Patents by Inventor Germaine M. McCarroll

Germaine M. McCarroll 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).

  • Forceps tissue removal device
    Patent number: 6245070
    Abstract: A tissue removal device is used with a standard Kleppinger bipolar forceps. A cleaning element held on a tube fitting over the Kleppinger forceps tubes, is used to remove coagulated tissue from between the forceps blades and clean the blades. A motion restrictor also is disclosed which prevents excessive movement of the tissue removal device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2001
    Inventors: James A. Marquis, Germaine M. McCarroll