Patents by Inventor David J. Kupiecki
David J. Kupiecki 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: 20200121504Abstract: An implant is placed within Schlemm's canal of the eye and provides tension to the trabecular meshwork. The tension is continuous and increases the aqueous outflow without the necessity of administering cholinergic drugs to treat glaucoma.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2019Publication date: April 23, 2020Applicant: iScience lnterventional CorporationInventors: Robert Stegmann, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie, Candice D. Pinson, Ronald Yamamoto
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Patent number: 10022210Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2013Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
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Patent number: 10010394Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2016Date of Patent: July 3, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
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Patent number: 9918818Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2016Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
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Publication number: 20160287368Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2016Publication date: October 6, 2016Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
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Publication number: 20160256251Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2016Publication date: September 8, 2016Inventors: Chaouki A. KHAMIS, Shawn M. WIGNALL, David J. KUPIECKI
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Patent number: 9364308Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2010Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLCInventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
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Patent number: 9333065Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2014Date of Patent: May 10, 2016Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLCInventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
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Publication number: 20140235935Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
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Publication number: 20140148829Abstract: A catheter system and corresponding methods are provided for accessing a blood vessel true lumen from a sub-intimal plane of the vessel. The catheter system includes visualization elements for determining the orientation of the true lumen with respect to the sub-intimal plane at an identified entry site from a position in the sub-intimal plane. The entry site is distal to a chronic total occlusion (CTO). The catheter system also includes a system for physically securing tissue of the sub-intimal plane at the entry site to the catheter system. The attaching system reduces or eliminates catheter float within the sub-intimal space. The catheter system further includes re-entry devices to establish and maintain a path from the sub-intimal plane back into the vessel true lumen.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2013Publication date: May 29, 2014Applicant: LuMend, Inc.Inventors: Kurt D. Sparks, Jeffrey L. Emery, Brent D. Seybold, David J. Kupiecki, C. Daniel Pinson, Allen W. Madsen, Michael D. Keleher, Sergio Salinas, Benjamin J. Clark, Matthew R. Selmon
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Patent number: 8708885Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2008Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
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Publication number: 20140073850Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
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Patent number: 8597173Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2008Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Jeffrey Michael O'Hern, Richard Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
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Publication number: 20130018219Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2010Publication date: January 17, 2013Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
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Patent number: 8348924Abstract: Microcannulae are constructed with multiple components in a composite design, allowing the microcannulae to have varying mechanical and delivery properties that will enable ophthalmic treatments by minimally invasive means. The microcannula includes at least one flexible, tubular communicating element with an outer diameter of 350 microns or less, a proximal connector for introduction of materials, energy or tools. It may also include a reinforcing member attached to the communicating element, which may be designed to create variable stiffness along the length of the microcannula. The microcannula may also include other features such as a signal beacon near the distal tip.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: iScience Surgical CorporationInventors: Jeffrey J. Christian, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie
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Patent number: 8172830Abstract: Microcannulae are constructed with multiple components in a composite design, allowing the microcannulae to have varying mechanical and delivery properties that will enable ophthalmic treatments by minimally invasive means. The microcannula includes at least one flexible, tubular communicating element with an outer diameter of 350 microns or less, a proximal connector for introduction of materials, energy or tools. It may also include a reinforcing member attached to the communicating element, which may be designed to create variable stiffness along the length of the microcannula. The microcannula may also include other features such as a signal beacon near the distal tip.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2007Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Iscience Interventional CorporationInventors: Jeffrey J. Christian, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie
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Publication number: 20120010702Abstract: An implant is placed within Schlemm's canal of the eye and provides tension to the trabecular meshwork. The tension is continuous and increases the aqueous outflow without the necessity of administering cholinergic drugs to treat glaucoma.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2011Publication date: January 12, 2012Applicant: ISCIENCE INTERVENTIONAL CORPORATIONInventors: Robert STEGMANN, Stanley R. CONSTON, David J. KUPIECKI, John McKENZIE, Candice D. PINSON, Ronald K. YAMAMOTO
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Patent number: 8034105Abstract: A method is provided for increasing the outflow of fluid through Schlemm's canal that is useful for treatment of glaucoma. The implant is placed in Schlemm's canal by use of a flexible delivery instrument attached to the implant. The instrument and implant are positioned within the canal, the implant is released and the distal and proximal ends of the implant are connected to apply sufficient axial tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal to increase fluid permeability. In another embodiment a delivery instrument attached to the implant is positioned in the canal securing one of the distal or proximal ends of the implant within the canal. The implant provides sufficient axial tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal to increase fluid permeability of the inner wall of the canal. The other of the distal or proximal ends may be secured to maintain the tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2005Date of Patent: October 11, 2011Assignee: iScience Interventional CorporationInventors: Robert Stegmann, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie, Candice D. Pinson, Ronald K. Yamamoto
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Patent number: 7967772Abstract: An injector is provided to deliver microquantities of viscous materials into the body, such as the eye, for surgical purposes. The injector comprises a syringe body with a plunger disposed therein coupled to a positive displacement mechanism capable of progressively advancing the plunger to precisely deliver microquantities of materials at a constant or predetermined delivery rate.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2005Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Assignee: iScience Interventional CorporationInventors: John R. McKenzie, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki
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Publication number: 20100274074Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2008Publication date: October 28, 2010Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall