating and the angled surface can be collectively configured to redirect laser energy in a lateral or side-fired direction. For end-firing optical fibers, the coating can be disposed on an outer surface of the distal end portion of the core. The coating and a perpendicular surface at the core distal end can be collectively configured to direct laser energy in a direction substantially parallel to the distal end portion of the optical fiber.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2009Publication date: November 19, 2009Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Jessica Hixon, Christopher L. Oskin, Edward Sinofsky
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Publication number: 20090192540Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for associating an implantable sling with a delivery device for delivering the sling to an anatomical location in a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2009Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Michael S. H. Chu, Brian M. Hanley, Alfred Intoccia, Richard C. Tah
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Publication number: 20090171238Abstract: A rectal thermal monitor for transrectal prostate temperature measurement includes a handle arranged in a proximal end portion of the monitor for gripping by a user, an elongate shaft extending from the handle, and an expandable distal probe portion arranged on a distal end of the shaft. The distal probe portion is arranged at a position opposite the handle portion, and is shaped to facilitate insertion through an anal sphincter and into a rectum of a patient. A cover element, is provided for covering at least a portion of the distal probe portion, and is made from a resilient material. A temperature sensing element is arranged within the distal probe portion, beneath the cover element, and is adapted and configured to sense a temperature of the prostate of the patient through the rectum wall of the patient. Further, and actuator can be provided to actuate the expandable distal probe portion, to increase a diameter thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2008Publication date: July 2, 2009Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Brian M. Hanley, Michael S.H. Chu, Kenneth J. Daignault, Aidan Petrie, Justin Sirotin, David Robson, Andrew W. Marsella, Dan Nelsen, Michael Weiser, Ramin N. Tehrani
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Patent number: 7524281Abstract: The present invention provides devices and methods for associating an implantable sling with a delivery device for delivering the sling to an anatomical location in a patient.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2004Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Michael S. H. Chu, Brian M. Hanley, Alfred Intoccia, Richard C. Tah
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Publication number: 20090093733Abstract: A rectal thermal monitor for transrectal prostate temperature measurement includes a handle arranged in a proximal end portion of the monitor for gripping by a user, an elongate shaft extending from the handle, and a probe portion arranged on a distal end portion of the shaft. The probe portion is arranged at a position opposite the handle portion, and is shaped to facilitate insertion through an anal sphincter and into a rectum of a patient. A temperature sensing element is arranged within the distal probe portion and is adapted and configured to sense a temperature of the prostate of the patient through the rectum wall of the patient. The probe portion can include one or more compliant materials and/or be shaped so as to compress during insertion through the anal sphincter of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Christopher L. Oskin, Brian M. Hanley, Michael Barenboym