Patents by Inventor Gary Sunseri

Gary Sunseri 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).

  • Distal filtration devices and methods of use during aortic procedures
    Publication number: 20060030877
    Abstract: Methods and devices for surgical repair of an aortic aneurysm are described. The devices comprise an elongate member having one or more expandable filters or membranes mounted at a distal end. In certain embodiments, the devices also include aspiration and flushing capability to assist in removal of embolic debris. In use, the filter is inserted and expanded downstream of an aortic aneurysm. The aneurysm is repaired and the filter captures emboli dislodged during the repair. The filter is then collapsed and removed from the aorta.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2005
    Publication date: February 9, 2006
    Inventors: Lorraine Martinez, Brian Nuel, Peter Thornton, Gary Sunseri, Jobert Balceta
  • Nested tubing sections and method for making same
    Patent number: 6827711
    Abstract: The invention provides a nested tubing cannula which comprises outer and inner elongate tubular members, both having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen therebetween. The inner tubular member is sealed at its distal end and is nested substantially coaxially within the lumen of the outer tubular member, so that the gap between the inner and the outer tubular member defines a second lumen whereas the first lumen is the lumen of the inner tubular member. A tubular sleeve is disposed coaxially between the inner and outer tubular members. A balloon is mounted on a distal region of the outer tubular member and is in communication with the first lumen. The cannula further comprises a port proximal or distal the balloon occluder and is in communication with the second lumen. Methods for making the devices herein are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
    Inventor: Gary Sunseri
  • Distal filtration devices and methods of use during aortic procedures
    Publication number: 20030144686
    Abstract: Methods and devices for surgical repair of an aortic aneurysm are described. The devices comprise an elongate member having one or more expandable filters or membranes mounted at a distal end. In certain embodiments, the devices also include aspiration and flushing capability to assist in removal of embolic debris. In use, the filter is inserted and expanded downstream of an aortic aneurysm. The aneurysm is repaired and the filter captures emboli dislodged during the repair. The filter is then collapsed and removed from the aorta.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2002
    Publication date: July 31, 2003
    Applicant: EMBOL-X, Inc.
    Inventors: Lorraine M. Martinez, Brian Nuel, Peter Thornton, Gary Sunseri, Jobert Balceta
  • Nested tubing sections and method for making same
    Publication number: 20020036058
    Abstract: The invention provides a nested tubing cannula which comprises outer and inner elongate tubular members, both having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen therebetween. The inner tubular member is sealed at its distal end and is nested substantially coaxially within the lumen of the outer tubular member, so that the gap between the inner and the outer tubular member defines a second lumen whereas the first lumen is the lumen of the inner tubular member. A tubular sleeve is disposed coaxially between the inner and outer tubular members. A balloon is mounted on a distal region of the outer tubular member and is in communication with the first lumen. The cannula further comprises a port proximal or distal the balloon occluder and is in communication with the second lumen. Methods for making the devices herein are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2001
    Publication date: March 28, 2002
    Inventor: Gary Sunseri
  • Nested tubing sections and method for making
    Patent number: 6350341
    Abstract: The invention provides a nested tubing cannula which comprises outer and inner elongate tubular members, both having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen therebetween. The inner tubular member is sealed at its distal end and is nested substantially coaxially within the lumen of the outer tubular member, so that the gap between the inner and the outer tubular member defines a second lumen whereas the first lumen is the lumen of the inner tubular member. A tubular sleeve is disposed coaxially between the inner and outer tubular members. A balloon is mounted on a distal region of the outer tubular member and is in communication with the first lumen. The cannula further comprises a port proximal or distal the balloon occluder and is in communication with the second lumen. Methods for making the devices herein are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Assignee: Embol-X, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary Sunseri
  • Nested tubing sections and methods for making same
    Patent number: 5954694
    Abstract: The invention provides a nested tubing cannula which comprises outer and inner elongate tubular members, both having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen therebetween. The inner tubular member is sealed at its distal end and is nested substantially coaxially within the lumen of the outer tubular member, so that the gap between the inner and the outer tubular member defines a second lumen whereas the first lumen is the lumen of the inner tubular member. A tubular sleeve is disposed coaxially between the inner and outer tubular members. A balloon is mounted on a distal region of the outer tubular member and is in communication with the first lumen. The cannula further comprises a port proximal or distal the balloon occluder and is in communication with the second lumen. Methods for making the devices herein are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 21, 1999
    Assignee: Embol-X, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary Sunseri