Patents by Inventor D. Lawson Lyon

D. Lawson Lyon 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).

  • High strength suture material
    Patent number: 6716234
    Abstract: A high strength abrasion resistant surgical suture material with improved tie down characteristics. The suture features a multifilament cover formed of braided strands of ultra high molecular weight long chain polyethylene and polyester. The cover surrounds a core formed of twisted strands of ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene. The suture, provided in a #2 size, has the strength of #5 Ethibond, is ideally suited for most orthopedic procedures, and can be attached to a suture anchor or a curved needle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2004
    Assignee: Arthrex, Inc.
    Inventors: R. Donald Grafton, D. Lawson Lyon, Brian Hallet