Patents by Inventor Edward C. Meagher
Edward C. Meagher 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: 20230064217Abstract: A method for automatically enhancing an image from a device includes obtaining a first image using an imaging device. Recognition software is configured to recognize an object or individual in the first image. An initial image profile is configured based on the first image. Editing software is used to edit at least one attribute of the initial image profile. At least one subsequent image is taken or received. The recognition software is used to recognize the object or individual in the at least one subsequent image. The at least one attribute of the at least one subsequent image is automatically edited based on the initial image profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2022Publication date: March 2, 2023Inventor: Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 11514558Abstract: A method for automatically enhancing an image from a device includes obtaining a first image using an imaging device. Recognition software is configured to recognize an object or individual in the first image. An initial image profile is configured based on the first image. Editing software is used to edit at least one attribute of the initial image profile. At least one subsequent image is taken or received. The recognition software is used to recognize the object or individual in the at least one subsequent image. The at least one attribute of the at least one subsequent image is automatically edited based on the initial image profile.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2018Date of Patent: November 29, 2022Inventor: Edward C. Meagher
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Publication number: 20200184609Abstract: A method for automatically enhancing an image from a device includes obtaining a first image using an imaging device. Recognition software is configured to recognize an object or individual in the first image. An initial image profile is configured based on the first image. Editing software is used to edit at least one attribute of the initial image profile. At least one subsequent image is taken or received. The recognition software is used to recognize the object or individual in the at least one subsequent image. The at least one attribute of the at least one subsequent image is automatically edited based on the initial image profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2018Publication date: June 11, 2020Inventor: Edward C. MEAGHER
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Patent number: 9980770Abstract: An over shoe for use with electrosurgical instruments having a pair of juxtaposed jaw members pivotably associated with one another, at least one of which includes an electrically conductive surface disposed thereon which is in electrical engagement with an electrosurgical energy source. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the over shoe includes a tissue contacting wall configured and dimensioned to selectively and substantially overlie the electrically conductive surface of the electrosurgical instrument. The tissue contacting wall is fabricated from a non-conductive material and includes a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. In another embodiment, the tissue contacting wall is electrically conductive and is configured for selective engagement atop on of the jaw members.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2015Date of Patent: May 29, 2018Assignee: COVIDIEN AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 9301762Abstract: A surgical fastener for use with an anastomosis of two tissues includes a base leg and an upright leg. The base leg is selectively deformable and includes a traumatic tip for piecing tissue. The surgical fastener also includes at least one capillary disposed on the base leg which has a reservoir defined therein for retaining a liquid, e.g., bioadhesive, bonding agent, medicament, etc. Each of the capillaries is ruptureable upon deformation of the surgical fastener to dispense the liquid to the anastomosis site.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2009Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Edward C. Meagher
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Publication number: 20150320486Abstract: An over shoe for use with electrosurgical instruments having a pair of juxtaposed jaw members pivotably associated with one another, at least one of which includes an electrically conductive surface disposed thereon which is in electrical engagement with an electrosurgical energy source. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the over shoe includes a tissue contacting wall configured and dimensioned to selectively and substantially overlie the electrically conductive surface of the electrosurgical instrument. The tissue contacting wall is fabricated from a non-conductive material and includes a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. In another embodiment, the tissue contacting wall is electrically conductive and is configured for selective engagement atop on of the jaw members.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2015Publication date: November 12, 2015Inventors: CHELSEA SHIELDS, EDWARD C. MEAGHER
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Patent number: 9168089Abstract: A control system for controlling the output of an electrosurgical generator is disclosed. The control system includes a control module configured to receive an optical signal from a surgical site, the optical signal being related to an optical tissue characteristic, the control module configured to process the optical signal using a closed loop control loop and provide continual control of the output of the electrosurgical generator in response to the optical tissue characteristic.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2012Date of Patent: October 27, 2015Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Steven P. Buysse, Bret S. Felton, David N. Heard, David Keppel, Ronald J. Podhajsky, Dale F. Schmaltz, Robert H. Wham, Edward C. Meagher, Kate R. Lawes, David A. Schechter, Chelsea Shields, Philip M. Tetzlaff, Jeremy S. James
