Patents by Inventor Gabriele G. Niederauer
Gabriele G. Niederauer 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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Patent number: 9655610Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2015Date of Patent: May 23, 2017Assignee: ArthroCare CorporationInventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Publication number: 20150157313Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2015Publication date: June 11, 2015Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Patent number: 8979875Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2012Date of Patent: March 17, 2015Assignee: ArthroCare CorporationInventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Publication number: 20130138125Abstract: Fastening devices are provided that are designed to effectively close tissue as well as instruments for applying the inventive fastening devices. The devices are useful for closing tissue such as mucosa in the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, laryngeal surfaces, oronasopharynx, or other mucosal tissues. In particular, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), uvulopalatal flap (UPF) technique, and tonsillectomy can be assisted using the inventive system. Embodiments also provide methods of using the fastening devices and/or instruments, and kits including the fastening devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2013Publication date: May 30, 2013Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Gabriele G. Niederauer
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Publication number: 20130090685Abstract: Fastening devices are provided that are designed to effectively close tissue as well as instruments for applying the inventive fastening devices. The devices are useful for closing tissue such as mucosa in the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, laryngeal surfaces, oronasopharynx, or other mucosal tissues. In particular, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), uvulopalatal flap (UPF) technique, and tonsillectomy can be assisted using the inventive system. Embodiments also provide methods of using the fastening devices and/or instruments, and kits including the fastening devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2010Publication date: April 11, 2013Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kevin L. Ohashi, Anthony Natale, Fred B. Dinger
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Publication number: 20130066358Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods comprising an instrument for expanding a paranasal sinus. The instrument may comprise an expandable disposable medical device is adapted to extend away from a distal portion of a shaft of an insertion device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2012Publication date: March 14, 2013Inventors: Prasad Nalluri, Fred B. Dinger, III, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer
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Publication number: 20120232584Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Applicant: ENTrigue Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Donald A. GONZALES, Fred B. DINGER, III, Gabriele G. NIEDERAUER, Jeffrey S. WRANA
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Publication number: 20120221034Abstract: Apparatus and methods for removing tissue a body cavity. Apparatus and methods comprise an inner sleeve, a middle sleeve, an outer sleeve, and an irrigation conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2010Publication date: August 30, 2012Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Patent number: 8192450Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2009Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: ENTrigue Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Publication number: 20110022172Abstract: A disposable medical device for engaging with a reusable medical instrument and methods of using same.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2010Publication date: January 27, 2011Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
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Publication number: 20110015667Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods comprising an instrument for expanding a paranasal sinus. The instrument may comprise an articulatable shaft and a positioning member configured to move the articulatable shaft from a first position to a second position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
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Publication number: 20110015734Abstract: Methods for providing therapy to an anatomical structure. In specific embodiments, the anatomical structure is a paranasal sinus outflow tract. In particular embodiments, the paranasal outflow tract may be dilated.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
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Publication number: 20100312338Abstract: A system, device and method for dilating an anatomical structure. Systems, devices and methods may comprise a therapeutic component configured to treat a paranasal sinus. Specific embodiments may comprise a shaft with an articulating portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2010Publication date: December 9, 2010Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
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Publication number: 20100076485Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2009Publication date: March 25, 2010Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
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Patent number: 7524335Abstract: A fiber-reinforced, polymeric implant material useful for tissue engineering, and method of making same are provided. The fibers are preferably aligned predominantly parallel to each other, but may also be aligned in a single plane. The implant material comprises a polymeric matrix, preferably a biodegradable matrix, having fibers substantially uniformly distributed therein. Inorganic particles may also be included in the implant material. In preferred embodiments, porous tissue scaffolds are provided which facilitate regeneration of load-bearing tissues such as articular cartilage and bone. Non-porous fiber-reinforced implant materials are also provided herein useful as permanent implants for load-bearing sites.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2004Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Assignee: Smith & Nephew, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Slivka, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kristine Kieswetter, Neil C. Leatherbury
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Publication number: 20080215090Abstract: Fastening devices are provided that are designed to effectively close tissue as well as instruments for applying the inventive fastening devices. The devices are useful for closing tissue such as mucosa in the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, laryngeal surfaces, oronasopharynx, or other mucosal tissues. In particular, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), uvulopalatal flap (UPF) technique, and tonsillectomy can be assisted using the inventive system. Embodiments also provide methods of using the fastening devices and/or instruments, and kits including the fastening devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2008Publication date: September 4, 2008Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Gabriele G. Niederauer
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Patent number: 6783712Abstract: A fiber-reinforced, polymeric implant material useful for tissue engineering, and method of making same are provided. The fibers are preferably aligned predominantly parallel to each other, but may also be aligned in a single plane. The implant material comprises a polymeric matrix, preferably a biodegradable matrix, having fibers substantially uniformly distributed therein. In preferred embodiments, porous tissue scaffolds are provided which facilitate regeneration of load-bearing tissues such as articular cartilage and bone. Non-porous fiber-reinforced implant materials are also provided herein useful as permanent implants for load-bearing sites.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2002Date of Patent: August 31, 2004Assignee: Osteobiologics, Inc.Inventors: Michael Slivka, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kristine Kieswetter, Neil C. Leatherbury
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Publication number: 20030075822Abstract: A fiber-reinforced, polymeric implant material useful for tissue engineering, and method of making same are provided. The fibers are preferably aligned predominantly parallel to each other, but may also be aligned in a single plane. The implant material comprises a polymeric matrix, preferably a biodegradable matrix, having fibers substantially uniformly distributed therein. In preferred embodiments, porous tissue scaffolds are provided which facilitate regeneration of load-bearing tissues such as articular cartilage and bone. Non-porous fiber-reinforced implant materials are also provided herein useful as permanent implants for load-bearing sites.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2002Publication date: April 24, 2003Inventors: Michael Slivka, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kristine Kieswetter, Neil C. Leatherbury
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Patent number: 6511511Abstract: A fiber-reinforced, polymeric implant material useful for tissue engineering, and method of making same are provided. The fibers are preferably aligned predominantly parallel to each other, but may also be aligned in a single plane. The implant material comprises a polymeric matrix, preferably a biodegradable matrix, having fibers substantially uniformly distributed therein. In preferred embodiments, porous tissue scaffolds are provided which facilitate regeneration of load-bearing tissues such as articular cartilage and bone. Non-porous fiber-reinforced implant materials are also provided herein useful as permanent implants for load-bearing sites.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 1999Date of Patent: January 28, 2003Assignee: OsteoBiologics, Inc.Inventors: Michael Slivka, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kristine Kieswetter, Neil C. Leatherbury