Patents by Inventor Deirdre McGowan Smyth
Deirdre McGowan Smyth 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: 20240000567Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2023Publication date: January 4, 2024Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Publication number: 20230390062Abstract: Embodiments hereof relate to a delivery system for a transcatheter valve prosthesis, the delivery system having an integral centering mechanism to circumferentially center both the delivery system and the valve prosthesis within a vessel at the target implantation site. The centering mechanism may include expandable wings that may be selectively aligned with openings formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a coiled wing that may be selectively exposed through an opening formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a plurality of elongated filaments extending through a plurality of lumens of an outermost shaft of the delivery system that may be selectively deployed or expanded, an outer shaft that includes at least one pre-formed deflection segment formed thereon, a tool having a deployable lever arm, and/or a plurality of loops deployable via simultaneous longitudinal and rotational movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2023Publication date: December 7, 2023Inventors: Sarah AHLBERG, Marc ANDERSON, Donna BARRETT, Evelyn BIRMINGHAM, Constantin CIOBANU, Kieran CUNNINGHAM, Paul DEVEREUX, Niall DUFFY, John GALLAGHER, Patrick GRIFFIN, Frank HAREWOOD, Gerry MCCAFFREY, DEIRDRE MCGOWAN SMYTH, Bernard MULVIHILL, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa JAMOUS, Joel RACCHINI, Jeffrey SANDSTROM, Frank WHITE
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Patent number: 11793637Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2020Date of Patent: October 24, 2023Assignee: MEDTRONIC, INC.Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Publication number: 20220175528Abstract: Embodiments hereof relate to a delivery system for a transcatheter valve prosthesis, the delivery system having an integral centering mechanism to circumferentially center both the delivery system and the valve prosthesis within a vessel at the target implantation site. The centering mechanism may include expandable wings that may be selectively aligned with openings formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a coiled wing that may be selectively exposed through an opening formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a plurality of elongated filaments extending through a plurality of lumens of an outermost shaft of the delivery system that may be selectively deployed or expanded, an outer shaft that includes at least one pre-formed deflection segment formed thereon, a tool having a deployable lever arm, and/or a plurality of loops deployable via simultaneous longitudinal and rotational movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2022Publication date: June 9, 2022Inventors: Sarah AHLBERG, Marc ANDERSON, Donna BARRETT, Evelyn BIRMINGHAM, Constantin CIOBANU, Kieran CUNNINGHAM, Paul DEVEREUX, Niall DUFFY, John GALLAGHER, Patrick GRIFFIN, Frank HAREWOOD, Gerry MCCAFFREY, DEIRDRE MCGOWAN SMYTH, Bernard MULVIHILL, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa JAMOUS, Joel RACCHINI, Jeffrey SANDSTROM, Frank WHITE
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Publication number: 20210077258Abstract: A heart valve therapy system including a delivery device and a stented valve. The delivery device includes an outer sheath, an inner shaft, an optional hub assembly, and a plurality of tethers. In a delivery state, a stent frame of the prosthesis is crimped over the inner shaft and maintained in a compressed condition by the outer sheath. The tethers are connected to the stent frame. In a partial deployment state, the outer sheath is at least partially withdrawn, allowing the stent frame to self-expand. Tension in the tethers prevents the stent frame from rapidly expanding and optionally allowing recapture. Upon completion of the stent frame expansion, the tethers are withdrawn.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2020Publication date: March 18, 2021Applicant: Medtronic Vascular GalwayInventors: Marian Creaven, Marc Anderson, Kate Corish, Declan Costello, Niall Duffy, Joshua Dwork, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Gavin Kenny, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, John Milroy, Jason Quill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Paul Rothstein, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Edmond Sheahan, Frank White
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Patent number: 10869761Abstract: A heart valve therapy system including a delivery device and a stented valve. The delivery device includes an outer sheath, an inner shaft, an optional hub assembly, and a plurality of tethers. In a delivery state, a stent frame of the prosthesis is crimped over the inner shaft and maintained in a compressed condition by the outer sheath. The tethers are connected to the stent frame. In a partial deployment state, the outer sheath is at least partially withdrawn, allowing the stent frame to self-expand. Tension in the tethers prevents the stent frame from rapidly expanding and optionally allowing recapture. Upon completion of the stent frame expansion, the tethers are withdrawn.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2018Date of Patent: December 22, 2020Assignee: Medtronic Vascular GalwayInventors: Marian Creaven, Marc Anderson, Kate Corish, Declan Costello, Niall Duffy, Joshua Dwork, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Gavin Kenny, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, John Milroy, Jason Quill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Paul Rothstein, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Edmond Sheahan, Frank White
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Publication number: 20200170787Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2020Publication date: June 4, 2020Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Patent number: 10568739Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2017Date of Patent: February 25, 2020Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Patent number: 10478297Abstract: Embodiments hereof relate to a delivery system for a transcatheter valve prosthesis, the delivery system having an integral centering mechanism to circumferentially center both the delivery system and the valve prosthesis within a vessel at the target implantation site. The centering mechanism may include expandable wings that may be selectively aligned with openings formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a coiled wing that may be selectively exposed through an opening formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a plurality of elongated filaments extending through a plurality of lumens of an outermost shaft of the delivery system that may be selectively deployed or expanded, an outer shaft that includes at least one pre-formed deflection segment formed thereon, a tool having a deployable lever arm, and/or a plurality of loops deployable via simultaneous longitudinal and rotational movement.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2016Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Assignee: Medtronic Vascular, Inc.Inventors: Sarah Ahlberg, Marc Anderson, Donna Barrett, Evelyn Birmingham, Constantin Ciobanu, Kieran Cunningham, Paul Devereux, Niall Duffy, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Frank Harewood, Gerry McCaffrey, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, Bernard Mulvihill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Frank White