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Patent number: 9113900Abstract: A system for monitoring and/or controlling tissue modification during an electrosurgical procedure is disclosed. The system includes a sensor module and a control module operatively coupled to the sensor module and configured to control the delivery of electrosurgical energy to tissue based on information provided by the sensor module. The sensor module further includes at least one optical source configured to generate light and at least one optical detector configured to analyze a portion of the light transmitted through, and/or reflected from, the tissue.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2012Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Steven P. Buysse, Bret S. Felton, David N. Heard, David S. Keppel, Ronald J. Podhajsky, Dale F. Schmaltz, Robert H. Wham, Edward C. Meagher, Kate R. Lawes, David A. Schechter, Chelsea Shields, Philip M. Tetzlaff, Jeremy S. James
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Patent number: 9095347Abstract: An over shoe for use with electrosurgical instruments having a pair of juxtaposed jaw members pivotably associated with one another, at least one of which includes an electrically conductive surface disposed thereon which is in electrical engagement with an electrosurgical energy source. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the over shoe includes a tissue contacting wall configured and dimensioned to selectively and substantially overlie the electrically conductive surface of the electrosurgical instrument. The tissue contacting wall is fabricated from a non-conductive material and includes a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. In another embodiment, the tissue contacting wall is electrically conductive and is configured for selective engagement atop on of the jaw members.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2008Date of Patent: August 4, 2015Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 8636191Abstract: A surgical fastener for use with an anastomosis of two tissues includes a base leg and an upright leg. The base leg is selectively deformable and includes a traumatic tip for piecing tissue. The surgical fastener also includes at least one capillary disposed on the base leg which has a reservoir defined therein for retaining a liquid, e.g., bioadhesive, bonding agent, medicament, etc. Each of the capillaries is ruptureable upon deformation of the surgical fastener to dispense the liquid to the anastomosis site.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2003Date of Patent: January 28, 2014Assignee: Covidien LPInventor: Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 8496656Abstract: A bipolar forceps for sealing tissue includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof, each of the jaw members including an electrically conductive sealing surface. The jaw members are movable relative to one another from a first position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a second position wherein the jaw members cooperate to grasp tissue therebetween. The bipolar forceps is connected to a source of electrical energy such that the jaw members are capable of conducting bipolar energy through tissue grasped therebetween to effect a seal. The distance between the electrically conductive sealing surfaces when tissue is held therebetween is adjusted based upon a sensed pre-surgical condition during activation.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2009Date of Patent: July 30, 2013Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Publication number: 20120150170Abstract: A system for monitoring and/or controlling tissue modification during an electrosurgical procedure is disclosed. The system includes a sensor module and a control module operatively coupled to the sensor module and configured to control the delivery of electrosurgical energy to tissue based on information provided by the sensor module. The sensor module further includes at least one optical source configured to generate light and at least one optical detector configured to analyze a portion of the light transmitted through, and/or reflected from, the tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: June 14, 2012Inventors: Steven P. Buysse, Bret S. Felton, David N. Heard, David Keppel, Ronald J. Podhajsky, Dale F. Schmaltz, Robert H. Wham, Edward C. Meagher, Kate R. Lawes, David A. Schechter, Chelsea Shields, Philip M. Tetzlaff, Jeremy S. James
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Publication number: 20120130256Abstract: A control system for controlling the output of an electrosurgical generator is disclosed. The control system includes a control module configured to receive an optical signal from a surgical site, the optical signal being related to an optical tissue characteristic, the control module configured to process the optical signal using a closed loop control loop and provide continual control of the output of the electrosurgical generator in response to the optical tissue characteristic.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: May 24, 2012Inventors: Steven P. Buysse, Bret S. Felton, David N. Heard, David Keppel, Ronald J. Podhajsky, Dale F. Schmaltz, Robert H. Wham, Edward C. Meagher, Kate R. Lawes, David A. Schechter, Chelsea Shields, Philip M. Tetzlaff, Jeremy S. James
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Patent number: 8105323Abstract: An electrosurgical generator is disclosed. The generator includes a microprocessor configured to generate a target impedance trajectory having at least one slope. The target impedance trajectory includes a plurality of target impedance values. The microprocessor is configured to drive tissue impedance along the target impedance trajectory by adjusting the output level to substantially match tissue impedance to a corresponding target impedance value. The microprocessor is further configured to compare tissue impedance to a threshold impedance value and adjust output of the electrosurgical generator when the tissue impedance is equal to or greater than the threshold impedance.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2006Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Steven P. Buysse, Bret S. Felton, David N. Heard, David Keppel, Ronald J. Podhajsky, Dale F. Shmaltz, Robert H. Wham, Edward C. Meagher, Kate R. Lawes, David A. Schechter, Chelsea Shields, Philip M. Tetzlaff, Jeremy S. James
