Patents by Inventor Chris Scott Jones

Chris Scott Jones 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).

  • Methods and apparatus for treatment of hollow anatomical structures
    Patent number: 8715276
    Abstract: One embodiment comprises an apparatus for applying energy to a hollow anatomical structure having an inner wall. The apparatus comprises an elongate shaft having a distal end and a proximal end opposite the distal end; and a capacitive treatment element located near the distal end. The capacitive treatment element is sized for insertion into the hollow anatomical structure and placement near the inner wall. The capacitive treatment element is configured to create an electric field that extends at least partially into the inner wall. Other devices and methods for treatment of hollow anatomical structures are disclosed as well.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Russell B. Thompson, Fiona M. Sander, Chris Scott Jones