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Patent number: 10413410Abstract: A profile altering tip is provided for a delivery system. The tip defines a first profile with a generally conical shape and a second profile with an expanded profile. During use of the delivery system, a tip profile control assembly can alter the tip from the first profile to the second profile.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2014Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: Medtronic Vascular, Inc.Inventors: Declan Costello, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Publication number: 20180200058Abstract: A heart valve therapy system including a delivery device and a stented valve. The delivery device includes an outer sheath, an inner shaft, an optional hub assembly, and a plurality of tethers. In a delivery state, a stent frame of the prosthesis is crimped over the inner shaft and maintained in a compressed condition by the outer sheath. The tethers are connected to the stent frame. In a partial deployment state, the outer sheath is at least partially withdrawn, allowing the stent frame to self-expand. Tension in the tethers prevents the stent frame from rapidly expanding and optionally allowing recapture. Upon completion of the stent frame expansion, the tethers are withdrawn.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2018Publication date: July 19, 2018Inventors: Marian Creaven, Marc Anderson, Kate Corish, Declan Costello, Niall Duffy, Joshua Dwork, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Gavin Kenny, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, John Milroy, Jason Quill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Paul Rothstein, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Edmond Sheahan, Frank White
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Patent number: 9925045Abstract: A heart valve therapy system including a delivery device and a stented valve. The delivery device includes an outer sheath, an inner shaft, an optional hub assembly, and a plurality of tethers. In a delivery state, a stent frame of the prosthesis is crimped over the inner shaft and maintained in a compressed condition by the outer sheath. The tethers are connected to the stent frame. In a partial deployment state, the outer sheath is at least partially withdrawn, allowing the stent frame to self-expand. Tension in the tethers prevents the stent frame from rapidly expanding and optionally allowing recapture. Upon completion of the stent frame expansion, the tethers are withdrawn.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2014Date of Patent: March 27, 2018Assignee: Medtronic Vascular GalwayInventors: Marian Creaven, Marc Anderson, Kate Corish, Declan Costello, Niall Duffy, Joshua Dwork, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Gavin Kenny, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, John Milroy, Jason Quill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Paul Rothstein, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Edmond Sheahan, Frank White
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Publication number: 20170231755Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2017Publication date: August 17, 2017Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Patent number: 9629718Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2014Date of Patent: April 25, 2017Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Publication number: 20160213470Abstract: Embodiments hereof relate to a delivery system for a transcatheter valve prosthesis, the delivery system having an integral centering mechanism to circumferentially center both the delivery system and the valve prosthesis within a vessel at the target implantation site. The centering mechanism may include expandable wings that may be selectively aligned with openings formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a coiled wing that may be selectively exposed through an opening formed through a sidewall of an outer shaft of the delivery system, a plurality of elongated filaments extending through a plurality of lumens of an outermost shaft of the delivery system that may be selectively deployed or expanded, an outer shaft that includes at least one pre-formed deflection segment formed thereon, a tool having a deployable lever arm, and/or a plurality of loops deployable via simultaneous longitudinal and rotational movement.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2016Publication date: July 28, 2016Inventors: Sarah Ahlberg, Marc Anderson, Donna Barrett, Evelyn Birmingham, Constantin Ciobanu, Kieran Cunningham, Paul Devereux, Niall Duffy, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Frank Harewood, Gerry McCaffrey, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, Bernard Mulvihill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Joel Racchini, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Frank White
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Publication number: 20150289971Abstract: A profile altering tip is provided for a delivery system. The tip defines a first profile with a generally conical shape and a second profile with an expanded profile. During use of the delivery system, a tip profile control assembly can alter the tip from the first profile to the second profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2014Publication date: October 15, 2015Inventors: Declan Costello, Deirdre McGowan Smyth
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Publication number: 20150112430Abstract: A heart valve therapy system including a delivery device and a stented valve. The delivery device includes an outer sheath, an inner shaft, an optional hub assembly, and a plurality of tethers. In a delivery state, a stent frame of the prosthesis is crimped over the inner shaft and maintained in a compressed condition by the outer sheath. The tethers are connected to the stent frame. In a partial deployment state, the outer sheath is at least partially withdrawn, allowing the stent frame to self-expand. Tension in the tethers prevents the stent frame from rapidly expanding and optionally allowing recapture. Upon completion of the stent frame expansion, the tethers are withdrawn.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2014Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventors: Marian Creaven, Marc Anderson, Kate Corish, Declan Costello, Niall Duffy, Joshua Dwork, John Gallagher, Patrick Griffin, Gavin Kenny, Deirdre McGowan Smyth, John Milroy, Jason Quill, Herinaina Rabarimanantsoa Jamous, Paul Rothstein, Jeffrey Sandstrom, Edmond Sheahan, Frank White
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Publication number: 20140330368Abstract: A system includes a medical device for implanting in a valve of a subject, the implantable medical device having a self-expanding frame; and a holder configured to retain the frame of the implantable medical device in a constricted configuration and to control expansion of the frame. The holder has a controllably constrictable and expandable loop, wherein the loop is disposed about at least a portion of the self-expanding frame such that constriction or expansion of the first loop controls constriction or expansion of the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2014Publication date: November 6, 2014Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Michael Gloss, Timothy Groen, Carolyn Majkrzak, Behrooz Nadian, Matthew Rust, Timothy Ryan, Matthew Weston, Marc Anderson, Evelyn Birmingham, Mark Casley, Deirdre McGowan Smyth