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Publication number: 20090270887Abstract: A surgical fastener for use with an anastomosis of two tissues includes a base leg and an upright leg. The base leg is selectively deformable and includes a traumatic tip for piecing tissue. The surgical fastener also includes at least one capillary disposed on the base leg which has a reservoir defined therein for retaining a liquid, e.g., bioadhesive, bonding agent, medicament, etc. Each of the capillaries is ruptureable upon deformation of the surgical fastener to dispense the liquid to the anastomosis site.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2009Publication date: October 29, 2009Applicant: Tyco Healthcare LPInventor: Edward C. Meagher
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Publication number: 20090149853Abstract: A bipolar forceps for sealing tissue includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof, each of the jaw members including an electrically conductive sealing surface. The jaw members are movable relative to one another from a first position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a second position wherein the jaw members cooperate to grasp tissue therebetween. The bipolar forceps is connected to a source of electrical energy such that the Jaw members are capable of conducting bipolar energy through tissue grasped therebetween to effect a seal. The distance between the electrically conductive sealing surfaces when tissue is held therebetween is adjusted based upon a sensed pre-surgical condition during activation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2009Publication date: June 11, 2009Inventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Publication number: 20090048596Abstract: An over shoe for use with electrosurgical instruments having a pair of juxtaposed jaw members pivotably associated with one another, at least one of which includes an electrically conductive surface disposed thereon which is in electrical engagement with an electrosurgical energy source. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the over shoe includes a tissue contacting wall configured and dimensioned to selectively and substantially overlie the electrically conductive surface of the electrosurgical instrument. The tissue contacting wall is fabricated from a non-conductive material and includes a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. In another embodiment, the tissue contacting wall is electrically conductive and is configured for selective engagement atop on of the jaw members.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2008Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 7491201Abstract: A bipolar forceps for sealing tissue includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof, each of the jaw members including an electrically conductive sealing surface. The jaw members are movable relative to one another from a first position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a second position wherein the jaw members cooperate to grasp tissue therebetween. The bipolar forceps is connected to a source of electrical energy such that the jaw members are capable of conducting bipolar energy through tissue held therebetween to effect a seal. The forceps also includes a stop member assembly having at least one non-conductive stop member which is selectively extendible to regulate the distance between the jaw members when tissue is held therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2004Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: 7442193Abstract: An over shoe for use with electrosurgical instruments having a pair of juxtaposed jaw members pivotably associated with one another, at least one of which includes an electrically conductive surface disposed thereon which is in electrical engagement with an electrosurgical energy source. According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the over shoe includes a tissue contacting wall configured and dimensioned to selectively and substantially overlie the electrically conductive surface of the electrosurgical instrument. The tissue contacting wall is fabricated from a non-conductive material and includes a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. In another embodiment, the tissue contacting wall is electrically conductive and is configured for selective engagement atop on of the jaw members.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2003Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Assignee: Covidien AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C. Meagher
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Patent number: RE47375Abstract: A bipolar forceps for sealing tissue includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof, each of the jaw members including an electrically conductive sealing surface. The jaw members are movable relative to one another from a first position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a second position wherein the jaw members cooperate to grasp tissue therebetween. The bipolar forceps is connected to a source of electrical energy such that the jaw members are capable of conducting bipolar energy through tissue grasped therebetween to effect a seal. The distance between the electrically conductive sealing surfaces when tissue is held therebetween is adjusted based upon a sensed pre-surgical condition during activation. A bipolar forceps for sealing tissue includes an elongated shaft having opposing jaw members at a distal end thereof, each of the jaw members including an electrically conductive sealing surface.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2015Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: Coviden AGInventors: Chelsea Shields, Edward C Meagher